Number One Selling Project of All Time - Exactly How to Make Money and Start a Woodworking Business

[@quadsquadracingable]

As always great video!!! And as you know I love these chairs! I've paid for most of my shop with them! And have an award on my wall from building them

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

That is awesome! Thank you! And thanks for watching!

[@jasonsiebold]

Can't wait to build one of these for my wife to kick things off. I feel so blessed to have found this channel and this community.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you! That's very kind!

[@YRNUT]

James, I've been watching you a long time and I was beginning to think that you were on a hiatus with the videos... I am glad to see you posting again. I think your content is OUTSTANDING. When you make a build video or a video like this, they are always great and informative. I appreciate the content and all of your effort. Please keep it up! AJ Smith - Jax, Fl.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you very much for taking the time to write such a kind note!!

[@sigung01]

I've watched a lot of your videos because I wanted to learn how you approached different things, but in the back of my mind the whole "How can I make money woodworking, how can I market my products?" was there. You've done a fine job here and I'll be buying all of your plans as a result. Thanks!!!!

[@acerjuglans383]

I'm a cabinetmaker. I've never built a chair, but I do know it takes a lot of development to make a comfortable chair, and a wooden chair especially. I'm glad to hear you addressed the issue of getting in and out of an Adirondack chair easily, and redesigned the popular shape. Good job!

[@AndrewKleinWW]

Its a really cool design, and I appreciate the time you put into thinking through all the aspects to make it comfortable for everyone who sits in it, and buildable/profitable for every shop that wants to make it, that is not an easy thing to do.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thanks Andy!

[@lenniereagan2362]

I don’t know why I haven’t seen your videos earlier, but I am kind of bingeing on your playlist. Your work is great. You are a very good teacher and I am grateful for your encouragement and guidance. Plus, I am glad your family is working with you. Thank you for your posts and I know you are helping other beginners like me.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you!

[@joshd108]

I am a finish carpenter and handyman for a living and I’m so grateful to get all my business through word-of-mouth. Even so, my dream is to be a woodworker so I do not have to commute as much for jobs. This is the most encouraging and inspiring video I’ve seen on KZbin yet. Thank you so much, I look forward to seeing more Content

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you! I’ll definitely make more like this.

[@AM4project]

How is it going have you made some chairs?

[@andrewavellino6427]

Been loving the Adirondack/woodworking business series you've been doing the last few videos,it absolutely helps me as I'm in my first year of my woodworking business/obsession and I can use all the advice I can get. Please keep them coming James!

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Hi Andrew! That’s awesome. And thank you!

[@billgreen4592]

I just came in from my workshop where I was building one of these and saw the video. These are starting to take of for me! Thanks for offering all the plan's videos and CNC files!

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you!!

[@davidboston4574]

Great video , just ordered templates so I can start building some. Thank you!!

[@upperlaurel]

I love you videos. I also think it’s great that your daughters work in the shop with you, you must be a great dad.

[@davefundingsland9870]

I bought your plans about a year ago but still haven't built one. We took advantage of this crazy housing market and sold our home and are building a custom home. I'm hoping to be able to do this as a supplemental income. You do an exceptional job at explaining the process of the build. Thank you so much for sharing these plans with us.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you! You are very kind!

[@Tim_from_Fresno]

Great way to present your woodworking as well as inspire others to build.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you very much!

[@HappyPappynKatyTX]

I really appreciate you James and family. Transformed my pool deck and my outdoor furniture skills. Appreciated 👍👍👍

[@kevinbudke8438]

Good video James & Family. I’m looking forward to seeing more of this type of video. I’ve bought several of your plans for jigs & the adult version of the Adirondack chair. Top shelf 👍🏼 I ordered the paper templates & all of the parts are cut out of 3/4” ply. Just waiting on getting the wood now to build a set for my Daughters wedding gift. Thank you.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

That's awesome to hear! Thank you!

[@alancorr247]

They are beautiful chairs

[@scottbionicnerf8727]

Thanks for this video. I just found your channel yesterday, and I have to say this is most practical Adirondack chair plan I've ever seen. I've studied/researched at least 50 different, but all quite similar Adirondacks style chairs, and always disappointed by their lack of practicality. I'm gonna be 57yrs old soon, I can't get out of chair that sets me on the ground without a great deal of stress and strain. Young and skinny people are even challenged by the typical Adirondack design. But not your chair design. I'm going to invest in your building plans and I look forward to my 1st chair.

