Vlog 009 Work Life Balance

[@ghostwalker100]

red things are for changing bicycle tyres. the end with the space hooks over the spoke so you have both hands free for working on the next one. least thats how it's supposed to work. i used just "borrow" a couple of tablespoons from mum. never really understood why she got so pissed with me!!

[@Iliketomakestuff]

YES! ROYAL BLOOD!!! I love that album, it's been on repeat for at least a month.

[@laurakampf]

+I Like To Make Stuff haha, same here! it is a great record. i am super curious what they are going to do next...

[@tatebrown9118]

+Laura Kampf +I Like To Make Stuff Thank you both for the recommendation and endorsement of said recommendation. I'm almost done listening to this album for the first time and I'm loving it!

[@HivesToHome]

For changing bike tires. The flat/dished part goes under the tire, between the rim, then you twist down and put a wheel spoke in the locking slot on the other end to hold the tool down.

[@VanOaksProps]

I absolutely agree with you on this point. So much so, that every day I try to do something creative where I get to use my hands. I'm a graphic designer and work at a computer every day, so it's gotten to be very important to do something daily that is "analog." I'll work in my shop during my lunch break or sketch in my sketchbook. It really doesn't matter what it is, as long as it's not on the computer. It helps bring a certain balance to what I do and allows me to be creative in a variety of ways.

[@AwesomeWoodThings]

Great update! Agree 100% with the statement: "Your work can only be as interesting as your life."

[@Ron_EZ]

That's a "bicycle tire" tool, it's used to help get the tire off of the rim; place the flat end under the bead & pull it out so the bead is outside the rim then you can clip the hook on a spoke while do the same with a second or third.

[@IstasPumaNevada]

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[@johncornwell9542]

Balance is key. Taking time to recharge and relax allows for new ideas to inspire your future projects

[@MyGarageWoodshop]

I agree with you completely! It's important to get out of the shop too. Having a balanced life only helps to inspire you and make you more creative! Awesome toys you got there!

[@laurakampf]

+My Garage Woodshop after moving for 3 months now i really need to see something new :) thanks for stopping by!

[@Uberworkshop]

Excellent video Laura! And very wise words to live by. Glad to see music was such a high priority for you. That's always the first thing I do when I step inside my workshop... turn on the tunes! I sometimes turn the music on remotely (Sonos) before I open up the door just so I have entrance music! hehehe. Love your work! Can't wait for the next installment!

[@Jer_Schmidt]

Great advice, I need to get out of my shop more too!

[@HeavyboxesDIYMaster]

I love the music factor. I listen with my in-ear headphones. I can work for so long and not get bored with my music!

[@laurakampf]

+Heavyboxes glad you like it

[@legorreto]

True , so true. Love your work and work what you love Wish you the best

[@Kursha6]

My husband and I have been moving into a giant basement for our new studio/workshop. And I'm so happy to see you have a turntable in your workshop. It's the only way to listen to music and if I can find another set up that won't break the bank, I will follow your lead!

[@laurakampf]

+Sasha Swayne very cool! i got mine on a fleamarket...so it won´t be the end of the world if it breaks some day :)

[@Kursha6]

+Laura Kampf that's excellent thinking!!!

[@PaulMeyette]

Royal Blood! "Figure it Out", "Out of the Black", "Little Monster" they got some good air time around here last summer. Good philosophy Laura, stay inspired!

[@jimgam730]

Laura, always stay inspired. Your vlog has inspired me. Thx Never heard of any of those bands you mentioned. I like classic rock, Led Zepplin, Pink Floyd, and the such. I know, I'm old, lol.

[@GreatOldOne]

Hey Laura, thanks for the tip about Royal Blood. Never heard of them til today, but thanks to the power of the Internet it is now thumping out my shop speakers! 🤘😎

[@laurakampf]

+Jason Cundall nice! i love to get feedback for my recommendations. i was obsessed with that record last year. it is soooo good :)

[@Esiggies]

The red thingy is a beer bottle opener and only should be used for that purpose.

