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[@johnbiggi3738]

I’ve been a woodworker since 1996. I’m almost 70 now and I see a lot of these new and young “makers” doing some fabulous projects using all kinds of methods. Just keep this in mind, when you make something you are proud of, it’s your artistic skills that did it no matter what tools you used.

[@JonnyBuilds]

🙏🙏🙏

[@sr81]

Picking up a new skill in your 40’s is really commendable. I’m 23 and sometimes feel like it’s too late to start anything new lol

[@TK-421_66]

@@sr81 Make sure you are always learning new things or new ways to do the ones you already know.

[@jerseydevil1]

@@sr81 I struggle with that same thing at 26. thanks for pointing that out , I kinda just read the comment and didn’t even think about that. 👍🏾

[@GarryAndrews_]

@@sr81that’s the curse of being young, you think what you think is right. When you get older you realise trying new things isn’t that hard. The curse of being old, is having limited time. Do things now and get the best of both circumstances

[@jaymiller6918]

It is a very good book for beginners as well as for those that are already into kzbin.infoUgkxTNB_zFBSnTo_O1PqfVUwgi7ityw0JlKt A very good basic ebook to keep as a reference too. I like it and the way the subject matter is presented. It has humor and that helps with the reading.

[@jonathanshumpert9549]

My wife likes when I finish a woodworking project. The house gets a lot quieter, both from the power tools not running and me not saying bad words. I tell her that I live by the motto of Red Green from The Red Green Show. "If women don't find you handsome, they should at least find you handy." Nice build. Mistakes are not too bad if you learn from them. Next time you try those techniques, you will have way more knowledge.

[@ColonelSandersLite]

"If you pay someone to do it for you, you're just not sure whether or not they've done a bad job. Whereas If you do it yourself, ya *know*." Loved that dumb show. It's all up on youtube last I checked.

[@karenshort3880]

I love Re Green Show. I wish it still going.

[@jasonbailey9139]

Turned out nicely and I appreciate you showing that sometimes things don’t work out and you just need to re-evaluate your approach. Kudos to your wife for being a good sport. I think videos where the makers’ family participate are some of my favorite. It just adds so much to the story.

[@jamesradney5560]

Turned out beautiful! I love that you leave in the mistakes and how you fix them. When people never show mistakes or give ideas how to fix them you don't learn as much, so thank you for that!

[@tjh44961]

I came across your channel today for the first time, and I'm enjoying the videos a lot. I realize that this video is three months old now, but in viewing the problems you're having with gluing the brass, I thought I'd share what I hope is a helpful bit of knowledge. When you want to glue metal to anything, a smooth, polished surface is exactly the opposite of what you want on the metal. Regardless of the type of metal you're using, and what type of glue you employ, you want to sand the gluing surface of the metal with a fairly rough grit of sandpaper, to give the glue some "tooth" to attach to when it cures. A smooth, shiny surface gives the adhesive nothing to grip, and any impact, or radical change of temperature will cause it to just let go. When using brass, you can also drill small holes in it, and use the same size brass rod to make "nails," to give it some mechanical fastening. if you countersink the holes, you can then peen the soft brass of the rod into the countersinks, and sand them flush with the surface and polish the brass, and they will disappear. I hope this helps you in the future.

[@keithklein4538]

Fabulous build. Real woodworkers make real projects with the tools at hand. FYI I make Tambors by putting the cloth down on a flat, nonstick surface , e.g. waxed melamine, and gluing the slats on next. That way the glue is on the bottom and can’t seep up into the gaps, at least not much. Use a piece of plywood with some weight on it for clamping. I’ve had no problems with squeeze out.

[@tomrobinson102]

Forget what anybody else says about being a "true" woodworker. I think you make some amazing pieces, and don't care how they were made. I took the survey, and look forward to seeing what you may be able to offer.

[@RekzysTheTitan]

woodworker can also be used to describe hand whores.