[@sirbiggithbrian]

I loved the way you said wheels. Very satisfying.

[@sirbiggithbrian]

I just noticed how you said "White Oak" also, that was an unexpected bonus.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thanks for watching!

[@curtisjasper8684]

Love your channel. Did your Always learning science channel get going? I check often but don’t see anything new. I love science was hoping to watch. You are a natural and very good teacher.

[@Cam-wi3tp]

I have ordered several of you plans, paper templates and the wood ones you had for awhile . I love this chair and yes, it was not hard to build even with my limited experience the chair came out beautiful. I used yellow pine construction grade and I believe the lumber was close to $200, the one I did, took some time, I didn't rush it and my shop isn't very efficiently set up. So many cheap chairs out there, makes me nervous to ask so much for them even as beautiful as they are.. I can't get redwood and cedar is very hard to get here in Florida. We have a local hardwood store and I would really like to build one out of cypress but the wood is just so expensive! Your plans are fantastic and very easy to follow!

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you Very much for taking the time to comment!

[@drb4074]

Think of it this way: How many hours did it take you to complete the project? If you sold that chair for, let's say $400. You already acknowledge that lumber alone cost you $200 (prices in Biden's America, what can you do?), and probably additional costs on hardware as well as having to possess tools to do it (those cost you money at one time). So you would still be pulling maybe 150 dollars in profit. If it took you 10 hours to build, that is 15 dollars an hour. Nothing to sneeze at, but also not exactly Rockefeller money. You need to be realistic about what time, skill, and effort you are putting in. DON'T sell yourself cheap. There are buyers for such a nice chair out there. You say it yourself, there are so many cheap garbage chairs out there that won't last more than a season or two. People get what they pay for. These chairs here, if it's properly finished, look as if they could easily stand up for decades if cared for. People that want to pay cheap, get cheap products that don't last. People that want quality that lasts are willing to pay for it. It's something artists often have to learn about. Your time and skill are assets that you must value. Because there are people that disregard your time and skill (which takes time to develop) if you allow them to undervalue you. This doesn't mean price yourself out of the market. It means don't be afraid to charge what's worth your time.

[@acerjuglans383]

@@drb4074 lol, "Biden's America" Get over yourself, lumber is expensive all across the world now.

[@DJ-fn3jm]

These are amazing and I LOVE the carriage bolts for strength.

[@bryano7410]

You answered every question I had about these without me having to ask them. Perfect. Thank you. Buying them now.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you! And thanks for watching!

[@jamescole1786]

5/18/22; thx James for explaining details of your Anorondac chairs. Your offering plans, prices, advertising suggestions, word-of'mouth techniques was most encouraging! Thanks!🛠🔧⚙👍👍👍😊

[@matthewferguson2515]

Just received my plans today! Can’t wait to build my first Adirondack chair.

[@MCsCreations]

The chair really looks sweet, James! 😃 I'm definitely going to try it some day! About the video, just keep them coming! Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@bobmoore6151]

Yes. Please keep these kind of videos coming. Often woodworkers show how to make something, and they do make a living at it. But without a frame of reference, it's hard for us amateurs/hobbyists to know what to ask for in pricing their product. What made you settle on $450 a chair? Do you use a set labor rate? Do you use materials costs with a multiplier? A combination or something else? Thanks for your videos. I've made several of the items you've done and been very happy with them. Thank you.

[@mikeATgrowintheglass]

So happy to see you back posting videos. Your content is always a must watch for me.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Hi Mike! Thank you. That’s very kind!

[@vinceplanetta8415]

I've been making and selling cedar Adirondack chairs for the last 5 years full time. It's a great business to get into. We've recently moved into a larger shop and upgraded most of our equipment including a Laguna 4x8 CNC. We are currently make 600-800 chairs each year. It takes a while to find your market but once you do the main problem you'll have is fulfilling orders.

[@jeremyhuggins8796]

Great video James! I have been subscribed to your channel for quite some time now and love your content. I really appreciate you offering these plans and giving advice about how to market the chairs. Hopefully I'll be leaving an update comment on how well the build went and the chairs sold. Thank you again. Jeremy Huggins

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you! And thanks for watching!

