Woodturning | Project That Sells - How To Fund Your Shop - Hobby

This is the second video in a series I intend to create to help new turners make simple, sellable items to fund their shop/hobby. Link to the first video is below. In this video I demonstrate how to make ornamental and functional bird houses on the lathe. These are great craft show, gift shop and market items. The ornamental can be made from scrap wood and can made from plain pine and painted or you can laminate some exotic pieces of scrap wood for a higher end item. These are also popular as ornaments on Christmas trees. I hope you enjoy this video, thank you for watching!
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[@rwolfpak6564]

Now I understand what it means to “ride the bevel”. Best video illustration I’ve seen!

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@ronnielloyd4514]

Love the birdhouse and really enjoy you explaining what you are doing and why you are doing it. I’m a 73 year old beginner, so I’m the old dog.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Im glad you enjoyed it! thanks or watching Ronnie!

[@michaelogden5958]

I don't think I've ever seen a gouge quite like that, but you are an artist with it!

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

I appreciate it Michael! Thanks

[@robertboycewoodturningn.c.7838]

Very cool technique. We need to swop decals. I'm trying to get more on my board in my shop of great wood turners.👍

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thanks Robert! I do have stickers. I am terrible about getting them out but send your address to my Email and I’ll get to it! [e-mail]

[@ShevillMathers]

I really enjoyed this presentation, no wasted chat at the beginning, describing as you work in simple terms, the music was at a comfortable level and did not detract or compete with your narrative-it was a good choice and fitted the project nicely. Great ideas for newcomers with a small lathe. Given that eBay shopping has gained ground the past year due to the various COVID restrictions, I can see that these smaller items could sell very well-some natural, some waxed, some painted. I like the idea of a small label naming the timber species-could easily be done on home make-paper for that extra touch. I live in Tasmania on a 5-acre natural bush property with various a range of eucalyptus, wattle, blackwood and more. All hardwoods and ideal for these ornamental items, and I have many lifetime’s endless supply. Thank you for sharing your ideas & techniques, much appreciated. 👍😁🇦🇺🦘

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Shevill, I appreciate it!

[@chuckbell2949]

Nice narration, fun project, thanks for sharing😀😀😀

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you for watching Chuck, I appreciate it!

[@markfishburn8284]

Good information for these very uncertain times. Thank you for sharing your video.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Mark!

[@rico1319]

Where have you been all my life! Thank you so much for these videos. I’m just starting with my Lathe and this helps me out so much! I subscribed about six videos back. Thank you again. 👍👍👍😎🇨🇱

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

That is excellent Rico! I appreciate you watching!

[@suzannreed1234]

The small one is perfect for hummingbirds.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

I’ve never set out the small ones, just made them as ornaments. Thanks for watching Suzann!

[@judithfairchild8620]

I don't know for sure but the humming birds might like the little one. Well b explained and turned

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Judith

[@54lespaul3]

Hi Lewis. This is a rewatch for me, like I thought I would. I've started to make bird houses and wanted to see how others are doing it. I like your template ideas, and I really like the bottom coming off for a clean out as opposed to the top coming off. I can see that making life easier. Thanks again!! Cheers, Rick

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thanks Rick! These are great but lately there has been a wasp issue with all forms of bird houses around my place! I appreciate you watching

[@richardwoodall7809]

Hello Lewis, Thank you so much for the detailed instructions and taking the time to explain, it really helps.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Richard, I appreciate it!

[@donaldadams5342]

I found it very interesting & very helpful to those starting to 'feel their way' in woodturning as well as being a nice way to help beginners to make a little money for further equipment. Don from South Aust.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Don, I appreciate it Sir!

Another great job. A unique piece, lots of style and lots of creativity ... Thanks for sharing....

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Sahane! I appreciate it!

[@arthilliker3721]

Thank You for a GREAT Video !! I was just thinking yesterday about building some bird house becaus Spring will be upon us before we know it !!

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Excellent Art! Thank you for watching!

[@rogerdirkx.1679]

Hi, I watch regularly, I think your explanations and the how to are really helpful. I’ve learned a-lot.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Roger!

[@geraldb2656]

A great Video. Watching is like Meditation

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Gerald, I appreciate it!

