Making a Vegetabe Bin Part 1

This week's show starts a 4 part series on making a vegetable storage bin. I hope you enjoy the show. If you haven't already, please consider liking and subscribing and while you are at it, click the bell to get notifications of future episodes of the show. As always, thank you so much for tuning in. It is very much appreciated.

[@JimLambier]

For some time now, I've been thinking about building a vegetable bin. I'm really looking forward to seeing the next 3 parts. I really like the way you produce your videos. The length allows us to see many of the processes that go into making the project. I also appreciate that you aren't afraid to talk about some of the mistakes that occur during the build.

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Thanks Jim. I do get some criticism on the length of the show but I would rather have the extra length and provide extra information than to shorten the show and leave holes in the build. As far as the mistakes.....I'm only human and to show folks that I am human will hopefully give them confidence that if I can do it, they can do it. Thanks for the kind words on the show.

[@Th3_Gael]

Here I am 7 years later to say the same thing. Cracking video

[@garryr]

Nice build. I think I have some pine in my collection to give this a go. Never to long.

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Thanks for the kind words Garry. I often worry about the length of the show. Good to know that there are those who enjoy the extra length.

[@barstad-9591]

Your videos can't be too long -- you're interesting to watch and your instructions are clear and precise. Plus, I'm always looking forward to your humor. Thanks for all of your efforts on our behalf.

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

You're very welcome once again Barbara. If you keep on complimenting me like this, my head is going to swell and I will never get it into the shop again because it won't fit through the door. ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha. Thanks for tuning in.

[@barstad-9591]

That's my crafty plan, so then I can buy all of your tools! Do you have anything from Veretas?

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

I might have an item or two. LOL

[@anklebiterwoodworks2818]

Liking how it is looking thus far. Can't wait for the next installment.

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

You won't have long to wait. It will be posted next Friday, as per usual. Thanks for tuning in to the show.

[@dalewilliamson1125]

Nice job Ken, can't wait to see the finished product.

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Thanks Dale. I hope you enjoy the rest of the series.

[@WigWagWorkshop]

Has always, enjoyed your video! We been needing a potato bin for a long time, guess it's time to stop making excuses, and get into the workshop and build one. Thank You for the inspiration. -Steven

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

You're very welcome Steve. There is still 3 more parts to this series and by the end of it, you should be able to build this entire project with ease. Thanks for tuning in.

[@chadlowrance3999]

nice to hear from you again,cant believe your making this,I've been looking for plans,now i have some i trust. thanks for helping out

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Thanks for the kind words Chad. I used a set of plans for this build but I have to say that I didn't follow them. I only used them for a guideline and then added my own joinery as well as modified the build from 2 bins and a cupboard, to 3 bins. If you are interested, you can find the plans here. www.leevalley.com/en/wood/page.aspx?p=44546&cat=1,46158,44554

[@BornAgain2021]

Love this, gonna have to make this with Jason and I. I like longer videos and it helps understand what each process is. Thank you YvonneAnJason

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

You're very welcome. I would suggest getting the plans so that you have a reference other than just my show to work from. It's not necessary but it will help. Good luck on your build and if you have any questions, please don't hesitate. Thanks for tuning in to the show. I appreciate it.

[@Samberlong]

Great to have you back Kenny, hope everything is well with you. Thanks for another great video and interesting project

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Thanks Robert. Everything is going as well as can be expected. Definitely headed in the right direction and getting better every day. I hope you like the rest of the series.

[@briangriffiths937]

Nice to see you back after the Christmas break. Those corner clamps you have look very useful tools.

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Believe it or not Brian, I got those at Home Depot quite a few years ago for a fairly cheap price. I think they were about $5 each at the time. Not sure what they are now but they have come in handy many, many times in the shop. Thanks for the kind words on the show and I hope that you enjoy the rest of the series.

[@Phenrica]

Great video and spot in terms of content and length for me 👌🏻 remember you can't satisfy all the folks all the time 😉

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Glad to hear it Stephen. Thanks for tuning in and for taking the time to leave me a comment. I appreciate it. Part 2 in less than a week now.

[@robertbrunston5406]

Thanks Ken, nice to see you back again.

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Thanks Robert. It's good to be back after the Christmas and New Year's break. 2017 is going to be a good year for the show.

[@sumosprojects]

Pine is good stuff mate, yeah lots of knots & its colouration is what it is but it's a wee bit lighter than hardwood, great to watch your builds mate, cheers from Australia 👍

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Thanks for tuning in Dirk and for taking the time to leave me a comment. I usually don't work in pine but for a project like this, I thought it was the right wood to use. Glad to hear that yo are enjoying the build.

[@beederby7041]

Great video. I honestly have none of this gear but goggles and hand saw.

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Thanks for the kind words on the show Derbs. I think you would need a few more tools than just a hand saw and goggles but not too many. This project could also be done strictly with hand tools. Thanks for tuning in to the show.

[@pcorlis]

Ken, nice to see you are back at it. I noticed this is a bit different type of project on your channel, way to go. You must be doing lots better, you seem to be moving pretty well. Looking forward to the next installments and the completed cupboard. Paul / paulsmessyworkshop

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Thanks Paul. I'm feeling great these days actually. I haven't felt this good in a long time. I still have a ways to go, but I know for fact that I will get there. Thanks for the kind words on the show and for taking the time to leave a comment. Here's hoping that you enjoy the rest of the series.

