Woodworking: Making a simple bookcase with hidden storage!

[@greyghostdesigns]

Hi Mr. Fisher, I wanted to share with you how important your channel has been to my development as a carpenter/woodworker. I started watching your channel about five years ago when I was a senior at vocational school, your cutting board video was my first exposure, my teacher showed it to my class at the time. Now I am a senior at Virginia Tech majoring in Building Construction Management, with a few years of construction experience under my belt, and I still watch all of your videos when they come out. I have mimicked and learned a lot of my own skills and now I find myself teaching and mentoring others doing similar projects to this. Also the fact that you are a Christian such as myself is a great addition, your outlook on woodworking and enjoying the craft is something that I was able to relate to! I still revisit your old videos for project ideas, and the one I use most often is the idea of making bandsaw weave patterns and waves for cutting boards. Thank you for making such consistently great content and I hope you have a good day.

[@FishersShop]

Thanks a bunch! Very encouraging to hear that. Thanks for sharing

[@joelhoeksema]

You know you’ve obtained elite status when you snag Fisher’s Shop as a sponsor. Congratulations on your success!

[@FishersShop]

Haha, thanks Joel!

[@StevenSLMaez]

So glad I didn’t skip past the sponsor spot in this video!

[@FishersShop]

Right? 😉

[@hugolindsay460]

I just wanted to build a bookshelf but man, this guy's sponsor is so humble I have to watch more of his videos.

[@Ky_Tom_1056]

Marking the boards with parts of your body that need to lose weight was a hilarious comment. Your sense of humor definitely adds to the enjoyment of these videos. Thanks, and keep up the good work.

[@FishersShop]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@matteberry58]

I was holding my breath for the flat head screws. Thanks for not disappointing me!

[@FishersShop]

Wouldn't dream of it

[@amandinedrolez1231]

The day I finally have a room for a workshop I'm going to get aaaaall the plans from your awesome-yet-so-humble sponsor

[@FishersShop]

Yes!! :)

[@Azurko]

I fully agree that the shop owner is the most humble ever! Wicket must be the greatest boss ever!

[@FishersShop]

Couldn't agree more!

[@Mongrel85]

Putting the walnut in the finger hole trick was worth the price of admission - great video!

[@FishersShop]

Glad you enjoyed

[@mcmathwoodworks]

Wow Drew, how did you find such a humble sponsor? This was a fun project! I like how you were able to keep it simple and then also gave the option of giving it some Fischer’s Shop flair! Might make for a cool series!

[@FishersShop]

Glad you liked it! Yeah, the sponsor was awesome! Very easy to work with

[@WreckDiver99]

...man I don't know...The stories on that sponsor. Theft of materials from neighbors, using flat head screws. I mean, can you REALLY trust a guy that would use Flat Head screws in today's age? I mean, it's not like he's building a wooden sailing vessel from the early 1900's and keeping it authentic or something. LOL!

[@robertchrystie7198]

That's some Moses level humility! (Numbers 12:3)

[@matthysloedolff]

Fisher's Shop has been teaching kids great family values for years now. For instance, the lumber my neighbours have adds great value to our family. That is why I think Fisher's Shop is a great company.

[@FishersShop]

I should hire you as my spokesman!

[@michaelwalpow5261]

First time viewer and new subscriber... Love the humor, the tips, and the outtakes. :)

[@FishersShop]

Welcome aboard!

[@eponymousIme]

Your video is not only excellently shot and edited, with clear explanations, it's one of the few where I didn't have to turn on closed-captioning to understand what was being said. Thanks for investing in a decent mic and for your clear articulation.

[@FishersShop]

Thanks, I appreciate that! A lot of hard work goes into my videos and It's nice to have some of that recognized.

[@tbas7161]

filling the finger hole on the drawer with the walnut block was genius!

[@trooperjoe73]

Brother, if you ever need a side job, you could do audio books. Awesome work as always. You make following/copying your projects easy.

[@FishersShop]

Thanks! :)

[@zachshott7833]

I loved the way you trimmed out the finger recess after the hole was drilled.

[@Sebastopolmark]

GREAT project Drew, especially after you "Fisher'ed" it up! !! !!!

[@FishersShop]

Thanks!

[@milyme3153]

Cat seems to like it too! And im happy for you to have such a great sponsor

[@FishersShop]

Haha, thanks!

