Bending wood into one-of-kind furniture.

So, the big question is…do you prefer curved lines over angular or straight lines? Countless studies have been done on this topic for centuries and the research unequivocally shows that people prefer curvature over rectilinear shapes as they tend to be more beautiful and calming. While visiting my good friend Paul at Copper Pig Woodworking, we were brainstorming potential project ideas that revolve around the Stadium shape that he frequently incorporates into his work. This geometric shape has such a soothing construct with so many potential applications in furniture design. We were discussing how it could be used in a larger cabinet and not just in smaller boxes that he had made numerous times over. And that’s when he pulled a sketch for a whiskey cabinet out of his back pocket that I immediately fell in love with…the shape, the design and the endless opportunities for customization of the design. Now, I don’t drink, so in my head, I just replaced the word whiskey with coffee or seltzer. But it took all of about 3 seconds and I turned to Paul and said “let’s build it.” And that’s when the 2-1/2 year journey began. Sadly, I accept full blame for that, but that’s all water near a bridge…
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[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

** If you are interested in purchasing one of these cabinets and you live in the contiguous U.S., please email me at [e-mail] for more info. Cabinet A (brass powder and epoxy door and drawer) = $4,800.00 USD. Cabinet B (carved door and drawer) = $5,200.00 USD.

[@ps3shakes123]

think i just walked by u in philly. girard & frankfurt ..

[@robertlee1977]

That's not furniture, that is art. Beautiful work.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thank you sir! Wonderful of you to say 🙏🏻

[@Copper_Pig_Woodworking]

This is my favorite type of comment and we appreciate it so much. This is really our goal, to build something using the vernacular of craft, but can illicit emotion to the point that a human being considers it more "art" than craft. Our other goal was to spend time together and enjoy each other's company. I'm happy to say both goals were achieved!

[@owlheadwoodco.3756]

I love how Keith full embraces the " It takes a village " aspect of the generous woodworking community. There was at least half a dozen separate makers that had small parts in helping the pieces of this come together. Well done!

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

😂 Indeed! And thanks for YOUR help bud! Now that I have my own drum sander, I won’t need to employ yours 😜

[@markstockton3604]

The cabinets are absolutely stunning. The detail made possible by blending your strengths really made them come to life in the end. Congratulations on an amazing build.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thank you so much, Mark! We greatly appreciate the kind words. And thanks for watching! 🙏👍

[@ivansantos5571]

I just started woodworking, and I must say I’m thankful for all you trailblazers and mentors. Thanks for sharing!

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Great to hear! Hope you enjoy it as much as I do!

[@timmills2259]

You guys really killed this one. All the details and craftsmanship truly made these priceless. Knowing that you got to build something so cool with a fiend makes it even better!

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks a lot, Tim! This was definitely one of most memorable projects!

[@rongoldberg8174]

Keith, are you aware how amazing you are? Seriously, besides being an accomplished woodworker,you videos are to; notch,expertly filmed and edited. You are a KZbin gem! Best, Ron (McLean VA)

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thank you so much, Ron! These videos are a lot of work, on top of the actual build, so that is very humbling and sincerely appreciated. 🙏👊

[@dougmcilwaine7078]

Keith, what a wonderful video. The cabinets are beautiful and it was fun watching the journey of them being built. With regards to the brass turning green when exposed to shellac, it may be that the shellac is slightly acidic in pH, and when it contacts the brass (which contains around 60% copper), it oxidizes the copper to form a copper oxide that is green. Think about the statue of Liberty which is greenish in color. Copper turns green when oxidized, and that copper oxide layer actually protects the copper from further oxidation. David Marks taught a class where he showed how to gild wooden pieces with copper or silver leaf, then apply sulfide based chemicals to the metal to form beautiful colors (called interference colors). While not exactly analogous, it is similar in that the process forms deposits on the surface of the metal which add color. Thanks so much for your wonderful videos.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Wow! Thanks so much for the knowledge drop, Doug! This is great info. And thanks so much for the kind words!

[@Copper_Pig_Woodworking]

Wow this is a really interesting possibility you raise, that sounds quite possible!!!!

