I Can't Believe I Sold This for $3750!

I made a $3,500 conference table from salvaged wood from an 1800s warehouse. Thank you Chattanooga. I also made a few mistakes along the way.
🙏 Thank you to the top-tier Patreons: Dave Meyer, Shane Cleavelin, Tim Epperson, Michael Downs, John Shiesser, Louis Brooks, John Lee Clair, Cameron Bryant, Linda Mizak, Aaron Geller, Matt Outlaw @731Woodworks , Wayne Miller, Malcom McCutcheon, Matthew Goode, James Engelhardt, Troy Hall, Liam P Burke, Corey Davoll, Steve Thompson, Kevin Boatswain, Brad Logston, Dan Holley, Davin Ohms, David H Solomon, Devin Perkins, & William Taylor.
🤝 Join the cool kid's club here: / wittworks
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Special thanks to:
/ @blacktailstudio
/ @foureyes.furniture
/ @woodcraftbysuman
/ @lincolnst.woodworks
/ @inspirewoodcraft
/ @bentswoodworking
🙈 👉 My second channel that ignores the algorithm and tells stories: / @wittworksplusmaxultra
👨‍💻 My product website: wittworks.shop
🧰 TOOLS I USED IN THE VIDEO (affiliate) 🧰
Bora Centipede 20mm Table: t.ly/pzf_
Bora Centipede Base: t.ly/psKu
Boots: I have the leather Marin Comp Toe & the Ryng Low which is more DIY-friendly and lightweight: bruntworkwear.com/wittworks10
Metal Detector: amzn.to/3RqW4I7
Bora Roller Stand: amzn.to/3Dzw2wl
iVAC Pro Tool Plus Tool Sensor: amzn.to/3WWrUxe
iVac Pro Switch: amzn.to/3WQ88Uc
Milescraft Grabber (love this for jointer work): amzn.to/3Jxx7sz
Milescraft Drill Guide: amzn.to/3kVtEtr
Rockler Drill Guide: amzn.to/3HMuvWo
Pop up outlet: amzn.to/40kkWVT
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xTool Air Assist: t.ly/r_l_
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Makita Corded Track Saw: thetoolnut.sjv.io/jWNr3v
Makita Corded Track Saw: amzn.to/3QWnYLx
POWERTEC 55" Track Pair: amzn.to/32fZ2d7
CMT ITK Tracksaw blades: lddy.no/1239n (Use the code CMT10 to get 10% off)
Tracksaw Ratchet Clamp: amzn.to/3bPnH9W
TSO Guide Rail Square: t.ly/IG7r
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Red Aluminium Base for Makita Palm Router: amzn.to/3HM3W3B
CMT 45 Degree Bit: lddy.no/1eps7
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1/4-20 Tap: amzn.to/3REmlTr
Epoxy: lddy.no/1epre
Sandpaper I use:
3M Xtract: lddy.no/1czeg
Festool 150 (6") Padsaver: amzn.to/3EGSaWH
Festool 125 (5") Padsaver: amzn.to/3EHZl0S
3m HookIt: lddy.no/1dc4t
the first Festool sander I bought: amzn.to/3TQr6Zs
the big boy I prefer: amzn.to/3V9z9S9
TSO MTR-X Triangle: t.ly/rrjZ
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Large Plastic Syringe: amzn.to/3HoLVag
Semiexact Spider Legs: t.ly/QuOL
🚨 MAKERS COMMUNITY 🚨
🗣 Connect with other cool makers like you on our Discord server: / discord
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👨‍💻 My website: wittworks.shop
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⏱ TIMESTAMPS ⏱
00:00 The Plan
1:58 Step 1: Find a Bandsaw for $10
3:28 Step 2: Refuse to do Math
4:22 Step 3: Resaw like a Virgin
10:25 Step 4: Trigger the Festool Haters
12:29 Step 5: Cut a 45 Degree Bevel Like a Pro
16:15 Step 6: Don't Listen to Suman
19:07 Step 7: Cut a Hole in Da Box
21:59 Step 8: Pretend to be Blacktail Studio
24:12 Step 9: Finish
26:37 Cost & Time Breakdown
27:57 Client's Reaction
DISCLAIMERS:
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[@BlacktailStudio]

Whoa, thanks for the makerbook plug. Almost makes up for the offensive shirt you photoshopped

[@wittworks]

Didn’t photoshop it. It’s real.

[@wonkywoody]

One of you two is lyin'😅 I'm hoping its Cam, because I love the idea that you photoshopped his shirt! But next time add "I Love the Beatles".

[@FairDingo]

Hi Cam, love your work! It's great to see a real craftsman who communicates with integrity.😊

[@dyslexicmammoth]

😂😂😂 If you know. You know

[@joshuaam7701]

“Some no name beginner KZbinr” Cam this guy has nothing on you. 😂

[@marvelaturraz5405]

I built ultra high-end cabinetry in a shop for 13 years, and I sincerely appreciate a lot about your approach. Your humility is great. Of course I could talk details and techniques, but you are handling things extremely well, and there is so much value in discovery. I wouldn't want to tell anyone what to do if they are capable of figuring it out on their own. That's the best way to learn, after all. The way you did this, you brought us along with you, and revealed your issues and thoughts...and finally, solutions. VERY WELL DONE!! And your client seems like the coolest guy ever. I got that read as soon as he walked into your shop and smiled. Fabulous!!

