Walnut Cabinet // How To Make A Textured Cabinet

As I considered the emotional effects of long-term social distancing, I thought about all the ways in which physical touch has been removed from our lives. That big bear hug your one friend always gives you; the casual high five after a dumb joke; the secret hand shake your kid made with their best friend. They’re all missing. This cabinet is a small reflection of the way those interactions emanate through our lives, and thus it's been titled “The Importance of Physical Touch in an Age of Digital Relationships”, or simply “Touch”. I hope you enjoy this video :)
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[@thomlipiczky9021]

I like that the inside of the back panel is shaped too. Very nice build.

[@bernicegarcia5983]

Loved the textured cabinet I can totally see it as a inspiration for a floating cabinet for a bathroom.

[@CoffeyCustomBuilds]

I did not expect the back panel to be carved as well! My pants blew completely off when you opened the door!

[@ENCurtis]

😂 glad you found it, uhh... exciting buddy 😎

[@CoffeyCustomBuilds]

@@ENCurtis How could I not?

[@ChasingTone666]

Fantastic and Oh my Gawd what are those awesome green and yellow spinning tools you used for the waves of the door. I need them. Thanks

[@Hatchmade]

That reciprocating saw cut was so smooth... almost finish ready 😁. Thanks for sharing.

[@ENCurtis]

I thought about just leaving it off the saw as a texture highlight 😂

[@kentrichardson9070]

I love the way walnut comes to life as soon as the finish hits it. Nice work,cheers

[@joemo1972]

Just found your channel in the last few weeks and I've been trying to "catch up". I have to say, when I saw the reciprocating saw come out I was reminded of the words of the late great John Wayne..."a man's got to do, what a man's got to do." Excellent work lil' brother!

[@woodworking267]

Love to see textured work can't get enough of power carving designs to establish a signature that can't really be duplicated. Thanks for the inspiration it motivates me to continue my work.

[@ENCurtis]

So glad to hear you enjoyed it! :)

[@thomaskirkpatrick4031]

I know in another video I asked you about making furniture for a living. Well now I know it's not so much about the machines or tools you have. Its refreshing to see such a beautiful, high quality piece come out of a garage workshop. That means there is hope for me yet.The door and back panel detail is amazing. I hope you don't mind, but I'm gonna steal that?

[@ENCurtis]

Please do! I’m of the opinion that ideas belong to everyone. Go make a beautiful object my man 👊

[@ericyocom7932]

The texture is simply stunning. Gorgeous cabinet, Erik. Great camera work, as well.

[@ENCurtis]

Thank you :)

[@xris785]

I love this piece, the inspiration behind the creation is spot on, it makes you want to run your finger over the lines, place your thumb in the swirl. Bravo.

[@ENCurtis]

That’s exactly the hope worn this one 😁 thank you

[@dnswoodcreations1761]

Wow I love your intensity when you work. You can tell you love what you do. Would you mind sharing where you got that rotary sanding tool you used to don this project? You are truly creative!

[@inmyimage1081]

Saw in another response that its a Saburrtooth

[@garagemonkeysan]

Whoa, love the carving on the door AND the back panel. Awesome build and video. Mahalo for sharing! : )

[@ENCurtis]

Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed it 😁

[@coreyhiggins621]

A sawsall? You freekin rock man! I love the cabinet and seeing how you lovingly created it, and hey, the Covid pandemic will affect all of mankind in so many ways for years to come. So thanks for doing your small part in reminding us of who and what we are. In this world of artificial/social media overload and turmoil, somthing as simple as a sculpted piece wood can bring one right back down to earth. Thanks for this. P.S. I may be stealing some of your technique in the future but I don't think I have the where with all to use a sawsall to bookmatch a panel!

[@terrytopliss9506]

Beautiful cabinet Eric,thanks for the video.👍👍

[@treelimb2878]

Enjoyed the video. Can you share the tool you used to texture the panels?

[@bromleyg]

Super video, love the atmosphere you create with your shots and sound. And what a totally stunning cabinet. Those textures and lines are 👌👌.

[@ENCurtis]

Thank you 😊 I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@jbb5470]

Over the top beautiful! So creative and your craftsmanship is outstanding!! Thank you for sharing. I had to subscribe :^)

[@TwoMooseDesign]

Ohhhh love that texture! I’ve always wanted to try that 👌🏼

[@ENCurtis]

Thanks man! You totally should! It’s a fun exploratory process 👍

[@TwoMooseDesign]

@@ENCurtis definitely adds a ton of character!

[@Coolride1000]

Beautiful piece. Very artistic. Love it.

[@dereksmalls6238]

Great to see you uploading again and what a beautiful piece of work to show us!

[@ENCurtis]

Thanks for sticking around during the break! 🙂

[@helderlage]

WOWOW... awsome, as always... it's a very long time since your last post... glad you're okay!

[@ENCurtis]

Yes I'm ok! Just busy. Thanks though! :)

[@FredMcIntyre]

Awesome job Erik, looks amazing! 😍👌🏻👍🏻👊🏻

[@ENCurtis]

Thanks Fred! 😁

[@julietphillips1991]

That turned out so good...it looks delicious, almost edible, thinking about chocolate!

