Planing Compound Angles by HAND?! | The Garden Workshop #8

In this video, I get started on the third box which includes compound dovetails. It's going to be a real test of my skills and I can't wait to get stuck in!
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[@buzzandjim4265]

Thanks again Matt for another informative and enjoyable post. I started flushing the dovetails yesterday on my box... with a dull plane..damaged a dovetail ..luckily on the back of box.. fiddly fixed that yesterday. Today i woke up and sharpened my plane and its shaving those endgrains like a demon...so enjoyable with a good edge.. Youre a legend keep up the great work man. Cheers

[@agent8649]

Slope = rise over run (y / x) just like you said. You got it. Enjoy your videos and look at them often.

[@glennphilipson7231]

Very impressive young man. Im definitely eating loads of humble pie. Well done!!

[@HistoricHomePlans]

I was working in the garden about the time you were battling that wind. Quite a day that was! Sketchup is a great tool. So convenient and easy to learn. I'm using it for designing houses. I'm putting together a few videos now, sharing some of the tips & tricks I've acquired over the last few years. By the way, I love your videos and always look forward to the release of a new one.

[@jeffmason398]

Though i would retire and do a little welding. But, no, i had to watch your dovetailing intro video, ha. I've since bought the moses-katz guide, some saws, chisels, stones, and started practicing. First box came out ok, thanks to you. For my second box i tried to fit non-parallel sides at 80 degrees. Suddenly i can't use my marking gauges and guides. So, i can't wait for the next video. Perfect timing. Thanks, again.

[@johnfraser4591]

I really appreciated your advice about how to start your day. I wrote that one down for later.

[@danielgeng2306]

That was some nice hand tool work ! I hope they ease the restrictions for you !

[@67Bahloo]

I love the quick angle finder board you use I must make one

[@skf957]

This is proper woodworking being done under less than ideal conditions. It makes me see my machines in a different light, that’s for sure. And when I’m struggling to get off my arse and into my well-lit, warm and dry workshop, I will think of you managing to work outside. Thank you for this series Matt. You are an inspiration to both established woodworkers and newcomers alike, as this shows just what can be achieved with a few sharp tools, practice, and a hefty dollop of motivation. Nice guy too - we had a brief chat when we met at Axminster in Sittingbourne last October.

[@ejtakach]

This garden series is some of your best work!

[@Rsama60]

Zen and sharpening tools. The new book about clearing your mind by Mat Estlea. Soon to be on the market.

[@ianmcelheny3270]

Always a good use of quarantine, watching other people do work whilst avoiding your own! Seriously love these videos, glad to see you’re doing well

[@mikeswoodencreations5712]

25 years I’ve been a carpenter/joiner and always struggled with sharpening then I stumbled across Matts video, never to old to learn 👍

[@MattEstlea]

Cheers Mike, appreciate it mate!

[@itsalaughfirth1012]

@@MattEstlea can i ask how do you keep your stone clean

[@michaeldoto4673]

@@itsalaughfirth1012 the simplest way to clean a diamond plate is to spray some cheap generic window cleaner (water will work too, but not as well) on the plate and scrub it with an old toothbrush and rinse it off. Dry it so it won’t rust and it’s as good as new.

[@itsalaughfirth1012]

@@michaeldoto4673 thank you

[@chrismormak3221]

@@itsalaughfirth1012 you can also use a white gum eraser. The Trend Diamond stones come with one . Since the one from Trend seems to have disappeared from my shop I have been using one made by Staedler. Staedler is a company that makes specialty items for the office geared toward engineers and architects protractors, mechanical pencils and of course white gum erasers.

[@patchesofgreen3832]

My favorite part of the video was your advice following the sharpening. It was a moment of Truth and great advice. I really liked learning about laying out the plan on the work bench as well.

[@michellek5789]

Man I wish I could afford that shooting board plane. It’s over £300! I joint a lot on the shooting board and use an old Stanley. It works but that plane is dreams and goals!

[@daviddeitrick27]

good advice Matt

[@JDDupuy]

I think this quarantine has brought out the best in you. Much respect from an old guy in the Midwest!

[@ChristopherBreeden85]

I love how this video starts with the sound of sharpening blades. It makes a powerful point to what the first step of dimensioning lumber by hand is, and gives you a taste of what the experience will be like.

[@makewhatever9203]

I'm really happy to see you motivated for the new videos and projects 💪 good work Matt

[@dalemcgeachie6584]

best video by far so far - well done.

[@MattEstlea]

Thanks Dale, appreciate it!

[@puppoopainter]

Matt dear .You've given a best advice for motivation.Bless you🙏

[@eggster71]

Sounds like you're getting your enthusiasm back dude. Nice one!

