Low Cost High Profit - Small Projects That Sell - Make Money Woodworking (Episode 3)

[@ReadySetHomesteadUSA]

Love this. In less than 60 days I’m quitting my full time corporate job and doing wood working as a means of income. I want more time with my family and more control of our future. Thanks for the videos

[@tinbjj]

Wish you good luck sir!!! 💪🙌

[@jestaboss]

Man, I hope that works out for you! Keep us updated

[@debicadude]

good luck !! thinking about that myself!

[@escapeitall1391]

Need an update!

[@jamesharte3342]

How's it going?

[@TheIvalo]

the author does like to from scratch, shaping and trimming wood from large blocks into fine finished products. kzbin.infoUgkxD-QRFQz730FJEh4f9BYSf-nkIMIC9hL_ as another reviewer mentioned, most projects require a lot of high-dollar equipment that most of us dont have the room or budget for. But, knowing how to do these things, even if we wont be able to practice the full stack project, is still great.

[@arnaldocuevas68]

Hundreds of KZbinrs that talk and talk to show you how much they know and their knowledge. Only one that talk straight to the point to teach US how to make money and that's you my man 💪. I really enjoy and appreciate EVERY SINGLE video.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Thanks so much for your kind words Arnaldo. That's why I started this channel... To honestly teach from my experiences... to help motivate and let people know that anything is possible... You may have to get creative... but it's possible. Thanks for watching!

[@cassandrahepp6445]

I don't think I've ever subscribed so quickly to a channel. I'm a new mom, and my husband and I live far from family, so I only work on days my husband is off. I've been looking for a creative outlet that would let me also make a little money and THIS just feels right. I've always loved working with my hands and can't wait to make a few of these items.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Welcome to the community! So glad to have you. You are going to love it. It’s a wonderful outlet and great side hustle if you want it to be.

[@cassandrahepp6445]

@@MatthewPeechWoodworking thank you!

[@ramonalvarado3822]

I just want to thank you, because I know you can make tons of money, selling your ideas, just like everybody else does........... thanks for giving us free hope to survive.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

No worries Ramon. Thats why I got into this. You've got this my man.

[@2453Debi]

I’m binge watching your videos.

[@samuelhardison2054]

Hi Matt, Im 66 and have worked as a residential contractor when i was in my 30's, but after having back surgery back in the mid 80's and then the economy where I lived ( Cape Hatteras N.C) went bust and the bank fore closed on two spec houses that I had up for sale, I went bankrupt. But I've never gave up the one thing thats in my blood which must be saw dust, because I still love to spend my days out in the garage building boxes and frame for my honey bees. But now that I've seen you on youtube, you have inspired me to start making things to sell, as we are presently living on just my S.S.. My wife hasn't worked for 11 years due to a medical disability. We've been fighting for her to get disability. for the last 3 years by keep getting denied. We finally got a layer so we're keeping out finger crossed. Anyway I want to thank you for helping put a spark back in my engine, Because of you I'm excited to get back into making money and hopefully selling stuff that will help with our income. You ROCK DUDE!! Sam

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

You've got this Sam! Success is a mind set... settle for no less. Go get it!

[@joshuasmith449]

The knowledge you're dropping on here is priceless!

[@boxbreaker4863]

I'm a wounded vet and can't do a regular job. I love creating with wood and hope to be able to supplement my income with your absolutely brilliant, informative, and just awesome creations and advice. I love your knowledge, passion and business insights. Keep'em comin' brother! And thank you!

[@roberthicks1612]

I am a disabled vet with narcolepsy. I can not work a regular job, but want to try something like this.

[@richardmccann4815]

@@roberthicks1612 I have been reclaiming used pallet lumber, I just saw the boards free. Short pieces are most of what I need to build almost anything! Best wishes and prayers in these hard times!

[@b.l.wilson9724]

Thank you for serving!❤ I’m a disabled vet as well and need to supplement my income. Only issue is I’m losing grip in my dominant hand because of a neck injury. I love the idea of smalls and hoping my less dominant hand can work well enough to get some things started. ❤

[@boxbreaker4863]

@@b.l.wilson9724 Keep up the good fight Brother. I hope the loss of feeling stops soon and you don't loose the use of your entire hand. I only have two fingers on my right hand but have to compensate. I hope that you will as well and be able to continue with your passion. Pro Patria, honour and strength.