[@tympt1]

Good job Ken. From the other Barry in England!

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Thanks Barry. Thanks for tuning in and for taking the time to leave me a comment on the show.

[@Pbs-xs4xk]

You earned a subscriber!

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Glad to have you aboard. I hope you enjoy the channel. Thanks for tuning in.

[@sgt_retiredcharlie4102]

I was always told that you weren't supposed to store potatoes and onions together because the onions off-gas and that would make the potatoes go bad sooner. Is this just a "Wive's Tale"?

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

I can't say for certain if it is a "wive's tale" or not but I have kept potatoes in one bin and onions in another since the day this project was finished and I have never had an issue. I hope that helps. Thanks for tuning in to the show.

[@adrianbutler2623]

Welcome back.

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Thanks Adrian.

[@ronnakeil9848]

Si really like your videos. You have great humor and a real accessible presence on camera. This video had a little too much talking for me.

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Ronna Keil Thanks for the kind words. I agree that there is a fair bit of talking in my show but you must realize that my show is a learning tool for those who are trying to improve their woodworking skills and those who are looking for an on line teacher. While a lot of the talking may not be needed for more experienced woodworkers, the newcomers to the hobby appreciate the extra commentary and teachings. Thanks for your comment. I appreciate your honesty and the fact that you took the time to post on the show. Thanks for tuning in.

[@alaskankare]

I am confused why you just didn't make it the size of thee boards you had on hand?

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

The boards I had on hand would have made it a pretty skinny vegetable bin Alaskankare and we were following the plans which called for much wider boards. Sometimes, some lamination is required to achieve the needed widths. I hope this clarifies it for you. In woodworking, there are a million different ways to make the same thing and as long as the method you choose is safe, then the method isn't necessarily wrong. Thanks for tuning in to the show.

[@davidgaleski5303]

thank you

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

You're very welcome David.

[@barryroberts6470]

Nice one Ken, looking good so far, and what are the odds of some swearing and shouting off camera with those tight fits ha ha. Also who cares if the video is long, if they are moaning then go somewhere else. If you want to see a good build being shown, then stay on here. Looking forward to Part 2. Barry (ENG)

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Thanks Barry. No swearing at all for this build so far. All is good. I am in my happy place in the shop and I don't get frustrated there very often. (yeah right) LOL

[@adrianbutler2623]

I like longer videos but have you thought of splitting them in half a and b style to keep the riffraff happy? And it could potentially double your monthly views.

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

I've never really considered splitting the videos Adrian. I have a hard enough time finding the time to edit one video, let alone two. Between my regular job, my hobbies (there are several of them) my cardiac rehab and my woodworking, I just wouldn't have the time to do even more editing. I see what you are saying about getting more views but I'm not too concerned about the views. I don't monetize the channel so I don't make a dime off of it so views aren't important to me. My main concern is making a video that will be helpful to those who wish to watch it, regardless of its length. I wouldn't necessarily call those who don't like the longer videos "riffraff". Maybe they are just busy people like me and don't necessarily have to time to sit down to a 30 minute youtube video. Thanks for the suggestion though and the support on the show's length. It's appreciated.

[@brianmerrick5664]

Does it matter what size biscuits you use?

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

In this case, no. The biscuits are basically used to align the parts for glue up and while they do add some structural integrity, the size should not matter at all. I hope this helps you out Brian. Thanks for tuning in to the show.

[@brianmerrick5664]

Thanks, for the advise it really helps. Your potato bin was made very well. Awesome!! I made bunk beds for my daughter myself.

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

You're very welcome Brian. If you have any other questions, please don't hesitate to ask.

[@brianmerrick5664]

I appreciate it. Thank you

[@brianmerrick5664]

Ken, what did you use to laminate your wood? Could i use a polyurethane finish?

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

Hi Brian, good to hear from you. To laminate the boards for this project, I used biscuits (although dowels would work as well) and just regular wood glue. In my case, it was Titebond I but any normal yellow carpenters glue would work just fine. As for the finish, yes you could use polyurethane and it would be just fine. Once the finish it dry, it is non toxic and it would be perfect to protect the wood from any moisture that might still be in the fruits or vegetables that you place in this bin. I hope this helps.

[@brianmerrick5664]

Thanks, Ken that is great information for me, so ill get a non toxic polyurethane. Thanks for your help.

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

You might have a hard time finding a non toxic polyurethane. What I meant is, although polyurethane is toxic, it is only toxic in its liquid form and once it has completely cured, it becomes non toxic simply due to the fact that you can no longer ingest it.

[@brianmerrick5664]

Ok, I understand. Thanks

[@doycebrimmage6865]

Too much monologue.

[@acutabove_woodworkings]

People learn in all different forms Doyce. Some are strictly a visual form where they only want to see pictures or video demonstrations. Others learn by verbal explanation without the visual aspect and yet there are those that learn using both visual and verbal in unison. I try to gear my show to everyone's learning technique and although I have had many people call me out and say that I talk too much, I've had way more people thank me for explaining it in a way that they could relate to and understand. I'm sorry the channel didn't offer you what you were looking for but I thank you for tuning in anyway.