[@julietmurphy8637]

I am absolutely blown away by the gorgeousness of those cabinets. Well done.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks so much, Juliet!! We greatly appreciate the kind words. Glad you enjoyed the video. 🙏😃

[@fletchro789]

Great video! You told the story of the build and didn't get too bogged down in minutiae. Great shots, good sound, good lighting!🎉🎉

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks so much for the kind words! It was difficult to piece together 2.5 years of random footage 🤣

[@TrailRat2000]

Aside from the fancy brass inlay stuff, it kind of reminds me of a wall mounted telephone cabinet my Nan had. No idea what happened to it, I just remember it was there one day and gone the next. But it was a lovely bit of wall furniture.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Oh wow, that would definitely make a cool phone cabinet!

[@brdude]

TIL, the bean is called “cloud gate”! Your videos are now educating me not only in woodworking.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

😂 it’s still “The Bean” to me 😜

[@5280Woodworking]

What a beautiful pair of stunning works of art. About the only thing I didn’t understand was when you used “sophisticated” and “whiskey” in the same sentence.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks man! Apparently high end whiskey drinkers consider themselves fancy pants. I dunno. I only drink seltzer 😂

[@colinnicol9447]

Wow. A class of its own. In the UK we have sky now owned by your Comcast/Infinity. And when it first hit our screens it had a dedicated construction/woodworking Chanel which had loads of American style shows like New Yankee Workshop, This Old House etc. unfortunately that’s all gone now and all I am left now is Gordon Ramsay, Kim Kardashian’s and Love island. So what I do now is fire your upload on to the big tv, which I did last night and just image its days gone by. And no I can’t name the Kardashian’s sisters. Keep up the great videos. And I bought a cat last week. Can’t wait to get her helping me in the workshop.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

🤣 Oh man, they nicked your building shows?!?! This is an outrage. So glad, the woodworking content on KZbin is able to fill that void and keep you from Keeping Up With the Kardashians 😜😂

[@oilcitywoodworks]

Well the 2.5 year wait was well worth it! What beautiful art you have created there. Really really love them and these are the types of items I want to build one day. I also agree on collaboration. The woodworking and creativity community is everywhere, one just has to look around and reach out. Bravo, sir. I love them.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thank you so much! We greatly appreciate the kind words. Collabs can be tricky when you live 4 hours away, but we were in no rush and the great thing is after 2.5 years, we still love the design which can't be said for a lot of things I have built in the past 😂

[@benpepin3349]

I respect the door design you chose but you guys were crazy not going with the first two. They were STUNNING

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

They are now wall art, so they didn't go to waste 😜

[@mattelias721]

@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking Skateboards, maybe?

[@moshebron2105]

@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking uh oh!!! That's a rabbit hole that leads to a City!!!!

[@cristitib7364]

Great video as always Keith! The moth is probably drooling watching this.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

🤣 I was hoping he would buy them both! 😜

[@joshmiddleton7948]

@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworkingaccording to his estimate on the price he might have to sell that rental home just to afford it!

[@jgalt1981]

I would so nervous that I would screw up doing the finish cutting and routering after doing all that work to create the curved wood. Outstanding.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Oh believe me, stress level was VERY high 😂

[@keithklein4538]

Hi Keith, Great job, great collaboration. I’m not a wizard of design, but one of the lessons I’ve learned mathematically is that harmonizing curves is not easy, whereas rectangular forms can be made to look harmonious almost by intuition alone. So I wasn’t terribly surprised that you abandoned your firs design, and settled on a more linear approach. And hexagons follow naturally from circles, so you hit on the right solution. In fact a hexagon can be constructed using just a compass and a straight edge, so it’s bound to harmonize with the semicircular ends of the stadium design. And speaking of mathematics, I guess that you used N+1 clamps, where N is the number that fit comfortably. As usual, the video production was top notch. Cheers, Keith

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks so much, Keith! And thanks for sharing your thoughts on design. Interesting! From Paul: man, we just try to make shit that looks good 😂. We just follow visual intuition which may in fact correspond to the underlying mathematics that you are referring to, but we don't conceptualize it as such a priority.

