Woodworking Business: How To Make Unique Items That Sell!

[@SBChevy]

Not trying to pump your ego but, I recently stumbled across your channel and I have to say that it is absolutely my favorite. Great information delivered without all of the theatrics. Just down to earth, honest information. I would rank this video as one of the best (so far … I have not watched ‘‘em all yet). Great job!

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Why Thank you S.B. Thats kinda my goal with this channel... Be straight forward and skip the fluff. Welcome aboard!

[@dantebbe]

Agreed. Your content is unusually good. And that's saying something, given how many woodworking channels there are!

[@BubuH-cq6km]

do you dump clear coat on your salad or your meat before you cut it up and fry it?

[@Jnavolis]

100% agree!

[@___bluff___]

Agreed here too 👍

[@christopherkinder506]

You're like the Bob Ross of woodworking. Thank you for introducing me to my new hobby.

[@joyglass7143]

You are one of the most inspirational person ive ever seen. Thank you so much.

[@raysandidge9967]

I came across your channel a few weeks ago. I have watched many of your videos. I have to say you have inspired me. I have always been able to do woodworking. It was the time investment of the large projects I couldn't get around. The idea of "smalls" has opened my eyes. Your style is unique in that you even show your mistakes and have fun with it. Particularly your "Craziest build". You show your mistakes and successes. Thank you for sharing and your positive energy and belief in people! Can't wait to share my builds!

[@tombatterton3255]

You are great to listen to and no cursing, love it. Thanks for the tips. Please don't change.

[@guybowers9094]

Really like the passion you have for helping others in their woodworking endeavors. Thanks for sharing

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

No worries and Ty for your kind words.

[@ferdbirdut]

Again, being outside of your box must be an amazing place. Great looking boards great ideas.

[@noellelacorte77]

That split dresser behind you is phenomenal!

[@christiantanner4363]

Thanks for keeping it simple for us new guys! I’m trying to find ideas to make small items that I can sell to build revenue to by more tools AND get me more experience. I appreciate you!

[@Goequip1]

I seriously had to start this video over a few time as I kept staring athe that split dresser in the background. That is absolutely badass!

[@tommyputnam58]

Man I wish you had more time to create videos. Really enjoy your vids.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Lol. Thanks. That’s the mad hatter.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Hopefully very soon my man.

[@joshwoodcock4790]

love it..how you just break it down they way you talk and of course your work..great job..you the man

[@codymaxfield8747]

Dude.. new to the channel. I've been doing woodworking and recently bought a laser engraver and you are such an inspiration. You do great shit. Year old videos are still inspiring people.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Welcome aboard! Thanks for all the support!

[@anthony.fsanchez1176]

Thanks for another straight up gods honest example of how a lot of these Etsy sellers can make tons of money off of not so great quality woodworking projects,I also want to thank you for using poplar on these boards,its very affordable at the moment and I plan on making some of these next weekend.Keep up the great work Matt!

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

You've got it Anthony! Yea thats what I wanted to do for this video was to take something that anyone could afford and use as few tools as possible. Just to prove a point.

[@anthony.fsanchez1176]

@@MatthewPeechWoodworking Thanks again Matt I made 2 of these over the weekend about to post em on marketplace I'll let you know how they sell .

[@YeryBytes]

Can you do a video on sealants and stains. What can be used for indoors, outdoors, contact with food and farm stock? Love the videos!

[@cathys949]

Thanks for sharing your outlook for making for selling/quick money! This would be great for high schoolers to make to save for college, or retirees as a supplement. Everyone has creativity in them whether they feel it or not. Just grab a pencil and paper and draw!

[@AmericaFirstNow]

I stopped making cutting boards for a while. I am collecting some scraps with live edge, But this takes it to another level. Thanks again. I'm new here, I'll be around for some time.

[@mackenziemill]

I really like the primitive bread board! These are huge right now. Thanks, Sandy

[@swishair]

great ideals, as you said, some people have a hard time seeing outside the box, I fall into this many times, I walk away for a couple of minutes, go back to it and it comes. Great work as always. Love the videos and your advice. please keep them coming.

[@georgeaustin1028]

Enjoying your helpful videos! 40 years construction and about to retire and do this kind of stuff.Already been in several Art Shows..I'm all in on your creativity and think outside the box approach! Thanks again!

