If You Have Kids...You'll Understand

[@Sbarellata]

So, I don't often leave comments, but for some reason today I'm feeling compelled to say this: I'm not a woodworker, but I know how to sew clothes, and the things you explain about the importance of wood grain are surprisingly similar to the sort of things sewists need to keep in mind when dealing with the grain line of fabric, and I really enjoy these accidental similarities across different crafts. That's it, that's the comment, it's just me wanting to share a little fun fact. Thank you for your videos!

[@Foureyes.Furniture]

Interesting...never thought about "thread direction" before

[@tenille_dakers]

i also sew and also never comment but i think you've just inspired me to make that a goal for the new year.

[@barcodenosebleed5485]

​@@tenille_dakers Wait. Is your goal woodworking, commenting more, or paying attention to fabric grain? Either way, good luck!

[@popparock6506]

@@tenille_dakers You sewists should not cut yourselves short! you are much appreciated!

[@paulagebhardt6018]

Same! I used to do more woodwork, but I mainly sew, paint, and do graphic design now. Watching other types of creators helps me so much in all of my things.

[@gcl2783]

Why don't you use a CNC to cut your videos?

[@Foureyes.Furniture]

He's a great woodworker...but an awful editor

[@leanngugi]

He had to show the non-CNC way.

[@Kraaketaer]

That's the next video's side project: programming the cnc to move a mouse and make the final edit of the video.

[@dallassegno]

Carpentry Not Cinema

[@Ugly_German_Truths]

Exploiting the work of Kindergarteners is still cheaper? 😜

[@camwing]

aesthetics are cool, but I just like watching people make stuff

[@Foureyes.Furniture]

...and I appreciate you for it :)

[@wolfgangpreier9160]

I like people making cool things and talking nerdy about it.

[@cinnamonrollypoly]

This. This is me.

[@corydonk]

what are YOU doing here

[@sirpigeoniii]

Gasp! It's a camwing out in the wild!

[@arzievsultan]

I found your video because I'm subscribed to your channel.

[@Foureyes.Furniture]

I appreciate it

[@williamellis8993]

Me too.

[@BenjaminMellor]

​@@williamellis8993Yes

[@holdingsteadfast]

Same

[@janpcs]

Yes

[@viracocha03]

Ill be honest, I am a hobby wood worker but the only reason I watch every video you put out is because of your story telling. Your furniture is beautiful, although not my style but its how you tell us the story of creating that furniture that I enjoy the most. I wonder how many people watch for the same reason. Thumbs up if you agree with me or comment and let me know why you enjoy his content beyond the awesome stories.

[@freethebirds3578]

I'm no woodworker, and probably never will be. I do make stuff, and the philosophical narration is what made me subscribe.

[@viracocha03]

@freethebirds3578 appreciate the comment!

[@wickedcabinboy]

@viracocha03 - I used to make sawdust as a hobby but never progressed beyond that. I enjoy the process and his narrative. I find it very engaging. And I _do_ like his style as well.

[@jlammetje]

As the grown kid of a professional woodworker dad: your kids will definitely remember and appreciate the work you do for your family :)

[@eross21]

that wood grain at 29:05 give that thing so much more character. i love that

[@jonnybooks9337]

I paused it at the exact same point to say roughly the same thing...I would add that the opposite side having some of that sap wood gives the whole top a bit of contrast to all the dark brown of the walnut.

[@scsi_wuzzy]

The profile of the keyboard stand would make for a cool matching bench. A good bench makes playing the piano a bit more enjoyable

[@BeauChampion]

I have a piano but no bench. I would totally buy that plan!!

[@jpdj2715]

It needs accessories that will however remove some of the clean look (AKA "design"): (a) a brace that arrests a single pedal or larger pedal board in one fixed place that feels like piano to a pianist. (b) a book stand for our sheet music. The upright board at the back as it is now in itself is not enough to hold sheet music in place in the right attitude. Like the stands we see for cookbooks in kitchens we need both something that holds the books open and facilitates easy turning pages (contradictory requirements). The modern successor to these books are tablet computers with a separate pedal to turn electronic pages and (c) this pedal needs to be arrested on the floor relative to the piano too. Finally, we may rely on a cheap 88-key board and use its MIDI out into a (d) computer with virtual piano software (e.g. Pianoteq or VSL) that we next play back through (d) headphones or (d) amplification with (d) speakers. That could get (d) accessories too in order to fix them relative to the keyboard. That all adds clutter to the current clean design but also its benefit would be having e.g. cable clutter made less visible or invisible.