[@timpedzinski230]

Hi James, thanks for the videos and the great Ideas. I first found your channel a couple of years ago and ended up making the Ultimate Table Saw Sled after that. It has been a wonderful item to have around the shop. Last year I saw the chair plans when you first did the video on that and thought it would be a fun and possibly good money making project but didn't get past the thinking stage. When you rereleased the video a few weeks back I realized it could not only be a good shop project and something my family could benefit from (we could use a set of chairs). And with that in mind I bought the plans and the paper templates. I showed them to my grandson who just turned 11 and he and I are going to make the first prototypes. Once we get going we will also be getting the rocker and the kid size plans as well as the tables. Once I sell my first set I plan to as a thankyou to you also buy one of your Thor's hammers. I thought you would get another sale and I would get a great mallet. I currently have a home business cutting glass and fixing windows as I get older I am taking on less big glass projects and since I already have traffic through my shop, having sample chairs would be a good addition to my line. I made my first wood project when I was a teen with my dad.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

That's awesome! hopefully the chairs become good sellers for you! Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment!

[@labriefamilywoodworking3683]

James, really enjoy your videos, I learn more every time I watch them. Appreciate your help and advice!

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

I appreciate that!

[@benjaminh5243]

I would second this. I suspect there are quite a few people like me that learned woodworking by watching James videos on KZbin

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

@@benjaminh5243, you are very kind. Thank you.

[@thomasnourse7506]

Just ordered the chair package with templates as well as a Thor’s hammer! My kids and I are going to knock out a batch and see what we can do!!! Thanks James! Glad you are back making videos again. It’s been hard waiting!!!

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you and thanks for watching! You guys will definitely have some fun! If you ever get stuck or have questions, just reach out! I'm happy to help!

[@atrapp27]

What a great Friday surprise! Glad to hear from the King Family!

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you!

[@rjmack3790]

One of the nicest chairs I've seen yet! Well done!

[@edcrego396]

thanks man you all are the best you leave no stone unturned I have ordered and built several pieces using your plans you not only offer spot on plans you make a perfect video to show how to do it

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Hi Ed! Thank you. That’s very kind of you to say!

[@moepelletier5665]

Hi James, it's Moe from Toronto. I have recently found your channel. I absolutely love all your videos. I especially love these chairs. I would really appreciate the plans and templates.

[@gwhittaker]

Yes please, keep these coming. Just starting to to transition into full time woodworking from being a home improvement contractor for many years. Time to slow down but I want to make money too!

[@hoosierchickencoops]

Followed you and bought your chair package. Great videos buddy!

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you!

[@CheaddakerT.Snodgrass]

I bought my set of plans to support you. They look great in the shipping tube in the closet. Maybe some day I'll have time to do something. Making money making things with wood seems like a very enjoyable job.

[@andylong6589]

same

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

It’s a lot of fun for sure!!

[@ericsteff6266]

Yes I love these types of videos. I like how you describe what why and how you came up with it. Acknowledging a problem, coming up with a solution, and then letting people know and see you’ve found a resolution for said problem/opportunity. I thank you for sharing your wisdom and knowledge with the newbies such as myself. You helped build the inspiration I needed to quit my career of building and upgrading telecommunication networks for 30 years to starting a business woodworking. Sending good vibes to you and yours. I appreciate you! Thank you FYI, I post very few comments, however I was compelled to say something to let you know that even the quite, reserved and shy (on this type of platform)appreciate you and what you do to open so many doors to opportunities and successes that most people don’t even know existed for them. E

[@daveclemens4141]

Great Content. TY for Sharing Your Building Skills, Design, Knowledge and Plans.

[@christopherking2999]

I like your "hand" clamps.

[@denjhill]

Just found your channel. Really like your products as well as your video delivery style. Nice and easy, no drama, just good quality. Subscribed !

[@David-fv7zg]

I really enjoy the narrative, how you market these products, and how you price them. I would love to see an overview like this on many of the other products you have made, jewelry boxes, etc. Also, it would be interesting to see how you came up with a price for any of these items. I have often found that I either overcharge or undercharge, and rarely hit it right for consistent sales. Thanks for sharing this

[@lowcarbRD]

There's a guy in my country (UK) that makes Adirondack chairs, not as nice as yours I might add, and he ships them around the country. I believe he ships them in 2 parts with instructions to assemble. No idea how he's done that but the guy has been fully booked for the last 2 years solid!

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Wow! That's pretty interesting!

[@johnklein4558]

James I love watching your videos! Love the advice you give out on woodworking as well as the advice on pricing and how to market the chairs. EXTREMELY helpful to me. Thank you 🙏!!!