[@b.l.wilson9724]

@@boxbreaker4863 thank you. 🙏🏾❤️

[@dart336]

My dad died feuding with his brother over petty nonsense and greed. Before they started feuding, my uncle recommended that my dad use his limited but practical woodworking and welding skills into being productive with our comparitive to the neighborhood larger backyard. Building upstate NY mountain style deck reclining chairs was suggested. Pre cov, rich fools were spending 400 a chair and we have a near by lumber yard. Knowing my dad he could have pumped out alot of chairs in the good weather days and saved the scraps for smalls. He would have outperform his brother's monthly side Hustles and reinvest into something useful like another house. Instead he didn't listen and died poor. Don't be like him, don't waste your skills on blind hate when you can openly spite them with productivity.

[@granjmy]

I used to know 2 ladies who bought dining tables, end tables, etc, from the Amish. Then they cut quilt patterns out of various hardwood veneers, and glued the patterns onto the furniture tops. Incredibly beautiful, unique furniture. They sold them at flea markets and craft fairs.

[@marisamayfield1024]

I stumbled across one of your videos and I'M HOOKED!!! My husband loves to play with wood and wants to learn more. You"ve totally inspired us and are grateful for kindness and sharing. Looking forward to watching more videos. Thank you.

[@leek2serious]

Thank you. I getting easily discouraged when it comes to making something from my heart and no one acknowledge it. The last part of the video is an encourager for sure for me.

[@Catherine-j8s]

So grateful! Finally found an awesome Woodworker, who has a great eye for Rustic money making ideas & creates solutions for gathering your wood for these projects. His videos will get you so motivated! 😊

[@gailjohnson3544]

Just want to take the time and see thank you for all the great ideas you have given us. Being disabled of always try to wonder what extra things can I do that wouldn't injure my back, and your projects I just perfect. Thank you for what you do and continue to do what God has bless you to do

[@algernoncalydon3430]

Worked as a temp worker for school and tore down an old playground set made of mostly 4X4's and 6X6's, redwood. Can't say how many things I've made over the years out of that redwood scrap, lined my entryway with pieces ripped down to 1/4 inch thick, made picture frames, jewelry stands, rustic miniature chests, etc.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Heck yea.

[@thecreepsxx4672]

My father in law is giving me his frame shop so he can retire. We make custom picture frames from old barn wood. He has a customer base that is reliable and keeps him happy with only doing frames. We make alot of them but have some down time usually and times can get rough. He refuses to do any of this small stuff saying it's not worth our time or effort! I was starting to make things but hes really made it seem not worth it. Your video has confirmed my suspicions and am moving full steam back into smalls tomorrow as I'm not working this week due to no orders. So thank you! Maybe I will show him part 1 and 2 aswell.

[@rbhhaner6151]

Hello from Arizona. We live off grid and have loved wood working since young kid. Now looking to supplement my s.s.d.I. income

[@dakistle]

Back in the day I tallied up all the consent forms from a tattoo shop I worked at. By far the biggest chunk of our sales were $40 shop minimums. Smalls are good for business!

[@tims6376]

I like your videos, I make wood flags signs acustic phone amplifiers cup holders serving trays and noodle boards, I see what your saying about smalls, my large 36 by 19" flags sell for 200.00 and my least expensive item is a book holder 10.00. I'm looking forward to the next craft fair.

[@donproctor3445]

I'm a deck and Porch builder in the process of building my first wood shop. I run into demo jobs a few times a year where I could keep some or all the wood I tear down. (pressure treated) With a shop, I could clean it up, joint it, plane it, re-saw it, or whatever to make stuff. I get paid to tear it down then it's sweat equity time to make it user-friendly. Plus I have all the scrap from the new construction we do. Already saving all the scrap vinyl sleeve drops for some Ideas I have.