[@ArnoldStolberg]

I really like your channel, and I am a woodworker who has been doing this stuff for 6 decades. I built complex furniture and very ornate and detailed rooms. It is all in the details and you show them, from the subtle ways you tighten your joints with your fist (don’t damage the wood) to visually how you use your tools and make the fine final cuts. You are like the old and experienced craftsman you search for who has all of the answers, except you clearly are not old. And, your aesthetics are the best. It is all about how “form follows function.” I want to thank you, I learn a lot from your videos.

[@HolgerNestmann]

Yes! One also needs a great amount of knowledge of film making to also bring it accross.

[@snarko82]

I'm not a woodworker, but I do fix a lot of stuff around the house, so I really like that you do those animations and explanations as they give me a better understanding of how and why to do things in a certain way. That's what made me really appreciate your channel, so thanks!

[@TheVTRainMan]

Honestly... walnut sap wood looks good no matter how it is used. It just has this popping glow that adds character. It always reminds me how precious the entire wood source is. I built a side table out of walnuts scraps about 40yrs ago and put the sapwood right into the spotlight of the entire table. It's my favorite thing i have ever built.

[@lindacsmith13]

You'll never hear a bad comment from me, I'm not a woodworker I just like the commentary. Plus, I love seeing your projects and telling you how much I enjoy them.

[@bblvrable]

24:17 - "This much fun should be illegal, and it probably is." It 100% is lol. All of those games are pirated, and they're still protected by copyright. Chances are you won't get in any trouble for it, but the seller absolutely is taking a massive risk. Or they would be, if they weren't almost certainly located in China and therefore not really subject to US or international copyright law. But for what it's worth, yes it's illegal. It's no different than buying a hard drive with a million MP3s on it (which you can also do lol).

[@ahmetmetinuzun]

It's also no different than someone dumping all his paid furniture plans, or the video course onto a drive and selling it. I am not sure how he failed to see that as an artist/artisan who expects to get compensated for his own work.

[@neongrey333]

@@ahmetmetinuzun If he were making as much money as Nintendo or Sony, he could probably eat the loss too.

[@ahmetmetinuzun]

@@neongrey333 That's a ridicilous argument. Is he feeding as many mouths as Nintendo or Sony, or has stockholders and other investors. Theft is theft.

[@neongrey333]

@@ahmetmetinuzun roflolmao theft requires taking something away from the source. For example, if I steal a candy bar from a store, the store can no longer sell that candy bar. Legally, that is how theft works. If I download a ROM of mario 64, what exactly has been stolen? Mario 64 still exists. Nintendo can still sell Mario 64. They can still sell a copy of Mario 64 that is byte for byte identical to the one I have downloaded. There is no candy bar. And I mean that's just not how investment works. Like, that's a child's understanding. Show me on the NASDAQ where his buying this console hurt nintendo. Which dividends to the shareholders were reduced? You cannot demonstrate any manner of harm. You calling it theft doesn't actually make it so, and I can wait while you contact an intellectual property attorney to verify that. Otherwise, you're just saying it's theft based on vibes, which lmao.

[@ChileVuela]

FWIW: Most of the games are abandonware - no longer actively developed or sold by the original companies. Once last copy of the hardware dies, which it will, the game will be lost. This is especially true for niche games on niche hardware. Copies like these ensure that the game lives on. It also doesn't actively take away profits from the companies that originally made them, since they don't sell them anymore. Copyright is important. But so is preservation. Right now copyright is too far in favor of the creator (thanks Disney), and, IMHO, needs to swing back toward the culture/consumer side.

[@LadyEmilyNyx]

I'm not a wood worker. I haven't the time, the space, or the focus for that (thanks for that ADHD). But I still buy all your plans. Because there's just something magical about listening to you explaining things. It's calming. And it also makes me happy to know that I'm helping to support you.