[@TomasRosberg]

A little tip about resawing, set your fence so the larger part of the stock is between the fence and the blade. This allows for the the thinner piece you are cutting to move away from the blade if there is tension in the wood, makes a huge difference with sawblade drift. The thicker stock has less chances of shifting as you make your cut.

[@wittworks]

thats a great tip! thank you for the help!

[@WoodcraftBySuman]

I think we all learned a valuable eggsperience on this one. I'll have to pine over it.

[@wittworks]

Very nice Will. Very nice.

[@jspearm1983]

A full basket of eggs. What a 2023 style flex

[@WoodcraftBySuman]

@@jspearm1983 when a Purple Heart workbench doesn’t do it, I bring out the eggs.

[@monkeyboysworkshop]

I loved the addition of the eggs in a basket Suman 😂 Great cameo 😜👊🏻

[@daviddura1172]

Egg Zachery

[@andymason8401]

I’m a woodworker KZbin junky, 😊 you’re now my favorite. I hope you know more of those church money clients. For real, found you during your bump and really appreciate your content, keep it up.

[@wittworks]

thanks Andy!

[@darkofps]

Hello fellow KZbin woodworker junkie. What would you say your top 5 woodworking channels are? Just looking for some new or different channels to watch.

[@andrhamm]

Mike Farrington, Michael Alm, 3x3 Custom, Kieth Johnson, Bourbon Moth, J katz Moses, The Wood Whisperer, Four Eyes, Shaun Boyd, Matt Cremona… to name a few 😅

[@andymason8401]

@@darkofps Try Acorn to Arabella And Sampson Boat co I’m not building a boat but those are great stories and woodworking

[@TomRubicon5949]

Jezus I had anxiety from all the mistakes you made. And now I am nothing short of inspired. What an awesome move, owning your mistakes and showing us what you learned about how to fix it. I love that even more than the end result - learning new things and not shying away from that... It's pretty inspiring stuff, man. You got a new sub right here

[@wittworks]

aw shucks. ty

[@noimagination99]

Same exact sentiment here! I love it.

[@liquidrockaquatics3900]

As a novice hobbyist, I love content like this because dealing with unexpected problems is how we grow our versatility and adaptability

[@wittworks]

Thank you

[@Gotmovezlikejagga]

We wood workers don't really make mistakes. We create learning opportunities for ourselves, we are human afterall. I have always found, humble, honest wood workers who show the "mistakes" and work-arounds provide the best learning experience. Also, wood is a special material to create with, its organic, living, flawed and it moves! Thank you for sharing this project.

[@wittworks]

Thank you

[@bobbg9041]

My dad told me at age 15 some almost 50 years ago, some mistakes are a sign of craftsmanship, you know its hand made.

[@FairDingo]

Random router gouges are really not good - someone paid $3500 for that table.

[@RWingoS7]

All of the references to other woodworkers on YT had me cracking up, and I loved it. This video is also my favorite type of video, where you show your mistakes and explain how you worked through them. It's honestly the best way for someone like me to learn because I will remember the mistakes more than the successes. Thank you so much for taking the time to film this project and narrate it so wonderfully for the rest of us to learn from.

[@noimagination99]

Exactly my thoughts too!

[@evilgenius3646]

I love how humble you are and your willingness to show mistakes. Not only do you show the mistakes but you show what you did to try and fix them, then say what you would have done if you could do it over again. This is so much more useful than other YT videos.

[@wittworks]

Thank you

[@guitarzig68]

Quite possibly the best “build” video I’ve seen. As a pastor myself, I always like your delivery, and this video was no different. I like your honesty when it comes to problem solving and your humor. Great job, I hope you add a build video in every so often as you are quite good at it.

[@wittworks]

Glad you enjoyed it! I appreciate that. If I can keep getting interesting projects and people watch them....

[@MTNmyMAG]

This actually the type of KZbin video I enjoy most. Not an expert easily and perfectly doing something but someone learning something new facing challenges and working through it to accomplish the goal. Great job

[@wittworks]

Thank you 🙏

[@boom7836]

I don’t know dude. For me it looks like, he just scamed somone for 3500$ and ruined the tabletop. And the most ridiculous part, that he post it on youtube

[@paodigger644]

Not interested it's not worth watching. I feel like I'm being given rules by a high-school teacher. Thumbs DOWN

[@einsteinbpc]

Once again you knocked it out of the park. Excellent filming and editing and the table looks gorgeous. Such a breath of fresh air to see creators show all the flaws in their work and the struggles they’ve had. As a wood worker I struggle with mistakes. I’ve got a cigar humidor I’m working on for a client with a lid that doesn’t fit properly and I’m procrastinating on fixing it. You may have just inspired me to soldier on and find a solution. Thanks for the honesty and integrity…and the tongue in cheek knocks against other channels. Love it.