[@Warriors_Garden_and_Workshop]

awesome video brother... I've had my custom shop going for almost 20 years, I do leather wood and metal, it didn't matter whether it was a craft show, flea market or pow-wow, the smalls made the money, I remember many weekends where I would sell $400-$500 worth of handcrafted leather roses in 2 days for $10 each, plus all the other smalls ! I actually designed and made a mini- picnic table similar to the one you showed for the squirrels, but mine held a dollar store salt and pepper shaker set that I included, I sold 2 dozen in one weekend at $15 each, and that was almost 10 years ago.... people love decorations, and useful items

[@denmanfite3156]

Focusing on lower-cost higher volume things like this is also going to let you greatly expand your market. The amount of people who would want a $1000 piece of furniture are harder to come by than how many people could drop $30 on something they thing is cute.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Exactly Denman.

[@delandbrooks3291]

And people who are going to drop $1000 aren't likely to be at a craft fair, or event like that very often.

[@michaelflores3767]

I watch your videos over and over to help inspire and get me all motivated. You're like the Tony Robins of wood workers. 👍🏽🤙🏽

[@davidpartin00]

Dude, I love your videos. I do remodel work and the materials I demo are usually destined to be burned in a pile or hauled to the dump. I live in a very rural, Gold rush area of CA built in the 1850's. I haul old lumber home with 15 layers of paint and batch all kinds of smalls out of it for one of the stores on main street. We both make money and everyone is happy. Smalls is where the money is and if you batch it right, you can listen to music in your shop all day and enjoy the work. Thanks for your videos. Seems like you live a cool lifestyle. I'm seriously considering doing this kind of stuff full time.

[@senitacustomwoodworks9878]

Good afternoon, Matt. In recent months my home restoration business has taken off again; so I am doing smaller builds in the workshop. My favorite (and most profitable) project is the garden trellis you recently remade the video on. I'm actually using pressure treated fence pickets so my build cost is less than $5! I've sold nearly 200 trellises at $25 each! The best part is that I have a free spot right next to a very busy road in my hometown to set up a sell my items on the weekends!

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Man that is sooooo awesome! And yes! I've commentented several times on using fence pickets! Actually the next video will show what I made out of fence pickets that costs less than a 2x4 and lowes sells for over $100! Congrats on the sells and way to improvise!!!

[@cattleNhay]

Irs is watching…

[@martin8829]

So you literally work for nothing… 20$ sales -5$ material leaves you 15$ to pick up the material, cut, drill, assemble + take time out of your day to sell them… assuming you do things right you have taxes coming out off your profit as well

[@rickmann5227]

@@martin8829 It seems you're missing the idea of mass production. You broke down his profit per item. It doesn't work that way. 1 trip to the store. All materials picked-up(not an extra trip, you go when you NEED to) If you have it on order, it's ready to go when you get there. At the shop is where the real time is saved. Every cut is reproduced quickly , production style. You could cut all the pieces in one shift. For all 200 trellises. A couple more shifts to produce them. That's not much work for $4000 gross profit.

[@SheriChase]

@@cattleNhay The point? As I once told a loan officer when questioned about depositing cash in my bank account when she was saying some nonsense like, "It's illegal to do that." I could not help myself, "Do not say stupid statements. What is illegal is not reporting your income. I also collect cash for my rental properties and deposit that money, too. If someone writes me a bad check, then we are on a cash basis moving forward. Check our Income Tax statements and you will see we Legally paid tax on the cast received. NOT reporting it would have been illegal since we have made money." Who cares if the IRS is reading these posts? They have to pay tax on what they earn and spend as well.

[@rob5263]

Keep up the good work bro!

[@ExplorerJust]

Interesting! I make crooks, market sticks and other kinds of sticks here in the UK. My sticks are carefully crafted entirely by hand and finished with oils. Many stick makers follow the same process. At a county show a few years ago I witnessed a stick maker displaying is beautiful selection for sale with price tags of around £150 each and he sold one - all day - and had to negotiate down on the price to get the deal. In another area of the same show on the same day was a guy with bins full of 'rough-cut' sticks; not straightened, mostly green wood, not sanded... in fact nothing more than a stick cut out of a hedge. His 'walking sticks' were advertised at just £5... and he'd sold over one hundred by lunchtime.

[@justmike1529]

I’m retired and really enjoy building smalls. All of my material is free but free wood is not always easy wood. My two sources are a fencing supply company and pallets. I make coasters ,planter boxes , wall pictures displays, and coat racks for the most part. All of my material is from torn down cedars fences and a few pallets. Free wood can require a bit of work but the character in reclaimed wood is amazing and people love it.