[@massiminimakes]

I remember when you started posting about working on this on IG a couple years ago. I had completely forgotten about it and hadn't even realized you never made a video about it. It definitely turned out awesome and it's always great to see how another person's design process evolves.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks very much! Obviously, there was a long period of time where I forgot about it as well 😬😂

[@skyak4493]

@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking If you decide to make an even more elaborate cabinet next time, start a barrel of whiskey at the same time. That way they will both be finished at the same time. 10 year project anyone?

[@simoncapizzi9689]

I really liked how you showed the design evolution of the door. It's cool to see how designs go from paper to reality.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks Simon! It was fun to relive the process as I was editing the footage!

[@kevinf3641]

Another great build for the books.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks Kevin! 🤙🏻😎

[@Charlee_and_Pipo]

Wow Keith. You've raised the level of that whiskey to another level. It is a wonderful work of art, which you now have to accompany with a cabinet for the conservation of cigars. Then, he would be the happiest man in the house. I hope you leave the closet at a good height, so Jerry doesn't get drunk and stop hunting mice. A hug and continue with these wonderful works of art.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks so very much for the kind words! Glad you enjoyed the build as much as we did 😺

[@iandodd7828]

The Highland Park 12 makes a beautiful accent to the overall design.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks Ian! It’s all about the details 😜

[@sgsax]

Quite the journey getting these babies together, but they turned out stunning! Been a lot of fun watching all of you work on these. Thanks for sharing!

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks so much! It's definitely been quite the journey 😂. Thanks for following along! 🙌

[@jesseelovaas]

Man that’s a beaut. Love all the design additions with the carvings and brass.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks Jessee! Super appreciate it man!

[@saturncjc]

Those look exactly like the one I never thought of or made! Truely amazing! Thank you!

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

😂 Well, you are now past Step 1. And thank you!

[@josephmiller1965]

Absolutely beautiful! Worth the wait I’d say.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks very much, Joe! 🙌

[@joseantoniovongho2766]

How did you know 200 years ago 😂😂😂😂keep it up Keith with hard work 👏

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

😂 Thank you!

[@MCsCreations]

Damn... What a beautiful work, Keith! You guys killed it! 😮 Really well done!!! Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thank you brother! Hope all is well with you! 🙌🏻

[@joelw6215]

Right now I’m building a walnut / mahogany bed frame for my 2 year old. And between building for clients and family time I have been working on it for 2 months. It’s taking up so much space but I think I’ll be finishing today. My favorite Part. Rubbing that hard wax oil. I can’t wait. Can’t wait to see another video. Good luck Keith.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Right on, Joel! Not many things more rewarding than building something for you own daughter. That's awesome. Enjoy the process!

[@Tom_Swift]

18:22 was anybody else waiting for a punch line when the labia design was chosen or just me? 😂

[@Tom_Swift]

but ultimately art imitates life. man look, man like. man want. man open. man drink. annnnnnnnd now the cabinets pregnant

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

We appreciate your candor 😂

[@julietphillips1991]

How perfect is this...let me count the ways. I don't know where to begin! I'm just smiling and thinking, "Wow!" Your Bourbon friend could put in an offer. Sell one and keep the other. What does Jerry think?

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks Juliet! Jason just built his own whiskey cabinet and whiskey table a little while back, but I'm sure he could always use more storage 🤣. Jerry has been characteristically unimpressed. 😹

[@jewdd1989]

Omg this is gorgeous!!! I love all mid century but these round whiskey cabinets are glorious

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks so much! It's so nice to spin away from MCM and do pieces like this to keep the creative blood flowing 😎

[@dmbruflo2691]

You really know how to bend the limits! Ha! Great work!

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

😂😂 It's all in a day's work. Or rather 912 days 😂

[@JKAW]

It was worth the wait, they truly are fantastic pieces. Both you and Aluminium Hog should be proud. Good luck on the sale.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

😂 Thanks so much! We are very pleased with how they came out.