[@Oho_o]

In my opinion that sap wood bit on the piano stand gives it that chefs kiss cherry on top!

[@drewhimself5490]

Hi there! So I stumbled across your channel about a month or so ago and have since binged maybe 60% of everything you've posted to date. I'm not a woodworker myself but I dabble in other creative mediums and i just wanted to let you know that I very much appreciate your approach to everything you present. It's a refreshing level of sincerity and low pressure motivation that i find inspiring and comforting to watch. I guess really i just want to say thank you for your content and the way you make it reachable to everyone while sticking to your own views on what each project is and should be in a way that works for whomever it's designed for, be that you or a client. You let the design and results carry you through what others need flash and gimmicks for and that's a solid way to 'prove ' yourself as someone who can be trusted to guide people well. Happy holidays

[@Foureyes.Furniture]

Hi Drew...glad you found me and appreciate the kind word. That's a lot of me you've been watching lately, but glad you're enjoying. I don't put out videos at that fast of a pace...so maybe try to spread out that last 40% to make it last :) happy holidays to you too

[@drewhimself5490]

@Foureyes.Furniture lol! There's plenty to appreciate from different view points with repeated watches but that's good advice, I'm always a little sad when i reach the 'end' of things I enjoy, looking forward to the next ones.

[@edwardsimmons3721]

This project has a ton of details and explanations. I always enjoy watching your projects develop.

[@leannbuss5536]

I’ve been watching your videos for a while now, and I want you to know that I super enjoy your work - it’s fun to watch you crafting these amazing pieces! Kind of reminds me of when I was a kid and used to make stuff out of wood with my Dad in his workshop. Keep it up!

[@daveswensen9627]

I don't know how long I've been subscribed, not too long in the scope of many things, like the beginning of time for instance. That said, I like design and techniques. I like the voice over and music choices, your sense of humor. You build great pieces and I usually learn something during every video. Finally, the price is right to watch and learn. What could be better? Thanks

[@Foureyes.Furniture]

Appreciate it Dave...I'm sure some people out there would argue with your points...but it's hard to argue with the price :)

[@NKNMajorTomsTinCan]

production value in this video was outstanding!

[@BenjaminMellor]

I have been woodworking since July 2017, and I've never truly stopped (except for maybe a 1½ year break in 2020). Anyway, in the last year, I've been tackling making bigger furniture instead of making a bunch of geometric shapes made of ¼-inch plywood. I haven't quite finished any of the furniture, but I'll be very happy once I finish at least one soon. I've been recording hours upon hours footage from my phone which I can hopefully edit into KZbin videos. Also, the videos on this channel are very entertaining, and I think I've been subscribed since this Spring. 12/19/2024

[@crabtonia]

This has been a delight from start to finish...thank you...yyou reminded me of my father in the 50s making small pieces in our garden shed...his preparations took as long as the actual construction...I still have one small side-table and it is a joy to have, use and enjoy...is it not remarkable that there are always SOME folk who seem always to 'know better' than you!...they should take a long, hard look at themselves...have a fine Christmas in S. California...no snow guaranteed...dgp/uk

[@mothmansuperfan7513]

You balance being able to give good insight (like the back stretcher and why you can't cut that fillet as one thin piece) and not being too wordy and dry. I'm a beginner/intermediate woodworker that doesn't need an explanation on what a table saw is, but really appreciates these valuable nuggets of info to help me level up

[@tobiaslindblom2187]

We started to use furniture matching the kids toys. No need to remove their stuff. Maybe when sitting down, hurts less.

[@newagegaming2018]

1. I have no talent to do the stuff you do. 2. I watch your videos because I enjoy watching a talented craftsman who doesn’t mind putting his talent on display. And finally, since I found your channel and binge watched every one of your videos from beginning to end. (The only video of yours that I missed was the one where you got hurt was in the title) I have always looked forward to seeing how you are going to top the next one. To date you haven’t disappointed me. 18:15 It’s awesome!

[@ghbatt]

This is the best video you have ever made. It's a great blend of humility, technique teaching, and a look into your design process.

