How to make a classic wooden crate. Easy + advanced versions.

The classic wood crate is one of the easiest, most versatile things you can make. In this video I'll teach you two different methods for making a crate.
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[@ericwilliam1601]

You will probably never see this because of how old this video is, but I wanted to say thank you for the content you provide. I greatly admire you and your channel.

[@SteveRamsey]

Thanks Eric. I really appreciate that!

[@magicrobharv]

That's not a warped board, that's a hockey stick!. Great video Steve!

[@nore8141]

I picked up a 2x3x8 and made a crate to hold my dog’s toys. Like we’re talking under $3 to build this. My wife gave me a list of what we need and agreed on a 10x12 outdoor workshop. Your technics on the DIY’er are great. Thanks ❤

[@terryhilder3315]

I just came here to say this video is crate, crate work Steve, crate work!

[@geraldrees7846]

I love a bit of rustic charm👍

[@markw3598]

I put 1/2" thick by 1" square "feet" on my crates (inset from the corners) so that I can securely stack them!! Thanks for a wonderful video.

[@joeduffy52]

That's a great idea!

[@thomasgiaquinto1099]

Excellent idea

[@hocuspocus4871]

I put 2 runners along the bottom to allow it to stack but also strengthen the bottom.

[@Creative_Minds-55]

What a great idea!

[@henryskinner1092]

Thank you for this Mark. I was wondering how to stack them. Great idea.

[@mechanoid5739]

Where can you buy one of those high speed hammers?

[@SteveRamsey]

They're great...and thumb whacks heal in half the time!

[@grimsoul0]

Heal in half the time, WOW I really need one of those.

[@NordboDK]

You need a license for them, as they are semi-automatic. You can also get a class 3 license and be able to get a fully automatic assault hammer.

[@Brianflys]

But Nordbo, the auto hammers are illegal in California where Steve lives... he has to use a single tap version...much safer, lol.

[@user-vj1hy8si7p]

That's a regular hammer with a bump stock.

[@Tomidsch]

Your small reaction at 5:44 seemed like a totally natural reaction to seeing your crate almost finished. pure joy

[@GoblinsWorkshop]

"You can tell its the next day because I have a different shirt on." - Priceless.

[@sovietonion72]

Making crates is awesome, I like making larger ones to either sit on or as a table.

[@christofix]

What a coincidence! today I restored old wooden boxes. a while ago I received a large amount of old fruit boxes from someone. Many of these boxes were damaged and I have restored them today. It was with double pleasure that I watched this video and am proud of my work that I did today. Greetings

[@jwydubak9673]

The little red notes are great, especially those with metric dimensions popping up as you speak. The crates look great.

[@wesnall6796]

I would have been tempted to make a hockey stick out of that first board

[@JeffSolenberg]

Really liking the new lower third descriptions. You're raising the bar for everyone Steve.

[@SteveRamsey]

Thanks Jeff!

[@gabracal]

Watching Steve drill a ton of holes is oddly satisfying...

[@SeenD]

The smile at 5:43 is perfect. I'm gonna make a ton of these during my Xmas break, I need about 8 of them in my garage and 2 in the home.

[@NomenNescio99]

Very nice project, the basic / advanced split is a great idea. I've been woodworking for a few years now, I really enjoy this kind of short projects that you will finish in a day or two - and if you end up with something useful at the end it's even better.

[@SteveRamsey]

Thanks Niklas. I love quick projects...they're easier for my brain to stay focused!

[@scinto23]

I made one last night as part of a gift for someone. Came out great! Thank you for putting this up.

[@nathanpegram2312]

Love the fact that you bought a warped board and showed it to us! It shows your authenticity! That’s one of the many reasons I enjoy watching your videos! Keep up the great work!

[@ryanchapman2636]

Finally come indoors after a good few hours of woodworking to see a new Steve Ramsey video. This Friday is complete 😀

[@ArtisanPirate]

Great video Steve ! Love how you show 2 different processes of making it !

[@satanismybrother]

Great stuff as always - thanks Steve!

[@gosupersheep2006]

Really like the beginner/advanced format - thanks for making it!

[@chrispagobo]

easy steps to follow Steve, greetings from the Philippines 🇵🇭

[@oldsarge8608]

Great video Steve. Appreciated the basic and advanced versions. Am still chuckling over the CNC pun. Keep them coming!

[@videogalore]

Great video as usual Steve! The 'difficulty' level options is a great idea for people to take this on no matter what tools they have around!

[@aaronsakulich4889]

I like the new style with the little pop ups on the side with more detail! Great addition!

[@PR-WoodWorkingCreations]

*Great Video Steve* 👍👍👌👍 *Both Medhods are Great* 👍👍👏 *Great Crates* 👍

[@BronkBuilt]

I love wooden crates. Nice job!