[@sethsmith1979]

James, thanks for the great video. I would love to see more content on your channel like this. I will be ordering some plans from you in the near future as I live in a very rich resort area and these are the best Adirondack chairs I’ve ever seen.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you! I hope you have some great luck selling them!

[@MrFimpster]

Thank you! I've alwaysed loved KFW , would love to see more!!!

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you!! You are very kind!!

[@Dcreed76]

This was a wonderful video! I would love ot see more of these with some rough idea of pricing the work. Appreciate the help, King's family!

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Awesome! Thank you!!

[@joeyleerobbins]

Thank you very much for this video! I love this type of content but then again I watch all the videos so there’s that. I am in dire need of front porch furniture and I will try my hand at these!

[@henryvaughn6295]

I have bought plans from another builder with all the different style chairs. The plans were "ok". But then I came across yours and the plans were much better. Plus, the style of the chair is very unique and will stand out from the Classic style that is always out there. Love these chairs and can't wait to practice during the winter months coming up and getting ready for the Spring. Now I will have two styles to offer.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@UriValdez]

Thank you for an excellent video. Im soo glad, you give tips on marketing and prices. Keep making videos like these, theyre great

[@catmandani2736]

Your furniture is beautiful and I appreciate your skill and encouragement. Please keep up the instructional videos, and feel free to include as much detail as you can. Thank you.

[@131dyana]

Thank you.

[@HGANGHONY]

Great video. As a hobbyist I really like your marketing advice. The chair is beautiful.

[@EdwardJamesKenway...]

I want to the point. Lets see how this is. Right to the point. I love it! Good video.

[@davidlangston6927]

Beautiful work. My wife has wanted me to build her a couple of these. I like your plans

[@Kman44270]

James, I enjoyed this type of " info-video" very much, a very common sense a approach to woodworking and marketing. Can't wait to see your next one.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@abbiscuit]

Nice video James. Straight to the point. I will be trying to build a couple of chairs for my patio

[@phillipdukes8319]

Beautiful craftsmanship, sound entrepreneurship advise, excellent video editing! Subscribed!

[@genebowen497]

Yes I love videos like this and you explain the stuff to where even I can understand lol, great stuff...thanks

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you. You’re very kind.

[@SawdustmakerLori]

Love your outdoor furniture and that is a great idea to put wheels on the back for ease of movement! I definitely want to make the rocker chair and kid's chair. Always enjoy your video's!!!

[@saggioculo5386]

Another awesome video. I've already purchased your plans and can't wait to build. I have tp finish painting my living room first. Great video. Thank you.

[@davidewing1779]

This was awesome and your build videos are always helpful, insightful, and even entertaining. Thanks!

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you! And thanks for watching!

[@johnmartinez9220]

Amazing video!

[@DavidHain-TX]

excellent video. thanks

[@johng3323]

Loved the explanation on how to make money with the chairs. Tks

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you!!

[@christianmore3469]

Just ordered the Adirondack package. Thank you for making the plans and templates available.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you! Feel free to reach out if you ever have any questions or need help!

[@christianmore3469]

@@KingsFineWoodworking Thank you so much

[@josephgraham1065]

I recently got these plans and templates. This will be my first project just trying to find time to attempt this. Thanks for all your great videos. You kept my sanity during Covid lockdowns.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Hi Joseph! Thank you!! I’d love to see a chair photo after you get one done!

[@tree_carcass_mangler]

Great content as always. Thanks for posting - thumbs up!

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you very much!

[@annelynn3506]

Love these videose

[@SeasquatchWoodshop]

Man, I remember watching these videos when you first dropped them years ago. I was pretty intrigued, but I've been in the midst of starting my business so I haven't had much time to experiment with the design. I've got a pile of cedar deck wood out back that will be perfect for this. Gonna try out a batch and report back. Thank you, James!

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Awesome! Let me know how it goes!

[@matt27usmc]

Great video I love learning how to market woodworking especially for people just starting out

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Awesome! Thanks for watching.

[@saiking9218]

Hey dad it works!

[@deanalbon3781]

love the video, been making cutting boards and other basic projects. I have several people wanting Adirondack chairs and I like yours the best. I'm 74 and have trouble getting out of them, so these look like the ticket

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Well, if you give them a try, I hope they work for you. Thank you!

[@wayneosteen1539]

Thanks James! This is awesome content, and as soon as I get my basic shop space finished, I plan on getting the plans and templates and starting. I'm retiring in a couple of years, and woodworking is how I'd like to fill the gap in my income.

