The magic of a tight deadline.

My favorite piece yet! And working with deadlines. For 10% off your first purchase, go to: squarespace.com...
Diving into the unexpected journey of creating a stand for an art piece that means a lot to me. Originally, the art piece and stand was supposed to be one cohesive unit and one video, but because the stand is so cool and requires many disciplines as well as an unfortunate incident, it got its own video.. Made from laminated walnut with hickory accents, this piece has become a testament to the balance between creativity and the pressure of deadlines. I share my thoughts on how deadlines, far from stifling creativity, actually fuel it-pushing me to turn ideas into reality rather than letting them linger in the “what if” zone.
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[@tjackson86]

I totally get that you gotta do what makes you happy and I understand the change in style of your videos recently. I really miss the comedy from you old video style though. It's what set you apart from all the other woodworking KZbinrs on here

[@bradleverton3233]

I also miss his interaction with Dan.

[@robertschmidt8858]

Was just going to say the same thing. Im glad drill some holes and pound some pegs was incorporated. New videos are good, but I also come to see the finger condom and glue shots

[@BlakeJp9]

you have 3 months to drop an album. 3 months buckaroo.

[@danielmoore8480]

“Nobody’s expecting an album” I’m sorry? So I’m just nobody to you? You can’t tease greatness like drill some holes and pound some pegs and then say NOBODY expects an album.

[@tomconway6808]

I've been missing the "sand in the place where you live" joke. I understand not wanting to overuse it, but it was fun to see it again.

[@ericnicastro]

This is going to look awesome! So happy to see “Sand in the place…” make a comeback! 😊

[@rusted_ursa]

You know, I usually groan when a video concept gets split for sponsorship reasons, but I appreciate your transparency. And it does look like this stand is gonna be worthy of a video all on its own. Looking forward to seeing it installed with the art.

[@CommanderMarsh]

This rules, Dave. Been a fan and watching since 2016. Hope you never quit.

[@mattkrause6264]

David, the one thing I personally respect most about you is that you do what YOU want to do. You’re not pandering to an audience to make your money, you’re doing what you love AND making money on top of that, and I think that’s amazing. Your audience is going to change with the changes you make, but that’s a good thing. Keep kicking ass, brother!!!

[@saxtrev]

I'm really loving your style right now. As an artist of all media I really understand what you mean by needing a deadline. Keep up the amazing work!

[@lmcori]

Your outlook on being creative is absolutely true. You can, of course, have a bit natural aptitude in specific areas. A knack. But that knack is no substitute for the time and practice. Love the channel and your work is killer.

[@WalterRiggs]

SAND! These years later, it still cracks me up. Thanks 😂

[@kodymouillesseaux771]

Thank you so much for this video. As a beginner woodwork, I've found it hard to stay motivated to work on new projects. Especially when my builds are not up to the standards I have set for myself. Your words and videos are motivating, and I'm sure they will help many like myself to keep working on our craft. Thank you again.

[@DavidMcCabe]

It's been sooooo long since "drill some holes, pound some pegs!" I sing it every time I do it. Thanks for your songs and things like this.

[@worstworkshop]

As a guy who tries to make videos and isn't as good as I'd like to be, this video was really encouraging. Thank you.

[@Gazman299]

Ha! You're the best!

[@JkCanvas]

I have noticed over the past couple of months the passion and excitement is back in your videos, which gives me energy to go out in the shop, to make something, tbe stay passionate, and to be safe. Thank you David.

[@randyp6474]

I have been watching your content for many years, back to the Drunken Woodworker. I have commented on some and, to my excitement, you have responded. You’re outside the box creativity has inspired me to create and make my own projects and enjoy woodworking. I kinda drifted away from your channel when you began the “buying cheap tools” video’s. I, for one, am really glad to see you back in the shop doing your channel name, Make Something.

[@hansangb]

You're 100% right. The more you think about something, the more you're intimidated to just get going. Thanks for the push!

[@ChrisPage68]

The less you think about it, the more likely it will go wrong.

[@mark_verbos]

David, I'm really glad to hear some new music bits in this one. Maybe it's not a deadline, but I'm looking forward to your next cuts.

[@cborshard6214]

Yes! “Sand In The Place Where You Live”, it’s been a while and brought a smile.

[@502deth]

i get you on the getting things done better with a deadline thing. i also get you on teh being more creative as a child thing. i can actually pinpoint the exact moment that this changed. i recently found some old drawings from when i was VERY young. i was actually amazed at them since i can barely draw a line today. i always had a "dark" sense of humor. one day my parents saw some of my drawings and sent me to counselling at church due to some of the subject nature. this essentially beat all of the creativity right out of me.