[@bakednoodle2732]

I bet you had Janelle in stitches for most of the project. Your humor is so fun.

[@FishersShop]

Thanks! Yeah, it was a riot

[@EthanCarterDesigns]

Fun build and video Drew - fun watching you teach...well I guess you're always teaching in your videos, but you know what I mean!

[@FishersShop]

Glad you enjoyed it! Yeah, it was fun teaching her. Have fun at WBC!

[@christophermckinney984]

Look man, I can lose the remote all by myself!! Sitting in the same spot as when I last used it, meaning it should not be lost, since it’s within my reach. Yet I either have some remote gnomes around my house, or my remote has completed its ninja 🥷 training, so there is already plenty of deception going on without giving Mama a place to hide the remote from me as well!! 😂

[@FishersShop]

😉

[@MCsCreations]

Get one or two cats, dude. They hunt down those freaking gnomes and problem solved! I never lost my remote again. 😬

[@dannyhale7645]

​@@MCsCreations, I'd rather buy a new remote every day than let another one of those furry demons live in my house. We tried having 2 house cats. They shredded the back of my couch, and most of our mini blinds. Then they both snuck out the door and got knocked up. They were probably out partying with a bad crowd and smoking the Devil's lettuce. They were trouble makers. So, we ended up with 2 litters of kittens at the same time. Our 2 mama cats, who had been best buddies, suddenly hated each other and started fighting. There was constant hissing, and the occasional throwing of paws, until the kittens were gone. To top it all off, one of the little mini-demons they made climbed into one of the bass drums of my vintage '88 Pearl drum set and dropped a deuce. Luckily, my son turned out to be allergic to cats, so I got to re-home all of those felines from Hades. We are definitely dog people.

[@christophermckinney984]

@@dannyhale7645 I hate to admit it, but I was really secretly hoping that you didn’t find the little adventurer, Kittyana Jones 🐱 🥁, until you had stomped on the bass drum, thereby creating an earthquake for the little guy, and making it seem like it didn’t switch the stone for the treasure well enough and the big ball had been released. (somewhere all around and inside of it!!)

[@thompsonturnworks7788]

As always, the content is great and the self deprecating humor, top notch. My favorite channel on KZbin.

[@FishersShop]

Glad you enjoy it! Thanks!

[@sawdustandshavingscreations]

Top marks for your sponsor and how nice he is! I hope the sponsorship was generous! Great video Drew.

[@FishersShop]

He didn't even pay me!!

[@EvanDunville]

The fix for the hole in the trim was pretty smart!

[@johnprellwitz9004]

Best woodworking videos out there. Love your humor. Thank you!

[@FishersShop]

Thanks 👍

[@jimmcnett]

The secret drawer was a stroke of genius. The whole thing looks really nice. Thanks for sharing.

[@FishersShop]

Glad you liked it!

[@d1sp0sabl3H3r0]

Glad you asked if making this video would be worthwhile because it absolutely was! Simple project or not, there is always something to learn and worth every minute to watch!

[@FishersShop]

Thanks, Tom!

[@Ippido]

Agreed 😉👍

[@davidmeyer9204]

This video had everything you need. Drew, a humble sponsor, flat head screws, mention of your very helpful neighbor and outtakes. Thanks for sharing! Your "helper" was awesome too.

[@FishersShop]

Thanks for watching, David!

[@scruffysanta8442]

Nice project, and that Sponsor - WOW, what a guy :)

[@FishersShop]

Right?? :)

[@raylane7056]

Great project. Answers some questions for a project that's half finished in my shop!!!

[@FishersShop]

Right on!

[@tharemyhopkins5873]

The friendly jests were fantastic - awesome that she threw them right back at ya :)

[@FishersShop]

Oh yes... she's no stranger to ripping on me. Haha

[@andypitz1]

that half circle of walnut to round out the drawer pull is pure Fisher ingenuity. Great video as usual

[@FishersShop]

Thanks 👍

[@thebellian]

The bookshelf turned out fantastic!! Love the idea of the hidden drawer and your fix for the trim.

