My designs are meant to be beautiful and functional. The saddest thing in the world is having something you treasure so much that you never use it. I am driven by a need to learn and try new things. If others join me in the journey, then it makes the path that much more interesting.
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Thank you for this! Household electrical (as opposed to automotive) scares the crap out of me. But your vid is informative, makes it look relatively simple, and like something I might be able to tackle. I've subscribed. Let's see what else you can talk me into doing for myself!
Yay! This is exactly what I want for my audience, the confidence to try something new and hopefully some good knowledge to get you started. If there’s anything you’re hesitant to tackle, let me know! I’m always searching for new ideas and sometimes I do projects and don’t bother to film because I think it’s just not interesting enough. Thanks for watching!
I I like the prodject and the design
Thanks! It was a ton of fun. I’m working on some new designs and can’t wait to share them.
I am confused as code requires gfci protection in garages but no tutorial videos show this? What am I missing?
You’re not missing anything. In fact I wanted to do gfci but couldn’t find a gfci 220 receptacle that worked for that specific plug. And I looked for a gfci breaker and couldn’t find it in the correct amp either. Now I did this project at a time where supply chains (yuck!) were at their worst so it was hard to find anything. When I had the inspection for this, and numerous other power upgrades, it passed with no questions. I have since added a “whole home” gfi to the sub panel that just does the garage to give some protection but technically having the gfci outlet would be best. Thanks for asking such a great question!
Nice.. If you bend the wires in kind of an s before you push the outlet in it is easier.
Great tip! Anything to save a little time and give my hands a break. Thanks for watching!
Just curious- why go to the floor? What would you hang that low?
Usually nothing and it’s just aesthetically pleasing. Sometimes I’ll make a bottom hanger for an item that is tall and being able to hook it low just keeps it from rocking - like a wheelbarrow. I’ll make a low bottom hanger that I can tilt the wheelbarrow forward onto and then a top hanger to secure it vertically to the wall.
This is an awesome build, well done! Is there a diagram of the cutiing and layout? My wife is a quilter and it would be fun to make it for her or her quilting buddies 🙂Thanks Doug
There isn’t but I have been wanting to make some plans. Wanna be my plan guinea pig? Pop over to my website and send me an email.
Great video! Thanks for sharing
So glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching!
I just found your channel... and loved the way you were able to take some else's design and figure out the way to build it....i think only thing different i would do is add a cross piece bestrewn the stand uprights... great job
Excellent suggestion! I’ve been experimenting with other stand options and appreciate your feedback. Thanks for watching!
Do you sell plans?
I don’t sell plans. But I have been thinking about it so check back. Thanks for watching.
Thank you! You're video gave me the extra confidence and knowledge I needed to wire a plug for my new saw!
Yay! I’m so excited you were able to get the job done. Thanks for watching!
Very nice. Just completed my first cutting board, for myself and now working on a 2nd one for my sister in law...
It’s an addiction! Thanks for watching.
Thank you for sharing. Everyone stay safe, warm, happy and healthy. From Henrico County Virginia
Virginians are the best! Thanks for watching.
Thank you for sharing. Great alternative. Definitely can just made additional units without the 45° cuts. Everyone stay safe, warm, happy and healthy. From Henrico County Virginia
I’m about to finish the last open wall in my shop with this system. I love finding new ways to organize with it. Thanks for watching!
Absolutely great information and demonstration………..
I really wanted it to be straight forward. Thanks for watching!
Your 3/4 plywood is birtch like your 1/4? So on the pricier side of plywood, but also really looks nice. Just wanted to make sure before i buy the wood.
Yes. It’s Baltic birch and marine grade because that’s all my lumber guy sells. So really nice with minimal voids (which doesn’t matter for the walls) but also more expensive.
Thanks, really looks great :)
My second question...where do you get your lumber? I am finding it difficult to find where I can secure 8 quarter wood. thanks.
I go to a local place called C.P. Johnson. The owner is great and I never have issues finding 8/4 lumber. They carry domestic and some exotics. If I need something super special I’ll travel farther to Frederick Lumber Company. They carry everything and I mean everything. I’ve found the best way to find your local dealers is to ask the local clubs. I’m in a woodworking and woodturning club. They are a gold mine of information and camaraderie.