[@bestyoutubernonegraternumber1]

Those types are jerkoffs. “cnc is not real woodworking!” - they are jerkoffs. I bet they use table saws & drill/drivers though. A machine is a machine. As you may well already know, CNC is not a push button turnkey thing. It is harder than pushing a board through a saw. CNC does not woodwork for us. It is a tool & it only does what we are capable of telling it to do. It only does what the operator can program it to do. Those people are too stupid to use one. We will leave them in the dust.

[@3RRORCU8E]

@@bestyoutubernonegraternumber1 y’all are simps

[@sdoc3]

True that, do whatever you like. All those "true" woodworkers are probably not woodworkers at all.

[@NaNaTT549]

@@bestyoutubernonegraternumber1 Maybe I missed it, but I haven't heard him claim to be a "woodworker". I always thought of him as a "builder". The name of the channel is "Jonny Builds not Jonny the

[@tonydavis6487]

I've been woodworking for around 15yrs. I enjoy watching all different kinds of techniques. Whether it's all by hand tools, all by machines, CNC or a mix of all of them. To me, it's the end product that shows what type of woodworking you are. The mistakes part, it's nice to show that stuff. Again, EVERY woodworker and EVERY piece has "mistakes", what makes a great woodworker is someone who, like you said...Doesn't give up and makes it unnoticeable to the average person. Great work!!

[@mimi2the4]

I love that you let us see the fubars! I think you explained the good, bad, and ugly in such a way that other folks could avoid the same. Thanks for sharing

[@sureshot311]

After filling out the survey, I would say this is a masterclass. On how to pivot and roll with the design of a project as you need to. Fantastic work. It turned out beautiful.

[@vladeckk21]

Beautiful cabinet! As a non-woodworker, I love seeing the problem solving and attention to detail - it inspires me to be bolder trying things in general!

[@scottperezfox]

I don't know anything about the controversy of different manufacturers who are talking trash about woodworkers, but at 22:03 he says "you'll never see them in my shop again" then cuts to a TotalBoat container and mentions Rubio, followed by a shot of Minwax paste wax ... so I'm guessing it's not one of them.

[@yesnt5797]

I think it’s Odie’s oil

[@nickr8337]

@@yesnt5797 do you have the article by any chance?

[@knottylaser4290]

I took the survey. I am a laser artist & own a cnc. I watch you hoping to gain confidence to use it. I love that you show the struggles of the thought process to the creation of the project. I like that you can re-evaluate & correct it. The finished project turned out great. Walnut is one of my favorites.

[@EduardoKolomaJr]

I took the survey. I was really looking forward to see how the brass inlays would have come out. The white epoxy still looks amazing, keeping in line with some of your recent build. Love it.

[@TheWolfster001]

Nice build.. Loved it.. I am a retired Master carpenter.. I care less what "purists" say real carpentry is.. I learned from an Amish carpenter when I was about 10 through 17 years old, I can work just with primitive hand tools or work in my full modern equipped shop with all the cool toy's even a couple CNC's and 3D printer, I found out long ago, Your skill comes from your knowledge of the wood's you use and how they move with changing of the seasons (expand & contract) any tool is just an extension of the craftsman.. I can make a cabinet (just for example) only hand tools (no power) and build one with power then build one using high tech CNC's.. and you will not be able to tell what one was built with what method, so that being said, if you want to take 2 weeks to build something that you can also build in a few hours with tech, that is up to you as the builder (craftsman) I use a combination of all 3.. Since bad health forced me to stop working full time.. I only build special pieces for friends, family or a client who wants a quality product.. Sorry my comment was so long winded.. Point is the hell with what others think.. I see you are extremally skilled & talented.. Thank you for sharing.. Just keep doing what you are doing, as long as you stand back and love what you made, that is all that matters... Be Blessed and have a awesome day..

[@JonnyBuilds]

I love this so much. Thanks for sharing!

[@kylewilson3986]

I completed the survey. I also appreciated the fact that you didn't try to hide the mistakes and took the time to highlight them: Knowledge comes from experience and experience comes from mistakes. With that said, a little perseverance always helps a person out.