[@laurakampf]

+Peter Linch hahaha! Alright, got it! Thanks

[@laurakampf]

+Peter Linch hahaha! Alright, got it! Thanks

[@MakeSomething]

I have a record player in my workshop as well!!! I'm actually building a stand for it in a couple of weeks. Awesome video!

[@laurakampf]

+Make Something ah, cool! i am trying to come up with a design for a furntiture to hold all of my records and the turntable in the new livingroom. it is very difficult to find a good shape i think...so i can´t wait to see your ideas! thanks for stopping by!

[@reforzar]

+Laura Kampf what if you made it circular and could spin it to find records? It could mount to the wall and rotate...

[@123123gre]

Super Motto und guter Tipp hin und wieder auch die Arbeit mal liegen zu lassen! Hab das Osterwochenende mal ausnahmsweise nichts in der Werkstatt gearbeitet und Zeit mit Frau und Kindern verbracht und das hat richtig gut getan. Jetzt muß ich nur noch meine Zeit im Büro reduzieren und dann ... hätte ich mehr Zeit für die Werkstatt :-D Schöne Grüße und alles Gute, Günther

[@TedAlexander24]

Balance is one of life's most important things for sure.

[@whisk0r]

Hello again Laura! We don't have a turntable in our woodworking shop, but we do have one in our electronics workshop! Majority of our vinyl has been purchased directly from bands at shows or when youtuber's we follow have released pressings :) Now and then we'll import records for the more obscure / larger acts. Recently we imported a German pressing of Blue Angel (the rockabilly band Cyndi Lauper fronted before she got all famous on MTV). Thanks Germany, and no ... you can not have that record back. It's ours, all ours! muhaha.

[@laurakampf]

+whisk0r awesome!

[@thetalkingfly]

the day off- wise words- great ideas

[@laurakampf]

+thetalkingfly :(

[@laurakampf]

+thetalkingfly sorry...I ment to send a Smiley haha :)

[@magnificentcharter1586]

Yes, those little red things are bicycle tire levers. One stays stationary, so the tire does not put itself back on the rim, the other slides around the rim until you reach the other.

[@BillyMcCord]

That red thing looks like a bicycle, tire changing tool there are usually 2-3 of them in a kit.

[@stephanelaborde]

Thanks for the music discovery. Royal blood is awesome !

[@phgodts]

Laura, be careful using the turntable while you work. Wood dust can damage the vinyls and the needle of the turntable. The plastic tools looks like an accessory for disassembly car's doors panels and others fragile stuffs. At least I use for it ;)

[@Americancraftsmanworkshopusa]

Whoa! That American Craftsman Workshop sticker looks great on the lid of that disc spinner:) When I am slammed with work in the shop, and my thoughts are all jammed up, getting away from the shop seems counter-intuitive. But when I do, the mental block breaks free and all the answers and solutions to my project challenge flow freely.

[@laurakampf]

+The American Craftsman Workshop i agree 100 percent! also thanks for your letter, i hung it in on the wall of my workshop :)

[@Americancraftsmanworkshopusa]

Laura Kampf Seriously?!?! I am honored! The letter says it all, opportunity is attracted to those who take action! Keep up the great work!

[@FeralBoyKnives]

Yay! I'm so glad you like it. Thank you!!!!

[@laurakampf]

+July With Fitz thank YOU! i will use it only to clean my camera :)

[@FeralBoyKnives]

As long as you are using it!

[@TheMarcball]

MUSIC in the shop ? you're dead right ! I need to ressucitate my massive system I bought in the UK 20 years ago and sort of set aside in the last move... because we have twin kids and not too much space in the living room. Well, in the shop it goes, listening to drunken master blues from Paul Personne and Carolyn Wonderland ! Cheers and keep on trucking !