[@bazmyers7586]

Some great instructional techniques for beginners like myself, thank you for pushing out this kind of stuff it's very helpful, keep it up.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Baz, I appreciate it!

[@golddigge1]

Yeah man I have to tell you you’re doing a good job. Keep up the good work. I love your kids helping you. And keep on building a beautiful work benches.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thanks, I’m not sure you are commenting on the right video though? Kids/work benches?

[@54lespaul77]

Excellent video. I’ve been looking for a few easier projects for craft markets. You’re previous video was also great. I’ll be revisiting both of these! Thanks, Rick

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Perfect! I appreciate you watching!

[@diydarkmatter]

great job klondike buddy . really enjoyed watching you do that . if i had a bigger lathe i would make one for my mother in law shes a goofy old bird . lol

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thanks Darkman, I appreciate it!

[@larrysmelcer7966]

thanks for all your tips great job staY SAFE LOOK FORWARD TO NEXT WEEK

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Larry, I appreciate it!

[@BrickhouseCraftWorks]

Well done Lewis! Excellent video with excellent instruction, as always! Thanks for sharing my friend!

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thanks so much Seth! I appreciate you watching buddy!

[@justme2423]

Surgical precision! Love it!

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thanks so much, I appreciate it!

[@Lee-qp6gf]

What a great idea to start "projects that sell". craft shows are fun and more fun when you sell. Cheers, Lee

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Lee, I appreciate you watching!

[@timhalcomb4041]

Thanks for sharing have a blessed day in the name of Jesus

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you for watching Tim!

[@1classcarrier]

Thank you... Always learning since I picked up this hobby from videos like yours. I was wondering what to turn next, I am going to give this a go! Another good project you might want to show is turning a light house. Did that yesterday would be great to see you do this so I can see how to make mine better next time.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thanks Sheldon, I have never made a lighthouse actually but that is something to consider! I appreciate you watching!

[@RatedRWoodturning]

I like it. I think im gonna show what sells for me down here in texas. Did great at my last few shows. I'll definitely give u a shout out and credit for the idea in the video of course 👍

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thanks Brad, I appreciate it.

[@samgraham9754]

Love this, great tuition too thanks 👌🏼👌🏼

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Sam, I appreciate you watching!

[@jameskennedy1077]

wonderful job and great timing since i just got my lathe and i will try and make one

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you James, welcome to the addiction sir! Thanks for watching!

[@cassowaryfpv9838]

I just got one too, I'll have to give this a try.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Excellent, have fun! Thanks for watching!

[@jameskennedy1077]

@@cassowaryfpv9838 i just ordered all my tools i needed. so in about 1 week i will be turning

[@cassowaryfpv9838]

kennedy awesome! So far the only thing I've turned are a handful of Harry potter style wands. It's just as fun as I imagined (the kids love the wands too) I'm really excited to try this project and start turning pens. The project list just got much bigger!

[@vickiejenkinson2468]

Nice! You're so sweet to share your knowledge and skills with others! Thank you for sharing. Stay safe, Vickie

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Vickie! You stay safe as well, thanks for watching!

[@mauricebyrne5016]

Hi, I came across your demo videos and thought they are a great idea and useful for beginneres. I wondered if it might be useful to start off by showing what the finished piece looks like. As it is, you know why you are doing things but the viewer has no idea what you are working towards..Just a thought😋

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

A fellow youtuber said "if you show them the finished product at the start, they will not watch the video" not sure if that is accurate or not. Something to consider. Thank you for watching!

[@bobbyplatt7654]

What a great teacher sir, i needed you in history class lol. Awesome job done..

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Haha, might be more the topic than the teacher! Thanks for watching Bobby, I appreciated it!

[@stephanielovatt2787]

Yay! Yet another brilliant project I might be able to do. Thanks!

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

I’m sure you can! Thanks for watching!

[@laurencebugeja4160]

A Nice one Lewis thanks for sharing always learning something new thanks and stay safe

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Laurence, I appreciate it! Say safe as well!

[@roncooney8526]

Great idea! I’m already looking forward to your next suggestion.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thanks Ron, I appreciate you watching!

[@uniqko]

Great idea

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thanks!

[@lenshandcraftedwoodsigns6033]

More great ideas.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thanks for watching!