[@cblodg1]

Some real woodworking ASMR at the start right there.

[@soberlivingwithbrianfrankl8254]

I LOVE the sound of a sharp plane cutting

[@mattyallwood]

Looking sharp Matty, looking sharp!

[@arneparmentier2806]

Just this saturday, I sharpened all my chisels, following your video about it. Outstanding result, thanks for all the free tips and lessons you just throw on here! (The result of my first try for a dovetail was less outstanding, but oh well, can't have everything)

[@eletromirco]

it's a pleasure to see you work the wood

[@dontspamkoth]

Great intro, Matt. Very "my mechanics"esq, which I really love.

[@giuseppeconti7363]

Sharping the tools blades sharpen your mind . Nice video, great to see you working with hand tools .

[@ssavlashah]

Matt, thank you very much for acknowledging my comment on Facebook and acting on it! I am very much enjoying this series, as it is much more like how I work at home! Although I have a shed and workbench, I do not have space for planer or thicknesser. So I look forward to learning your technique on this!

[@scottjohnstone5488]

Hi Matt, got to say I'm thoroughly enjoying your videos!

[@LegoMan-cz4mn]

Oh wat a coincidence, I used that technique of sharpening your tools just an hour ago before I watched your video!!

[@murphymmc]

I had serious doubts about your canopy/gazebo not handling the rain well, I'm impressed. As for wind, it's only as good as your anchors. Nice work on the boxes, both in layout and execution.

[@PHENX-lj7qs]

Glad to hear that you have found inspiration again also cant wait to see more videos from you (and hopefully rob)

[@andyonly9366]

Loving this back to basics series Matt. Thanks for taking the time! Cheers :)

[@martynbridge314]

great idea with the stop blocks for different angles of sharpening. ill be making 1 today. cheers bud.

[@andrewkillian5877]

And resawing!

[@2cBeatnikk]

I've got to say, it's been a really nice change to see you in the garden workshop. As much of a struggle as it might have been for you, it seems like there'd be an interesting angle in you making three more boxes in the workshop, to see how much more efficient and precise you can be in there. (also it might be a nice way to continue to show support and solidarity for the NHS workers)

[@TheZhod]

Those compound angles turned out great. Doing that without a mitre or table saw is really difficult -- nicely done. By the way, I don't know how much time you spent on figuring out the ratios for the angles, but as a quick tip, should you have to do that again in the future: Those ratios are just the tangent of the angles, e.g. tan(15°) ≈ 0.268 = 26.8/100. Whenever I can't be bothered to look for my protractor, I just take out my phone and do it that way.

[@mikecasey2708]

I'm excited for the next episode, gardening and landscaping with Matt Estlea hahaha!!! party on party people 🤘

[@MCsCreations]

Pretty impressive work, Matt! Really nice! 😃 Thanks for the tips!!! Stay safe there! 🖖😊

[@Kirsty_McKay]

I don't know why, but this was so satisfying to watch.

[@MattEstlea]

Cheers Kirsty!

[@darrylbrook5968]

Love the effort Matt

[@RS-px9mn]

Thanks Matt ....another fantastic vid. Glad you got your mojo back. Will remember the sharpen everything tip. All the best!

[@davecharlesworth8176]

I do love the sound of a sharp plane blade on wood. Similar to the gasoline smell in the morning!

[@MattEstlea]

So good isn’t it? 🥰🥰

[@TheRuko15]

I really like the sliding bevel you showed. Can you provide a link to it?

[@argentorangeok6224]

Fun fact: CC picks up chisel sharpening sound as laughter.

[@DavidWieder216951]

Enjoyed the idea about having a therapy session with your tools. Some people pay good money for a few moments of peace. Also thought you were going to have a Mary Poppins scene with the canopy.

[@nickmigliore1206]

Woah first view, thats cool. Thanks to you I bought my first set of chisels yesterday, and I can't wait to get started on the dovetail box project.

[@Steve_1401]

+1 For the sharpening idea - it's what I do. Another one is cleaning and waxing the top of my table saw :)

[@MattEstlea]

GREAT SHOUT!

[@wilkbor]

Great job, Matt. I love this series.

[@dougmanter8002]

Matt, awesome tip on sharpening to get the mindset! I know exactly what you mean. I will be employing it, soon.

[@timconway2810]

I like your 'angle finding jig'. Gonna nick that idea for sure

[@MattEstlea]

I did a video on it a few years ago. I call it a protrusion stop 🤙

[@timconway2810]

@@MattEstlea A much better name. Either way, I can't see a reason to not have one in my sharpening box

[@aranha_discoteca]

Really good point about how to deal with getting started! I struggle with the same thing sometimes, and I have a couple of similar strategies. If I'm midway through a project, I'll deliberately leave something easy to do the next day - eg. sanding, or marking up components. That way you've not got to think about things like compound angles first thing in the morning! The other option is to have two projects on the go at the same time. This works well when you hit a problem during the day, as it means you can just move to the other project and come back to deal with the issue later on. It's rare that the problem seems as tricky to deal with once you return to it....