[@ArmyVet76]

I completed the survey. Beautiful build and thanks for sharing the mistakes made and how you fixed them. I always tell my kids if you’re not making mistakes you’re not trying. Without failure there is no success and Lord knows I make a lot of mistakes in my projects but I have fun figuring out how to fix those problems. God bless and keep having fun.

[@stevesclocks]

I took the survey. The cabinet turned out great. Everything was explained clearly and at just the right pace. I like how you show what worked good and also the parts that needed to be re-done.

[@igoslomo]

Listen. I don’t read the comments. I just watch your fabulous videos. The only reason I even know there are haters is that you tell me. Quit telling me.😀 Ignore the haters, the elite woodworkers and the know it alls. You know what you are? Really creative! And you show your mistakes and problem solving which I really appreciate. Or to put another way, you do you boo!

[@nicholascamma1586]

What an incredible build. I find it most impressive that you are able to make such a complex 3D design of the build and then act on it! Wow! And as a huge vinyl fan, I love the style you put on it with those doors and inlay!

[@tvonhon]

This is an absolutely stunning piece of furniture. As others mentioned, I appreciate seeing the mistakes. I also sincerely appreciate your use of the CNC. A true woodworker knows how to use the tools available!!

[@hobbyisthiatt]

I completed the survey! If I only saw the finished work of what you do in this channel I would think, “Oh I could never do that” however you do a great job conveying the process of how things can be done and how to work with mistakes and complications, which I believe is the true test of woodworking. Keep up the great work, coming from a friend here in Oklahoma!

[@120DEA]

I took the survey. Jonny, man, I am really glad I found your channel. Your transparency, honesty, willingness to show us how to learn from your mistakes, your humor (whether direct or implied lol), and your calling-out of the jerks have really been awesome! ...as well as your skills, experience, and expertise! Thanks for just being you and for teaching us while you learn!!

[@JonnyBuilds]

I appreciate that!

[@alexcurmi7412]

I’d love a guide on how you did the finish, it looks incredible. All of the Rubio monocoat finishes I’ve seen end up looking shiny and make the wood lose its natural look, but I love the way yours ended up! Nice work

[@kathleendrummond1360]

I do agree that the white looks so great. The brass has been done to death. I have only been watching your channel for a little bit, but you are so far, my favorite for building pieces from scratch. love from Florida

[@davidchayka4241]

I quite enjoy your process. I enjoy the fact that you show/explain everything and not afraid to implement mistakes. Forget the haters. Woodworking is what you make it. I completed the survey and hope it helps you gather data.

[@joewelch3781]

Thank you for allowing me to do the survey. After seeing that record cabinet you made, I am not sure my skills would ever get me that far. That does not mean I would not try. I love when things are built out of wood and not pressed wood, or particle board.

[@dajc1990]

Great project! Not my personal taste for my own home, but I love the design! It's a shame people give you grief over using the CNC. There are many other channels doing traditional joinery so it's nice seeing something different.

[@saintely475]

Anyone talking crap about someone using a concrete should learn how to program one! That machine alone takes a lot of skill to use correctly

[@chrisflavelle1200]

I took the survey and am looking forward to seeing what is available to learn. The cabinet turned out beautifully. I hope to aspire to that kind of build one day. Perhaps with a bit of help from my father, I can make it. Keep up the great work,

[@chaunrodriguez8101]

I took the survey. And I love the way the cabinet came out. The idea of using the brass inlay was cool. But the look of the white epoxy goes well with the piece. Really awesome job

[@markkoontz4054]

I took the survey. Appreciate you showing the mistakes and how you adapted and still ended up with what you had envisioned. There is always a fix!

[@daviddrover-smith7217]

So happy you we’re on John malecki the other day I found another awesome wood worker to keep givin me the inspiration to build shit. Thank you!

[@janemackie3273]

Thanks for another video learning experience! To be able to admit your shortcomings and share your achievements is a breath of fresh country air!