[@thomasnorthcastle4130]

Man, I truly dig that split chest of drawers behind you!!!

[@mikedevries347]

The long "bread board" would be even more authentic to your picturing it being used to remove bread from a brick oven if you tapered the end of it like a pizza peel so it could be more easily slid under a bread loaf.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Excellent advice Mike! That would have been much more authentic looking.

[@lauramarshall6376]

I love how you think. I spent my 36-year photography career doing what no one else was doing. It's the only way, and I hope I can do that in wood working, too. I'm new and still learning, so we'll have to see what happens.

[@iridiumplain]

I carve bowls, walking sticks and candleholders freehand using Arbortech tools. Still learning techniques but the options are limitless. I've had some sales but it's something I do primarily because I love it. You already have experience doing something different so I think you'll be fine. I like freehand carving since it is fun making things that are a bit unusual and people seem to like hand carved work. I haven't been at this long but there's always new things to learn and room to grow. Hope it goes well for you!

[@justinrussell7605]

Your videos are amazing. I am going to school for Automotive Technology and I have always wanted to get into woodworking. You are awesome! Thank you so much for the inspiration, drive and knowledge to help get people like me going on the passion

[@michaelh.2284]

Another helpful video! Everyone has creativity if only they tune into it! Great inspiration and the boards look great...

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Thanks Michael! And you are 100% correct. Theres so much untapped talent out there!

[@ifollowjesus1667]

Thank you So much for teaching us how to do all this. I really appreciate it as I’m sure most of us do appreciate what you’re doing for us. God bless

[@pablobartelotte4553]

Today's price at The Home despot (not a spelling error) for a 1x12x12 pine/whiteboard is $40.98. That's just over $3.50 per foot. 10 years ago I was paying $.55 per foot. 3 years ago I was paying about $.60 per foot. We are bot making the profits we used to but it can still be a little profitable if finished right and marketed right. I found Shu Sugi ban is a great alternative to expensive finishes. All you need is a torch, a couple of stiff metal brushes, a green scrubby, and a piece of leather to burnish to a sheen.

[@smokineespitmastertips2739]

Your explanation of all this is outstanding. You're like the Morgan Freeman of woodworking.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Lol. Love me some Morgan.

[@robertmiles388]

I have been subscribed to your channel and I really enjoy that you are trying to help us get started you’re not trying to sell us tools you were actually trying to help us thanks for another great video

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

No worries Robert! I'll always be honest about any tool.

[@TWells1973]

Love your channel!! Two quick questions. What was the last clear stuff that you put on the boards? And what’s the best food grade sealant to use on other things? Thanks bud doing a great job.

[@BelleChasseHome]

Thank you for sharing and your honesty!!! Inspirational words.

[@MrTrecutter1]

Love the background music

[@n8sot]

Great info!!!!!!!!! It seems like a cutting board is a waste of our talent. but you nailed it!!!! Make it totally different and show off our talent with wood.

[@jimjohnson4178]

Keep up the good work , thanks for all your positive thoughts. You rock buddy !

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Thanks Jim! Negativity achieves nothing.

[@dalepennington610]

Nice job on the cutting “vintage” boards. I saw the stain but what did you use to seal/cover the boards? Thanks great stuff

[@christianbillings41]

I really like your channel. Your a great teacher. You've inspired me to get into the wood shop and to start creating. I've got a lot to learn but plenty of time. Thank you.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Heck yes!

[@whizzywoodworks5011]

Again awesome video! You are so right about farmhouse style furniture I’ve been selling farmhouse style furniture for a few years now. It just keeps getting better and better. So busy with farmhouse tables chairs and tv stands anything farm house.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Oh yea. Farmhouse or “country” is here to stay.

[@MrMoonFlame]

Your philosophy reminds me of something that musician Jack White once said, “you are more creative when you have less to work with.” For example, the first blues musicians used the steel wire from a broom stick to make “the Diddley bow,” a one stringed instrument. Bottom line, you don’t need a workshop full of $$ equipment to be creative/successful.

