Building a Set of Dining Chairs
Тәжірибелік нұсқаулар және стиль
In early 2019, I started building a set of Arts & Crafts style dining chairs. The process was an exercise in maximizing efficiency and developing methods of repeatable production in a small shop setting.
The set consisted of two arm chairs and four side chairs and made from premium Pennsylvania Cherry. All of the mortise and tenon joinery was done using the PantoRouter. The exposed through mortise and tenons are wedged with Walnut accents and pillowed to a smooth polish. The crest rail and back rail both have a slight curve matching curve, and the back splats have a serpentine curve for lumber support.
A huge thanks to Michael Colca, a furniture maker based out of Austin, TX , for allowing me to make a replica of his chair; and to Philip Morley for mentoring me through many of the jig making processes.
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This video was a long time coming. I really enjoyed seeing the progress on Instagram. It's nice to see it all here in this video. Great craftsmanship, documentation and presentation, Huy.
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Jay! I appreciate the feedback.
@bryangreifinger8356
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the headsup on this channel Jay ! Well worth the watch !!!
Not only is your craftsmanship top notch, but this video is is wonderfully shot and edited. I really appreciate that you clearly and succinctly explain how you are doing something. I will be watching all you videos henceforth!
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I appreciate the compliments.
Wow, such detail! Thank you for sharing your process!
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
Fantastic build, love the craftsmanship and attention to detail.
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
That was awesome. The chairs turned out beautiful.
Beautiful!!!!
That was an amazing build.
Great to see your videos again!! Always appreciated the thorough presentation.
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
Beautiful work. Very simple details. Very elegant.
An absolutely amazing project. Your craftsmanship and attention to detail is of the highest level.
Fantastic.
Nicely done. Loved it.
That leg indent was a nice touch. I think that made it my favorite chair build i've seen this year.
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! It's a detail I'm really happy I added.
Gosh the pantorouter is so amazing. I've looked at one a few hundred times and every time I back out.
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
It's a joinery system to really think hard about. I'm constantly finding out new ways of using the machine.
It's such a pleasure to watch you work and an honor that you use the PantoRouter for your projects. Your use of jigs and repeatable setups on your tools is genius and your videography and voice-over is impeccable. Thank you so much for the time you take to make and share your videos. You are an inspiration to all who enjoy woodworking!
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Mac! You guys helped me a ton with understanding how to use the machine to its capacity. It was worth the investment.
Best chair I've ever seen. Beautiful.
You have incredible skills and they show admirably in the resulting chairs. Just gorgeous work.
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I've definitely learned a lot through this process.
Wow, just wow. Everything about this is brilliant you are awesome
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you much!
Fantastic!
Must say your use of jigs is amazing... definitely saw multiple tips I hope to remember in the future when building...Thanks!
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
Absolutely amazing craftsmanship! Very inspiring!
Beautiful work👍
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
Excellent work! Loved the detail with the wedges.
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
So glad you started posting videos again. Amazing work, Huy. You're a great teacher.
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Dan! It's something I've been working on.
Awesome build
Very nicely done!
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
VERY good. 21st century craftsmanship.
Great video and work!
This was incredible to watch. I loved seeing the way you utilized all the different jigs. Great video, can’t wait for the next one!
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank thank!
Fabulous build!
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
Watched it and all I can say is WOW! You make it look easy. Your use of the concave jig on the bandsaw to make the curves was genius. I have never seen that technique before. You have obtain such a high level of expertise. Thanks for sharing - I know the video and chairs represent a lot of work. It has definitely provided tons of information and inspiration for us all.
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the kind words. Thank you for watching.
Beautiful. Good use of jigs to help simplifying the process.
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! It was the only I could effectively reproduce these chairs.
GREAT video!
Very very nicely done.
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you
Those chairs came out fantastic. Great job!!
I really enjoyed this video. I had a cold beer and just sat back and relaxed. I especially loved the methodical approach... and jigs. Loved the jigs!
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Wow! Sat back with a cold beer? Very much appreciate you watching!
Awesome job Huy! the amount of planning and prep work you did really shows, and on top of that you produced a top notch video of it! I always enjoy watching your videos. Thanks for sharing!
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching
@brewbuilds
4 жыл бұрын
AlabamaWoodworker you bet man!
Great video and process!