[@scottrobbins3341]

I love the fancy animations, voiceovers and balanced sense of humor and humility. Like the pieces you make themselves, all of your videos are really polished and satisfying.

[@diegonancucheo8783]

Thank you very much for applying the option to change the language of the video. It is a very good innovation. I am from Chile. greetings

[@ComteSt.Germain]

I like the sapwood in the offcut piece that you used. It adds a neat bit of character to the beautiful keyboard stand. Sometimes (probably most of the time), it's the imperfections that bring otherwise nice things to being something beautiful.

[@lenellamaxwell6934]

Lovely, and always enjoy the thought process included in your videos. I know your kids will grow to love them, and one day show them off to their friends. Thanks for sharing.

[@ericheft6184]

I'm not a wood worker but I've tried to so some very basic things and I find your videos educational and entertaining. Your projects are always interesting and learning WHY you do things is good regardless. If I was getting started the course you put together looks great. Simple projects that you can use in your shop. The look on your wife's face .... priceless. I can almost see the cogs turning.

[@Norman_Fleming]

That cross-brace idea. Love it. Inspired. The game-console wrapping the grain like that, also, another excellent choice. Chefs kiss.

[@Foureyes.Furniture]

I will say, it was one of the better grain wraps I've ever achieved. Kinda wish it was on a project with more riding on it.

[@Fleebag47]

I'm not a woodworker either and probably won't ever be one at this stage in my life, but I enjoy your videos because you build beautiful things. Also because I do bookbinding of various kinds (sewn, glued, sculptural) and I've learned a lot about work flow from watching you, too. Thanks for that!

[@sandscribbler]

Love the sense of humor, artistic exploration, level of craftsmanship, and willingness to admit mistakes!

[@chuckiannuzzi6839]

Most dad's assemble the stuff on Christmas day. You are the great dad who assembled the gift BEFORE cHRISTMAS. Merry Christmas

[@alecstouffer4607]

That’s a great looking piece.

[@realBucNasty]

My wife mentioned wanting a new keyboard stand recently, and I've been struggling with inspiration. This nailed it!

[@Oddthetall]

18:11 I really like how you joined the back stretcher there. I'll remember that for the future. I'm a hand tool woodworker and not a huge fan of the midcentury modern aesthetic myself, though I enjoy watching you make the furniture you want to. It gives me joy to do that and it looks like you feel the same (at least, most of the time :) )

[@Timhey0912]

Wow! I'm not a wood worker, but I truly enjoy all your videos. You're so very talented! To have the support of your wife and children is a real blessing. Hoping you All have a wonderful Christmas🎄! Thanks for sharing your creativity!!

[@jimfelton1]

Great video. The reasons you pointed out during the design fit the advanced woodworker and how the rest of us want to be hobbyists. Keep it up!

[@TheNolannn]

My favorite wood working channel. Everything you do is very pleasing to the eyes.

[@lil-data]

A new design every video, technical data on the decisions, and awesome editing. Not sure how the table top guy is getting 4x the views. This channel is awesome!!

[@ree2305]

Your ability to convey the story behind the inspiration is as extraordinary as your woodworking creativity and talent. Job well done on both. Your child will appreciate all your creations when they are older. Happy Holidays to you and your family.

[@BoiiJay]

First time commenter on the channel here. The grain wrap on that box had me. That thing looked unreal! You may think it’s a simple thing you’ve done many times but WOW.

[@shaunehilton9617]

I normally don’t miss your videos because I subscribed almost a year ago after I saw one of your previous videos… and haven’t regretted it since. Thank you!!

[@ImStillAlive01]

Chris - love your channel. I started like many - first time homeowner who decided he could fix this/that. I bought a miter saw about 9-10 years ago. Then i learned that a "table saw" is essential. Researched... Delta 725 of course. Assembled it knowing nothing. Turned it on for the first time and said... holy shit, nope, nope, nope. I didn't use it for a year. I was terrified of it. Slowly, i started taking on projects that required its use and we became friends. I cut my teeth on that thing while somehow managing to not cut any other part of my body. Today I enjoy a 3HP PCS and I have no idea why I am sharing this because all I intended to say was regarding the CNC - that's the same hater crowd as the ones who shit on the domino. Go get one, use it once..and then come back and complain. I wonder how many festool domino machines have been returned with the sentiment, "It works fine, it's not defective... i just don't think it's worth it. here. refund please." lol... probably never happened. you and your wife are lovely folks. I wish you'd pack up and leave CA, move to portland and setup shop next door to Cam. Trade overpriced pencils for overpriced marking knives. haha. Thank you for what you do. I recently built a large walnut dining table that was the most rewarding effort i'd ever experienced in my life. I've learned a lot from your channel... and oh boy, i really wanted to cut a tapered chamfer on those table legs. So i did.