[@jasoncox7244]

As a person who specializes in teaching teenagers to be creative, you got that part dead on. Having a purpose, and connecting that purpose to something that is meaningful to the individual creative is paramount. From an educator perspective, that sense of purpose also enhances the kids learning [Citation Needed]

[@sgsax]

Been a fan since the basement shop days, started following just after you changed from being the Drunken Woodworker. I keep coming back to have some fun and to be inspired, and I am never disappointed. If the stand is any indication, the art it holds is going to be awesome. This isn't the greatest work of art in the world, it's just a tribute. Thanks for sharing!

[@aaronbuchholz2510]

I’ve commented before on how much I enjoy the music in your videos. I didn’t know you were making it yourself. Good work, man! I’m not much of a musician. But I am in woodworker and a writer. It’s a great joy to be creative on several fronts.

[@chaoticlogic588]

Thanks for the new earworm. "Drill some holes, pound some pegs."

[@blakehaas3205]

I really like the new direction you've taken your videos. They're still great woodworking, but they're also more personal. I like the self help/motivation angle a lot.

[@steveferguson1232]

Anticipation is building. I knew you liked music, but did not know you have been working for so long to create an album. And your own music in your videos. Really cool. Have your wife give you a deadline for the album, that’ll get you going to get it done. lol. Can’t wait for the next one showing the art piece, and I hope you talk about the sponsor. Your videos are getting better, and it shows with the new narrative you are using.

[@Stillworks]

Great video dude. Happy to see “sand in the..” come up again

[@seanmuir9594]

I'm a 35-year HS teacher and coach and I agree with you. Creativity, or anything, takes exercise and discipline to grow. Well said.

[@michaellacaria910]

Your style is definitely welcome, the delivery is great as usual, keep up the good work and show us what’s going on top of this stand!

[@onhandart]

I totally agree that we are all born with the capacity to create, in the areas/ways that interest us. I'm looking forward to the art piece video!

[@dian3145]

I so get the deadline thing! I am learning something new, and wanted to create something for my SIL. I was going to mail it, but didn’t have it down in time. They are only 3 hrs away, so I could deliver it and get 3 more days to “perfect it”. I was still not happy, but had to go. I took the 3 best ones. He loved the the one I had done in time to mail it! But without that deadline, I would probably still be trying to get it perfect. Love your creative insights. Funny that your tag lines now inspire nostalgia 🤣

[@scottbyrd2157]

Unique work!! Very cool and it looks rewarding! I didn’t realize that your OCD is intense. I really always thought you just made clean precise clips or videos as editing is amazing in your videos. By no means to I mean to offend you as I’m OCD also. I agree with the deadline thing as it does add a push to complete the goals. I’m sure your sponsor would have given you a break on the deadline but I’m sure a contract was likely involved. Probably good note to accommodate for me in the future of contracts to add a sickness clause of some sort to grant an extended grace period on unforeseeable circumstances. Great job! Always watch your videos as you do inspire myself to “Make something!”

[@carsonxyz]

David, these are your best videos yet. Keep making the videos that inspire you!

[@sapelesteve]

Looks like another awesome project David. Can't wait to see the final reveal! 👍👍

[@MrTapanes]

Dave, I've been stalking you since your DWW days. Loved your stuff back then, but there's no denying you've evolved into something even better. Looking forward to more content on your Air BNB, your art project and I even dare to hope to someday get some a solid video on your Impala. Keep up the great work!

[@DuceDesigns]

This new style of videos you've been making over the last couple of months are my favourite 👍

[@MakeSomething]

❤️

[@jeremyspecce]

3:40 I have a friend who just writes music all the time. He’s in touring bands and he plays all the instruments and sings. He is like a machine of songwriting.

[@secollectiv5086]

2 things 1: if this is just the stand for the art piece I can’t wait to see the actual piece! 2: all the Making It guys have been shifting the way y’all’s videos are done and I for one AM HERE FOR IT! (Not that I didn’t love the videos before but it’s incredible seeing the evolution of them)

[@GoGreenMan]

What you made here could stand alone as an art piece! Great job and keep up the good work!

[@PR-WoodWorkingCreations]

*The Art Piece Stand looks Amazing!!* 🔥👍🏻 *Can't Wait for the actual Art Piece!!* 👍🏻

[@pcrusie]

I have been watching for a long time now, and I really appreciate how creative you are. I like the new style of video.

[@sarinhighwind]

Deadlines do make a difference. The trick is learning to set them for yourself, or just work on the farmer method.

