Making a Folding Camp Stool

On this week's show, I demonstrate how to make some really great folding camp stools. I hope you enjoy the show.
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[@michelboisseau7922]

Its the most beautiful camp stool i've seen on all internet, your tutorial is simple clear and you tooked the time to show step by step the process, but maybe the best side is that you used hardwood Wonderfull many thanks Kenny !

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

You're very welcome. I'm glad that you liked the project. These are actually used as my camping end tables in my tent. I love how they look and how they work. Thanks for tuning in to the show.

[@saramceachern579]

Thank you for letting us know the sizes of the boards, your clear step by step instructions and a way to make it even better….really great video!

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Glad that you found this video to be useful. Thanks for tuning in to the show.

[@pauldejesus9644]

this was the best video out of 10

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Glad that you liked it Paul. Thanks for tuning in to the show and for the kind words.

[@tpsooner7816]

Excellent video! Thank you!

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Glad that you liked it. Thanks for tuning in.

[@juanbanales4804]

What a wonderful video,,great job,,!!!

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Glad that you liked it Juan. Thanks for tuning in to the show.

[@thehawkc]

Awesome, I'm 68 I had a stool like this when I was in grammar school. Thanks I will be making some for my grandson , nieces and nephews.

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Sounds like you've got a bit of work ahead of you Cliff. Thanks for tuning in and good luck on your projects.

[@garrydurfey9700]

Cool project. Table beside the chair, plant stand, so many useful things for this project. Thanks!!

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

There are definitely plenty of uses Garry. Even a little portable foot stool. Thanks for tuning in and for chiming in with the suggested uses for this project.

[@davenewkirk1642]

Love the design

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Glad that you liked it Dave. Thanks for tuning in.

[@Hiluhimla]

Nice project Ken. This is something I have always wanted to try. Your simplified instructions give me the confidence to give it a try. Thanks! 🇨🇦

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Glad that the video was able to help you. Good luck on your project and thanks for tuning in.

[@barry.w.christie]

Not seen this design before, simple and elegant ... love it 👍

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Glad that you liked it Barry. Thanks for tuning in to the show.

[@randyrockwell6136]

Very nice version of a timeless project 👍🤠

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Thanks for the kind words Randy. I appreciate you tuning in to the show this week.

[@ringsend1000]

Beautiful

[@donnavogelpohl3393]

nice little quick and useful table/stool. Will probably make one or two for like you said--side tables, Am getting to old to sit on something like that for very long, would kill my ah back!!

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

My wife and I use these for end tables in our tent when we are camping and they work great. I'm like you....my back wouldn't handle sitting on one of these for too long. Thanks for tuning in Donna and for taking the time to leave your comment. Good luck on your project.

[@paulsmessyworkshop]

Kenny, lol I never thought of these as stools. I have made these (or a variation) but I always thought they were tables. Never even considered that you could sit on them. I learn something every day. They are a neat little project regardless of what you use them for..😁

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

They definitely have multiple uses Paul. Seat, side table, foot stool, end table etc. A great quick and easy afternoon project for sure. Thanks for tuning in to the show.

[@frankorona1]

Great and wonderful project!!!

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Glad that you liked it Francisco. Thank you for tuning in to the show.

[@fredyperez2888]

Excellent video and super clear instructions!

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Glad that you liked it Fredy. Thanks for tuning in to the show.

[@meawayfromhome]

Hi Kenny, a very versatile piece, well done. Thanks for sharing.

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Glad that you liked it Phillip. Thanks for tuning in.

[@TheFalconJetDriver]

What a blast from the past for me, when I first started wood working other than building two houses, a friend was a cabinet maker. He walked me through making one of these stools. That was in 1981 and I still use it two weeks ago I used this stool. Mine is a bit lose today but still functional. I sanded the dowels like you did before installing and I also used paste wax on the dowels and used 18 gauge brads to pin them in place. Thank you for show casing this build with your tutelage I will be making a new one. 😁🛫 Another outstanding show!