[@ExplorerOffgrid]

Yay! Glad your figuring things out; being happy is key to being productive. and so far your batting a 1000 on music. Everything thus far I own or have in a playlist! =D

[@laurakampf]

+Patrick Luke nice! you have good taste in music ;)

[@1402teddybear]

Super. Die roten Dinger sind wirklich zum Reifen wechseln am Fahrrad.

[@motzemog]

Royal Blood has been pumping in the garage, basement and shed for months now. Basically every where I'm tinkering, it's blasting.

[@laurakampf]

+Michael Gomez awesome!

[@MattDiresta]

love the message in this one!

[@elvisdepelvis4431]

Thank you Laura, I like your music choices (and your work). Just bought the album via iTunes. Keep them coming ;) The video clip of Figure It Out is also great.

[@laurakampf]

+Jeroen Pauwels happy you like my work and the music!

[@davidmcdaniel9921]

Great quote, thanks.

[@hglasier]

The red tool is for changing tires on a bicycle.

[@GibClark]

thank you I needed that reminder you're awesome as always ,have a great day!

[@laurakampf]

+Gib Clark thanks for watching!!!

[@cesarbogado2024]

hola laura muy buenos tus videos y espero que subas mas. me encanta tu forma de hablar y la musica de fondo muy buena. hasta luego

[@dpmakestuff]

I'd use those red things to open paint cans.

[@robertevans6481]

awesome quote there.....freebies are always great....

[@laurakampf]

+Robert Evans couldn´t agree more :)

[@LightningGlass]

It does make sense. Record players are awesome.

[@repeataftermerestoration4179]

well another great video Laura .. we saw your new shop when you first moved in .. i wondering where you have made your music/recorded player room ?? Might be time for a shop update ...

[@StefanoilFalegname]

yes red plastic tools are for change bicycle tires.. ciao!!

[@laurakampf]

+EsseAkka LAB carpentry workshop nice!

[@ShaunBrownintheworkshop]

Always great

[@bigbuddha123]

I would totally put a record player in my workshop!!! No space though, have to deal with mp3s instead for now!

[@maxwelldesigns3140]

Ja , es ist um den Mantel von der Fahrradfelge zu bekommen. Meistens sind es drei im Set, der offene Kreis ist dazu da in die Speiche eingehackt zu werden.

[@LivefreeanddiyTv]

I'd just be worried about sawdust on the records... maybe an upcoming project to "shop proof" the record player :)

[@getaswordactual8766]

The red thing is a tyre lever with what looks like a built in spoke key

[@quinnleffingwell6628]

I don't think I've heard of any of the bands you've mentioned. I like guns n roses and def leppard, but I'll definitely try what you recommend

[@WatchMeDIYIt]

Work life balance is extremely important. Especially when one has a family. I've been so busy, I haven't uploaded a video in two months! Anyway, I'm enjoying your vlogs!

[@laurakampf]

+DIY giveaways & tutorials thanks!

[@michaeltishler2866]

Great message! Hello from the Woodworking Shows in Atlanta Georgia, U.S.A. Hanging out with about twenty Video Woodworkers. We should have asked you to see if you wanted to Skype with us at the show for a live feed. We are here until Sunday 4/3.

[@laurakampf]

+Michael Tishler man, thanks for thinking of me! I really wish i could be there. Maybe next year!!! (Did you know that Tischler means carpenter in german? Pretty cool Name for a woodworker :)

[@michaeltishler2866]

+Laura Kampf I will work it out with the group and we will make it happen. I had shirts made for the show with the definition on it. Should I tell April you said hello?

[@laurakampf]

+Michael Tishler yes, Please give her a big hug!

[@rippermcguinn]

Hi Laura - I think you have it nailed, but also don't forget your relationships - your partner, your friends, your family. If you build THAT right then they will be there for you regardless of what else happens in your life. I also need to blame you for something - thanks to you I am now hooked on Biffy Clyro. Hmmm.

[@laurakampf]

+rippermcguinn haha, i take the blame for that...they are just incredible. i think a new album is coming out soon.