[@alistairfrith7772]

I do similar with software, I try to make sure the last task of the day is not-quite-finished, then I have something to get into the next day.

[@MJ-nb1qn]

Love the Garden videos. I’m just curious if you’ve gotten any interesting comments from the neighbors?

[@Kirsty_McKay]

These videos are so interesting to watch. Love them!

[@kchiplevings6376]

Matt, How much longer do you have until you can get back to your shop? Oh by the way, this is my first post, and I just wanted to tell you that I really enjoy your videos.

[@chippie43]

Hey Matt, have you made a video for the chisel sharpening guide (that bit of wood with the blocks and numbers) i would really like to make my own, thanks for your advice in advance.

[@MattEstlea]

Yep, it’s called a Protrusion Stop. You should find it by typing that into the search bar

[@ronsummers4090]

Yeah, I do exactly the same, right down to the kitchen knives

[@edvickery958]

That first shot looked like "The Hurricane Workshop"

[@chrishb7074]

Matt advice: Go outside and sharpen all your knives. Housemates and neighbours will feel reassured you are coping with lockdown cabin fever.

[@jtucker4201]

...and laugh maniacally constantly, or mutter something about "showing them"

[@merwyndsouza4918]

true that :-D no one wants to mess with you after that :-D

[@DaveJHarry]

USA version: Feeling low? Clean your guns.

[@sebahawk]

Hi! How are you? What software do you use to make your 3D or 2D plans? Can you recommend one that is easy to use to make furniture? Please thank you very much. Excellent videos keep it up.

[@bsouza1675]

Matt, what happened to your workshop? What did I miss? Love your work 👍

[@davehyper7835]

you need to build a workshop in that back garden of yours ;-)

[@simonr6793]

Matt I too struggle with the need for inspiration when it comes to getting my act together and starting something anything at times in the workshop, it's a pain in the arse so that said I'm definitely going to have a go with the tool sharpening as I really think it will help me in the exact same way!!!. Question what number plane do you use when doing the end grain trimming process and why ???

[@johndoe920]

Hey Matt, just so I don't have to wait around for refilming of the sharpening video for commenting: If I have a piece of leather lying around and don't wanna buy an extra strop, which side of the leather would I use for honing? The rough side or the smooth side? I'd guess the rough (furry?) side but you never know.

[@sharronburway]

The first two minuets have a strong Bob Ross vibe 😂

[@LithiumSurfboard]

I would F&%K this up so badly, it's not even funny! Truly beautiful work by a skilled artisan.

[@stayspicy9456]

How does the jig work for setting the plane sharpening guide?

[@chrismormak3221]

Just out of curiosity, Matt; how many times did you have to stop and "touch-up" your chisels and irons dealing with all that endgrain?

[@MattEstlea]

Only once! The Lie-Nielsen Steel is hard as nails

[@michaelschuster1894]

Hi Matt, great video and I really like the garden workshop series so far. Regarding your sharpening system, are there different grid polishing compounds on the leather strops or is the leather also finer on the second one? I'm just wondering bc I've never seen anyone use more than one strop.

[@TheSMEAC]

Great tip up front about just sharpening!!!! What cap screw/driver do you use for your irons? I have a woodriver that’s about 1-1/2” long, but I’d like to try one of those palm sized ones. It’s as though the ferrule of a palm handle fits over the nut and has a slotted protrusion within..?? Is that right and who carries them?

[@scottanderson2581]

CWO3 Shannon Beaman USMC Ret. get them here www.leevalley.com/en-ca/shop/tools/hand-tools/screwdrivers/drivers/60111-plane-screwdriver $30 though...

[@scottanderson2581]

CWO3 Shannon Beaman USMC Ret. get them here www.leevalley.com/en-ca/shop/tools/hand-tools/screwdrivers/drivers/60111-plane-screwdriver $30 though...

[@sparkyenergia]

Did the 'gazebo' blow away?

[@joeleonetti8976]

I love my LieNielsen tools. I find their steel is a pain to sharpen on diamond. I have resorted to starting on an extra extra coarse diamond to get the burr then coarse, fine, super fine, leather strop. How many strokes does it take you on a 1000 grit stone b fire you feel a burr?