[@patriciahibbert6139]

I just LOVE THOSE 2 SHELVES above you left shoulder. Especially the one that looks like Superman ripped it into two half at the top. Now that would be a unique build. I know I would have think w-a-y way o-u-t of the box.LMAO ,But I sure would like to see a video on that shelf. But that is probably your OWN design . And TY about these videos keep rolling them out cause you make them better with time.

[@Iscontagious]

I'd love to see how you built that 9 drawer split cabnet? Jewelry box? I really enjoy your channel. Thank you

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

I think I may have a video on building the mad hatter.

[@AmericanPrideStumpGrinding]

Love the video. This is what I need to see. Great motivation for me.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Awesome! Get to it Randy! You've got this!

[@AkinAkinsanya]

I have been binge watching your videos and they are raising my confidence level like crazy! Thank you for the information. I really do like the board you made, and I have an idea to make it even cooler.

[@airforcemoose]

Super stoked to follow your vids. Thanks for sharing with the rest of us.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Welcome!! No worries!

[@awhite55grands]

Matt, Thanks very much for the videos. I agree with so many others on your skills both in craftsmanship and presenting how to’s so brilliantly. PLEASE keep ‘em coming! Quick question- the grid mat on your work table- I want one! Where? Didn’t find it in the description & haven’t heard you mention it yet, but possibly you do in a vid I haven’t seen yet. I have crafters cutting mats, but none like yours. Looks like it may specifically be designed for carpentry. I’m a 66 yo grandmother. I do everything from fine art to concrete work to modest carpentry. That blows the minds of most people. Lol My husband is so tolerant of ‘stuff’ for various projects in various stages of production. But he invariably loves the end result. I’m blessed to still be able to do all the things I love. And I’m grateful for great people like you for sharing your knowledge! Thanks so much. -Angie

[@waymakers_kid9904]

You are my hero! I have been looking for a way to earn extra money. I have wood and scraps and trees down on my property....the wheels are turning! God bless you hon!

[@busabusa5407]

You are AWESOME! !

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Thank you!

[@harryharrington3139]

What was the liquid you put on it after the stain? Is there a protective finish you put on it?

[@GrowinwithAJ]

i love old decor but i like it to beable to use it also .

[@benjaminquist2011]

Enjoy your motivation and encouragement, thank you. Good info to have! First time I am noticing the cracked dresser behind you, love that piece and want to attempt my own, both in bandsaw box and dresser form.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Thanks! And yes they are both crazy builds. The dresser has all kinds of hidden tricks.

[@w.whitman5682]

@@MatthewPeechWoodworking I as well just noticed the dresser. Do you go over it in a previous video? I scanned through but didn’t see anything. And hidden tricks?! If you didn’t share before now you have to 😄

[@mikedavis106]

Thanks for the inspiration!!!

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Any time!

[@DBNJWoodshop]

Your videos have been very helpful. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

No problem!

[@truthh8322]

So the oil you put on the burnt wood keeps the black from rubbing off on your hands?

[@Ricks2Cents]

What are you sealing the Board with?

[@connerclinkenbeard54]

Made one of these burned bread boards and it turned out awesome! My question is, when applying my finish (mineral oil and beeswax) even after 4-5 applications and it doesn’t feel like anymore oil is being absorbed I’m still getting some soot wipe off. Any way to prevent that or is that just what you’ll get with burned boards? Thanks!

[@pmhcustomcreations]

Man! Your channel give me motivation to keep going! Slowly growing but I'll get there

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Heck yes you will. You've got this!

[@St3ph3nSh1pp]

Thank you Matthew...I really enjoy your channel and the great information you share and the confidence you instill in your viewers.

[@robertjackson1407]

Thank you 😊

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

No worries!

[@yajrewop4672]

Excellent vid, thank you!

[@larrymorrison904]

Beeswax finish? After the stain, what did you use?

[@YungRekless]

What was the stuff you poured on after the cutting board was done?

[@loganhass9337]

Love the hustle!!!

[@ronobrien-j6l]

love your work

[@joejoefromwojoe]

Can you do a video on the finishing technics that work.

[@huxmetalworks7371]

Great work I totally love you work keep it up

[@justinrussell7605]

I'm binge watching your videos now while the wife and kiddo is gone lol

[@dwirtz0116]

You are an inspiration good sir! Great video!!! Keep it up! 👏👏😁👍

[@ElizabethHernandez-cm2is]

What would you recommend, if it is possible, to build this for food but also to cut the food on it?

