As others have said, I want to say that I appreciate the focus of this video, how you broke it down, and how well you executed. I've been looking for videos on how to inlay, for something I'm going to do on a guitar, and this is the best video on the subject I've found. Thank you.

This is a valuable addition to my woodwork collection kzread.infoUgkxbnOKZBE4evMO5V2vroHeCjq6d_MV6wJO I still will rate this woodwork plan as the best in my reference library. It always seem to stand out from the rest whenever you go through the library. This is a masterpiece.

When sanding near a finished edge, I like to clamp on a sacrificial piece of wood to prevent rounding my corners and edges. Beautiful and impressive work. I am jealous of your router.

Not gonna lie, those chisels got me excited. They look like the highest quality and $80 isn't bad at all

@ookie4179

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah me too 😂 I’m sick of buying Stanley and dewalt chisels that last 2 uses. I’m going to invest in something nice that I can maintain.

@nathanpearce7169

2 жыл бұрын

Same here. He's making art with art

@iggysixx

2 жыл бұрын

I agree that they're probably worth it (especially since they're probably hand made)... But keep in mind that the price is per piece. (So 4 chisels = 320$) It's a good idea to start with cheaper ones to see which sizes you actually use / need.. And THEN upgrade :) Like.. I have a set of 4 (old) expensive chisels.. I use 1 of those. ;) So in retrospect, the rest of the set was wasted money. Also, learn to sharpen your own chisels. Even good chisels need sharpening fairly frequently - especially when you use them a lot. Best way to learn sharpening is using cheap ones. (As a bonus... Cheap chisels can become fairly decent chisels if you sharpen them well) Pro-tip (for those on low budget); Look for old / antique chisels from quality brands on flea markets and so on. They might need some refurbishing / rust removal / sharpening, but you can buy those for a few bucks a piece. (You pay the rest with the work it takes to make them usable again) Via that route... I have some 40-100+ year old chisels that you can shave with ;) - For those interested, check out the 'scary sharp' method (you can find that on KZread as well, as well as just using Google or something.. I think 'Modern Woodworking' magazine has an article on their (super outdated) website on that subject ;)) That method utilizes a hardened glass plate (1/2 inch thick or so) as a nearly perfectly straight surface, with several grades of specialized (3M) sandpaper stuck to it (goes from 150 up to 5,000/10,000 if I remember correctly) * [Works with cheaper sandpaper too - make sure it's for metal, and that you can use it for wet sanding too] Could save you a bunch of money on sharpening stones (which you can then spend on chisels instead). And also, you don't have the trouble of keeping your stones perfectly flat.

@jezfrench9435

2 жыл бұрын

My dad always said, 'buy cheap, buy twice'

Cam, thanks for talking about patience and explaining how the elm and walnut dust can help us recover areas where we were a little too aggressive! I really appreciate and enjoy your videos.

It is so awesome to get a glimpse into a master's process. This was really helpful--thank you!

Your whole video was spent on one task and you broke it down very well This was a great video.

@BlacktailStudio

5 жыл бұрын

Daniel Miller I appreciate that!

Love the extremely thorough explanation of everything, and beautiful work!

@BlacktailStudio

5 жыл бұрын

Oh, appreciate that!

I like how you showed what tools to use, that really helped me out. Great video 👍

Thanks so much for being as generous as you are with your expertise & experiences! You are an amazing craftsman!

Very nice video. I've never done an inlay (I'm a novice hobbyist). I feel like I can try this now. Keep up the good work and thanks for doing this.

All skills no frills. We need more KZreadrs like you!

@BlacktailStudio

5 жыл бұрын

Same as my wife says... ok she doesn’t, but I may start saying she does. And thanks!

So beautiful video. Clean and quiet. No noisy music. No unnecessary effects. Very good explenation. This is how a video should look like. Thank you!!

@BlacktailStudio

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Nicely shown and put together. You don’t have to apologise for the way you work - most of us probably don’t use brushes either. I hope you do show us how to make the knot. I’ve had a background yearning to try inlaying and your video inspires me to have a go.

@alexjohnson9580

5 жыл бұрын

I'm right with you and the desire to be able to do this.

Beautiful table and black tail knot inlay. Very informative video, thank you this will be very helpful when I try doing bow tie knots!!!

@BlacktailStudio

5 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks! Hope it helps!

I can see the definite need for quality chisels! I think that a lot of us, myself included, buy low to mid-level quality at first, but as we do more we go to the "top shelf" so to speak. Great informative video!