[@tysonkoehn1]

The "15 billion videos" comment really made me think. I follow a lot of maker channels and Foureyes has always been the pinnacle of design, explanation, demonstration, and all around great information when it comes to my aesthetics and style of woodworking. Thankful for this channel and for Chris and Shaun for being great dudes!

[@ocpbmuse]

Love this one Chris! Had a “keyboard desk” on my build list for years! Might need to move this one up to the top!

[@xXfzmusicXx]

I'm not a woodworker, but I do enjoy the way you explain everything. It feels like you're telling a story rather than just explaining how to build a thing

[@renatogdn]

Each video you make is worthy of awards! Incredible story telling, structure, shots and art. Thank you for these videos! A merry Christmas to you and yours. Hugs from Brazil! Cheers

[@aceadman]

Just love your stuff. The videography, the projects, the designs, the techniques, the humor, the philosophy. All of it. Thank you. ❤

[@Erik_The_Viking]

Beautiful job! This is why I watch your channel - practical and educational tips that can help me as a woodworker. I like that you decided to do the "right thing" with the grain direction even though you could've gotten away with it. It actually looks better to me at least. I enjoy the design decisions you put into it, and also the why.

[@bloodandbonezzz]

Merry christmas, I don't do wood work but I'm always fascinated by your videos and find them therapeutic.

[@MisterBlueSky]

Your "just alright" is my "omg did I really manage to build this myself?". Fantastic work and great entertainment as usual. Thank you, Chris. Happy holidays ❤

[@BeauChampion]

Count me among the peanut gallery that loves when you don't just default to the CNC. Don't get me wrong, it's a tool in your shop and you have a right to use it when and how you want to. But I don't have one and I love the way you use templates to make these designs approachable for those of us who would be intimidated by them. Either way, I love your videos. I hit the subscribe button long ago and I am so glad I did. And I think the "console cover" turned out awesome!

[@blonko86]

Your presentation is at an optimum level for me. . . A competent, but experienced, novice. Thanks

[@brokenbarbespoke]

I appreciate the non-removal of the clamping calls at 14:09. I like the attention to detail on the assembly side and the forethought you put into it. I think it takes a really seasoned creator to recognize and use that method versus someone like myself that would try to get it just oversized and then when I go to assemble, hope that I can clamp it up well enough. Thank you for showing that!

[@Foureyes.Furniture]

Definitely have done that many times...but thankfully I've learned a few tricks over the years

[@andrewbrown8148]

That keyboard stand is stunning and your video game box/cover takes me back to the 70's when I had my first stereo system...Realistic (aka, Radio Shack). Beautiful work as usual, Chris~!!

[@VeretenoVids]

I've been a subscriber for a while and I'm still in the phase of my woodworking journey where I like to watch awesome people make very interesting and beautiful things. I'm a nerd so I really like how you explain what you are doing. And perhaps I'm a total pleb, but right before you said you didn't like it I thought "ooooh, that lovely golden sapwood makes a nice pop right at the level of the keyboard, wonder if that was planned?"

[@davidjowett8195]

The kids will love the stand in years to come when Dads work becomes collectable and, hopefully, valuable 😊. The use of the offcuts, I think, has worked well. The different colours in the wood make it natural and enhance the piece. The multipart structure and the reasons for the grain orientation of those parts also make the piece. Thought has gone into it and it shows. The console cover is a great addition, love it. Thanks for sharing this with us all.

[@EricKuha]

Dude, I just love the retro-modern look of your stuff. Big fan. I'm going to buy your course when it becomes available, btw.

[@TwoWheeledHepkat]

Both projects came out very nice. I really liked that you threw in the bonus smaller build along with the main build.