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Glad that I could bring back some memories and inspire you to make a new version of this project. I appreciate you tuning in this week. Thanks for chiming in with your story. I love it.

[@markduggan3451]

Great idea as always.

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Glad that you liked it Mark. Thanks for tuning in to the show this week.

[@scottmorris4914]

I have wanted to make one of these, thank you.

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Well now you have tutorial video to do it Scott. Thanks for tuning in to the show and good luck on your project.

[@michaelmarchione3408]

It is simple and easy to make. It also looks great. You could even use it for a temporary stand at Christmas to set a one time holiday plant on. When done, fold it up and put it away until next time. Enjoyed, take care!!!

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

And yet, another great use for one of these tables/stools. Thanks for tuning in Michael and for chiming in with your project suggested use. I love it.

[@brianmcgrath2565]

These are really nice, I have made a couple for TV tables using 1 x 12 pine for the top and cutting them in a circle, they sure are handy. I did have issues getting the top pieces in the correct position so they mated together. Thank you for another great project, they will be really nice around a camp fire.

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

You version of this project sounds great Brian. I love it. Thanks for tuning in and for chiming in with your version. It's very much appreciated.

[@robbiterry38]

heck yeah Kenny, nice job, might have to make some of those... keep up the good work.

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Glad that you liked it Robbi. Good luck on your project and thanks for tuning in to the show.

[@jimfromri]

Great project and video Kenny.

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Glad that you liked it Jim. Thanks for tuning in to the show.

[@KENMCCRORIE]

Thanks Kenny, good video..I see them in my future. I have a lot of cedar and a new fire pit!!

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

These would look great in cedar. I can see them more as a side table for the fire pit rather than a stool but they would still look and work great. Thanks for tuning in Ken. Good luck on your project.

[@karencrews360]

Thank you for this ,in going to make one or two

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

You're very welcome Karen. Thanks for tuning in and good luck on your project.

[@scottmorris4914]

I see a new use for my palm nailer. Will need to add an attachment, but it would hammer in those dowel rods.

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Definitely. I've never used one before but I've heard of people using them for this purpose. I hope it works out for you Scott. Thanks again for tuning in.

[@henrysara7716]

Quick and dirty but very useful to have handy.

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

They are definitely handy and they take up next to no room when packing the truck for camping. Thanks for tuning in to the show.

[@davidcochran934]

Great video. I tried making a stool following your tutorial but evidently my forester bit and dowel are not quite the same. I had too much play in the joint.

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Chances are your dowels are the culprit. I would suggest getting new dowels and replacing them smaller diameter ones. Good luck with your project. Thanks for tuning in David.

[@franktaylor38]

Love this tutorial. I'm going to make one for the shop, and a couple for my buddy who's working on a small camper trailer over the winter. I've watched it three times now, but haven't caught the size of the two boards for the seat. I'm assuming 3/4" thick, but what are the other two dimensions?

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Starting at 1:45 a state the size of the seats. They are 3/4" thick and measure 4-1/2"X12". I hope this helps. Good luck on your build and thanks for tuning in to the show.

[@colleenconrade3156]

Cool 😎

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Glad that you liked it. Thanks for tuning in Colleen.

[@mattwlane]

Great clear video! Also, where did you get your measuring tools? I might need to pick this up! Thanks!

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

I think you are referring to my INCRA T-rule. They are available at most woodworking suppliers or directly from incra.com. I hope this helps. Thanks for tuning in.

[@lesterjohn1863]

Great

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Glad that you liked it Lester. Thanks for tuning in to the show.

[@georgewilmore7599]

A week late I could have made some for the clubs craft sale. There is always next year.

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

You will have plenty of time to make them now without being rushed. Good luck with your builds George. Thanks for tuning in.

[@everettefox3793]

Where did you get your measure tools

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

I am assuming that you mean my T-rule. They are made by INCRA and you can get them at most woodworking suppliers. I got mine at Lee Valley Tools. I hope this helps. Thanks for tuning in to the show.

[@user-mx6wj7tx9m]

Any design measurements

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

All the measurements you need are stated during the show. Thanks for tuning in.