[@donavanmcelroy6263]

Props to you for not scratching the entire project when things went wrong the first go around! It turned out so beautiful! 👍

[@jmcnulty44]

Great video. Very nice piece of furniture. I’m currently learning how to utilize a cnc to up my furniture design/build game. I appreciate the information in this video for how you utilize cnc for jigs, inlays, cutting, etc.

[@tntcox100]

Nice work on the build Johnny, thanks for sharing your challenges that you had with the build to. Survey is done as well mate 👍

[@ModernRemade]

Absolutely beautiful work! Really nice seeing how you problem solved with such stressful cost of materials 🙌🏻

[@brucemann9576]

I watched the video to the end and was glad to take the survey. Like most of your finished products It turned oud phenomenal. I always learn from your channel, keep up the good work.

[@witatter1]

Loved the video. I do a few basic woodworking things but I really like hearing about finishes.

[@bluecurlygirl]

Awesome build Johnny. Love how it turned out. And totally agree with not being afraid of mistakes or failure. We learn our best lessons that way. Thanks for leaving all those bits in. We're all human.

[@JonnyBuilds]

Thanks 🙏

[@billdiehl156]

I took the survey! Great project. Nice to see your thought process when dealing with problems.

[@TotalBoat]

You nailed it with the design and execution!! Gorgeous build and inlay work!

[@andrewbrown8148]

Wow, that's a stunning piece~!! I've seen Carbon Method used on tool surfaces, but this is the first time I've heard of it being used on wood. Looks great~!!

[@jennao10]

I like the cnc curved strips glued up way better than the kerf bend with the veneer. It really shows the beauty of the walnut!

[@almsthndsm1]

I completed the survey, and I will say that no matter the gate you get for using a CNC for your projects, you’re a real woodworker, the pieces you make are quite stunning, and it’s even better to see things like this made by a fellow OKC resident.

[@DJ.B930]

Took the survey! This came out stunning. At first I was bummed the brass inlays didn’t work out as I I was really looking forward to it, but the white epoxy looks great! Also, I don’t understand anyone that knocks the cnc or any tools and says it’s not woodworking. People like that need to get over themselves, their opinions don’t matter anyway. I always look forward to your videos/builds, you’re extremely innovative, unique and efficient. Keep up the amazing work!

[@robthomas5827]

Great video...amazing project! I've seen so many record console projects on KZbin and this one might be at the top of the heap!

[@terriroemmich1617]

A few weeks late in watching this, so no chance at the giveaway, but beautiful job! The walnut is just beautiful, and I love the look you get when you glue layers of wood together. Some people might think it takes away from it, but I love it. AND, it shows the workmanship of the builder. Thanks Jonny for another video I could watch a few times.

[@aaronblackford981]

Awesome video. And agree that mistakes are how we learn. Hopefully with all of our digits intact. I am sure someone else has said this but heat isn’t the only thing you have to worry about cnc or router on brass, vibrations also matter. I am still trying to work through a cutting board which I have messed up many times. The routing things is my issue to figure out both vibration and blow outs. It’s a cubed design. Done messed it up and then compounded the effect with tablesaw cut on each cube. Lalala. Just sucks. Glad you have the experience and or friends to figure it out together. Woodworkers learn from each other.

[@RayMrRobert]

Fabulous finish carpentry. You are the grand cabinet maker. Love it. Thanks!

[@billstrudwick2847]

I am very impressed that not only do you admit your mistakes ( life lessons ) you also discuss them openly. You are one of the few that are willing to do this.

[@lequitahicks9076]

In not a woodworker,I just love watching casters at their best. And I feel that that is you. You got a new subscriber today. Thank you for keeping the mistakes in. We're all human and that's ok.

[@timotejgorenc2794]

Beautiful project. Love the way it turned out. And also you made a good survey.