[@billedis5482]

Your videos are very inspiring, and I appreciate your candor. Thank you

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Hi Bill, thank you!!

[@delbertalkinburgh5778]

Keep up the great work

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you! And thanks for watching!

[@TrueLoveEternal]

I really enjoy these types of videos. Very helpful. Thanks.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you!!

[@briannelson4122]

Good to hear more from you James, nice to see more videos! Hope you and the Fam are all doing good, nice to see more content!

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you! We are doing great. And have a good lineup of videos coming out.

[@briannelson4122]

@@KingsFineWoodworking Hey, in these times when you dont hear from somebody for an extended period of time you wonder! Good new, looking forward to it !

[@caseywall6642]

Yes sir! I like videos like this. Keep it up! Thanks James.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Sounds good. Thank you. I’ll keep these going.

[@brandonnugent1887]

We just replaced our old deck and my plan was to build adirondack chairs for it. This video was perfectly timed and I just got the plans and template. Looking forward to building them, and who knows, maybe even sell a few! Thanks for the video!

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Awesome!! Thank you!!

[@kennethwhite8305]

Video is excellent with very useful suggestions. Thank you, and please keep doing your thing.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Hi Kenneth! Thank you!!

[@domonicbailey3067]

Another great video to add to the collection. I really appreciate the way you explained things and your marketing ideas. If possible in the future could you do update on your pass videos on marketing and pricing. I know a lot of woodworkers don't do this but I find it very beneficial to inspire and keep motivation. Keep up the great work and look forward to more videos.

[@RangerCaptain11A]

i paid my way through college building porch swings, tables and chairs. i used redwood and cedar. i would deliver and mount the swing too.

[@MrJbunch1]

Best ever I like the one for old people

[@naveensequeira4399]

Hi James, this chair was my first "project", and I had a lot of fun building it. Thanks for the plans.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Awesome! Thank you!!

[@marybynum3957]

I love this! I downloaded almost all of the plans! My nephew and I are going to make the Adirondack chairs soon. Trying to earn money to get more tools. Not sure if you are still picking someone to send the predone templates to... but would love to put my name in the drawing:) Thank you! Molly

[@thecerealcommie]

Yes, more woodworking business videos!

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

You got it!

[@chaplainand1]

Thank you

[@garyfoster3076]

It seems like you and your teenage daughters get along well - that’s not the usual and I like the way teach.

[@danfarbecker2441]

Great Video. I really like you encouraging others to get into the business.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Hi Dan, thank you!!

[@markcollins2065]

Great video! Great information, just the thing I was looking for.

[@billycaldwell9403]

Bought the plans. First one turned out great. Do you have a design for a folding version of this chair? That would be awesome!

[@davidgood2598]

Hello, thanks for sharing, just got the plans and I bought the templates and made templates out of 1/8” ply. I had to rewatch the video for the seat, I was confused on the slates, I put the 6 degree on both ends and I was looking at it like how does this work, then I seen the video where you put together then did seat slats and marked a line, so I now get it lol, time to sand thanks again

[@mt547]

Yes, I liked the video. After I watched the build video, I told my wife I wanted to order the planes and start making some to sell. Unfortunately I haven’t yet. I currently have a lot of projects going. Hopefully it will happen soon. Love the style of the chair an now you have tables to go with it oh my goodness. I need to get on the outdoor furniture bandwagon.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Glad you liked the video! When you get caught up on projects, you’ll have fun with these. And hopefully make some good money selling them too.

[@domonicbailey2977]

I love the follow-up idea please continue and if you don't mind you can do some more back videos with follow-ups. I especially like that you included price suggestions and marketing ideas thanks again for all your working look forward to seeing more. And I do have the plans for both chairs I just need to get the kids next

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you and thanks for watching! I will try to plan that for older videos!

[@dannyboy9784]

Thanks for a great video, I just started to do outdoor furniture, just picked up your plans with the templates too...looking forward in making some for family first and than hopefully getting some sales...Cheers Danny//

[@the_crafty_studio_official]

This is such an amazing review of an awesome project! Loved this!

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you! 🤗

[@andylong6589]

mainly bought the prints to help support because of the value in content. i really need to get to building the chairs and tables.

[@KingsFineWoodworking]

Thank you for the support! But you should give it a go! you'll have a lot of fun!