[@chrisjaustin88]

Hey there I just listened to the podcast where you talked about your struggles with the video and how much effort and headache went into this. I just wanted to let you know you did a great job and I don't feel like I missed anything. The project AND the video were great!

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

I super appreciate that, Chris! Thank you! Sometimes when you are so immersed in the frustration of a project, it's hard to separate yourself and look at it objectively. 😂

[@chrisjaustin88]

@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking I get it I'm am audio engineer as my primary profession. Along with video making and woodworking its one of those things where its both a science and an art. My daily struggles include: knowing when the project is done, seeing the forrest through the trees, and being objective. Sometimes it just kelps to hear someone tell you you're doing a great job and you are. Also don't beat yourself up with comparison! I watch your peers too and I enjoy you every bit as guys like Jason and Cam. Your projects are things I'd love to tackle in some form one day. People watch Cam bc no one is going to spend $5k on a slab and stress about screwing it up. So we watch Cam to see if he will. No one is going to build a cow trough boat so we get entertained by Jason to see if he drowns. I get more substance from your videos on how to woodwork and am entertained and I learn. You've got a different niche. You're doing great man and thanks for the content.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

@@chrisjaustin88 Thanks so much for this thoughtful comment. We are our own worst critics and trying to be a perfectionist all the time can definitely hinder production...as it sounds like you are fully aware of as well 😂.

[@robert.stokes]

I absolutely loved the video Keith!!! Until you set that glass of Highland down 😂😂😂 Beyond stunning!!!!!!

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

OOps! 😂 Thanks Robert - so glad you enjoyed the video!

[@ethanozelius8785]

I cried. Amazing work.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thank you! I hope those were tears of joy! 😜😂

[@Andi.Mitchell.Designs]

I finally tuned in and checked out your podcast and I just listened to where you mentioned getting this done. It’s beautiful sir!

[@BobBrittonBespoke]

What an awesome build Keith! I love them both. You are clearly in your element when challenging yourself with difficult builds. Keep up the great work!

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

As always, thanks so much for your kind words, Bob. I greatly appreciate the support. Glad you enjoyed the build!

[@bushman4124]

a set of jewels as always

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Much appreciated. Thanks man!

[@TotalBoat]

Absolutely loved following this build journey! It truly is a stunner!

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks so much! And thank you so much for being a part of it! 🙏🏻😊

[@YourAverageYo]

Absolutely gorgeous! Loved being able to follow along with the build too!

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks so much! So glad you enjoyed the build 👍🏻

[@ScorpionBuildsWoodworking]

Oh man, those look great… I have been wanting to play with wood bending for some time now. Excellent job, well done

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks man! Hope this gives you the nudge to try some wood bending of your own!

[@ScorpionBuildsWoodworking]

@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking it certainly wet my appetite for it. I’m curious if that new laser of yours is only for engraving? Or if you can cut through 1/8 inch plywood for drawer dividers and such?

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

@@ScorpionBuildsWoodworking I've cut 3mm acrylic, 1/4" MDF and 1/4" walnut so far. I don't plan on doing a lot of engraving with it.

[@ScorpionBuildsWoodworking]

@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking nice.. I hadn’t thought about acrylic. I’m hoping to pick up myself a shapeoko CNC later this year, and then I think I’ll get either a laser or a drum sander

[@joelw6215]

This is one of my favorite videos you have done so far. I freaking love the cabinets. I can’t afford them bc I’m constantly upgrading my house but you better get 5-6k per cabinet.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks Joel! Super appreciate the kind words! Definitely one of my favorite projects to date. Cheers!

[@moshebron2105]

Keith you're gonna have to dumb us down on your next few projects. Something like a bookcase or a bed frame. After this absolutely beautifully crafted and OCD attention to detail it seems like upping your game would require something absolutely insane. And what about the next one after that??!!. You're officially not a woodworker anymore. Your something that combines art, design, innovation and craftsmanship. Congratulations on the stunning result.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

😂 Thanks Moshe! Yeah, this one definitely set the bar for which I won't be able to reach on 99% of projects moving forward.