[@glg3945]

Thanks! Love your videos. Peace and Good Fortune to you and your family.

[@gregstickna5081]

Thank you Steve clean and simple

[@timhalcomb4041]

Thanks for sharing have a blessed day

[@ericjspencley]

Love the new format and camera work! Keep it up!

[@turbojav]

Thank you for muting the table saw part Steve!

[@Orthosonic]

Really liked that you showed both simple and advanced versions.

[@CountryCoversOfficial]

There's just something so wholesome about the ending to your videos, especially one like this. The music, the way you look happy with your results, excellent work!

[@phillieb30]

Crates like this are always useful in some manner around the house, shop or shed. Thanks for the upload!

[@Kevin-wo3kp]

Just a quick point of the obvious but it needs to be said - A HUGE major thanks for all your hard work. It's so easy to not know/forget that it takes a lot of time to set up the camera, edit and all that extra stuff (in my case - not being uber diligent with the safety stuff off camera) so I'll say it again.... Thanks for all your hard work in making great content. All the best.

[@brentrenaud784]

Bless afternoon from Trinidad and Tobago in the Caribbean

[@tinlidtoo6615]

Thank you for showing how to cut boards thinner. I just ordered that feather board and will be jigging up my gripper 😁

[@Hic_81]

I’ve never built any wood work projects and found this great!!! I was super impressed at how it turned out. I chose the advanced version. I did struggle a little not have pipe clamps but got through. Thanks so much for your easy to follow directions.

[@AngeliqueKaga]

Very nice Steve

[@AngeliqueKaga]

Very nice Steve!

[@cameron1729]

Those little cards showing definitions/tips are awesome! Me 5 years' ago would have love them. They should be in every woodworking video.

[@michaelnewell9662]

i really like the that you made few tools / many tools versions!

[@thomasgiaquinto1099]

Great video Steve this is just what I was looking for, going to make a couple to put in my truck for tools and supplies

[@eklectiktoni]

I really love that you provide these easy/advanced projects. It's really helpful for beginners like me to get some practice and sharpen skills. It's like being in high school woodshop class. 😊

[@darthepirate3033]

Think I’m going to have to try this one out. I will resize it to fit beer bottles. This is a great little video. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@jackallen6261]

this looks like a good pallet wood project!

[@eatalotmorebeef]

great video and thanks for making the plans free

[@crafts_avenue]

like them both simple and great tutorial and the nailing part kinda reminded me of my favourite woody the woodpecker character. thx for the share.

[@Jetsetscotty]

Great Video, the second box looked much better!

[@summerswoodworking]

Very nice crates

[@handiman5001]

Congrats on Completing your first full marathon -- keep up your great efforts

[@brimtlgtr]

Wow, Steve, this was an awesome video! I liked the red subtitles that explained things like resawing. You explained your techniques clearly. You added humor where necessary. You even used a Grr-Ripper! This reminded me of how your earlier videos inspired me to try this woodworking thing. In fact, I'm so inspired that I now want to make a crate (or two, or several). BTW, I did build a BMW and use it every time I do anything in my garage/shop. Thanks for being so cool!

[@gulugulu]

Great job

[@erce78]

Nice. I’ll try it soon

[@anneoreilly4900]

Tvs gone! I love the replacement, Steve. Congratulations.

[@timlebsack]

Very nice crates. The letter describing your first marathon was INSPIRING. Thank You !! and congratulations.

[@ryandawg81]

I'm at home quarantined and trying to get into woodworking to be productive, your videos are awesome, I just made a large size version of this crate, it looks great! Thanks a lot!

[@dkbuilds]

Another great video Steve. Your builds and videos continue being an inspiration for my own!

[@SteveRamsey]

Thank you! I appreciate that.

[@syedhasan6548]

Nice Video 👍

[@EricRShelton]

This feels like one of your older videos, and I love it! Just missing Princess Meow Meow's theme! Thank you for this!

[@doraft72]

Really love the easy vs advanced process

[@SteveRamsey]

Thanks!

[@MusicalBox]

B-52's record on the thumbnail ! What a coincidence: Yesterday I watched their 2011 concert in Athens (Georgia) here on KZbin. Excellent show. Excellent crates :)

[@HighNoonan]

PACKING TAPE!!! Holy moly, it works amazingly well. Best tip ever!!!

[@bobd.]

Nice one Steve. I like that you showed two ways to make it, one using minimum of tools and the other for those who may have progressed beyond the basics. Both let viewers create something useful and build their skills.

[@ginacable5376]

Beautiful work i wish i had you at home.