[@budlove4314]

Great channel. Exactly what I have been looking for. I have a cnc and thinking low cost, mass production, high quality, and affordable pricing for the masses!!! I will watching!! Thanks

[@FounderOf4]

My goodness Mr Peech - these "smalls" videos are incredible! Thank you so much for putting your time into this content.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

No worries!

[@johnkennedy1242]

At 63, I was looking for some interesting way to make additional money... just found it... thanks

[@frankmacias7013]

I just want to let you know that you motivated me 110% by watching this video. For someone that has been tinkering with woodworking I finally found my calling. Thank you for making these type of videos.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Heck yea Frank. Get to building!

[@FLEABONE]

Love your videos, I've made the wood ladders, I used mine with black S hooks and created a planter ladder. I found natural rough trim pieces that still had bark at lowes gave a very rustic feel. I became a widow at the start of the pandemic and I live with chronic pain. I wa ted to make a little money. I found power tool sets at the thrift and ordered a miter box with a saw. For a while I was using a Dollar tree saw. My son raiding my tools, burning my drill out and moving all added up to be discouraging. You've inspired me to create again.

[@kathleen9812]

Yes!!! Furniture is great to build but smalls are your bread and butter! People will drop $15 100 times before they drop $1500. My favorite scrap wood items are trays and totes. They are versatile and sell well. The blanket ladders are a hit also. Thanks for the great video!

[@MrDorf007]

4:44...I just looked up this ladder on Pottery Barn Canada and I was SHOCKED !!! $268 PLUS TAX AND SHIPPING.....we get so screwed here in the Great White North.

[@jessehardin8500]

Thanks for the vid!! I'm getting ready to tear down my privacy fence and replace it now I know what I'm going to do with all the old wood

[@daniellehaggard7401]

Those 45 angle art reminds me of quilt patterns. Awesome

[@jasonbanks5664]

Thank you, Matt. The best way I have found for me is to copy exactly what you, or someone else does. Then, I look at it and think, how can I change this to make it mine? What would I change? What would I add or take out? It seems to be easier for me to look at an actual Item (not a video or picture), to get my inspiration to make an idea mine. It takes me longer because I have to build, and then tear down, and then build again, and again. Many times, my design changes multiple times before I am done. However, what I end up with is completely mine, and I am very happy with it because I have spent the time to understand each piece intimately. It may not be the most efficient way, but it works for me. I thought this might help some others who are suffering creatively.

[@andrewmortimer3317]

Your videos always give me so many ideas I can do in my small shop. Thank you for the great content.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Great to hear Andrew! Write them down man because they are money makers!

[@bigsquidtickler9355]

I've been doing demolition for a decade.... Can't believe I never thought of saving barn wood and heritage house trim for projects like this... I've even seen slabs of live edge wood get thrown out and I never thought about doing anything with it... Till now

[@oldguss]

Seeing those candle holders reminded me of the ones I used to make using fire wood rounds I sold primarily to weddings for reception table centerpieces there is so much money in wedding peices they have unreal budgets and if it's cute and the can buy a lot they will

[@michaelthanksheroes2975]

Your a great man to help all of us watching. Thank you for all time and help Matt. Much applause 👏.

[@kennethrutledge9222]

Partner, I just want to thank you for being just simply a good dude!! And I don't give that sentiment to just anybody! I've watched you give of your time and knowledge to help us less knowledgeable and I truly thank you!! I know the more subs and likes you get the better for you and you should get more!!! I haven't built any thing yet but I'm buying material today for the small concealment shelf and I know my family will love it !! I will love it!!! You'll be blessed for giving!!

[@badomen_]

Wasn't what I was getting into but 2 videos was enough to get me subscribed, literal gold mine of ideas and tips !

[@Knotheads99]

Just started following you. Love how you explain that a person doesn't have spend a fortune making things. Looking at woodworking as a supplement for my other crafts at shows. Trying to offer a variety.

[@liammeinema9579]

Something I like making is beer bottle opener boards because it’s essentially just a 1x8 with a cast iron opener from Amazon

[@tomtommy7900]

Genius....Im not into wood working but install windows for a living so definitely work with it. Love how guys like you don't mind talking about these ideas. You got a new sub

[@dennisg11348]

Great ideas and examples. I hope crafters see this; they are missing out if they don't. Thank you

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

I hope so too... We are all artist in our own way.