[@wittworks]

Thank you! Go get your hands dirty!

[@williamdanaher2574]

Drew, I love your approach, humor and craftsmanship. They're not just bespoke details, they're learning moments. Keep it up.

[@wittworks]

Lots of learning! Thank you

[@wooddogg8]

You just gained a subscriber. Your teaching, humor and general "on air" presence makes your videos more enjoyable than others, the fact you act like a newbie when you actually have amazing skill is just an inspiring show of humility, and fixing mistakes is just part of the process in woodworking. Then the bit of suspense and time crunch you slipped into this one ... Well done sir! Subscribed and bell rung

[@wittworks]

Wow, thank you! Appreciate that!

[@731Woodworks]

Awesome project, it turned out beautiful! Great work!

[@wittworks]

thank you my friend

[@marke.1021]

@@wittworks Selfless plugs worked- new sub. Was fun to watch and curse off camera with company. Nicely done BTW

[@chrisnash2154]

I love how you give shout-outs/digs on all of your fellow you-tubers. You really have to pay close attention to what you’re saying because some of your digs are so subtle. I also love the honesty of your mistakes… err… bespokes. You are a fine woodworker, and I truly look forward to seeing your projects.

[@wittworks]

Thank you! I like to reward people for paying attention.

[@FairDingo]

He is not a fine woodworker. Take thee to Ikea!

[@jeffb5858]

The best thing I can think to say is that you made 30 minutes seem like 10. You are always so engaging and entertaining. Table turned out amazing! And, I mean, those legs are pretty great :)

[@wittworks]

Wow, thank you! Chris did a great job designing those legs.

[@Hvn1957]

It really is a lovely table. I respect your courage taking on a project like that for a demanding client. I know what it’s like when you deliver a 400k project, and the customer hates it. Feels awful. Can’t read all the comments but I assume someone else mentioned this: your technique for resawing is called kerfing. It’s perfectly legit, and I do it all the time. It wastes a little more wood, but takes a load off the saw and makes the piece easier to steer. Some guys use a “point” fence instead of a rip fence. That works too. Great video; fun, insightful, and self-deprecating. Kudos!

[@steelhead1194]

Great Job! I have been watching youtube for 2 1/2 years now on woodworking, you are by far my favorite channel. You have found the perfect balance of humor and humility and knowledge. I love the way you show mistakes ( alternative methods that did not meet your expectations) . Please keep up the good work, and I love your humor!

[@wittworks]

Wow, thanks! Correction: they're not mistakes. 🤪 BESPOKE

[@boppins]

I've watched hundreds of hours of woodworking videos. When I decided to finally do my own project, I remember looking at my fresh boards and thinking, "now how do I join two pieces of wood again?" Great video, brought back memories.

[@wittworks]

haha

[@zavoina]

Some day a young wannabe KZbinr is gonna quote your channel and you'll know you made it. Seriously, I'm so glad I found your channel. It is interesting as we share woodworking ideas, well, you share, I absorb, and its entertaining. Brightens up a cold, gray day.

[@BGladWoodworkings]

Thanks, Drew. I know build videos are less popular nowadays but I still manage to learn a ton from them and really appreciate you spending the time and energy to make this. The table came out great!

[@wittworks]

Glad to help. Build videos are dead. So they say. This was my attempt to challenge that notion.

[@futuregerald]

This is one of the best woodworking videos I've seen in a long time. Thanks for taking the time to record this, narrate and explain everything, including the mistakes.

[@wittworks]

Glad you enjoyed it! Labor of love for 2 months

[@kfletcher2005]

@@wittworks 2 months? I thought it took ten days to build. Either way, 2 months is still good time in my book It's month 4, and I'm still working on my roubo workbench. But I piddle around quite a bit doing useless crap like paring away with a chisel on wood scraps or hand planing them. I tell myself I'm trying to improve my technique.

[@wittworks]

I worked on the story and how to narrate the highs and lows since the end of November

[@phoenixwerks4585]

Your honesty, storytelling and humor on this was amazing. For someone like me, who wants to start a YT channel, but isn't an expert woodworker ..this gives me that drive to be honest, be myself and be authentic in my approach. Thank you! And .. great video and table!

[@wittworks]

Go for it! You don't need to be an expert. You're perfectly positioned to help people one step behind you.

[@GoblinSpanker]

Pro Tip. When making the bevel cut, do the short side (cross cut) first as it is more prone to tear out. If any tears occurs that will be cancelled out when you do the bevel on the long side (rip cut). The same method works if you choose to do the chamfer with a 45 degree router bit. Nice video…

[@wittworks]

Great tip! Thank you for sharing. I’ll do that next time.

[@dolmarf411]

everybody knows that, first do the crosscuts. The grain from wood is different in the lenght.

[@clb4714]

BRO, seriously you crack me up. That's probably the biggest reason why I watch you. The humor and thick sarcasm remind me of my childhood (Yes i still see a therapist). Keep cracking on and keep the woodworking

[@wittworks]

I wasn’t joking….. 😉 Thank you! Woodworking videos shouldn’t be boring.