[@stuartsimmons956]

When I was younger I was really good at drawing and hand carving pieces. I stopped in my late twenties and pursued other things. Now, in my sixties, I'm getting back into creating. Times have changed and, while I still have all of my chisels, I'm pursuing a more CNC centric approach. While it's slowly coming back (somewhat) I doubt I will ever be as good as I was. Long winded way of saying never stop creating. Keep up the videos

[@ChrisPage68]

I'm with the late, great author Douglas Adams: "I love the whooshing sound deadlines make as they pass me by." 🤣

[@Luissanchezisunza]

You finally brought back the infamous Drill some holes....pound some pegs Drill some holes....pound some pegs Thank you!!!

[@scottcates]

Thanks for passing down your creative process and encouraging tips.

[@jordandominy7295]

I love your new editing style. Can’t wait for what you have in store!

[@quirkygreece]

Distinct change of style in the videos - I like it.

[@Crispy-McFister]

I've been waiting for the "drill some holes" for a while. glad it made a cameo.

[@washinthewind]

I think our visions will (or maybe should) outstrip our abilities, since that provides motivation to expand and improve our abilities. If the art piece is the one you've been discussing on the podcast, this is going to be a very cool stand for it!

[@BlueTurtleStudios]

I like the idea of you turning more toward the artsy side. I cant build it if I am not stretching creatively! Probably makes my channel a little harder to build audience with but I love the manic creative headspace. I will be looking for the next piece.

[@GeekyBoutiquey]

As someone struggling to get back to my content, I appreciate that I'm not alone. Setting deadlines for myself might be helpful. My kid starting college and trying for a promotion at work so I can afford my kid going to college has distracted me, big time!

[@crashkg]

Ira Glass is incredible. I've been listening to This American Life from the beginning and I always try to get people hooked on it. Thanks for the reference

[@user-wy5ik6zq4r]

Loved the video…..keep them coming. Can’t wait for the art piece

[@thegentlemanmaker]

I feel drilled and pounded. Nice style Dave, it’s really rather good.

[@JordanStAndre]

Not the "Cool as AF" in the thumbnail. I know for a fact you did that on purpose for engagement, and I have fallen into the trap, but it still hurts 😂

[@jimrosson6702]

Great video as always David can’t wait to see the Art piece that goes on top of it. Keep up the great videos. I do miss the interaction between you and your Brother. But I’m loving the new videos

[@Nachoze70]

Love being along for your journey man! 👍👍👍

[@isaiahhoward6792]

I’m loving the new style of videos!

[@andyiliff7793]

As always, an inspiring video, perspective and work of art! I really love the work you do and watching the transformation has been a journey I've thoroughly enjoyed and look forward to continuing!👍

[@garagemonkeysan]

Very cool video. Gorgeous stand. Love your music. Glad you're feeling better. Mahalo for sharing! ❤

[@nickyt3269]

now ill have "drill some holes, pound some pegs" in my head for a week. lets hear an album so i can have more bangers like that.

[@CammiesGarage]

When you were standing looking at it after you glued in the strips (at 6:05,) I thought, "Stand in the place where you live." :)

[@rodpotts2666]

I love that you don't just run straight to the CNC when you have something tough . you just jump in and do it the way most of us would have to.

[@Xaqaria]

Hey David - you may not bite on this, but just in case, I want to propose a musical commitment and deadline for you: I want a musical piece in a minor key with multiple harmonic layers. Something you can use when the complexity of a project collides with a problem or setback. Something that presents the tension of the moment. Bonus points for a pairing major key piece that can be used at the beginning and can resolve the tension when played at the end of the episode. Time frame: end of the year You say you like constraints...✌️

[@natemoothart6967]

I for one would love a completed "Drill Some Holes Pound Some Pegs" song!

[@eggsngritstn]

A 1990’s band I like always put their manager on the credits as if he were part of the band. In an interview, the manager said, “I love putting them on a tight deadline, because I know they’re gonna come up with their best.” Exactly the thing you’re talking about.

[@paulvanjaarsveld5552]

Discovered your channel today! Really enjoy your videos and the beautiful artistic layouts of the visual balance! Quite impressive that you are a maker and artist and even do your own music! Lovin' it, mate! Very aesthetic work.

[@MakeSomething]

Thank you!

[@bluecurlygirl]

Well whatever the art piece is, the stand is cool. Looks like a metronome. Looking forward to seeing what comes next. Cheers.

[@MrKnaskurt]

I’ve really been enjoying your videos lately. Your passion and the wisdom you share from your experiences truly shine through. I'm getting pumped to start working on my projects again!