[@ThomasKersey-q2f]

What size board did you use for the breadboard?

[@mycraftathome1]

Thanks again Matt!

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

No worries!

[@debiallen4053]

Cool, got me to thinking. Ty much

[@Xitaychin]

What coat you used for the long fired board?

[@mjhernandez4560]

Dude I really like your stuff I like your site I like the way you explain everything fantastic job keep up the good work

[@ipinchevsky]

Props to what you're doing Mathew 👏 Thanks for sharing so many cool ideas in such detail.

[@lukeslater5599]

what are you finishing the wood with please

[@tanyaipes7947]

Do you have to use hard wood or can you use cypress

[@clickster1883]

That cutting board is for display/decoration or serving only, yeah? Wouldn’t that wood stain make it unsafe for prep’ing food? Thanks!

[@rodpotts2666]

Doing a great job with the video’s. 75k congrats!

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Thanks and Thanks!!! 75k is a huge milestone for me!

[@ungratefulpeasant8085]

Thanks for sharing. I was just just experimenting with similar hatchet techniques and burning with different stains to what combinations we can get. Having fun with it just beating stuff up.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Heck yea! Thats what it takes! My shop looks like a torture chamber sometimes when Im distressing lol.

[@ungratefulpeasant8085]

@@MatthewPeechWoodworking lol, the looks I get from people are great.

[@ianmeyenberg3896]

Hey I was just wondering what you used to cover the wood that gave it that clean look finish I’m new to everything but I would like to give it all a try!

[@SmithJonny45]

The boards look great! Honest question: should you be using that finish on cutting boards (the stain not the burning)? Is that ok to eat off of? Or are these for show?

[@monicafoeller1251]

Those would have to be for show. Not all wood is food grade, nor are all stains. Love the technique, I would make sure the wood is Food grade, then seal with mineral oil or bees wax.

[@robwilliams3602]

Thanks again !

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

No worries Rob!

[@jimmybest5404]

Question what’s best stain for something that’s going to be used for food. Like bowls or the cutting boards your making

[@theaaronritter9513]

newbie trying to learn, the way you sealed them make them decoration only right?

[@MrBrewzr]

Great idea, and a great video, thanks.

[@Ricks2Cents]

I’m surprised you didn’t use a Round Over Bit with a Router vs Hand Sanding.

[@DanielRhoades4122]

Love your channel, bro. Ive been a carpenter for 20 years and I do alot of woodworking on the side. But more than that, I'm a hobby artist. I love to paint southern country art. I might have to steal a few of your ideas, lol. I have 2 questions if you have the time. What color minwax stain did you use on these cutting boards? And, what was the oil you used at the end of the build? Thanks, bro. Keep these awesome videos coming!!!

[@dalenottingham2100]

Matthew, how thick were the boards you used for this project? it looks thinner than a 2X and thicker than a 1X.

[@danierobbers9254]

Do you think this all apply to wood carving. I got a few super basic power tools slowly getting more. But just got a few carving tools now you got thinking.

[@tylercook2664]

What oils do you use to seal it and make it shine?

[@guido9578]

Great job! Thank you I like the simplicity!

[@40acrefarms90]

What sealers did you use on the boards

[@haynerbass]

What would you have finished them with if they were meant to be used as bread boards?

[@shawnr771]

Good solid information

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

Thanks as always Shawn!

[@b24fitfitnessnutrition43]

Same as many others, I’ve recently found you on KZbin. Love the info and videos. What stains are you using for most of your projects? Any one else based in the UK, what stains are you using? Tia b

[@rodneyfruhling5128]

Awesome bro

[@OverlandTrailer]

Great Info. Thanks for sharing again. Crazy.

[@MatthewPeechWoodworking]

No worries! Thanks for watching!

[@stevehicks9374]

Love you stuff brother, truly motivating

[@williamjarvis4848]

What kind of oil was used to finish these?

[@UnicornMeat512]

Tomahawk, machete and blowtorch work equally as well?

[@matthewsmade]

Loving your channel. What was the oil you used to finish. Thanks

[@tomstone2322]

What did you use for finish?