[@northcackalacky4694]

The most satisfying thing that you crafted was adding the scripture to the top and adding your thanks and gratitude underneath the table 🙏 Absolutely loved and enjoyed the entire build!!! Everything!

[@wittworks]

thank you

[@switchgear666]

WOW... awesome build. Your video style SOOOO totally captures the "struggle".... and all your shout outs to Cam and everyone are really humble and cool (and straight up hilarious). Thanks for posting this !!!

[@aaronschroeder483]

As someone just getting into woodworking and watching an unhealthy amount of KZbin woodworker videos, your friendly digs on all of them and the “right” way to do things is pretty amusing. Oh, and the table’s pretty great too.

[@wittworks]

Wow, thanks!

[@codacreator6162]

Nailed it! Both the wood work AND the video. Problem solving for regular guys - check. Working in less than ideal materials - check. Having to work around limitations you didn’t know existed - me, every time I start a new project - check. Cameos by a bunch of other creators I already watch (and some new ones I didn’t know about) - check! This showed up in my feed out of nowhere. I started it thinking I’d spend a couple of minutes to find out which tools I still don’t have that I’m not even bright enough to know I need and stayed for the whole thing to see if I could solve the problems the same way you did (yes and no). Learned more from this video than I have in a LOT of others. Thank you! Beautiful work and sensible approach! Also, I now understand bespoke for the first time. Cheers!

[@wittworks]

Thank you friend! That was my goal.

[@justonbohannan]

After watching woodworking videos for approximately 2 years, I must say that if this is not the best video I've seen, it's definitely in the top five! Great video, Drew! Now that I've read that scripture, I best get back to work.

[@wittworks]

Wow, thanks!

[@VanWelij]

I can't say I've tapped a lot of thread in wood, so take this with a grain of salt, but I've used taps my entire life on a variety of metals as a Millwright working within thousands of inch clearances. With that said, I have never used a tap on a power tool before. I essentially wouldn't want my tap to turn into a drill bit by moving up and down and eventually producing a smooth bore. After cutting the proper size pilot hole (Starrett makes charts that tell you exactly what diameter drill bit to use. You can pretty much Google a chart and download it for free, I'm sure), manually use the tap by hand. In metal, after every half turn or so I would turn it counterclockwise about a quarter turn. This is to snap off any shavings so they can be properly ejected/removed so as to not interfere with the remainder of the cut. I'm not sure how this would translate to woods, but I don't suppose it would hurt. If my pilot hole bottoms out, I'd use a bottom tap with a flat bottom. Standard taps taper at the end and are generally used for through holes. When done properly (and slowly/patiently), the tap will smoothly travel through the hole as if it was the perfect size bolt. If using a tap on metal, you want to drown the tap in oil continuously as you progress, but I don't suppose that would be necessary on wood. Great video(s)!

[@wittworks]

I got a hand tapper thingy!

[@soxfan7177]

Exceptional video - maybe my favorite yet! Story line, humor, production quality - just a masterpiece! Thanks Drew!

[@wittworks]

Thank you 🧦

[@brucewilliamsstudio4932]

Drew, your sense of humor just blew me away. Woodworking can be seen as a boring topic, with a limited viewing audience.... but adding humor really ups your game. Keep the faith brother.

[@wittworks]

thank you!

[@davidmeyer9204]

Build Videos are Not Dead, as this proves it. Thanks Drew for sharing your journey with us. Now I have to go watch it again.

[@wittworks]

thank you friend!

[@WeGoWalk]

I work at a marketing firm that grew Yeti Coolers into what it is today…all I can say is, “Bravo, my friend!” Love the writing! Great delivery! Good humor! And it’s so impressive that you showed your mistakes! You are as real as they come! Bravo!

[@Lincolnstww]

I'm genuinely curious, do you cold open your face-to-face intros with the Yeti factoid?

[@wittworks]

This is awkward. I use RTIC exclusively because YETI is too bougie.

[@arthurised]

I love the droll way that you deliver this video - not disimilar to that of a very funny comedian who has a dead pan face as he delivers the most hilarious jokes. Your honesty in showing the learnings (read mistakes) and the challenges you overcame - that you make along the way - is a great learning tool for us all. It's almost subliminal in humility. Loved every minute - right to the end. Great job indeed...

[@wittworks]

Thank you Bob! I appreciate you.

[@jackdad7411]

You have a new subscriber. I had no intention of watching your video without using fast forward, I just didn't have 30 minutes and 40 seconds of spare time. Thanks to your ..Creative build , inspirational tips, excellent editing, and good sense of humor, I not only watch it all the way through but also rewound several times. NOW IM LATE! ! LOL! But It was worth it. Thanks👍👍

[@wittworks]

Hahah. Thank you

[@LamboGallardo560]

Seeking out a maker space to use tools you don't have is such a great takeaway from this video. Its easy to recommend people buy crazy expensive or massive tools but it just shows some people aren't in touch with reality. I'm gonna see if I can find a local makerspace if I ever need a band saw or other large versions of my tabletop and contractor form-factor tools. The table looks great, and I love all the references to other WoodTubers, it really adds a lightheartedness to your videos I really enjoy.