Terrific video educating us on how you manufacturer your cutting boards. Like you I have a simple garage workshop in which my tools are limited as well as the working space. The shop safety and PPE is important too. Nice looking cutting board too. Thank you well done.
Thanks for watching and I’m so glad you enjoyed the video. I’m really hoping that over time I’ll be able to upgrade my tools but I want people to know that it’s not about the tools as much as it’s about learning to use what you have. Amazing things are being made in small shops every day!
I love quilt patterns for end grain boards. Paduak is beautiful but sure makes a mess. I feel compelled to send you a glue squeeze roller. Makes life much easier.
Even with fairly good dust collection, there was a thin layer of Padauk dust on my entire shop. I love quilting patterns and can’t wait to share the new ones I’ve been working on. There are just so many options! A glue squeeze roller sounds fun and probably works better than my hands 😂 thanks for watching!
Thank you for this concise, informative video. This was exactly what I needed, not a full story of “why” just a how- to video. Excellent 🤙🏻
So glad you enjoyed it. This was exactly my goal. Because electrical work can be fun but if you’re trying to learn the most important thing is that it’s clear. Let me know if there are other topics you’d like me to cover. Thanks for watching!
5:20 I've watched a ton of videos, and you're the first person I've seen do this without a push stick
I used a push stick when doing the smaller widths on the 1/4” plywood but felt comfortable making the wider cuts without. When in doubt, push sticks are always better. Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a thoughtful comment.
Nice design, but for the love of fingers, please get you tools up so your not kneeling on the concrete, and please stop crossing your arms around whirling blades. Push blocks!😧
Thanks for the tips! It was a frustrating time trying to make a stand for the jointer that allowed a good working height. Thank you for watching and I’m glad you enjoyed the design!
Very elegant. I'm just starting out myself with cutting boards. You designs are fabulous.
That’s great. Enjoy the journey. I think the best part about making cutting boards is just how many options there are. You can be so creative even if you just use one species of wood. Can’t wait to see what you make. Thanks for watching!
Better than me, i need a straight edge for cutting a straight line, awesome vid , Isubbed, hi from hull uk
This type of project is a great way to perfect those skills because it’s so repetitive. Thanks for watching!
Really beautiful boards. Excellent work, thanks for posting.
Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching!
You actually went over board on you sanding part with raising the grain. I just sand upto 120 then raise the grain then 400 and then season it. Never any problems
Great tip! Thanks for watching
I like that style of handle, allows use of both sides of the board. If you have one, Try a small curve scraper for the handle and grooves, much faster.
Excellent idea! I don’t have one that small but I love any excuse to get a new tool especially one that cuts down on sanding. Thanks for watching!
Nice are you married
I am and he’s my number one fan. But the spot for number 2 fan is still up for grabs. Thanks for watching!
Dang, you've got TWO 200A panels?
I know, right! To be fair they were here before I bought the house. I had no idea how lucky I was until I started on my wood shop journey and realized there was a ton of opportunity in those 2 panels.
I just found your channel and subscribed my wife is a quilter so you know what I am going to be making I have done woodworking all my life you are doing a great job and be safe
She will ❤️ a board that celebrates her passion. I’m so glad you’ve joined the channel and I hope to bring some more unique items this year that you can try out in your shop. Thanks for watching!
Im so impressed with the detail 👌. Love your hair 😍
Just making the plan for this board was a big job. It was my first attempt at a board that didn’t have a simple repeat. I learned a ton. My hair is a constant source of joy and frustration and it traps sawdust like you wouldn’t believe 😂 But like most things I try to have fun with it. Thanks for watching!
Well color me impressed it's a lot of work but worth it ❤
Would like to help 😁
BEAUTIFUL 😍
This is my favorite design. I think I’m going to start making it in different wood varieties just to let the pattern really pop. Thanks for watching!
Beautiful work Hot stuff. I'll keep watching 👀 😊
This project turned out better than I could have ever imagined. I’m glad you like it. Thanks for watching!
Wish I could help . 😁
Great job new subscriber here will be learning from you
Welcome! I’ve got a lot planned for this year and I’m really hoping to keep creating a learning environment. Thanks for watching.
Nice job. Beautiful board!
Thank you! It turned out well for one of my first boards. I’ve learned a lot since then. Still one of my favorite designs.
Thank you for the video. Great detailed information. I am planning to work on my first edge grain board soon and i will use some of your techniques. Nice to see all of the colors you were able to use in your board. I will keep watching.