[@brentbeacroft3363]

Great tips for new turners Lewis, keep up the good work

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Brent, I appreciate you watching!

[@donaldtrabeaux5235]

Awesome project ideas

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thanks Donald!

[@Muskrat1960]

Really enjoyed the lesson.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Bruce!

[@thomasreddick5908]

thank you for that. all this info is very helpful.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Thomas, I appreciate it!

[@thomasreddick5908]

@@TheKlondikeCraftsman I'm a new turner and this is a big help. I have subbed and liked..

[@jamesthomas5620]

Great can't wait to see what you do next awsom

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you for watching James!

[@denocro3586]

Gidday from south west of Australia. Brilliant videos. I have just purchased my first wood lathe and watching your work is worth a wealth of information. Could you do a video describing the different chisels and the correct way to use them safely and the right height to set the tool rest. Once again thank you for your help from all the beginners to this fascinating craft.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thanks Deno! I appreciate you watching! If you want to see some videos that are already out on how to used different chisels check out Mike Waldt on KZbin. He has many great videos on the subject!

[@InspiredCraftsman]

Great video! Turning has interested me for a while and this is very encouraging

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thanks! I highly recommend it! I appreciate you watching!

[@rottiwoodturning6184]

great! thanks for sharing.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you for watching!

[@yeagerxp]

Excellent work👍👍👍. Thanks for sharing

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you, I appreciate it !

[@bryanjane9393]

As always, great explanation Lewis. Bryan

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Brian, I appreciate it!

[@johnlewis5663]

The bottom should be made removable to clean out old nesting material otherwise there will be a build up of parasites and no more birds will use it

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Yes the bottom is removable on the functional ones. Thanks for watching though

[@ravenrock541]

Thank you for this video

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

You are welcome Raven, thank you for watching!

[@DougMilleratWoodSpunRound]

Good project to het people started.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thanks Doug, that was the plan! I appreciate you watching, hope all is well with you!

[@oldmanwoodcraft]

It is a great how to video . thanks

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Ahron, I appreciate it sir!

[@dzymslizzy3641]

I would think you could just make a plug with a hole saw....and fill the pilot hole with epoxy/sawdust mixture. Since it's on the bottom...once all finished off it wouldn't show. I think doing that particular thing with the lathe wastes a lot of stock...

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

On the non ornamental ones the bottom needs to come out to clean. You could do the ornamental ones that way if you chose. Thanks for watching

[@nspctor7729]

Pleasant, informative and instructional, well done Keep this up and your channel is going to 600k

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you! I appreciate you watching!

[@brianrajala7671]

Thanks. Good ideas

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thanks Brian!

[@andredupuis8497]

Very Nice model

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Andre, I appreciate it!

[@dianeruault5641]

Awesome video!!! Very clear and easy to understand!! Can you please tell me what speed you were turning at? Thanks so much

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Diane, I was running around 1500rpm. Thanks for watching!

[@leksey7870]

Very interesting idea! Good luck!

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Aleksey, I appreciate it!

[@robcpwoodturner]

Awesome skills and tool control 👍👍👍

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Rob, it was a bit slow motion for you advanced guys I know but Im trying to help a different group. Loved your tall ship buddy! Thanks for watching!

[@robcpwoodturner]

@@TheKlondikeCraftsman I'm not advanced I'm still a beginner and I learned from your video 👍 and its great to help new people and a refresher for more advanced has never hurt anyone 👍😀

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

I appreciate it!

[@Chris-vc1dh]

how you never get any caches? all so smooth, great waay

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Practice and even then it still happens! I appreciate you watching!

[@garsonprice3441]

Two thumbs up, Klondike Man. Great instruction and your background music is superb with appropriate volume to match your vocal. Perhaps you could make a video to help all KZbin video creators.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Garson, I work to make videos that way and I am glad you like it. Thank you for your comment and support, I really appreciate it!

[@nspctor7729]

Two thumbs up indeed

[@patrickkreft9249]

Love your videos! I am a beginner making bird houses. did you drill the holes first in the real birdhouse, and how did you drill the 4" interior space? I've drilling a smaller hole and using a hollowing tool but there has to be a better way,,lol

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Hi Patrick, I did drill a 4” hole with a Forster bit on my drill press. I made a holder to keep the wood in place as that is a big bit. Thanks for watching!