[@wittworks]

thank you

[@michaellacaria910]

I learn a lot from good videos but I consider this type of learning the best because you share and don’t hide your mistakes. IMO there’s no better way to learn than how you presented this project, narrating your wins and your losses. I picked up more information from your video than I expected, thank you. Wish you luck with your sub’s, I’m sure if you keep producing like this you’ll get the numbers!

[@wittworks]

Thank you! Why do people hide their mistakes? No one perfect.

[@jeffnewbill8163]

I love the style in which you tell this story. This was an inspiring video; from both a woodworking point of view and a storytelling/filming/editing point of view.

[@carboranadum]

Very cool! Well done! I know folks think build videos are dead, but I'm tired of tool reviews, 10 things to need, and the like. Build videos is where we understand your skills, learn, learn to trust, and ultimately follow content providers. I have stopped following folks when they stop build videos, and am reducing my youtube time because it's through build videos that I learn a lot that I can try to replicate in my shop. Again, well done and keep it up!

[@DanielMargheim]

I thoroughly enjoyed this! The algorithm recommended this video to me; I hadn't ever heard of your channel before, but I'm subscribing. I loved all the woodworking youtube jokes, the general self-deprecating humor, and the Rubio scoreboard. 🤣 keep up the good work!

[@wittworks]

Thank you Daniel!

[@jesseelovaas]

Fantastic video! Super appreciate the transparency in cost, mistakes, and everything you did (new and outsourcing) to get this done. Lot's of new ideas you gave me.

[@wittworks]

Thank you! That was the goal

[@ranlove47]

As a newbie woodworker who didn’t even know what side of the line to cut on (really), appreciate your time to make a video about the mistakes we all are destined to make. Did not know about the “renting” of equipment and a big tip of a Texas hat for that. Living in the Houston area there are lots of places to get help as you did for projects.

[@nolanisaacs5842]

I'm going to watch this video again this weekend just to jot down all of the shots-fired. Love it.

[@wittworks]

Have fun!

[@glenwallace3712]

Final piece was great. Your style, humor and commentary were phenomenal. I'm mildly inspired by what you built and deeply inspired by how you built it. Honestly, that was fun to watch and I want to go tackle a project that I don't yet know how to complete right now.

[@wittworks]

Wow, thank you! Go get your hands dirty! You'll find the solution along the way.

[@knordin2000]

I was constructing my comment but paused and read the comment from @mcmathwoodworks comment - yeah, what he said. Love your sense of humor, even with regard to "First, B, and Roman numeral III". I do this but, it is so often missed or misunderstood. SUBSCRIBED!

[@wittworks]

Finally. Someone who gets me

[@scottmacgarvey6733]

Great video! Love the subtle humor. Too many KZbinrs these days are trying to sell tools, vs. showing how you made something. I appreciate their reviews on tools, but take into account they are sponsored. I always look for the guy who says I bought this with my money. I’m a cabinet maker/ table maker. I do have a handful of Festool tools. I only buy Festool when it does something that no other tools do, or do it better than other tools. No regrets on any of them. Ok, one regret; I bit the bullet on a Kapex about a year ago, took it back a week later. Bought th Makita 12” slide. I appreciate you give other KZbinrs a shout out.

[@wittworks]

Thank you Scott! You might have just saved me a Kapex purchase. I like that makita

[@alanbutler5210]

Excellent build and superb content. Table looks beautiful and in a short amount of time, client is happy, you're happy, overall fantastic build. Also, it is humbling that you share your mistakes and the occasional lack of forethought at times as you do and have, we are all human afterall and your modesty is refreshing, you have my respect. Great job!

[@wittworks]

Thank you very much!

[@HBSuccess]

Drew you deserve 1M Subs. Keep doing exactly what you’re doing.

[@wittworks]

Wow. thank you.

[@JessicaAVoigt]

Oh my God I panicked SO HARD when you said the table fell off the Lift I almost screamed. Thanks for the scare. But also congratulations on the build, the table looks amazing and the joy expressed by your client says it all. I am a (very) amateur woodworker and I'm trying to pick up tips here and there, and the way you make your videos makes me laugh and learn in an unique way. It's nice to know you could build something so beautiful (and let's not forget, #bespoke) with not-so-expensive tools, it gives me hope to build something nice in the future. Again, congratulations on the build, the video and the channel. Best wishes from Brazil!

[@wittworks]

Thank you! Appreciate you

[@MrDBT85]

Taking on a project you've never tackled is a great way of stretching yourself, or paying for the tools that make doing the next one easier! A friend asked me to make them a 3m floor to ceiling birch ply cabinet with inset blum soft close push to open drawers, lots of adjustable shelves, cubbys for those fabric storage box things and a couple of cupboards. I'd made 3 or 4 cabinets before but nothing on this scale. I under charged but they paid more than I'd quoted and we're all delighted with the final result. So nice to see someone pushing their own boundaries and showing how easily we can get it wrong and put it right with a little thought. $3.30 a day for that marker space is incredible. Something like that around here would be fantastic.

