Michael Alm of AlmFab: Custom Woodworking to Content Creation

Join Michael Alm, a skilled sculptor, designer, and maker on his journey from woodworking to full-time content creator.
Michael started AlmFab in 2014 as a design/build company. Initially working with clients to create custom furniture, he produced his first KZbin video in 2017 to promote his business. Discovering a passion for video production and the sharing of knowledge, Michael's channel has since exploded to over half a million subscribers!
Michael Alm’s mission is to share his expertise and inspire fellow woodworkers to elevate their craft.
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[@MichaelAlm]

Dude, Justin thank you so much! This video is amazing!! Nice to have you out to Seattle.

[@CallMeMabie]

Nah, man. Thank YOU! I appreciate you giving me the opportunity to create this piece

[@RoxaneJ14]

24:06 "I will work with my hands until they break" is such a perfect way to express how so many of us are feeling about making stuff. There definitely is poetry in fine craftsmanship and Michel is for sure one of these "hand poets" I'd love to see Chris Salamone and Paks Makes next!

[@BearCreekWoodworking]

Michael’s journey is so interesting and inspiring! 😃👊

[@davebauerart]

Love seeing the variety and creativity in Michael’s work!

[@WoodworkJourney]

I love these videos so much. Michael Alm always seems like a really nice relaxed fella

[@jcsrst]

Really enjoying your channel for the glimpse into the lives of some of my favorite makers on KZbin! You're doing such an excellent job!

[@CallMeMabie]

Thank you so much for the compliment! Many more to come!

[@brokenbarbespoke]

I really enjoy watching Michael's work. He's one of my biggest inspirations for trying new things and chasing those niche pieces for my house. Watching him make a sewing desk, that light figure with all the brass, all his patterned plywood bowls now, and even that custom step stool drawer... His work reminds me that when I find a problem, I can develop a great solution that fits me.

[@lagartijoazul75]

The Maker Community: The most beautiful people and the best of KZbin.

[@CallMeMabie]

I completely agree. What an incredible group. Thanks for watching!

[@Andi.Mitchell.Designs]

I love Michael’s channel, his work, his personality and creativity. One of the only people that appear genuine in this world of thumbnail clickbait and plastic surgery. Thank you for highlighting him justin!

[@Zamboni-0805]

This channel deserves many many more subs!

[@GeeksWoodShop]

Thank you Justin for capturing Michael's story, always great to see another interesting profile and some bts. Michael, you are a rock star, keep going and good luck!!

[@CallMeMabie]

I appreciate you watching! Thanks for the comment!

[@eightyonemoments]

Love watching what you do Michael all the way from Cape Town South Africa. Keep doing what you do bud. Thank you.

[@rulowth4815]

That rabbit its just insane, michael its just so stupid talented

[@margeryk000]

Great video! It took me an embarrassing long time to connect the dots that this is the guy who came to stay in Michael's barely finished house a few weeks back. : ) Love the crossover content, and have subbed to Mabie's channel now. Keep up the great work!

[@tereg5]

What a great artist.

[@slowwoodshop]

Truly talented guy

[@thesplinteredfinger]

I’ve always been a fan of Michael Alm, thanks for including him in your Maker video series. Who knows, if I keep this up, maybe one day I’ll have the opportunity to be filmed by Justin! You did another great job Justin! Where does it end with you, you keep pounding out such great work, don’t stop we all love your work!

[@CallMeMabie]

This is all such a great compliment to receive! And yes, it was well overdue to create an episode on Mr. Alm here. Thank you so much for watching! Plenty more to come

[@LiftRanger]

Mabie, Thank you for all of these woodworking maker videos. I've enjoyed everyone of them. Your treatment of the interviews and editing give us an honest look into each makers humanity, personality, likes...it's like sitting down and talking to them personally. Again, thank you.

[@CallMeMabie]

What a huge compliment! Thanks so much for taking the time to watch them!