Very nice advises. Love how simple and straight you kept the video. Love the advise about chisels. I have been there.

Super valuable for a moderate beginner as myself. Thank you!

@BlacktailStudio

5 жыл бұрын

Happy to help!

I have watched and shared a ton of your videos. I just retired to Belize from California in late 2021. I love wood working but I’m no good at it like my brothers are. Belize has a lot of beautiful wood, but I haven’t seen a wood worker such as yourself here. I wish I could send you a link to my brothers work, but he doesn’t have a website anymore. He is primarily a wood sculptor as are many people in Belize. Decades ago my brother sculpted a guitar for Carlos Santana….something I think you would appreciate seeing because of all his inlays. I love your work and I will forever be a fan. Shirlene

I don't know how I found you, but I'm so happy I did. Thanks for sharing your knowledge it's so helpful for new makers.

@BlacktailStudio

5 жыл бұрын

Denise Wascavage oh good! I’m glad!

Artisinally crafted chisels from Portland! Nice vid, thanks.

That is so freaking cool! You did a great job on this vid. I have done woodworking for years but never done inlays. I will now. It takes woodworking to another level. It looks so good on walnut. great choice. Thanks for posting!

Excellent work, love the quality and how you show mistakes and how to repair them. Gives me some incentive to try it out myself. Love how you said belt planer when using th belt sander, lol.

You are an awesome carpenter . You do make it look so easy . Inspirational doesn’t begin to describe your talent!

Thanks for sharing your techniques, and showing the error. It's nice to see someone with your talent is also human.

Straight forward, really well paced. You always have a great way of getting out lots of info in an easy going manner. Keep those videos coming. Well done .

@BlacktailStudio

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Robert! I really try

Probably my favorite video/table so far. Love the legs!

This guy is freaking talented!!! Great video and explanation!!!

Nicely shot video and excellent tutorial. You're a brave man to free-hand route the inlay in the finished table.

Excellent video. Short and straight to the point without endless blabber. Thanks!

@BlacktailStudio

5 жыл бұрын

Jeff Miller that’s what I aim for!

I'm new to this wood working malarkey, and appreciate you sharing your knowledge and skill. Thank you.

@BlacktailStudio

5 жыл бұрын

Happy to share what I know 👍🏼👍🏼

This guy always produces quality work.👍🇬🇧

Finally!!!! A tool list I actually have 🙌👍 I was afraid you used a CNC machine. Great video, as a beginner woodworker, your video was comprehensible and educational

@BlacktailStudio

5 жыл бұрын

Amanda Hori glad you liked it!

Thank you for the tip on dust and CA with activator, exactly what was looking for!

Love these videos, the quality is great

Thanks for explaining all the tricks of the trade, super helpful !!

Awesome, love your videos. Fixing mistake is something I need to learn!

Great to hear you saying that you dont need a expensive marking knifs after I just purchased your damascus steel one. I think its a great way to support your chanel.

Beautiful!!! Advance techniques that were simple... So much learned in 7 min...

@youtukang

3 жыл бұрын

😊😊 yess👍

Loved the comment about wanting to rush things. I think we all do, lol. We want to see the finished work right now!

One of the best tutorials, I have watched

Best explanation of this I've seen so far. Thanks!

@BlacktailStudio

5 жыл бұрын

Oh thanks!!

Only just found this video. It looks amazing, can't wait to have a go for myself. Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

@BlacktailStudio

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Juil!

Very well done. Concise instructions with no padding. Too many KZread instructional video producers think they should star and get very verbose, creating 20 minute videos which could have been less than half as long. Well done.

@BlacktailStudio

4 жыл бұрын

That’s my goal! Thanks

Thank you, I am now feeling a little better about trying my hand at inlay work.

Amazing skill..totally in awe!

Great video, I havent tried to do any type of inlay like this before but it makes me want to give it a try!

I'm a professional (Extraordinary Woodworks, llc) and I love KZread woodworking videos! I like watching excellent work while I fall asleep, because when I can't be in the shop myself, I like to watch others work. Plus, you do this differently than I do, and I definitely learned something from you! In conclusion, while there are a lot of people who watch your videos as amateurs or non-woodworkers, many are active professionals!

@BlacktailStudio

3 жыл бұрын

That’s great to hear. I made this so long ago I think I didn’t understand that then

I have always been somewhat nervous about inlays... This helped me a lot thank you very much.