This is by far My Favorite woodworking video ever. I have to say I have gotten burn out a bit on wood working and woodworking video but your video is crazy awesome. I love the calm voice over and felt the information was very informative and spot on. The use of all your tools and machinery felt like it could be used as a demo or why you would want to buy the particular machine and has reinvigorated my spirit for woodworking crazy as that sounds. Keep the great videos much appreciated
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
I'm really happy this offered you some inspiration and vigor. Thank you for watching!
Great to see vids again
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
This is one of the best videos ive seen for making chairs....awesome
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
absolutely wonderful video Huy! Those chairs came out amazing! Thanks for sharing!
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Brent!
Wow. Just wow. My daddy was a cabinet maker practically all his adult life and I spent many hours working for and with him doing various things. Woodworking has come a long, long way. Very impressive. Your craftsmanship is exquisite.
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I'm sure much has changed since. Thanks for watching.
That is some lovely work
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Thanks for watching!
@samrix5793
4 жыл бұрын
@@AlabamaWoodworker just going through some of your other videos with great admiration
This was just awesome to watch! Amazing craftsmanship and you did a an excellent job of showing and explaining the process.
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I'm happy you feel as though the material was expressed clearly.
About time, lol. Ever since I watched the short video have been anxiously waiting for the full video and here we are. Superb work.
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I know, I've been sitting on this footage. But I'm determined to be posting a lot regularly.
Intensive craftsmanship
Absolutely incredible craftsmanship! Not to mention a top quality video production. Thank you.
Amazing work, the chair looks amazing.
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
Gorgeous design man. Love the attention to detail and batch flow of your processes.
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Admittedly, it took a while to figure out the best way to batch out each process. All new territory for me but I'm very fortunate to get the opportunity to learn all of this while building for a client.
Very nice work.
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you
Awesome
Lovely
gorgeous result!! nice work.
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
Impressive!
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
Awesome video as usual. Glad to see you back!
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Happy to be back.
@sean1hanna
4 жыл бұрын
AlabamaWoodworker lol... I ALMOST gave up hope. 😂.
Great project. Love the jigs. Subbed.
Outstanding video. Really enjoyed watching and learning. You’ve got a terrific approach and I appreciate your craftsmanship. Thank you.
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
Nice work. The cherry will age beautifully.
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Definitely! They're already starting to darken beautifully.
Great Job, Huy. Glad to catch another video on KZread.
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
Absolutely fantastic job. It was a pleasure to watch!! You are very skilled.
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I appreciate the compliment.
Huy. Reminded of how smart you work. This is amazing. Love your incorporating of jigs, tools, smarts. Missed seeing your stuff sir. God gave you an amazing talent. Thank u for sharing a little of it with us.
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
Well done mate. Always a neat job from you.
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
Very nice
Really fantastic work Huy! Shows how a good solid plan, jiggery, and a highly skilled craftsman can produce such a fine product. I'm sure your client was very happy, I know I would be!
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Guy! Means a lot coming from you.
I really enjoy your videos. Thank you for sharing. I think they're the best woodworking videos on KZread.
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your kind words!
Very impressive build, Huy and a great example showing the planning and concentrated work that goes into the crafting of such a complex piece. Your design, with the cloud lifts and proud tenons was quite exciting. Congratulations, all around.
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! It definitely took a lot of planning but worth the effort to get consistency.
Been following you on IG during this build. Very impressed with the jigs and planning involved in this project. Great video.
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for following along and watching!
Very nicely done Huy!
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Bob! Means a lot coming from you.
Dude it’s been a long time since I’ve seen a woodworking video that’s filled with so many tips and tricks. Absolutely enjoyed it and worth the watch. And the chairs look beautiful
Super enjoyable video. Your fixturing was especially enjoyable. I am retired from the furniture manufacturing business. When you are making hundreds of chairs at a time good fixtures are a absolute must. We used to get by the tear out problem on up hill cuts by using two shapers set up side by side with one running reverse rotation. Glad I happened upon your channel and will be a regular viewer.
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
I'm very happy you.i appreciate the jigs and fixtures. They were very neccessary.
Nice Shop man, and very good video
Awesome jig inspiration and gorgeous build. This vid earned you a new sub!
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
Wow! Learned a lot. May have to get a Pantorouter.
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
It was integral to me producing these chairs.