[@DudeSawdust]

My ac went out today and I’m miserable in 115 degree heat in central California. Your video made today tolerable and bearable. Thanks!

[@LonghornWorkshop]

Michael is an inspiration, did my first pattern plywood a couple years back and really enjoyed the process.

[@grant3226]

Great series, thanks for interviewing the community of creators

[@CallMeMabie]

I appreciate you watching!

[@dannielfriedrichsen7226]

Well done. It's always fun to learn more about the makers that I watch. Waiting for the next one...

[@CallMeMabie]

Awesome! Thank you for watching and there are plenty more to come!

[@Rufio1975]

This video got me to subscribe to his channel. Great videos. Keep making them!

[@user-vr8gd7eq9s]

m539 restorations !!!! (not a woodworker but would be right up your alley, I think)✌️❤️

[@AndrewSzeto]

YESSSSSSS!!!!

[@CallMeMabie]

Yours is in fact long overdue at this point

[@user-vr8gd7eq9s]

Glad to have found you thru Michael’s home renovation, very enjoyable series

[@CallMeMabie]

That’s awesome that you came over via his shoutout! Thanks so much for watching!

[@Shallowcreekwoodcraft]

Such good vibes and admirable creativity! Another great doc.

[@CallMeMabie]

Good vibes for sure! Thank you so much for watching, Ashley!

[@larrytkaczyk1572]

Next level woodwork! Adding the artistic touch really makes his projects stand out.

[@CallMeMabie]

Thanks for watching, Larry! You're the man!

[@Caasi67]

Alm's eyes in those interview parts XD. I guess that's another benefit to Seattle, you can burn one before your interview. Great video, Michael is one of my favorites!

[@deanboyd]

Another awesome video justin!! Could have done with more cat b-roll but still an amazing video! ❤

[@CallMeMabie]

I appreciate the feedback about the cat b-roll. If I'm being honest, I completely agree with you.

[@mindyhall4638]

One of my fave makers; thanks for highlighting him Justin and for what you do for the maker community!

[@CallMeMabie]

I appreciate this very much! Thanks so much for taking the time out of your day to watch

[@AtelierQube]

Great video about a great guy, I truly hope to meet in person one day. Cheers buddy! Keep inspiring us 😉

[@GETCRUNK1318]

Great video - amazing channel

[@dirtymeerkat]

Enjoyed the video and seeing Michael's work. Will have to try the pattern plywood at some point myself. Great job to you both!

[@CallMeMabie]

Thanks so much for watching!!

[@sebastienboisvert8561]

His home renovation led me to your channel and I am glad that you are taking the time to show us the behind persona of my favorite makers. I hope that your channel keeps growing and that with your help I can find other creators.

[@CallMeMabie]

Thank you very much for this comment. I really appreciate you checking out my little series!

[@Kernowwoods]

I really enjoy your channel dude 🤙

[@royunderwood7514]

Great video

[@robertberger8642]

Nice video/interview

[@jo_himself]

Do you know what's best when you missed a video? You can watch new videos twice as long and get to know new great woodworkers!

[@CallMeMabie]

Thanks for the support, my guy!! I'm so glad you've been enjoying these.

[@arianewell6252]

Bro I want to move to Washington so bad!

[@JeffFontecchio]

Great video, I love Michael work and you did an awesome job showing him! Was that the first time we have heard your voice in one of these?

[@CallMeMabie]

Thanks for the compliment! It was one of just a few times that my voice can be heard. I try to keep it geared solely towards the makers

[@FearsomeWarrior]

@25:43 Best shot.

[@CallMeMabie]

You're not wrong

[@dwwoodbuilds]

Justin, Thanks for FINALLY 😁 doing a video on Michael!! Such a down-to-earth guy and does such amazing work! Very much enjoyed the video! Thank you!

[@CallMeMabie]

It was a long time coming, right?!

[@yossid422]

Ya

[@SofiRueda-b3u]

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[@gregmize01]

How was your stay at the Remodel House?

[@CallMeMabie]

Ha! Excellent, of course!