[@patrickkreft9249]

@@TheKlondikeCraftsman That is awesome. I don't have a press that can handle that size bit, but I will soon. Your ideas have been so helpful Thank you!!

[@jimg443]

Your videos are awesome, wish you were my neighbor

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Hahaha, thank you Jim! I appreciate you watching!

[@michaelrimmer2557]

Try using spindle gouges.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

My spindle gouges were not good, I actually just got a decent one not long ago. Thanks for watching!

[@pamcullen537]

Still loving working my way thru all your posts - thank you. Just got to persuade ‘him indoors’ to get making 😂 🦆💕

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Pam, good luck with the persuading! Thanks for watching!

[@RumahBubutRB]

Good job👍👍

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Rumah!

[@plusafdotcom959]

Same technique at 18:00 can be used to make a straight-tapered piece, too, like for a dibber!

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Yes! I use that technique to make rolling pins as well. Thank you for watching!

[@jlyssagraywolf7503]

Simply cute💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you J’Lyssa!

[@jlyssagraywolf7503]

@@TheKlondikeCraftsman can you stop at 15:19 or 15:37 and make it flat instead of a peak? I liked those designs.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

You certainly could! Whatever looks best to you.

[@lloydbrannan1002]

There is one problem I see is some people think they can use it for hummingbirds. Sorry they will never nest in it. Google it if you don't believe me. So selling it as hummingbird house would be a scam. You could use it as a knick-knack to put in your house like craftsmen's of this video states ornamental. And yes they very nice.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

100% correct, hummingbirds will not live in them. The large ones always get swallows or blue birds though. Thank you for watching Lloyd!

[@marcenariahobby7pallet]

Muito top parabéns ficou lindo 👍🇧🇷💯

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you!

[@sheryl5252]

i love this video idea. i can see why the response was so great.... but the music.... its a bit too mellow.... i was fighting sleep! maybe a little more upbeat? thanks for the great video!

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Sheryl. Music gets a lot of comments. Some love the relaxing aspect some do not. Other do not want any music at all. I mix it up now although when I do add music I still go for the calming stuff, it is excellent to watch before bed! I really appreciate you watching!

[@ScottHz]

please, just no techno/EDM/house music!😅

[@billk8579]

Very nice videos and ideas. New subscriber.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Bill! I appreciate you watching!

[@retiredforlife63]

Enjoying your videos very much. I am in the process of getting my first lathe. What did you use to put the 4 inch hole in the birch birdhouse?

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

I used a 4” forsner bit. Thank you for watching!

[@coffeecup1689]

Good day sir, I really enjoyed your tutorial. I noticed the blunt angle of your bowl gouge, and was wondering if you could let me know what type it is and who manufactured it. I look forward to your next video. Thank you.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

That is a record 5/8 bowl gouge with a 40-45 degree standard grind. Thank you for watching!

[@mrjoeyman]

What degree is that bowl gouge? That thing sure can eat!

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Hey! That one was close to 40 degrees I believe. It was ground on a wolverine jig. It is too short to sharpen now which is sad as it was my favourite. Thanks for watching!

[@brycemontano7786]

Thanks so much, I've already made 3 vases from a tree that was cut by my neighbor.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Bryce! I appreciate it!

[@brycemontano7786]

@@TheKlondikeCraftsman what would you list one of the medium vases at?

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

I would charge $2 per inch of height.

[@punkylovell2875]

Those r very cool. The one for outdoors do u use any sealer on the outside or just put out as is? Just wondering cause of weather.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

I make them from Cedar so I just let them weather but there are bird safe finishes you can put on the outside. I have also made them from pine to be painted. Thank you for watching!

[@stevecherry8147]

Great video . Just discovered your channel. I like your good, solid instruction as well as the nice music in between segments. My only question is how do you drill or make the 4 in. diameter hole in the large cedar bird house? Hollow turn? Super large forstner bit? Thanks

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Steve, I do use a forsner bit yes. I drill when the stock is square do it can be held more easily. Thank you for watching!