[@MattEstlea]

Depends on the size of the secondary bevel! I agree though

[@joeleonetti8976]

Matt Estlea that helps explain it a lot actually. I don't use a secondary bevel. When I'm grinding, it's the whole bevel. I find if I do 100 strokes on my extra extra coarse I get a good burr. I don't at 60 strokes. With regular carbon steel, just coarse, fine, super fine then done.

[@JeremyB8419]

For your sharpening guide stop block, couldn’t you have like a single board with very shallow tiers for each of the degrees? Thought of that because I thought of making one like yours but at the same time don’t want more large stuff cluttering up my small workspace lol

[@logicalChimp]

I found I only used two settings (25 degree and 30 degree, iirc), so I just made a double-sided one (the width of a single block). If you''ve got the time, you could put all four together as a double-ended double-sided board (e.g. 25/30 on one side, and 20/35 on the other, or whatever angles you want, etc).... takes up a lot less space than Matts board - but not so quick and easy to put together.

[@JeremyB8419]

Geoff Willingham yeah that’s what I was thinking. Good idea on the double sided. My shooting board and sharpening station board already take up enough space as is

[@duncan2157]

Dont forget - the 4K likes means you have to show us how to resaw by hand too..... pleeeeeeez... :)

[@alangknowles]

You CAN go to the workshop if you are the only person there.

[@HandlebarWorkshops]

How do you sharpen blade without your fingers getting all black. I sharpen up, then I have to go wash my hands before touching the wood otherwise I leave fingerprints all over the wood.

[@joeleonetti8976]

A tip I learned in a time management class is to allocate 20 minutes to a task. Short enough for you to willingly do it. Long enough to get something done. Often at the end of 20 minutes you are past the slump and will continue. Another chore I do to get moving is clean up.

[@edwardgurney1694]

Wrt wind and gazebos- my first job at 16 was helping on a car boot stall that sold old books and magazines for illegally low pay. The guy who ran it was an absolute idiot. My first day on the job we were putting up the gazebo for our stall. Having been subjected to many family camping trips I knew the importance of guy lines and asked why we weren't pegging them out. Boss replied we didnt need them as the feet were pegged to the ground. I thought, yes but the gazebo isnt actually attached to the feet, it just sits in them, but being a shy youth on my first day I kept my mouth shut. Later that day the weather takes a turn, its pissing it down raining and the wind is howling up a gale. We're stood watching the crowds decide to head home when a massive gust of wind bodily lifts the gazebo up from above our heads and sends it crashing 50m along the ground (fortunately it was an empty field so noone was hurt), while all our books get scattered all over the place onto the sodden ground in pouring rain. Boss has an absolute meltdown, getting us to put the books back in alphabetical order (because that's what's important) while he freaks out about the gazebo. I should have never have gone back to that job, but I didnt know any better. Point is, peg out your guy lines, they're there for a reason.

[@abdulahahmadzai5417]

what lubrication do you use on your diamond stone?Great video!

[@MattEstlea]

Tap water 💦

[@abdulahahmadzai5417]

@@MattEstlea thank you

[@logicalChimp]

@@MattEstlea Looked like rain water :p

[@edvickery958]

I use diamond lapping fluid from Trend routing technology. It reduces clogging.

[@johnkirwan762]

cheap window cleaner works great and comes with a free spray bottle!

[@kennethnielsen3864]

96th.

[@backintheworkshop954]

Matt.... 1. Diamond plate...✔️ 2. Leather Strop ✔️ 3. 🤔

[@TheLindsay720]

Was it just the smooth strop? My leather strop has a coarse and smooth side.

[@backintheworkshop954]

oh ok, didn't know they have different sides, I usually go to my Father-in-Laws and use his mechine

[@TheLindsay720]

I could be wrong about exactly what he was doing but just a thought in case he doesn’t respond 👍🏼

[@schm4704]

Wait a minute... wasn't the deal that you would *resaw* by hand if the video got enough likes?

[@ssavlashah]

He said he's doing it once the tools arrive from Axminster!

[@mtveijk1]

I thougt so, but he kept on saying that he would handplane?

[@Straale501]

MAAAAAATTTTHHH... use the sharp tools on the beard- thing :P (a sharp tool "should" be able to shave:P)

[@MattEstlea]

Haha it’s coming off when I get back to the workshop. Need facial continuity for the cabinet series ;)

[@sparkyenergia]

@@MattEstlea Reminds me of a DIY channel that I watch where the presenter was completely normal and then in the next cut he has a black eye. In the video itself he doesn't even mention it, just carries on like everything is normal. If I remember correctly he got it playing soccer with his kids but it looks more like he was in a bar fight.

[@sparkyenergia]

@Rich 33 Yup. Exactly. Memory on the soccer was wrong I guess. Basketball it is. Was quite the shock to see.