[@FishersShop]

Glad you liked it!! Thanks for watching

[@nickyvanzyl8978]

Great video and project...3...2...1...honey where is the remote...😂👍

[@FishersShop]

😉

[@peterfitzpatrick7032]

9:45 .... I was nervous as I watched Janelle putting her finger under the piece she was jigsawing out... 😧 Anyhoo, it turned out great and she didn't waste too much precious glue... 🙄 The painters tape with weight-loss targets was a pro-move, I didn't see that coming... Nice vid, man ! 🤗 From the Emerald Isle 😎👍☘🍺

[@FishersShop]

Thanks a bunch!! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@David.M.]

Thanks Drew, great little bookcase.

[@FishersShop]

Thanks, David!

[@BronkBuilt]

Nice job Drew. I love bringing beginners in my shop. Working on another project with my son now. One thing I do with him is using the drill instead of impact driver when putting in pocket screws. Allows me to set the clutch so he doesn't drive the screw to China. Oh, yes... I too am incredibly, outrageously, unbelievably, and extraordinarily humble. Hope to see you at WBC next week.

[@FishersShop]

I should have thought of that! Good idea. I won't be at WBC, but I'll be attending AWFS in Vegas come this July

[@sdbratman]

LOVE that you had an "amateur" assistant! That really showed how achievable this is by anyone! Great job as always Drew!

[@FishersShop]

Thanks 👍

[@2979paul]

Great video and to see you are helping friends

[@FishersShop]

Thanks!

[@ramonocasio9573]

Awesome job. I know she had fun working with you.

[@FishersShop]

Thanks!

[@timhow1657]

I told you build it and they will come Great Job on the build

[@FishersShop]

Thanks, Tim

[@timhow1657]

@@FishersShop Praying for you and your family your influences and testimony is far reaching and just remember it is just the beginning stay rooted and strong in the lord

[@barryroberts6470]

As per usual from you Drew a brilliant project but this time made from cheaper wood materials, love the hidden draw idea and the simple moulding that gives it that more expensive look i think your sponsor will be happy with this build, and it looks like your friend loves the build as well as her cat who now has a perfect seat with a view. Stay Safe. Barry (ENG)

[@FishersShop]

Thanks, Barry! It really turned out great!

[@tims_hobbyshop]

Love the drawer!! And the sponsor for this video!

[@FishersShop]

Haha, thanks, Tim!

[@richfarmland4547]

This video was definitely one of the best looking ones you’ve ever made.

[@FishersShop]

Glad you think so!

[@davidhorizon8401]

You are still my favorite woodworking channel!

[@FishersShop]

haha... "still". You mean despite this awful video, I'm still your favorite?

[@michaelross8794]

OK, with all the woodworking videos out there I have to say yours are one of the most enjoyable. Seriously, you do a fantastic job!!!

[@FishersShop]

Thanks 👍 I appreciate that

[@samsdad638]

So much fun seeing your channel get even better over time. Love the trick getting the walnut in the finger slot on the drawer. Genius!

[@FishersShop]

Thanks so much!! Glad you're enjoying the channel

[@dcruicks1]

I love that you 2 worked on this together!!

[@FishersShop]

Yeah, it was fun!

[@phillipstanfill5392]

Wish I could come into your shop and make something to feel more confident in my abilities. You make it look so easy.

[@FishersShop]

You can do it!

[@peternewman9713]

Always fun to watch Drew! ⌚️

[@FishersShop]

Thanks for watching!

[@kennethnielsen3864]

Thanks for sharing, always a pleasure watching your videoes.

[@FishersShop]

Thanks for watching!

[@kylieglister6239]

My partner and I watched this tonight, love the sarcasm so much. We then had a debate if you were an engineer or not... so. Had to go to your site hoping for the information, we were both wrong.......sorta. Depending if it was computer engineering 😂😂. My partners words “you know whether you do woodworking or not if you are having a bad day, you could watch him and know you could get a smile on your face and feel better” so Thank you. ❤ ohh your the unnecessary walnut is very necessary, my mouth drops every video on how effortless you make it look to make beautiful pieces.

[@Lorddanielrushton371]

Great job on the bookcase. But even better on the teaching

[@FishersShop]

Thanks so much!

[@jimrosson6702]

Another great video Drew

[@FishersShop]

Thanks 👍

[@kevinbowker2385]

Thanks for the great tip on the new sponsor!

[@FishersShop]

My pleasure! They were a pleasure to work with

[@danielhanawalt4998]

That sponsor you barely mentioned...could have heaped just a little bit more praise and adoration on him. lol. Nice, and funny touch. As generous as your neighbor is, he won't mind you using his car keys for a project.