[@deckerdoesitdiy]

Just wondering how do you drill the 4" hole in the larger birdhouse. Is there a such thing like a 4" forster bit? Awesome video.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Yea I do use a 4” forsner bit. I made a jig for my drill press to hold the piece. I appreciate you watching!

[@clydew2357]

Great video, your a wonderful instructor. I was wondering what was the angle on your bowl gouge? thanks

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you! My bowl gouge is close to 40 degrees.

[@curtisstacy5829]

Great video. I was just looking at turning some bird houses. LOL. I was wondering if you need to put a marine varnish on the outside ? I am in Maine on the border. Thanks again for sharing.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thanks Curtis! You can put various finishes on the outside, just make sure it isn’t anything harmful to birds. If you used marine varnish it would likely need to cure for a very long time to be safe. Thanks for watching, I appreciate it!

[@lisak5274]

Super cute. The gouge you were using wasn’t as pointy looking as mine is, is there a specific name for the one you used in this video?

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you Lisa, that is a 5/8 bowl gouge with a 40-45 degree standard grind. Thank you for watching!

[@lisak5274]

@@TheKlondikeCraftsman thank you 😊

[@TerrapinCreations666]

Someday I'll upgrade to a lathe with reverse.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

It is very convenient Bill! Thanks for watching!

[@kerstin4516]

Oh, a house for bumblebees. Don't think we have such small birds over here

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

We have lots of them here but bees for move in sometimes. Thank for watching Kerstin

[@kerstin4516]

@@TheKlondikeCraftsman hi, its almost three o'clock in the morning here. Communicating with the world is wonderful. Anyone is awake at any time. Good night from Germany!

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

@@kerstin4516 to clarify on the birdhouse, the small one was only an ornament, the second was the usable one. good night to you!

[@niccaine]

Thanks for the great videos. I’m just starting out. I’d like to know what make and model lathe you use?

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

This is a Canadian made General 26020VS but you cannot buy these as the company closed several years ago. Thank you for watching!

[@niccaine]

@@TheKlondikeCraftsman Thanks. It looks a nice machine.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

I bought it new in the mid 1990s, it been a great machine

[@levihunter151]

What are hidden doors called?

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Hidden doors

[@leandroparada2694]

Good info. But why the music?

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Sometimes there are activities going on in the shop or outside noise that I don’t want in the video. Thanks for watching Leandro.

[@wasili-vx2zi9qt7r]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you!

[@pepsikills3353]

How did you drill the large hole for the full size house?

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

I used a 4” forsner bit in the drill press with an extension. I do have a jig to hold the square stock on the drill press. Thanks for watching!

[@user-sq3lh3tc3u]

супер

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Thank you!

[@cliffjulian7579]

I would like to have the plans for the bird house #2 this show. Comments # 74 please.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Hi Cliff, I don’t have plans for these, I just make them. For the birds I want to use them you just need a 4” diameter hole 8” deep with a 1-1/4” entrance hole that is about 6” up from the bottom. You can use any size wood you like that will house that hole size. Hope that helps. Thanks for watching!

[@cliffjulian7579]

Cliff Julian, can you send some plans for the bird house I have no lathe.

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

HI Cliff, I answered this in the second comment. Thanks for watching!

[@dwightcarlson7136]

Didn't quite get what that glue is called?

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

I use Starbond CA glue. Thanks for watching Dwight.

[@gillesetien5915]

Bla - Bla - Bla???????

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Yes instruction requires speaking. Thanks for watching

[@alpharomeo1134]

To much jibber jabber!..

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

I appreciate your feedback thanks

[@slyder2k6]

On the larger house, how would you go about cutting the 4" hole in the base? I know they make a 4" Forstner bit but is that the only way"

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

Hi Jonathan, I just used a 4" forsner bit and extension and used the same method as I drilled the small one in the video. I do have a jig to hold the big piece on the drill press. I think I will show that in the next video in the series in a few weeks. I realize that not everyone will have that capacity but wanted to show that the process was the same for those who could. Thank you for watching!

[@slyder2k6]

@@TheKlondikeCraftsman Thank you for the quick and concise response. Looking forward to future videos. Great work!

[@TheKlondikeCraftsman]

If you wanted and were equip you could hollow the opening on the lathe but then it is not a very cost effective item to sell.