[@brianfaini]

The red things are tire levers for changing bicycle tires.

[@laurakampf]

+brian faini yeah, i thought so, thanks!

[@wmfranz]

saw them live at Fenway last summer with Foo Fighters... been a fan of them for some time. They Ripped it.

[@kaspermalle7607]

Good work!

[@laurakampf]

+Kasper Malle thanks!

[@InMused]

Shop Music suggestion of the week: Lights by Archive. I'll check out Royal Blood for sure.

[@stefanshobbybude6485]

Könntest vielleicht mal wieder ein längeres video machen :-D aber sonst wieder echt klasse. macht echt spaß dir zu zu gucken

[@laurakampf]

+Oldie177 ich find die kurzen videos gut :)

[@ultimatehandyman]

You really need some Neil Diamond in your record collection, but you are probably too young to remember him LOL ;-)

[@magnificentcharter1586]

+Ultimate Handyman Red Red Wine....., Cracklin Rose, Sweet Carolyn,

[@ultimatehandyman]

+Gene Duckett All the classics. I still listen to them now ;-)

[@малхазимаисашвили]

Very interesting video

[@garythompson6986]

Laura, You need to get out and experience life. It keeps your head fueled for the job. Looks like you've got bike tire repair tools, there! Much of my music stuff is Pioneer and Sansui leftovers from my GI days. They still sound great, but I tend to listen to the Classic Rock Oldies of 70s-90s, including Country. Its all good, cept RAP. Take care.

[@colas11]

Royal blood is great! Like you! ;-)

[@billrees4638]

Nail on the Head, Red Thing is for changing bicycle tires. Enjoy

[@hofnaar]

Geil ein 1210er im Store. Check! :)

[@Wackywoodworks]

I have your sticker in an envelope, its addressed, and it even has a stamp on it, as well as air mail stamp... I just really need to to take that to the next level and post it with the other 71 envelopes :-/

[@laurakampf]

+Wacky Wood Works perfect! there is some space left in my shop!

[@advandervelden1588]

16.000 +. Its going fast.

[@laurakampf]

+Ad van der Velden :)

[@bouichnoureddine3705]

your english very clear

[@lintondoohan2748]

I have been looking for some new music, loving Royal Blood

[@laurakampf]

+Linton Doohan that´s great!!

[@roboticmind23]

those are tire change levers for a bicycle

[@bayonasdesign]

I guess you will be remaking those speakers any time soon ;) Am I right?

[@jessicamartinez4668]

the red things are tire levers

[@procraft]

The album cover is made by Dan Hillier, he made so much cool stuff! (check it out, get inspired!)

[@49cfr]

Reifenheber. Sorry if 100 people already answered it, I haven't read the comments yet. But maybe I am the only one to answer (partially) in German?

[@andrewlynch27]

Bike tire lever.

[@VanOaksProps]

I absolutely agree with you on this point. So much so, that every day I try to do something creative where I get to use my hands. I'm a graphic designer and work at a computer every day, so it's gotten to be very important to do something daily that is "analog." I'll work in my shop during my lunch break or sketch in my sketchbook. It really doesn't matter what it is, as long as it's not on the computer. It helps bring a certain balance to what I do and allows me to be creative in a variety of ways.

[@VanOaksProps]

On a side note, if you're ever in need of music for your videos, let me know. I'd love to submit some stuff.

[@laurakampf]

+Dminorsound absolutly! you seem to have a really cool aproach to you work-life balance!

[@laurakampf]

+Laura Kampf oh yes please! what kind of music do you produce?

[@VanOaksProps]

+Laura Kampf It's jazzy hip-hop type stuff. It's similar to some of the music you've used in other videos. You can check out here: soundcloud.com/dminor/sets/dminor-production-samples

[@laurakampf]

+Dminorsound NICE! i like your style!

[@bayonasdesign]

I guess you will be remaking those speakers any time soon ;) Am I right?