[@wes.peacock]

Thank you for what you do. You are changing my life. The taste of the first dollars is so so sweet. I will put it in a jar and get a miter saw.

[@williamdaily1715]

Wow! Just found your page. Such helpful information! I’m retired and thinking of making and selling woodwork at weekend markets, etc. Such good info and ideas from one who’s been there and done that. Thanks for the videos.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Best of luck!

[@steelsunpi]

The wall art is my main income source. I gifted one that I was experimenting with (made with ripped 2x4s and 2x6s I had salvaged), and people saw it and I had orders right away for half a dozen more. I mostly do them as commission pieces, and it's crazy how much someone will pay for a unique design that matches their decor. I'm building up a stock of various sizes and designs also to put in an art booth at a fair this summer. By the way, if you do these I've found it best to rip at about 1/2". I tried 1/4 and those tend to warp too much due to uneven drying, unless you have old dry salvage wood. The distressed look also seems to sell best. Use a combo of stains, milk paint, salt effect, and even glue crackle.

[@ronlewald9752]

Hi Matthew // thought I was gonna try day trading but you , yes you , changed my mind ... I can do this cuz I think I've got creativity ... the owls and tri candle stand blew me away ... thx and God Bless ... I'm gonna do it ...

[@masonbonner9680]

You sir just got a subscriber. It’s 1:20 in the morning and this is like the third video I’ve watched. Keep up the good videos.

[@ronclayton6157]

Matt - your videos have been the inspiration I needed to get back into the shop. Smalls are my jam!! There is something very satisfying to me to see finished product. Coasters, bottle openers, recipe book holders, Christmas card holders, candle holders, etc. and with my own twist are filling up my shelves and starting to go out to customers. I've actually made everything over the last month from scraps and material, including hardware, that I already had in the shop. Also, its great to read the comments that your community of followers post to your videos. I've grabbed some ideas about product and the business in general along the way. #gotwood #dirtywood #usedwood #smallsbutnotsmallwood #peach #choosehappy

[@edgar-j6h]

hi matt. we are in our 60's and looking to make easy smalls. love watching your videos. please keep them coming..

[@grampsoutdooradventuresdal7104]

You have an awesome, creative mind plus being inspirational. Thank you

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Wow, thank you!

[@daleeisenberger8360]

First of all I really enjoy watching your videos started getting ready for retirement maybe it will come sooner than I thought getting my work shop set up buying used equipment and hopefully be able to make what people are looking for

[@edhiestand1197]

Like the 4x4 owls, can imagine them with a small candle on the top.

[@pramod4458]

Congratulations. I'm so glad this channel is growing so well, great to see a channel get the recognition they deserve.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Thank you very much!

[@rbhhaner6151]

Hello from HEAVEN SENT HOMESTEAD. IN ARIZONA. I absolutely love the split drawer stand over your left shoulder

[@rogerwilliams6751]

Matt, I just want to thank you for your videos. On the 7th of April 2014, I was forced to make the decision to put my mother in an assisted home or shut down my fairly new business to take care of her after she was diagnosed with Dementia and Alzheimers. The obvious choice is mom comes first, and so I shut the doors to take care of mom. All the while thinking. No big deal I can go back to work anytime, being I have been in construction my entire life since the age of 14. Here it is 8 years later getting ready to turn 58 in May and reality hit and hit hard and got me thinking. I'm too damn old to start all over again from scratch. And one day as I was practicing my lines " High, welcome to Walmart" or "Would you like that Super Sized?" preparing for the very real possibility of what kind of job I will be able to get at my age while watching KZbin with an adult beverage ( Jack Daniels). One of your videos popped up and caught my attention so I watched it. And for the past few weeks, I've been checking out your videos. It never dawned on me that I have a bunch of materials leftover from jobs I've done and tools that are just sitting and collecting dust and rust and not being used. And now kicking myself in the butt for not thinking of doing this myself for the past 8 years. And chances are I probably could have had close to $500,000.00 in the bank by now working from home doing this. Thank you for saving me from the Walmart Greeters position and or bail money for when I pull some smart-ass teenager over the counter for a lesson on how to respect his elders. Again thank you, sir.