[@TurhamRanger]

Beautiful pieces! And I really like that little bit of sapwood on the side, it just makes it look more natural!

[@lwilliams946]

I love your process and am jealous I don't have a wood worker in my family to give me thoughtful, lovingly made gifts!

[@BenjaminMellor]

I don't know how much you're into woodworking, but if you are, you could give away small woodworking gifts to your family.

[@donwillhoit6866]

Your videos are so enjoyable and there is also woodworking! Your product is beautiful. I even picked up your tip for a smooth finish cut, ruler spacer. My wife, a seamstress and agrees about waft and weave (thread direction), and I look forward to every post. Thank you.

[@anthonygrey9282]

Your design eye never fails to amaze me. Another beautiful piece mate.

[@rdub202]

The way the legs and the stretcher came together almost make a Starburst and then that retro style/colored keyboard really gave me MCM retro look. Cool piece.

[@angusestcourt7120]

Chris, thank you for all you have done, ive enjoyed it all and learnt a lot. Wishing you and your lovely family a Happy Christmas from the UK 🙂

[@evlqueen777]

I am subscribed to your channel because I'd like to believe that one day I will buy some woodworking tools and build furniture for the house that I just bought this year and you show a lot of detail of what it's about and your designs are appealing. But for now I am mostly slowly remodeling the house so the furniture will have to wait... but during the remodel I am obtaining more and more tools so hey, maybe I'll do it.

[@joshsadowski8869]

Yay TechDweeb! He makes the best retro gaming videos

[@stephendickinson9929]

Your videos are so enjoyable. Your narration is so smooth with the humor slipped in nicely. The projects are also gorgeous.

[@sds2633]

Amazing work! I always love your designs. I hope to create furniture as beautiful one day. I am a novice woodworker, but your channel inspires me to push myself. Thanks!

[@Fragmintz_Designs]

I look forward to seeing your videos.. because of you..I've started my woodworking journey.. so thank you.. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

[@seanrigby2837]

Chris Im not big on commenting but have been a follower of your vids for a while. For some reason this vid on your keyboard stand and consul was in my opinion one of your best.

[@Foureyes.Furniture]

Appreciate it!

[@johnroznovsky212]

Thanks for the variety. Easy, complex, beginner, advanced. Inspiration for the future.

[@Asha2820]

I'm going to make a suggestion. What that keyboard stand really needs is a little shelf for sheet music. Unless your kids are going to become jazz musicians, they're going to need to read the music while they play.

[@sarahlogan2075]

I love everything about your videos, and I'm not even a wood worker. I just appreciate well thought out and well made things.

[@cohen873]

LETS GO IVE BEEN CHECKING KZbin EVERY DAY WAITING FOR AN UPLOAD 🙏🙏🙏

[@Foureyes.Furniture]

Happy Holidays :)

[@chadms2]

Those are my favorite Off-Whites. Excellent choice!

[@wickedcabinboy]

Very, very nicely done. Your kids won't notice the sapwood and if they do you can tell them it was an artistic choice. Meanwhile, your kids won't know how proud they are of your work for some years but when the realization sets in it'll be powerful. Those pieces will likely be keepsakes. I thoroughly enjoy your videos. Thanks so much for sharing your skills with us.

[@KayClipz191]

I simply love this channel!I look forward to new uploads after binge watching all your videos since finding your page!keep em coming!

[@Foureyes.Furniture]

I appreciate the support!

[@joshn1678]

Why don't you just use the CNC, just kidding, just wanted to let you know that somehow I wasn't even subscribed to your channel and yet KZbin just kept suggesting your videos to me as I love woodworking videos. So, subscribed, a few years late heh. Thanks for all the amazing advice, you're great at explaining things, from technical to simple things, I've genuinely learned so much from your channel. Also, thanks for being a good dad. It will mean more than you'll ever know one day to your kids. ❤

[@christopherchapman8893]