[@steveanderson1233]

I appreciated your comment about the audience we are striving to capture and there's only One that matters. Love your honesty and humor.

[@wittworks]

Thank you. It’s a great reminder

[@charliemckay6402]

If you want to put threads in softwood paint he inside of hole with toughened cyanurate glue or for the ultimate and most time consuming paint the inside of the hole with penetrating epoxy (industrial quality) normally used for painting canoes and gluing up boat laminates. To make perfect machine screw threads in wood get a piece of mild steel flat bar ( at least 3 times the thread diameter thick) and drill and tap a screw hole of the size you want to use in the wood, clamping the fixture exactly over the centre of the hole preserves the profile of the thread in the wood and preserves the centering of the thread by using the tap drill as a locating pin while clamping. For wood use a tap drill one sixty fourth of an inch under the recommended tap drill size. if the hole was drilled undersize use the tap drill with some masking tape on the top to preserve the centre when setting up the tapping fixture bar, a snug fit in both holes is good and using at least two clamps to hold the fixture bar in place is a must. Practice at least 3 holes on scrap wood. Use a spiral point tap and tapping fluid to tap metal and a hand taper tap to tap wood. Hand taps work one turn forward then half a turn back to clear chips. If you want to be a wild man use the taper point tap for everything. Make sure you buy your taps from an industrial supplier like SOWA TOOL and Machine

[@erichenao6537]

This is so good. Any “DIY” woodworker avid KZbin watcher will LOVE this. You tap so many phrases, tropes, products, KZbin “Heros” we will get a laugh, nod, and ‘oh yeah’ of agreement out of this. Best thing though? You got the bloody client reaction! Like I don’t care if it was faked, no one else has done that and it was perfect, tops with chick fuckin‘ filet! You. Yes, YOU, are the hero of woodworking KZbin for today with this. Brilliant. Damn perfect. Next time drop a stumpy nubs reference though….

[@wittworks]

thanks Eric! client reaction was real! And I wondered why no one does that! I'll start workshopping on a James roast...

[@markhopkins7204]

I recently made an accent table for our foyer using reclaimed pine..(80 yr old tougue & groove flooring beams) on a much smaller scale, and I can attest to the difficulty old pine challenges you with..appreciate your candor regarding setbacks and the education they provided...thanks for sharing and please maintain your witts while you work!

[@LoveTriscuit]

This was one of the best build videos I’ve ever seen. I like how you showed the struggles, mistakes, and surprises and then how you worked around them. I’m finding in the projects I’m trying to get done before my first baby arrives next month that curveballs are making me have to figure out ways of solving them. This was a great inspiration for that. I also immediately thought of Blacktail when I saw the bottom of the table, that and all the other mentions really did make this feel like a KZbinr Avengers video. Great job on the video, and the table looks great. My brother in law are going to be trying our hands on making something similar for my parent’s new house so I’ll definitely be sharing the video with him, if he hasn’t seen it already.

[@wittworks]

thank you. speaking of curveballs.....THE BABY! Get ready for the slider!

[@AsherCrone]

Dude, I need more build videos. I love your other videos so much, but please keep build’s coming. That was awesome! I will be sure to share it. Your channel is a huge inspiration to me!

[@wittworks]

On it!

[@RamDragon32]

30:17 Value? I love watching woodworking videos and this is the first one that had an actual breakdown of materials, labor, time, and everything else that tells me how to actually make a profit. Not to mention, entertaining, engaging, and educational. Yeah, definitely one of the more valuable videos I've watched. Great table, loved the hacks (that worked), and concluding with delivery and final home was so satisfying to see. Thanks for this vid, It's going in my woodworking playlist so I can watch it over and over.

[@wittworks]

thank you

[@swar227]

I just watched your video on value pricing. I couldn’t agree with you more. Recently a lady advertised for a furniture maker to do a build in for her husbands massive LP collection. She was having difficulty finding someone, so I told her that I was a hobbyist and if she was willing to take a chance on me I might be willing to do the build-in. I met her and her husband at their house and he had a sketch up of what he wanted. Now I build furniture I’m not a cabinet maker but I know how cabinetry is done. So I wanted to do some thing like what I thought she wanted which was proper cabinetry with a lean toward looking like furniture this is going to be in the living room. Right away I knew with quality materials this would be a seven or $8000 bill from a cabinet maker. I was willing to do it for $2500 including materials because I’m a hobbyist I don’t really have a business. Her husband chose to do it himself with IKEA for 1750. Sorry I’m trying to type and the dog is trying to play.

[@wittworks]

IKEA! Gross. Thank you for sharing. You’re worth more.