[@thefifthwave7761]

I congratulate you on your choices and demeanor .... all the best

[@rogerwilliams6751]

@@thefifthwave7761 Thank you.

[@watcherdude1330]

Oh how I wish I could get a get out of jail free card and do exactly as you explained on teaching the new disrespectful punks some manners . I fear for my kids future on how these kids are acting and not having any respect for not just the elderly but peoples property . I want to make the statement that Not all kids are bad .

[@dawn6954]

You ever think of writing? You have a way with words and drawing people in. 😂 Best of luck in the building endeavor, you should do well!

[@josephstocks7495]

Matt, this is my first video, and I'm not even 3 minutes in and I'm like this guy's got my subscription right away. You're to the point. No nonsense and you're genuine. I look forward to checking out the rest of your videos. God bless my friend.

[@matthewmcbeth4099]

That dresser behind you that's split is freaking awesome!

[@nicelydunwell5681]

Dude! Thanks! Recently got canned from an oppressive woodshop job. Scrambling to make stuff to sell the tourists on Mem day. Got stacks of scrap wood I picked out of the garbage... Got some ideas to share w/ y'all as well.

[@jenaicollins8997]

I love owls! Great idea!

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Thanks!

[@buddyboyer2274]

Man I can’t wait. I’m new and retired. Started turning bows and small things. Now I’m a lot more motivated to make the smalls your suggesting. Christmas ornaments are fun to make on the lathe bottle stoppers. Man you got me going 😂

[@MrThfknsamurai]

I literally just got done cutting down a 4x4 x16 into 1/2 in squares to make coasters. Gonna do quite a few looks

[@nothingmuch2023]

I always leave your videos feeling totally inspired and happy! Thanks for another great one!

[@lyndan438]

I so appreciate you and your videos Matthew!

[@slidecarnell2332]

I love this channel. Thank you! You are talking my passions!

[@nnn43]

I just randomly ran into this channel and I’m very excited to go through your content

[@leonardhiznay8367]

I love your straight talk. To the point / creative thinking / not just repeating the same thing over and over. Thank you for the great information.

[@cindybeck5623]

I am enjoying and learning so much from your channel - thank you!!

[@mikechester9689]

Thank you! I have been kicking around the idea of making small projects to help pay bills. These are some great ideas!

[@johntrester7277]

I randomly clicked on your video and although I am not personally into woodworking I just wanted to let you know that I found your video very informative and well done.

[@cabman86]

I made 500 wooden books out of all the scrap in my shop and found in scrap bins at remodels here. My wife is making book stacks.

[@cabman86]

With the price of plywood lately, my next door neighbor brings me his scraps.

[@trishastorm9813]

I’m hooked on your channel now. It’s going to take me a while but I will binge watch ALL your videos😉

[@richardpedley6291]

So glad I found your videos this is what I'm wanting to do

[@RickyRichardson-s2r]

Matt proud of you buddy. You are a inspiring lots of people. Keep it up brother.

[@steveraymond7277]

Weeks new to your channel, thank you for your inspiration, I recently came into a bunch of woodworking tools and machinery from a customer who’s husband died, I was doing landscape installation and demo for the past 20+ yrs and came across your channel and the equipment within the same week I love the timing because I’m done with the hard labor and the beating it has done to my body, I’m currently setting up my garage so I can start learning and I’m going to start with the small items, so thank you for the fantastic videos.

[@JeffGloverArts]

Thank you! These ideas are so inspiring! Each year I custom paint Easter eggs for the family and have made display racks as gifts, but as I near retirement, I 'll need to ramp up on the smalls from scrap for some extra cash. These are great!

[@Nyx-__]

You're wonderful thank you much for the positivity and motivation! Times are crappy but you have managed to make them better just by sharing cheer and your knowledge! #changinglives

[@jannisct]

For paint, hit your big box and local paint stores and buy their mistints. Pennies on the dollar.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Heck yea. Great tip!

[@malcolmhodgson7540]

I so appreciate you doing this to help your fellow woodworkers. I have so much spare wood in the garden that is about to become a huge profit!