Amazing work Huy. Great job. MD
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
Eu como aprendiz fico contente em ver as explicações dos profissionais em marcenaria, repassando suas dicas e habilidades! Só gratidão! 😂
Masterful 😊😊
I must have said "WOW that's such a cool method/Jig"at least 5 times. Fantastic build, and great videography again ! Thanks for taking the time to film and share with us.
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! That's what I was hoping for. The point of the video was to convey information, so I'm happy you gained some insight.
Wow......You are one organized builder ! I just subscribed !! Thanks so much for sharing !!
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
Smoothly ✋ modiling here!!
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
Super helpful video; thank you Huy! My next project will be a set of Stickley 353 chairs and I was concerned about the strength of the leg-to-rail joints. Your though tenon and screw design of those joints is a huge improvement over a short tenon and I will implement something very similar. Also lots of helpful tips on your website.
Well done. Not exactly a DIY video for us makers, but great work just the same. Thank you for the video. Great craftsmanship. Cheers!
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Definitely not a DIY project. This was a commissioned set of chairs that took 6 months to complete. There are many levels and types of makers. Personally, I consider myself on the lower end of furniture makers, given what I'm seeing from other seasoned furniture makers with similar setups.
Outstanding build... Your narration reminds me Mike Farrington at "The Boardroom"... 👍😊
Wow what a excellent piece of craftsmanship! Your use of templates is the way to go. I have a work in progress which are Stickley side chairs and have used templates to make the various parts. Bravo!!
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
The templates were a huge help! Thank you for watching.
Man that looks great fantastic looking chairs i can only imagine how long all that took you! Patience is a virtue!
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
100% It took a ton of patience. There were several days I was unmotivated. I wish there was a way to portray my instances of discouragement.
Huy I can't say enough good things about this video and build. I can tell you put a lot of time and effort into it. I also appreciate the effort you put into producing your videos. The videos are always in focus with great camera angles. Your voice over work is very clean with just the right amount of background sound from the shop. Nice job and Roll Tide of course! :)
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Jeff! Yes, it was a lot of work but it was worth the experience. Roll Tide!
Спасибо, было интересно!
Yeah, I built a picture frame today... But this...was amazing! Awesome video and even better craftsmanship. WOW!! I'm subscribed.
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Hey, I've seen since very impressive and intricate picture frames. 👍
@snapjamwoodworks710
4 жыл бұрын
@@AlabamaWoodworker LOL! But not mine. Seriously... your chairs win the internet today.
What a great design and build. U have done a excellent job. I have built some Stickley Dining chairs so I can appreciate the amount of work u did. I also have also used the Darrel Peat (G&G) recess, I t does wonders for the looks of a square leg!
I love this style of video. You take your time and it's very informative. Great job on the chairs as well, they came out beautiful. I also love your shop. Seems like it's set up for a seamless work day. Subscribed!
A pure pleasure to both watch and learn from. Great work and work ethic. New subscriber here.
Top quality work, chairs are arguably the most difficult thing to master in woodworking and you have created a really repeatable process here. I love some of the small details like the little scallops at the foot of the legs and the proud walnut screw plugs. I'd love to try a project like this, I more or less have the setup to achieve it but don't know if I have the time to put into it. First time on your channel, most definitely subscribed. The thing I like most about your video style is the pace of the video, many channels would get a 5 or 6 part series out of this and I just loose interest in those. This is direct and to the point which I really like. Top man!
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Chairs are definitely a challenge. Thank you for watching!
I've been following you on Instagram for a couple of years and just found your KZread channel. Nice work. I enjoyed this video.
Great video Huy. You don't see chair builds on KZread too often. keep it up.
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! You're right, not too many videos on making chairs on KZread.
Dude you did awesome job, liked & subscribed!
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
Wow! They look great. Now you need to find a place to store all those jigs :)
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
That's the problem, storage.
Dear Sir, Despite the high quality work & finish of your project, what I admire the most was the ingenious use of custom built jigs to achieve such an ambitious challenge. Obviously being an engineer helps a great deal I hazard to guess. Maybe one day you could devote a video to the exclusive demonstration of jig making? Very well done. Kind regards.
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for the kind remarks.
I really enjoyed the video. Your craftsmanship is well above my pay grade. Kudos my friend... I wish people would watch your videos and actually learn something about woodworking. You deserve much more recognition for your efforts.
excellent craftsman....way above my pay grade :)
@AlabamaWoodworker
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
Glad to see you getting some work done, I was wondering after watching your nice bench being made!