[@swar227]

Thank you. Yeah. I am not planning on sticking my head out again. Lol. I enjoy your videos. Keep up the good work

[@CordellWoodworks]

I love this video. As much as I love your reviews and comedy-style videos I can't wait for more build videos! You're one of the only woodworking channels that inspires me to actually BUILD something. I appreciate your honesty and the fact that you don't try to come off an expert on things that are new to you.

[@wittworks]

Glad you like them! "You're one of the only woodworking channels that inspires me to actually BUILD something." - this is my mission. To help you build beautiful things with joy. Thank you!

[@skipanardoross6805]

You did a great job on both the project and the video presentation. I did get a grin when you said it should have only taken three days because I always think something similar when I finish a project. When we see something complete it gives it a simplistic appearance. When your project was finished, it was just a wooden slab on a couple of prefab metal legs, right? That's an important thing to keep in mind because that is exactly how consumers view it, as well. Videos like yours will at least give some idea of what is actually involved in getting to that point.

[@wittworks]

Thank you. Good points

[@Bendi360]

Wow! I can't find the words how magnificent effort it took to make all this! To think about all this, the improvisation, perseverance, while being level-headed takes a tremendous effort! Just the quality and care of how the entirety of the video is thought out, the edits, sound design, camerawork all works together, really nice job! Really made my day, feeling inspired. Instant sub for saying exactly the things would!

[@wittworks]

Thank you

[@AzWineNut]

Hi Drew, Great job, and video. Your journey is mirroring mine! We all learn by doing. For me, the lesson I am taught each time I go to make something, is that of humility.. Years ago when I started woodworking, my friend (a local cabinet maker,) my woodworking mentor, gave me his perspective: "A really good woodworker knows how to hide his/her mistakes!" It appears to me that you are doing it well.

[@wittworks]

Well said!

[@andiedonahue9400]

You’re my favorite too! I NEVER comment , but you have knocked it out of the park with this one! You are much more than a good KZbinr! Thanks for being amazing! P. S. That was a BRILLIANT re-saw using the table saw - band saw combo!

[@wittworks]

Wow, thank you!

[@alexfavareto733]

Huge congrats from London! im with Paul Carlson, Cut and shoot outdoors and others who commented here. By been yourself and sharing your experiences and mistakes you have no idea how many others out there will benefit from it. Its the best way to alert anyone who will try something similar to what you are creating or using the same technics, etc. And its also funny, there are things you watch someone trying to do and you know it won't work (because you made de same mistake), and the reaction is exactly like yours. anyway, keep going guys!!!!

[@wittworks]

Thank you Alex

[@Rossco242424]

Please forgive me for offering unsolicited advice but I can't help myself, you might want to consider just kidding great video. I think I read somewhere that The Office would usually have something like 5-7 jokes per minute. This video must have been in that ballpark. Really enjoyed it. Thanks.

[@wittworks]

hahah you got me. thank you

[@ricter1]

I randomly found your video and I admit I fast forwarded through most of it at the beginning but after I saw your style I WENT BACK AND WATCHED IT! Great job showing mistakes and solutions!!! very inspiring! Congratulations on a great build and a satisfied customer!

[@ninenailswoodshop]

Amazing job. Your story telling and humor is the best! Keep it up!

[@wittworks]

Thanks a bunch!

[@RayMrRobert]

You are the best story teller ever.

[@wittworks]

Thank you Robert. I’ll point the troll who says I talk to much to this. 🤦‍♂️

[@ChrisSchryer81]

Great video! This is my first time seeing your channel and I want to say thanks for the inspiration. A friend just gave me several pieces of 350 year old wood from a barn restoration and I'm now staring down the barrel of what to do without wasting that resource. Thanks for letting me know I'm not the only one

[@atuttle]

Well done Drew. I watch a butt-ton of maker KZbin, and I almost never bother to like or comment. This video is worth the effort to do both. Your humor and sharing the lessons learned make for a great video. I've also run into some of the same problems, like the CA glue activator and track saw alignment. Keep up the great work.

[@wittworks]

Thank you Adam! I appreciate that. Glad you got the jokes!

[@crisr.8280]

Thank you sir for this informative, entertaining, and inspiring video. As a beginner woodworker I really appreciate all your effort making this.

[@wittworks]

Thank you very much!

[@77gmcnut]

What a great video, including the backstory how you came up with solutions to overcome limitations, challenges and mistakes (design opportunities) Beautiful table. Congratulations.

[@texasbelliott]

This was my favorite video of yours, so far. But what I really enjoyed and appreciated was the sharing of your faith. Thank you for your courage and confidence to do so. I love the scripture verse etched into the table. Words to live by. That was such a great suggestion and implementation. Wonderful! Big fan here. Looking forward to more.

[@wittworks]

Wow, thank you!

[@BrownDogDesignsWoodwork]

1) I’m stoked I found your channel. I grew up in San Antonio so I’m automatically rooting for you. B) I recently made a table myself out of the same material and am glad for the affirmation that I’m not the only person crazy enough to try. III) Great video, keep it up man! Mistakes are just the cost of tuition!

[@wittworks]

Thank you 🌮

[@dragonfamily4]

Perfect timing. I hit subscribe right before you asked people to. I loved the woodpeckers router base joke. Nice. I also loved the scripture reference. Great job.