Sorry, had to comment twice on this one: I can’t understand why anyone would say you are not a woodworker. Why? Because you don’t harvest the tree, cut down and mill the tree, personally kiln dry it in an oven you built with your bare hands and use nothing but hand tools and Japanese joinery to over complicate building a birdhouse? You can play football in gear and a jersey or you can do the same in a Garfield costume. Either way, I can’t say you are not playing football…. You’re a damn good woodworker, man. CNC, no CNC. It’s the imagination, Creativity and passion that make you great at what you do. I’m a woodworker (hobby) and I will say that the learning curve in CNC is intimidating (at least to me). Never had one and I respect the time it takes to learn that equipment - you know, the equipment that makes you good at (ahem) changing tires….. 😂

[@BenjaminMellor]

Yeah, I don't have a CNC and I'm not interested in getting one (since I can't afford one), at least for the time being. I could see potential in the future for me to get one, but I like doing woodworking my way. I do have a bit of respect for CNC users though, but that's just not me.

[@mattelias721]

Chris likely put that segment in because about a year or two back, he and Shaun were on the receiving end of comments that quite literally implied exactly what your question stated - cut the tree, mill and dry the wood, etc., etc. That Olympic-class troll called both of them "wood machinists." We all sat back and laughed at the sad little person whose only substitute for joy was gatekeeping the field of woodworking... within which, any method that gets you to 'done' is a valid method.

[@curtisaitken7027]

Jigs and templates are an extremely important part of woodworking. I learned more about wood movement from this video. Thank you.

[@williammaxwell1919]

Your observations on CNC -v- manual plus adding in your processes ~ who can argue with your choices? As long as it gets the job done within design tollerances, budget & time constraints ~ job done. Kudos you!

[@roflmao1616mkay]

Dude your beard looks fantastic in this video

[@Foureyes.Furniture]

Thanks :)

[@tatehogan5685]

I definitely enjoy the video, especially the design parts. My skill level as a woodworker is that I'm able to replicate everything I've seen here, however I am absolutely horrible at the design aspect. My builds are clean and nice, but they are not beautiful. Thank you for sharing your work, I get inspired by many of your creations.

[@BenjaminMellor]

I would say I'm okay at design. I'm not nearly as good as Chris Salamone, but I know enough to make a design, and build it. I just make the design to give me a good idea on how it works, then I come up with the processes to do them on the fly. Also, my designs have constantly changing dimensions as I build them.

[@bznupe30]

Bruh, I enjoy you being you. I respectfully find you & work entertaining. All the BEST to you & yours this Holiday season :

[@Foureyes.Furniture]

Appreciate it! You too, man.

[@5197564501]

Who ever does your editing does an amazing job with the renderings! Love the videos! Keep up the amazing work!!

[@Merennulli]

I really like that console hiding box. I had an idea to do that sort of old stereo look years ago on a project for Dad (he wanted a box for his vinyl records) but he changed his mind on it.

[@Shanehuff1971]

I love the sap out of place. More natural looking to me. Beautiful work my friend.

[@the_lancepryor]

That Keyboard stand is so awesome, I'm for sure going to rip you off to build one for us. That being said, incorporating some small shelf to the inside of the back panel to rest sheet music or a binder on will be a necessity if yall plan to utilize this. Love it.

[@ninaanderson9016]

Hi, I know nothing about woodworking, but I love your videos and the explanations you give. Most of all I love your designs and the pieces you make - absolutely awesome. Thank you for sharing them with us.

[@StevenPankratz]

i loved seeing the 7yrs ago garage; i'm at about the 10yrs ago level, so seeing the next waypoint is good inspo. thanks!

[@Fvoarin]

Genius opening. It's not only true for people who stumble on this video, but for those of us subscribed, it'll boost up comment engagement. Clever, too clever lmao

[@R1987R]

You're such a gentleman giving the credits to the guy who insipred you to buy the Retro console. I applaud you good sir!

[@Gazman299]

To me using a CNC makes woodworking just factory work. Another lovely piece of furniture, young man. Well done. You really are a true artist.

[@johnnyb95678]

Love the way both projects turned out! Nicely done!

[@newinspiration2108]

Chris' narration and video production can sell snowballs to eskimos. Love everything about this video!

[@davideastham]

Great looking pieces. I'm now jealous 😁 I've also been wanting to make some kind of box for my hard drives but was always worried about overheating. Yours looks great.