[@ENCurtis]

Ooooh I like that! Maybe a future piece? 🤔

[@bloodsport5112]

Yeah, agree with others. Just a beautiful look, very creative...

[@ENCurtis]

Thank you 😊

[@karlviolin]

curious how you used the french curve in laying out your design, great topic, great video 😀👍👍

[@Sunny_Blue_]

Hey, just discovered your work/channel, Erik! Great you share your projects and it is really nice you take your time in these youtube videos, in my opinion you strike a great balance in the filming and editing...for a craft that is in practice seems very lengthy, but it doesn't feel longwinded nor hurried, you draw out your process cleverly, and with a variety shots it keeps an enjoyable viewing experience. Kudus from the Uk brother! Subbed.

[@ENCurtis]

Thanks my dude! Really appreciate the feedback. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@BAReeve83]

Turned out amazing! Great work

[@ENCurtis]

Thank you!

[@AlexanderLiberman-ks1mu]

Trying to learn some details here. Would you be kind enough to share what was the motivation for the hand sanding when you obviously have a RO close at hand? Also, why use an RO rather than a foam sanding block on the curves?

[@ENCurtis]

I used the RO to clean up much of it but sometimes it just needs a little extra love with the hand sanding. Allows me to be very specific with the placement and speed of my lines.

[@Will-dm7nq]

That's beautiful Eric. And the calm and quiet of your building it was exactly what I needed this morning.

[@ENCurtis]

Really glad you enjoyed it my friend 😁

[@BlackRaven-w4e]

Stunning...

[@randypowell4799]

Looks gorgeous

[@jeroom98]

Beautiful piece and nice video! I am currently looking for a good power carving tool. Which one are you using in this video?

[@PharaohsCave]

how 🪵 you shape that now? probably with the shaper? This textured front is a piece of art bro ❤

[@rippedtoady]

Awesome cabinet..!!! What tools are you use the Saburrtooth bits in..??

[@ENCurtis]

Thanks! I use a foredom rotary tool :)

[@ts_woodcrafts]

If I may ask, what was the tool you used for carving? Looked like a giant dremel, never sern anything like that

[@billguernsey6419]

Domino in a dado? I bet you wear a belt and suspenders. Your ideas are inspiring thanks.

[@sapphodesigns2377]

Gorgeous

[@ENCurtis]

Thank you 🙂

[@danielleblack1227]

Any chance you could share what dremel tool that is your using to make the design? Thank you!

[@davideschen6435]

Eric, Ihave been looking for a flex shaft carver and was wondering what brand you are using? Also where do you get your carving wheels? Hope to hear from you, Dave E.

[@ellieboa]

love this!

[@ENCurtis]

Thank you so much! 😁

[@jasonl2095]

Not going to lie, you made the wood-carving look easy. I guess your choice to use the sawzall was because you were going to carve it anyway? Why not do a long rip-cut with a (relatively cheap) hand saw?

[@ENCurtis]

You absolutely could! I just didn't have one on hand and chose to go with the sawzall instead. Frankly I was just missing my bandsaw haha

[@NirvanaWoodWorksbyJanie]

Simply gorgeous. Do you happen to have a link to the power carving tool you used? Or maybe the name so I can search for it. Thanks for sharing your craft!

[@ENCurtis]

Thank you! Yes they’re by Saburrtooth. And if you use the code CURTIS10 you’ll get 10% off throughout January 😁

[@NirvanaWoodWorksbyJanie]

Awesome... I got you. Exactly what I wanted to support you & your work. Stay safe and I hope your mom is doing well!!

[@ENCurtis]

Thanks so much 😁

[@therhyno7732]

Code still works!

[@blendraphi]

It's a w o w thing! Wow!

[@davidcahoon7666]

Please tell us the type of grinding bit/head you used.

[@careypulling1417]

I love the cabinet what tool are you using for the power carving?

[@ENCurtis]

Thank you! They’re carving burrs and cups from Saburrtooth.

[@careypulling1417]

@@ENCurtis Thank you but I’m am wondering what is the machine driving the burs?

[@ENCurtis]

@@careypulling1417 ah. That is a flex rotary shaft from harbor freight.

[@ksross08]

Looks awesome man. Can I ask what the bits were that you were using?

[@ENCurtis]

Thanks! They are from Saburrtooth. If you use the code CURTIS10 before the end of January you can get 10% off over there as well 😁

[@ksross08]

@@ENCurtis Thx dude!!! Keep up the great content and thanks for teaching the next generation. My wife is a teacher as well and I fully understand the amount of stress/work you are all under.

[@BeejPowers]

What bit is that???

[@donesry2902]

You were so much quieter in the old days.

[@deek3048]

I'm disappointed that the back of the door is not the inverted reflection of the beautiful front. It kills the surprise. The backing on the inside should also have been an inversion IMO. It looks funny with those strips covering up the sides. Yes , I'm Johnny come lately, but it's only now that I've found your channel. Surprise me!

[@donttrustnobody]

Sure would be nice if you listed the tools used for this ☹️