[@moshebron2105]

@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking Don't worry we'll still be watching, you always add something that puts you above most and on par with the greats.

[@NSResponder]

Everclear is a great all-purpose thinner and solvent. Besides cleaning brushes and tools, it's also ideal for de-icing your windows in cold weather. Just mix it 1:1 with water in a spray bottle. and it will melt the ice on contact. If you use distilled water, there won't even be any residue when it dries.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Great tip! I wonder if distillers had these other uses in mind when they started making their devil's nectar...🤔🤣

[@venoofnecona3906]

Should had a cameo of Jason (Bourbon Moth) at the end drinking some

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Didn't even think of it on this one! 🤦🏼‍♂️🤣

[@greggcoulter6008]

Fantastic video and collaboration building these beautiful devil’s nectar cabinets. Great work

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

🤣 Devil's nectar indeed!! Thanks Gregg 👊🏻

[@sundancer014]

Absolutely superb workmanship by you both.I take my hat off to you.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Too kind! Thank you very much! 🙏

[@frijoli9579]

Art Deco!!! Best of both worlds

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

😬 not for me

[@pancua978]

Absolutely stunning work, Keith!

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks man! 🙌🏻

[@HarisWoodshop]

Beautiful and very well explained as always 👍👍

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks man! So glad you enjoyed the video 👍😎

[@mikebaker75]

Absolutely stunning! Great work! With the laser, I’ve found that using chipboard or 1/8-1/4” mdf as a locator template for your parts greatly reduces that final part stress.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks for the tip! The green tape actually worked really well for registration with the multi-camera imagery in the Xtool.

[@mikebaker75]

@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking very cool! I was using the 32” Universal Laser so I didn’t have a camera system.

[@StuartGrimshaw]

Stunning work chaps! Bravo!

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@joeyclutch2675]

2 videos in the same month, what a time to be alive, love the shop sounds Patreon by the way!

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks Joey! And thanks for checking out the podcast! 🤙🏻😎

[@steveferguson1232]

Absolutely stunning. Keith, this was such a great collaboration with the different skill sets and it turned out to be a work of art. The price is worth every penny, but out of my fixed income price range. I know these will be picked up by someone who will treasure it

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thank you so much for the kind words and your purchase consideration. They are greatly appreciated!

[@jamesdesmond9098]

Gorgeous furniture! Thanks ! Keith; That may well be the best " HOW TO" video I've enjoyed to date. Really enjoy your channel.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Wow, thanks James! So glad to hear you enjoyed the video 😁

[@Copper_Pig_Woodworking]

What an amazing compliment James!

[@SleeperHoundDesign]

Phenomenon job Keith. Love the incorporation of the cnc. Bend is foreign to me but it's becoming more appealing. 😂 Giddy up

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Giddy up! Bent lamination isn't as difficult as people think..much more approachable than steam bending solid wood.

[@Tobsen660]

I'm with you. Drinking whisky with ice is awful 😂

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Or at all...😂

[@user-vg5rv5uu1s]

Отличная работа. Бар супер.👍

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

🙏👍😎

[@dennisdickson8058]

Great project and video. 👍

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks a lot, Dennis! 👍🏻

[@make-somedust]

Incredible work by the team. Thanks for sharing.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks very much! Cheers!

[@AndrewR74]

Fantastic work. Thanks for sharing

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thank you for watching! Cheers!

[@167curly]

Such lovely whisky cabinets. Cheers!

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks Phil! Cheers!

[@KarelKubela]

Fantastic peace of art!

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thank you very much!