[@karengreen49]

This piece looks beautiful with the tambour door and lovely curves. Awesome job taking on the new techniques. Thanks for sharing your challenges and perseverance to complete the job despite the hiccups. Kudos to Katie for her participation and love her suggestion about the white resin. I'm curious, how does she like the mustache? :) Keep up the great work.

[@WhiskeySquirrel]

I enjoy the different kind of technique. While I use mostly traditional tools, I would like to add a CNC like that to the shop one day. The benefits of being able to make jigs and other one offs to help bring a project together would be amazing.

[@Blazer19742002]

Love the vintage look of the record cubby. On a side note, I'm happy to see I'm not the only one that wears flip flops in their wood shop. Tfs. 🥰🥰

[@georgeefrem3184]

Congrats on the project, it turned out very nice. Regarding the delaminating issue i think that the problem wasn't from overheating but from the total boat product that you used before gluing the brass inlay. In that way the surface was already saturated and oiled resulting in the epoxy to not bond with the wood. Also a good idea could be roughly sanding the brass to ensure a better bond! Hope this helps for the nest time

[@MrDaneBrammage]

He also didn't mention degreasing the brass.

[@xtraply]

I took the survey. This is one my favorite builds that you've showcased. Great job!

[@lundebc]

Did Survey, and enjoyed this video. I like how you explain your steps, mistakes, fixes.

[@laraynekayfes5329]

This is Stunning! No need for record storage, but the Carbon Coat! I'm ordering now! Also thinking where Tambour doors might work! 😄

[@timmaggard8862]

Great piece, Love the Tambour doors. Like you, I also love Walnut and along with Red Cedar think they are the best!

[@enzprintco.8625]

Just here to say I took the survey! Absolutely love that piece! Wish I was more computer literate…would love to figure out how to use a cnc. Ran one at my old job but wasn’t there long enough to get to the design stuff. Gonna go get a foot rub now! 🦶

[@jorgearenas872]

Excellent Job Jonny...Thanks for sharing!!!

[@thisolesignguy2733]

Love those doors, it reminds me of a roll-top desk. My absolute favorite desk ever! But soooooo hard to find

[@nickedder7211]

Survey done, love your videos and always seem to pick up and learn something from them!

[@Camp2Rocker]

Fantastic and amazing video. Great work as always Johnny!

[@fiberotter]

That turned out beautifully!!! Our record collection is in giant storage tubs. We have way too many. But that is our 70's and 80's collection.

[@dwannamontriel58]

Beautiful, I love all your projects. No mater what others say keep doing what you do !!!!!

[@b3ardedbarbarian]

I completed the survey. What an awesome piece! Don't sweat the failures. That's how I've learned most things in my life

[@jakelotter9130]

I understand your frustration when things don't go according to plan. I use this excuse to get the tools I need to get the job done lol for instance on the issue you encountered with flush trimming that large of a peice, I finally pulled the trigger on a shaper, and got a 4 inch tall helical cutter head and matching ball bearing rub collar. Never an issue now 😊 you have a great peice of furniture in the end.

[@Bamcrafting]

I think for the inlays you could have cooled it with water while it was running to prevent the incident since the wood was sealed with epoxy

[@rsal8034]

Always love your videos Jonny. You explain everything very concisely and provide great video content. Great job on the record cabinet! By the way, "I took the survey." Take care.

[@joshuadumas1395]

I took the survey to help provide feedback. Thanks for all you do, your channel has taught us so much.

[@Sabre00]

Jonny I really enjoy your videos and the quirky skits are perfect. I made it to the end but will come back to the survey ( I hope future me doesn't look back with shame). I have a curved wood project I have been putting off for months and I initially went with kerf bending and that also failed miserably. There is a router bit that is supposed to cut a V-Shaped kerf which then reduces the amount of glue you have to use and also when it bends on itself adds some structural support to the adjacent cut "wedge". Seeing you pivot from the kerf bending did not instill a lot of confidence in me but I will do some testing very soon as the project is not months behind but the tambour door process did caught my eye and I will definitely try that out a little later. Keep up the good work and good luck in your future builds.