@BlacktailStudio

5 жыл бұрын

houseoffire72 yeah, I think all of us get nervous cutting into good wood. Glad it helped a little!

Those chisels are beautiful. Thanks for "making" me add these to my must have list.

@BlacktailStudio

5 жыл бұрын

Cary Cleland it’s why we watch these videos 🤷‍♂️

I don't do much woodworking at all, but may get into it a bit soon. This video make it look achievable. Thanks!

Nice tip about mixing the different wood dust!

Absolutely WOW! I agree with Cameron. Please make a short video on how to make black tail knot itself. You are a great teacher, besides being a master in your profession!

@BlacktailStudio

5 жыл бұрын

I’ll work on that!

Excellent video. Thanks!

Nice work,I like your honesty about the way you work.

Beautiful job! Thank you for all the tips, too.

Verry nice work! Thank you for the inspiration! 😄👌

@BlacktailStudio thanks for the lesson! Great explanation...I have chisel envy...I really need to get a higher grit stone... Love the overall design... once I get get good at inlay....I can use it to hide screws...cut the depth first, put the screws in and cover with inlay

It really turned out great!! Of course you make it look so easy, lol!! Nice one, thanks for sharing.

@BlacktailStudio

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!

Thanks for explaining everything I appreciate it

Very very kool video, I defiantly want to attempt this in my next project.

always fun to watch craftsmen work

That was a great video, no fluff, no extra nothing. This is how a "how to" video should be done.

@BlacktailStudio

3 жыл бұрын

I try!

I learned so much from that. And I loved your calm methodical presentation. Many thanks.

@BlacktailStudio

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Earl!

Oh I missed this old one. Very nice, Cam

Thanks for the nice video, very helpful!

Your videos are very informative n interesting

Awesome work! Thank you so much for sharing!

Excellent instructional video as it should be done.

Very nicely done!

- Thanx 4 a nicely detailed video on a specialized craft.

Happy customer.....that always makes it worth the effort. Well done!!

@BlacktailStudio

5 жыл бұрын

Thank ya!

Thanks for the tip! Nice work!

Great video. Keep em coming!

Awsome vid. Thanks for sharing 👍

Great skills loved the attention to detail

This was a great video !!! Thamks Cam

Just plain great video. I’m a newbie and learned a lot. Thanks

@BlacktailStudio

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!

Thanks again for a great video

i just finishe my first bow tie inlay. its a live edge hickory slab. i made the bow tie out of walnut. it looks good. i raelly understand now the importance of good chisels.

Marvellous job.

Great art work. Fantastic and very well explained

Awesome work Cam! On of my favourite people to follow on Instagram and love watching your full tutorials on youtube! Keep it up!

@BlacktailStudio

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Cam! And strong name.

@cambeckett8924

5 жыл бұрын

It's a good name;) check out my insta @creativewoodworksco@@BlacktailStudio

@BlacktailStudio

5 жыл бұрын

Found ya! You’re really good. Wish you were local. I’d love to contract projects out to you.

Really interesting ! Thanks for posting.

Thank your sharing this. I have always wondered how to do this. I am going to try this.

@BlacktailStudio

5 жыл бұрын

Excellent, let me know how it goes!

thanks for the pointers!

Great job. Both on the table and the video

@BlacktailStudio

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Beautiful work.

hahaha love the bit with the sawdust and glue. i used to make furniture and used a wax/dirt combo (yep dirt off the floor) to hide those tiny nooks and crannys

Hey man thanks a lot for the video! I found this really helpful and am looking forward to trying this again in my work.

@BlacktailStudio

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for saying so!

Gorgeous!

BT knot looks good and the mimicking in the legs is awesome. Love the legs.

@BlacktailStudio

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Murray!

Amazing...This was a great instructional video

we need more videos from you sir :) excellent work!

@BlacktailStudio

5 жыл бұрын

I’ll see what I can do!

That was a great video. Inspired me to take my woodworking to a new level.

@BlacktailStudio

4 жыл бұрын

Do it!

Wow... great workmanship and showmanship. Really enjoy your videos. You've earned my subscription.

@BlacktailStudio

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Great video. Love your presentation style.

Nice video. The table looked awsome, and the inlay was beautiful. Cheers.

@BlacktailStudio

5 жыл бұрын

Cheers friend

I get filled with dread doing some fine detail work when I’m carving. I always feel like I’m going to screw up. I’m also impatient, but I try to tame the beast. 😁 This is a very helpful video because it’s filled with great tips.

Wow! Very nice!