[@MystiqueULH]

Really nice and I am gonna make quite a few like this just taller (6')cause I got lots of books. I noticed the cat took possession of it right away as a perch to observe everything from up high. Love it.

[@FishersShop]

Right on! Have fun building, Ursula

[@pbjae8140]

I have done woodworking off and on since highschool. Recently retired. I have the same Ridgid drill/driver set. About a year ago, I stopped using the driver for things like pocket holes. I prefer using the drill, and adjusting the clutch to about 60 or so to prevent stripping screws. I will adjust the clutch torque until I hit the correct setting.

[@henrysara7716]

Thank you, Drew great bookcase. Keep it up.

[@FishersShop]

Will do! Thanks

[@qSlunt]

I absolutely loved woodshop back in middle school. I miss it, and I can't wait until I'm financially stable so I can buy the equipment to get back into it! Love your channel :D

[@FishersShop]

Right on!

[@RichardMarks-1701]

The tip of the temporary fence is great! I’ve had issues with pocket holes and screwing in the board and having it move on me. Can’t wait to try it out. Thanks!

[@FishersShop]

You bet! It's worked quite well for me

[@IEnjoyCreatingVideos]

Great job on the bookcase Drew! looks like you and your friend had a good time building it :) Thanks for sharing the video with us!💖👍😎JP

[@FishersShop]

My pleasure! Thanks for watching!

[@IEnjoyCreatingVideos]

@@FishersShop Your very welcome Drew! Have a great weekend!😎JP

[@judebrown4103]

Lovely job, cat lurking post completed successfully. 😺👍

[@FishersShop]

Haha, yup

[@cliff5240]

Never heard of the sponsor, much be in Michigan only :) another great video and project!

[@FishersShop]

:)

[@Hinkleshop]

That’s hilarious Drew. I’ve done that sponsored by the Hinkle shop in my videos joke as well. Awesome project. Great job my friend.

[@FishersShop]

Thanks 👍

[@jimsjacob]

Hey Drew! Thanks for the content sir. Always fun to see your humor and skills in action. I got a real cheap book case that is literally falling apart. It’s grown into a “book shelf and cycle riding gear” storage area. I think I could do this and actually make something way better than that crummy item I bought long ago. Thanks!!

[@FishersShop]

Thanks, Jim! Glad you liked it

[@wiseoldfool]

It must be a good bookcase. Even the cat liked it.

[@mikeplunkett2041]

I really enjoy your videos. They’re always informative, plus you’re pretty entertaining. I love your down to earth sense of humor. You keep making them and I’ll keep watching.

[@FishersShop]

Sounds like a deal, Mike! :)

[@nonanaracing]

Great work as usual Drew, I wish I had neighbours like yours here in Pukekohe New Zealand. I have to purchase my timber.

[@FishersShop]

Yeah but you get to live in NZ!!

[@debtdeerteeth9264]

Makes me think of therussianbadger’s “I’d like to thank today’s sponsor: ME”. Well designed website and well designed bookshelf

[@FishersShop]

Hah, thanks!

[@eatman6511]

Excellent my friend! This is a wonderful visit as always. But I will say, friends don’t let friends shop at Home Depot. 😂

[@FishersShop]

I prefer HD over Lowes. I've gotten my material from there for just about every plywood project I've done.

[@eatman6511]

@@FishersShop Home Depot is not that great here in NC. Lowe’s is the larger company so they have better stock and materials. HD does usually have the odd things. Wood out here sucks regardless of who you get it from unless you go to one of the mills. Thank you for your awesome videos and the knowledge you share. Between life, seminary, and owning a business, I still haven’t complete the box I’m working on. I will get it finished and send you a picture. Thank you for the motivation and God bless. May the Lord bless you and keep you.

[@SawdustmakerLori]

What a fun project Drew! I'm sure it will get lots of use and your friend will have a sense of pride knowing she contributed to making it. Love the cat on top at the end by the way! It's great that you showed how to make it real basic and then how to dress it up too. It turned out really sharp looking!

[@FishersShop]

It really did! Thanks for watching, Lori! :)

[@phillipstanfill5392]

I really love all your videos

[@FishersShop]

Thanks!