[@Tony-112]

"Rustic charm" "Character" 🤣🤣🤣 Love your work 👍

[@DIYwithDave]

Nice project. I like to make my crates using 2x4s and cutting them down on a table saw.

[@tbonson2581]

Nice! I really like the new video style.

[@hassanal-mosawi6049]

THanks for sharing that

[@salmonline]

Thanks very much for this. I've been meaning to make some record crates for years(read:decades) and now I have the video right in my feed.👍

[@SteveRamsey]

Get to work!

[@littleliftera8244]

Great stuff thank you!,,

[@rayparr1]

Steve. I just saw you on The Little Rascals interview when you were "Our Gang" webmaster. Blew my mind.

[@desommetsensommets8065]

Just finished mine this weekend, was the perfect first project! First time doing a panel glue-up and I made a homemade jig to accurately crosscut everything to size with the circular saw. I sized the crate to fit an existing bookcase so it only took 3 1x3 using the easy version but did the handles like on the advanced version (gotta use that router). So much fun!

[@ivancarrejo466]

As always..good job Steve!!

[@SteveRamsey]

Thanks Ivan!

[@goldenvinylspin]

Thank you for sharing. I'm going to mention this video on my channel. I'm sure many of my followers will be interested in making one for there records. Cheers

[@joannflorez2667]

you are truely awesome

[@wschumpert]

I’ve missed “this” version of the show. It’s nostalgic...and reminded me why I subbed back when you did the seven or eight part chess board.

[@younguntilidie]

Your videos are so nice to watch. I learn so much just from watching your stuff, thank you for all your informations, tips and tricks. Everything you do is highly appreciated. Greetings from Germany.

[@Maxid1]

8:17 I like that you pimped your Gripper. Reminds me of those shoes in the 70's.

[@CG_Hali]

REally like the simple then advanced method format. Shows beginners how we'll eventually upgrade our skills or if we already have some of the tools, we can already try some of those advanced methods. :)

[@Assorted12]

Thei look great. I always look forward to your videos. Thank you.

[@SteveRamsey]

Thank you! I appreciate you watching!

[@Studio-hs2yx]

the advance version could be a masterpiece.. but the easy version looks more like a real crate.. and i love the easy one.. thanks for the inspiration steve.. wood regards from indonesia.. ✌🏻

[@smoffitt4289]

Great video again. Hope you got those thin strips of board that fell down past your not zero clearance insert

[@jgriff19861947]

Nice work and good humor enjoy all you tips

[@SteveRamsey]

Thanks Harvey

[@Brianflys]

Great project! I'm getting onto woodworking at my advanced age of 63. So I appreciate these quick "successes". Really like your communication style and the pace of the videos. So far, I take about a day to finish every 3 minutes of your video...

[@mikeandlucky]

Thanks Steve. I made one of these which was a very enjoyable and affordable project with just 1X3's from Lowes. I brought it in the house and my wife liked it so much she sent me right back out to the shop make another one :).

[@Randalll18]

A lovely video like always. I look with fondness back upon my time when I stumbled upon your channel Steve. You have taught me a lot. Thanx for this lovely video. In the near future, I will try and buy myself a portable table saw so I can improve my woodworking game. Cheers from Holland

[@SteveRamsey]

Well thank you!

[@charlesmillerdamaria]

Very good friend

[@boudig]

Bravo Tres belles boites Merci pour avoir partagé et Merci pour les cotes en metrique

[@thomaskennedy3992]

Always good to see Steve down in the comments. :)

[@mariongolden9582]

Well done on finishing the marathon and wishes for continued good health...I very much appreciated your wonderful plans...thank you...

[@SteveRamsey]

Thanks Marion!

[@David.M.]

Thanks Steve

[@jasonwittmusic]

Hey Steve, thanks for another great video and idea. I'm not sure how to post a picture of it, but I made this today! So far I've made the big workbench and three-tier planter. Tomorrow I may try the cat tree! :-)

[@Josh_Luijsterburg]

Long time no see. Still great projects and show. Keep it up ‘louter sterveling’ 👍👍👍

[@TimTurner115]

Thank you Sir.

[@alemiller9]

Congrats on you journey to health and the marathons!

[@charlesgerlach7059]

always looking for beginning project, making the BMW. love that saying " If l want perfection, would use a CNC Machine. awesome". Great sight glad l found this.. Just watched your table saw for beginners. Moved to NC when l retired and. there is an old shop on the property, loaded with wood and metal equip. I restored and got running a Delta Jointer and Scroll Saw from the early 40s. work great. a Delta Table saw that is 30 yrs old. redid the table took the rust off and just keep fixing and restoring the equpiment. 10 Crafstman Radial Arm saw and many jigsaws and couple of band saws. Now l am getting into this hobby. looking forward to all your vids. thanks Steve