[@Copper_Pig_Woodworking]

Such a brilliant compliment

[@kyleallen6653]

This is amazing work

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Wow, thanks Kyle!! 🙌 😎

[@RochelleHasTooManyHobbies]

I was actually really surprised that you used shellac for these cabinets! Don't get me wrong, it's my favorite finish by a mile, I love it. Just hope nobody with shaky hands is ever pouring good stuff 😅 As for the shellac/epoxy issue, I'd have to look at the formulation of the epoxy to let you know for sure, so this is a guess: Epoxy doesn't react to most alcohols, so it's gotta be the shellac itself, and if you're using dewaxed shellac (which most people are) the main products left are basically resin acids which could partially redissolve the epoxy. It's definitely POSSIBLE that they tarnish whatever you used to get the brass color (these are weak acids after all), and you could test that by mixing a small amount, but my guess is more that after the epoxy is partially dissolved, it mixes with the chemicals in the shellac and discolors. You could test THAT theory by shellacing some undyed epoxy and seeing if the color gets wonky.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

The drink trays were sealed with multiple coats of N3 Ceramic coating, so spillage won't be an issue. Unfortunately, I neglected to mention that in the video. And thanks for your insight into the epoxy/brass discoloration...sounds like Paul has some experimenting to do 🤣

[@davecurda2350]

Keith I love this one looks so good 👏👏

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks Dave! Always appreciate the kind words - glad you like it!

[@shawnstroh5601]

Never subsribed to a channel so fast.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Wow! Thanks so much, Shawn. That's so great to hear! 🙌😎

[@johnnystier]

Beautiful!

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thank you! 🙏🏻🤙🏻

[@jannamarie3990]

Absolutely gorgeous 🎉❤

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@mikerussell1318]

Excellent, really enjoyed everyone's input and craftsmanship on

[@mikerussell1318]

the process of completing from beginning to end. Have a good one.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thank you kindly, Mike! We had so much fun designing and building these cabinets.

[@siraadam4343]

That is the bean… Edit: this is a masterpiece and I am extraordinarily impressed

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thank you very much!

[@DC-gy3wj]

Fabulous!!!

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thank you!

[@dignitas1980]

Customer : Clamps, please. Seller : How many? Customer : All of them.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

😂🤣👍🏻

[@dhebert111]

This comment is totally outta left field, but it was kinda jarring, so I thought I'd record it somehow. When watching the video, I learned that one guy's name is Paul. My brother's name was Paul, and he passed away last year from renal Cancer, at age 42. Every time I see a character on a show or video named Paul, I think of him, much more than before. What made this video stand out a bit more was when I heard the other guy's name, Derek... My brother's full name was, Paul Derek Hébert. Yeah, he'll be forever on my mind and in my heart, until God finds it fit to call me back home too. Thanks for the great video guy's. You made an unbelievably beautiful work of art. -Dom

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks for sharing your story, Dom. So sorry to hear about your brother and that he passed away at such a young age. If this video brought even the smallest amount of joy to you in remembrance of your brother, then it was all worth it. Be well.

[@rumahseniparlinggoman6992]

Video yg selalu menarik untuk ditonton. Educatif, inspirasi... Amazing...

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thank you! 🙏🏻🙌🏻😎

[@SAUdustBuilds]

Very cool.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks a lot! 🙌

[@chuckufarley1343]

You look EXACTLY like your Bitmoji! Also, I can tell you from personal experience that Everclear is most certainly toxic.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

That bitmoji took me hours to get just right! 😂. And yes, I suppose if used improperly, everclear is quite toxic 😜😂

[@julietmurphy8637]

Let a couple of tins of cinnamon Altoids dissolve in it and consume in moderation...

[@RobSHoglund]

Love the doors!

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks Rob! Much appreciated, bro!

[@Sewcialitecrew]

These are really nice ❤

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thank you! 😊

[@ramizism]

Love your work brother..

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks man! I really appreciate that 😎

[@patw999]

Very few cherry blossoms on the doors imho. Honestly? I like all the furniture you asked about, if it came with the booze then I would love all the furniture in the beginning.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Haha. Cheers! 😎

[@venanciofragoza1439]

I too do not consume the devils nector,amazing video!!

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Right on! And thank you!

[@Looyenss]

to bad i dont live in the US, this is a piece of art! Both!