[@danielkirkhart]

Great video! Always appreciate your humor and how humble you are. No self promotion of any kind on your channel is what keeps me coming back. EDIT: I retract my previous comment as of the 8:07 mark 😃. (totally kidding) The router extension wing - is that the Infinity Router table extension? If so, what fence are you using with it? I just purchased the table, and am eyeing a fence to use with it. I will probably end up purchasing their fence, but didn't know if you had went a different direction with it? Thanks as always!

[@FishersShop]

Hehe... I have the woodpeckers router table extension for the SawStop. (meh... it's ok) The fence is their "Superfence" and is fantastic.

[@Earl3]

I love your projects and videos, Drew! This bookshelf turned out awesome, and the "Fisher's Shop flair* is inspirational!

[@FishersShop]

Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching

[@thebobloblawshow8832]

Cool hidden drawer.

[@sabeaniebaby]

Way to go with that jigsaw! I always make a horrible mess and my accuracy sucks.

[@Kosh42EFG]

Gotta love the Kreg track jig. That and a battery circular saw gets the sheets home in my small (compared to American) car.

[@FishersShop]

Yup! It gets the job done!

[@randysmith3828]

I’m waiting for your neighbor to ask you to build them something with all the lumber you stole LOL!!!! Amazing job and love the hidden drawer

[@FishersShop]

Glad you liked it!

[@Mark_Wood]

outtakes for the win!

[@tonyfnd]

Great video buddy. I have to say it is very odd to see you shopping for wood anywhere but your neighbors house. 😂😂 Added bonus is that the cat approves. 🐾🐾

[@FishersShop]

Haha, yup!

[@PawPawsClan]

Very Nice?, love the hidden drawer and magnetic base

[@shinnick22]

Remember 8’ truck beds?? Ahh it was a better time

[@logans212]

Great video. Your videos always brighten up my morning.

[@FishersShop]

Glad you liked it! Thanks

[@beckytobey2984]

Great video Love your humor

[@FishersShop]

Thanks so much!

[@imsowright90]

Looks neat.

[@FishersShop]

Thanks

[@mattdavis7291]

Another useful and entertaining vid! Thanks!

[@FishersShop]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@kevindunleavy4532]

Great video....and the humble builder....superb. Love the hidden drawer.

[@FishersShop]

Thanks, Kevin!

[@Tui4ui]

Love your humour!

[@FishersShop]

Thanks! :)

[@awlthatwoodcrafts8911]

Drew, you are the bomb! This is a great project for beginners and the like. Your design and approach make it very attainable and that is extremely important when it comes to convincing someone that they too, can build something like this. And of course, your videos are always entertaining. I envy your friend Janelle. Working alongside you would be the most entertaining woodworking project anyone could imagine.

[@FishersShop]

Thanks so much! I sure appreciate that.

[@williamellis8993]

Looks great, Drew. It was a good idea to keep the extra material. I was waiting for the flat head screws. That sponsor seems somewhat shady, though (lol). Bill

[@FishersShop]

Hehe, thanks! :)

[@chrisjohnson8439]

I like the rigid foam trick. Thats a first for me.

[@FishersShop]

Glad it was helpful

[@johnisley4578]

Great Work!

[@FishersShop]

Thanks

[@westvirginiaminer3046]

Awesome job, approachable for about anyone

[@FishersShop]

Thanks!

[@BruceAUlrich]

Another great one, Drew! Even with inexpensive materials, it looks great!

[@FishersShop]

Thanks, buddy!

[@nitestrike1000]

Loved how this turned out! The hiding place for the remote is pure evil. Who would do such a thing to their husband? 😂 And how come your clamps made a popping sound? 🤔 I serched everywhere for these but cant find them😂😂😂

[@FishersShop]

Hey thanks! Glad you liked it! :)

[@heathermacdonald6404]

That was great! thanks!

[@FishersShop]

Glad you liked it!

[@a.sensley8053]

Great job Team Drew! I'm hoping to build a bookcase soon! Thanks again!

[@FishersShop]

Hopefully the video helped! :)

[@AngieWilliamsDesigns]

I always love your videos. Great stuff. This was a fun simple project. Love that you had her help with the build.

[@FishersShop]

Thanks 👍

[@tykomyk]

Great video! I like how you went from simple to Fischer's Shop Flared(?) overly complex bookcase. And of course, the best part of the video starts at 16:18 😝

[@FishersShop]

Glad you liked it!