[@johneaton9457]

I love these videos! I started out a few years ago after wife wanted a barn door console with sliding doors and I became addicted to wood working,. I was making consoles to try to make that big sale. I made a custom pantry size sliding barn door piece and sold for $2700, but now I am no longer chasing those big ticket items alone. I will centralize my woodworking around these "smalls" items like you said. One thing that is hard for me to wrap my head around is the concept of being one of many woodworkers and how to separate from every other wood worker out there. Maybe it just seems that way, but seems like its becoming a crowded small business idea.

[@bradmullins1215]

You are a freakin' GENIUS! I appreciate each and every video of yours I watch. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

[@kristieryal8814]

I just found you this morning and I am binging!!!!! I love your content and the fact that you put projects on here that can be made for little or no money!!!! You are ahhhhmazing! Thank you so much!

[@nickb7886]

Thank you for doing these videos. I'm looking at starting my own business and the advice you are giving is super valuable. Especially to those of us just starting out.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

No worries! Im just going off of the years of trials, failures, and success! If I can save some folks the middle part starting out maybe they will stick with this awesome trade!

[@franklinkarrass5830]

Thank you for sharing your insights and experiences with us. I try to absorb as much info as possible with each video, there is so much to learn. Your demeanor really helps get things across and I really do enjoy and look forward to each video. 👍👍

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Thanks for watching Franklin! Glad that you like it!

[@montanaelkwhisperer1744]

I make license plate birdhouses and sell them for $15. I bend the bottom into a U shape, the top one into a peak shape, and then crown staple the two wood "home plate" shaped pieces and drill the entry hole and a screw covered with rubber tubing for a perch.

[@rlm9825]

Thank you for another great video.

[@CraigularjJoeWoodworks]

This video is so helpful, I just started and really appreciate the help planning

[@JasonPeltier]

I'm digging these ideas, Matthew. Thanks! I've been making bottle openers, ones with metal inserts that are handheld, and ones that are mounted on the wall with a bin for bottle caps at the bottom. They're quick to make and easy to sell.

[@martinfallon7269]

Love these “smalls” videos. Thank you for the tips. I’ve recently done a few projects and love woodworking!!

[@ckurtz1013]

Thank you so much for your advice. I mainly sell knives & survival gear at various gun shows during the winter; and I’ve noticed that even there, while higher end knives ($200 & up) may bring people to my table to look, it’s the low to mid range knives ($30-$75) that everyone actually buys. Unfortunately no one goes to gun shows during the spring & summer, so I’m starting up a Woodcrafting business to keep things going during those slow months. And who knows, if it gets big enough I may just make it my primary business. Either way, I really appreciate the advice you give.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Yes and a valid point... Always have the "Draw". Get them in and sell them something...

[@Majesticmountainarts]

Matthew, I love watching your video's. They're very informative and much appreciated. I have been watching for the last 3-4 weeks and have put to use on making a few things and absolutely love it. I am retired (not by choice) and have all the time in the world to experiment and receive inspiration on the things that can be done. We have a lumber mill 3 Mike's from the house that throws out good scrap wood and load up every now and then and use it on many projects. I bought a planner to plan it, I cut down a 100' eastern red cedar tree on our property and have cut many slabs to dabble around with. Many thanks to your video's and informative information!

[@gshaw7252]

Thanks for the ideas. I made a few owls this afternoon, just for fun. They turned out pretty good.

[@lazio7495]

Nice video. I've been in that same rut of making large pieces of furniture and not being able to sell them for what I'm asking. My uncle suggested I make birdhouses. So I made about 30 birdhouses and bird feeders of all different styles and shapes. Painted some and left some in it's natural patina. Of course this is all old reclaimed barn wood, that's my style that's all I use for my projects. And most of the bird houses/feeders are scrap pieces left over from my large tables, shelves, bed frames etc etc. Well I parked on the side of the hwy where I always park and I sold every one of those bird houses. I mean a few people bought several at a time. I was asked to make more and they'd come back and buy them! And I sold a couple of my larger pieces to boot. so I'm focused on making smaller items like the birdhouses and some of your suggestions as well! Thanks

[@jetah50]

use the small items to sell the larger ones.

[@jameschapman6625]

Thanks for the smalls ideas I've been making big stuff and people don't want to buy what what you put into it