[@JonnyBuilds]

🙏🙏

[@dcblakley]

Thanks for sharing all the ups and downs of this project. Makes for better content. I took the survey.

[@rebeldrivershinysideup7364]

Done the survey......and I love watching you build different projects ..just wish I had the funds to do more with my little list of tools that I do have

[@spectralgm1406]

This looks great! I like how you pivoted and made a fantastic piece of furniture. I took the survey.

[@dysartes]

"I took the survey" - and nice dogs, Jonny. Sorry to hear about the issue with the bending of plywood and the brass inlays - both parts looked good initially.

[@TheSmugglersRoom]

I'm a month late seeing this episode, however I still wanted to jump in and comment. Jonny man, you are an inspiration and you build some dang great projects. Those that have negative shade to throw on you for using CNC, or whatever other tools they claim make you "not a woodworker" are wrong. Keep creating works of art with any or all the tools you want man. You keep us motivated! Thanks for what you do!

[@NaNaTT549]

Maybe I missed it, but I haven't heard him claim to be a "woodworker". I always thought of him as a "builder". The name of the channel is "Jonny Builds not Jonny the woodworker", right?

[@Theo_Alexakis]

Fantastic, from one fellow woodworker to another ,great job mate,truly inspirational,love your work.

[@anafitzwilliam4007]

A magnificent piece of art. Just stunning!! And the cheese board blew my mind.

[@groermaik]

Church, my brother. I've been a leatherworker since 1969. I have become almost expert at hiding my mistakes. Keep on with your keeping on.

[@MoyockScorpion]

Nice build. Love the mistakes being shown and how you adjusted to make it work without sacrificing the look. Great job! PS - I would love a CNC (don't have the space) and think people saying you are not a "wood worker" using one is stupid. Use the tools you have to create and build cool things. Thanks and have a great day!

[@RAlonDavis]

I completed the survey. I love the experimentation, keep up the good work.

[@JTWoodworks]

Cool project as always!! Tambour builds are always fun but my favorite part is seeing the mustache progression 🥸😂

[@danielh12345]

Hi Jonny! Awesome build, really enjoyed the problem solving! I'm curious, have you ever considered building your own speakers? You could match the style with your record cabinet! That technique you used to form the curves by stacking the pieces, you could do maybe use that for the cabinet if you'd want some curves. Then veneer over it? That is, if you want some more stuff for in your home haha. There are awesome kits and designs online.

[@KevinMalliaTheMaker]

I love the “No, give up Attitude”. This was an inspiring video 👍🏽

[@gavnott4563]

Love it! Wish the kerf worked out but still came out amazing

[@basementbrew]

I took the survey. Appreciate this episode, warts and all. Well done pivoting around the errors. I like the fix better than the original plan.

[@gabrielhenley592]

Yet another fantastic build, mistakes are to learn from and improve on. Took the survey, quick and well set out.

[@JonnyBuilds]

🙏🙏

[@mishawakafire]

Thanks for the reminder

[@brutalfiction]

Absolutly love this build and the small comedy at the end. Mint work man

[@petehafner1659]

Beautiful cabinet! Failure is knowledge. I'm in the process of rebuilding a ring tabletop. A foot rub REALLY!

[@st170ish]

I took the survey. Who care what they say you do as you do... your true long time subscribers will always watch your good and creative content. Thanks mate from Australia

[@MaddMaxxWoodWorks]

Done and ready! great little survey!

[@daverowe5351]

Love your channel and your projects, Mid Century especially - CNC is the progression of another tool to be used to create - keep doing what you do - haters gonna hate and technology has enabled that to become all too clear 😀

[@BigLousWorkshop]

I always go back to what Master Yoda said in The Last Jedi, “Failure the greatest teacher is” thanks for always keeping it real!!

[@jonny555ive]

I TOOK THE SURVEY. This cabinet is absolutely gorgeous, fantastic work sir 👍

[@bobtolar681]

I don’t have this kind of skill so I really appreciate seeing some who does. Very impressive.