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks so much! 🙏🏻

[@mrneilram]

Very nice mate

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@JFantin75]

A little late to the party, but this one needed to be properly watched with… a glass of whiskey on hand. And man was it worth it. I knew about these cabinets and followed the construction, but seeing the full video and the finished product was just a delight. And of course, the mind blowing attention to detail you and Paul put into it, as well as the incredible beautiful design and execution are - once again - inspiring. I wish one day I could collaborate with “someone” to get to this level of execution ;-). Congratulations buddy. You’re amazing.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

You the man, Fantin! Thanks so much! So glad you enjoyed watching the build as much as we did making it. Although, I think it took longer to build than to film the first 3 seasons of Game of Thrones 😂

[@JFantin75]

@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking sometimes it’s just what’s needed to make it a ground breaking production ;)

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

@@JFantin75 Oh goodness, let's hope not 🤣

[@FaignDaeth]

My best guess as to why the brass is turning green from exposure to shellac is that shellac contains alcohol groups (-OH) and brass is ~2/3 copper. The OH is oxidizing the brass content, giving it the patina effect you see with pure brass. I’m guessing the effect is more pronounced with the powder vs the brass rods due to the increased surface area of the powder. More to react = easier to see.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks so much for taking the time to share your insights on this. Chemistry is wild! 😂

[@screamsofthedead]

I have the firm belief you can never have too many clamps if you're a woodworker.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

That's not true! I had too many ONCE before 😂

[@alberi23]

beautiful work 🥰

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thank you so much! 😊🙏🏻

[@GoldenQ.]

I like it nice work.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@505Daniel]

Absolutely gorgeous work, and it's great seeing Paul on KZbin! I've often wished he had a channel, but I understand he's a little too busy as a scientist to mess around on KZbin.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks man! Yeah, it's unfortunate that Paul has zero interest in creating content - it takes the fun out of woodworking for him. I guess I'll just have to keep roping him into collaborations! 😜

[@Copper_Pig_Woodworking]

Finally someone who understands!!😅😂. If I made KZbin videos my production would crawl to a halt. Keith is really the genius behind all this videography and telling such a wonderful story. I much more enjoy just making things, The recording of videos and taking a pictures and editing always feels like a chore to me. With life being finite I try to prioritize what I really enjoy doing 🙂. Thanks for understanding mate

[@505Daniel]

@Copper_Pig_Woodworking yeah that makes sense. I mean, for me I love editing and recording video and audio (I'm actually an audio reporter/radio journalist/whatever for the local NPR outfit), so half the fun would be content production, and the other half the building of beautiful objects, as Eric Curtis might say. But, to each thier own. You could always go the Blacktail route and hire a videographer/editor. But that's just me wanting more good content. 😅

[@WondersWoodworking]

Amazing

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thank you!

[@davebender8901]

My only issue, is the brass... I shined too much of it during my Army days!!! HA!🤣😂🤣😇

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

😂 Understood. Thank you for service!! 🫡

[@TomCGhost]

Okay. You asked in the beginning. And yes I actually do like the bigger sets. Only because I have a bigger collection. The cabinets have wonderful detail. But are so limited to just 2 bottles, that Im sure there is a economic principle for cost vs quality vs utility and how there is a perfect balance to reach a broad market. I like the look of these cabinets, but I need something bigger to accommodate me. I would love to see an entire hutch done with similar detail.

[@Copper_Pig_Woodworking]

Totally understand that view Tom, however often for art, form comes first rather than function and these definitely prioritize that. It's for your favorite two bottles or daily drinkers, not really for storage, And of course to bring joy when you see it on the wall of your house

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Yeah, those images were merely for design reference of straight lines vs. curves, not quantity of bottle storage. Sounds like you might need a dedicated room! 😂

[@henrysara7716]

Good to see you around KJ.

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks man! Good to be back! 😁

[@pecantreedesign]

I've never considered making my own walnut plywood, how practical 😂. Seriously, that's the attention to detail I tune in for 🤜

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

Thanks man! Glad you tune in for my lunacy! 😜👊

[@pecantreedesign]

@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking always 😜

[@evanlove808]

“Water near a bridge” nice touch

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking]

😉😂

[@evanlove808]

@@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodworking slippery as an eel is a great line too, hellloooooo, la la la

[@KeithJohnsonCustomWoodwo-mr5xb]

@@evanlove808 My man! You just get me 😎