[@wittworks]

Thank you! Welcome aboard.

[@dragonfamily4]

@@wittworks I am a little confused by the video title though. You speak often of God and being a pastor in some of your other videos. I guess I just didn’t expect you to use a word like that in a title.

[@1975oldschool]

Your videos getting released is like what I use to feel like on Saturday’s watching all my favorite hotrod shows on TNN/Spike TV! So much that this “episode” didn’t fell Long enough. Great video man!

[@wittworks]

Wow, thanks!

[@toddcarlisle9255]

I really liked this video. I feel like watching you learn will teach me much faster than some of the other woodworking channels out there. I wish you well, and I hope you stay honest, humble and funny.

[@wittworks]

Thank you Todd.

[@edwardchandler1187]

I love how you speak about your mistakes. "Bespoke" The mistakes you talk openly about and that is a good thing. Most KZbinr's don't show mistakes and make it look as if it all went great from start to finish. This table is wonderful and you did a good job working through the mistakes.

[@gilcd85]

What a great video! Loved the narration, sharing the learnings and failures. Thank you! Keep them coming!

[@wittworks]

thank you

[@saschakrefta4793]

Hey buddy, I forgot your name but you've got a new subscriber! I really love your way of articulating and showing bluntly your mistakes AND your final results! You exume something I rarely see on yt these days! Have a wonderful weekend!!!

[@wittworks]

Awesome, thank you!

[@bonacci01]

As a novice woodworker, I love that your videos are so well produced, to the point, and you include all the errors that you made. Also - your work feels somewhat attainable. So many channels and videos out there that I immediately avoid because they might as well be building the saturn 5. Glad the table came out great / you skipped the sanding chapter !? Cheers

[@wittworks]

Thank you very much!

[@haxney]

I'm so glad to see the mistakes you made. Not out of schadenfreude, but because I make all those same kinds of mistakes (and more), and it's very heartening to see that it's possible to feel like you're screwing everything up and still come out the other end with something beautiful.

[@Devin_Perkins]

Drew, this video was great. I love your take on the project video. This was a woodworking project told as a story, and it should probably be placed in the national archives, royal collection, and possibly in the Apocalypse Vault on Svalbard (look it up, it is interesting). Seriously, you made a big, huge, scary project seem much more approachable because you were honest about the short comings. I am often too overcome with anxiety about messing up to even start a project like this, but now I will probably give it a try next time I am inspired. Side note, I somehow didn't know that Colossian's verse (I am Catholic, we wrote the Bible, then kind of forgot about it), but it is one of my favorites now!

[@wittworks]

Thank you Devin! I appreciate that. That was my goal with this video. Two hail Mary's will suffice. 🤪

[@Devin_Perkins]

@@wittworks only 2 Hail Mary's? Last time I went to confession I had to say a rosary for every M&M I stole from my brother...

[@robdewberry2587]

This was awesome!!! You got both a new subscriber and I shared it with my social media network! Great job!!!

[@wittworks]

Thank you

[@robdewberry2587]

@@wittworks Really impressed by your work & your style!

[@truesnuh4781]

I enjoyed the highly grounded reality of what woodworking is, in this video. It is a frustrating but rewarding process, where haste is not your friend, but time is always against you. Keep up the great work, loved the project!

[@jeg101233]

I'm happy to find a wood woodworking channel located in SA!! I instantly subscribed!

[@wittworks]

🌮

[@bretticus4]

beautiful work, flaws & all. also, your digs at lincoln st. woodworking were savage - had me rolling!

[@meshkovsergey]

Amazing story, told with my kind of humour and irony! One of the best videos I’ve watched in the last year 👌🏻 Thank you very much! Happily subscribing, looking forward to more content.

[@wittworks]

thank you

[@threesteaks]

Great video. I really enjoyed the combination of building, the talk track, and the overall story you were telling about your journey to a finished table. Keep it up!

[@wittworks]

Awesome, thank you!

[@northernworks]

Lovely table, Drew. My favourite thing about this video was the problems, and how you overcame them - something I think is much more interesting in a build video than using perfect materials to build something perfectly, first time. Look forward to the next one...

[@wittworks]

Thank you! Only honesty here….

[@CraigularjJoeWoodworks]

Whoa, drew! This is phenomenal… congratulations on your achievement.

[@Avedis-G]

What a great channel! Super informative, hilarious, and relaxed. Keep up the great work.

[@wittworks]

Thank you

[@dukkiegamer1733]

I love how your most expensive client wanted a pine table. Good video and much respect for taking on such a project and sharing all your mistakes!

[@wittworks]

Haha. Thank you

[@darthstewie76]

Seems like everything on youtube is rainbows and sunshine but the truth is things go wrong all the time. Refreshing to see it.

[@wittworks]

10000000%

[@BustedKnuckleWoodworks]

That was EPIC. I laughed. I cried. I forgot the rice on the stove I was making for dinner and overcooked it.

[@wittworks]

haha. thank you