[@kailongraver]

I always love the music you use in the background, you should just put those on an album and license it out to other creators for bgm

[@Patrick-en2rv]

Very anxious to see the piece. And by they way, you're a great designer.

[@ga5743]

Glad you got over Covid……..base of “whatever “ looking sweet. Enjoy your day.

[@Dominick_Francione]

In college, I had a system called planned procrastination. I needed a hard deadline with pressure to force me to make decisions and write papers. If I started the project too early it would take me forever and I would change my mind on what I was gonna write about over and over again. Instead, I would wait until I only had 24 or 48 hours to hand in my paper before I even started it. By forcing myself to have a small amount of time to accomplish the task I was able to be way more efficient and productive in my work.

[@Andi.Mitchell.Designs]

I think you should release an album of 30 seconds to 1 min hooks and dramatic crescendo music and offer it free to small creators to use in their videos.

[@CrownMountainWoodworks]

I was so happy to hear the “drill some hole, and pound some pegs” song. 😂 Can’t wait to see the final piece. Is it an up-cycled adding machine?

[@henryt558]

♪Sand in the place where you live♪ get's me every time 😂😂😂

[@GeekRedux]

Gotta say, I'd love to hear more of your music.

[@ChewysBeard]

I'm trying to do the Math on what this art piece is. Just glad he's Making It.

[@Kernowwoods]

Love the new style dude 🤙

[@Azrael56]

5:22 887k persons expect your album now^^

[@expatmoose]

Hell fricken yeah!

[@sarinhighwind]

The video method you're trying to do is far more achievable with a helper running the camera. If they share your vision, they can make it feel more natural vs trying to set up the shot and maybe it fail or not, they are able to adjust on the fly for you and get you that natural in the moment shot.

[@crazyjazz222]

As a musician, I can totally get that it's hard to complete songs and albums. They seem so large and full of endless possibilities. But creativity alone can be daunting, and music is one of those creative fields that be flourish from collaboration. Maybe it would be helpful to find someone you can partner with to get your musical deadline created!

[@BrandonPGeneral]

Thank you for bringing the Sand In The Place Where You Live Joke back. Where’s your brother?

[@jtotheb-ip2hh]

I'm wondering if the next "art" project has something to do with that mystery machine that shows up at 6:00 here...? What is that -- an old phone? adding machine? Something... In any case, looking forward to the next one!

[@reforzar]

I also think you’re getting better every time. This piece is excellent. I can’t wait to see the REDACTED on top of it!

[@MrBassplayer259]

I still like your content as you've evolved from your basement into your own identity that you've made now.

[@MCsCreations]

Fantastic work, Dave! It's looking fantastic!!! 😃 But I absolutely agree, we need deadlines... Around time. 😬 Anyway, stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@splifty]

Is it bad that as soon as you said "drill some holes and pound some pegs" the song starting playing in my head? Weirder than two dudes eating hot dogs in the wood during Covid?

[@sportflyer]

Woodworkers love deadlines, subtraction, overkill and KZbin videos where the creator is having a ball. 😁

[@TheClosetFloor]

Love it, man!

[@kevinmcnamara7897]

David! Use the good wood. 👍

[@emilevoyer123]

THANKS FOR ANOTHER GREAT VIDEO .

[@warrenwerks]

You inspire me Dave

[@tbjork]

He did the thing!

[@NoSaint76]

Hey, speaking of the album, I can't wait to hear it in march....does that sound like I'm expecting an album? I'll trade you mine for yours maybe even throw in some stickers. You are great, thanks for the video and the motivation

[@charlesmcarthur5722]

great video, im glad to hear "sand in the place" from ros2 and "drill some holes," if you do the "drill some holes" again could you edit it similar to older videos. this video it sounded like new pop country and i remember the older videos it sounded more like pantera walk. lol also im still missing the crap talking b/w you and your brother. the "grandma" conversation was best. make something, bro

[@CaddoCreekWoodworks]

Love the videos. You're kind of a Renaissance Man. You do woodworking, you make music and art, and you're great at storytelling. But now, since you brought it up, I have to know. Do you collect comics?

[@anthonymikkelson7394]

I was under the impressions that everyone was doing squarespace ads was for “free” and relying on affiliate links. Creators normally plug squarespace when they don’t have another sponsor so it just seems to make sense as a “filler” ad but not one that is actually paid. Am I correct?

[@WimPrest]

September 1st, 2025 is coming, and so is your album!

[@scottcates]

Anyone else catch that random, vintage 10-key adding machine at 6:00? Hilarious.