Excellent! That first board is always a fun new woodworking step. My first edge grain board was super simple just maple and walnut. Can’t wait to see what you build. Thanks for watching!
Your J hook on the second hot on the outlet was done backwards. Other than that, good work.
Thanks! I’ll look into that and check to make sure it’s tight.
May I ask what type of jointer you use?
It’s a 10” wahuda bench top jointer. A great little machine.
You are too hard on yourself. You are 10 times that wood worker most of us watching the videos are
That’s really nice to hear. Imposter syndrome is rampant amongst us. Thanks for watching!
Beautiful job nice work I will be watching more of your videos
I’m so glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment!
Hi Firefly, I happened on to your channel while scrolling. As a long time wood worker i just wanted to comment. Your tutorial is interesting, informative, with some great tips. And i thank you for not videoing yourself sanding for 10 minutes. Nice job, great work, keep um coming!😁
I’m sure I filmed too much sanding in my earlier videos but I’m definitely working toward better videography/ editing so I appreciate that feedback! Glad you enjoyed it and even as an experienced woodworker felt it had value. Thanks for watching!
GReat video!!!
Thank you so much for watching and for taking the time to leave a comment.
Holy french cleat wall love it. Made my wrist hurt with all that hand sanding lol Bet you will be getting a drum sander soon. Nice work and your explanations of every step is great. I have been wood working for about 8 years now wish i would have had some videos like yours when i first started. Now i just need make videos.
I do love a French cleat wall. Just makes the shop feel cozy. The hubs got me a drum sander as a gift because he saw how much sanding I do. Game changer!I’m not sure I’ll show it alot in videos because it’s just not one of those things people typically have as a hobbyist. Please make videos! We need more woodworking content. Thanks for watching.
Beautifully done. Just found your channel, time to binge watch to see what else I can learn
Binge away! Please let me know if you have any special requests or suggestions for my next videos. I want to create an interactive learning environment. Thanks for watching!
Great piece of woodworking! I will have to try this sometime after I get a little more experience.
Thank you! This board has been super popular with clients. Can’t wait to see what you create!
Good work, I liked very much
Thank you! They were fun to make. I ended up keeping the padauk bordered one and it looks more beautiful every day. Thanks for watching.
why no juice grove
I don’t typically put them on my boards unless a client requests it. I usually recommend they have 2 boards, one for fruits/veggies and one for meat. Only a meat board would really need a juice groove. These boards are sort of a prototype to try out new patterns and experiment with different woods so they weren’t made for a specific client. I show my juice groove technique on my instagram if you want to see it in action.
And that is why I sold my dewalt miter saw.
I’ve recently made some changes as well. It’s a good starter tool and it’s useful if you need to take it to a job site. But it can struggle with hardwoods. Hope you found a great alternative!
Don't need a new blade, You just need the correct blade. When you're ripping hardwood or any lumber for that matter, You need a ripping blade. 24-32 teeth. Even your miter saw Would work a lot better if you had a forty eight or sixty tooth blade
Great tip! Actually ended up just cleaning all my blades and they worked like new. I tend to get combo blades but really need to consider the benefits of ripping blades for fast work. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment.
@FireflyWoodworking I actually have the exact same equipment as you. The first blade I bought for the mitersaw was a 100 tooth makita blade. At first I thought something was wrong with the saw. I didn't realize the blade was the problem. I switched to a 48 tooth frued blade and it was like a new saw. Especially cutting 8/4 stock. If somebody was walking buy while you were at the mitersaw and saw your silhouette, the might think O.J. was attacking you. Also, you can use 7 1/4 or 8 1/4 rip blades on your tablesaw too. The difference is amazing. The only issue is the blade is so thin you can't use your riving knife. Those blades are only around ten dollars.
I’m headed to woodcraft today for various stuff. I’ll definitely be checking out some new blade options!
I just watched your video and noticed that you had your push block at almost vertical angle at the jointer. If you cut a little rubber strip off going across the heel of the block and sand to bare plastic, then epoxy a small foot about 1/4 to 3/8 inch high. Hooking the foot over the end of the board makes it easy to push through the jointer. I use them a lot (just a thought). I do like your videos. 😀👍
I love this suggestion! I definitely struggle with wide boards especially as they get flat and start to almost suction to the jointer bed. I’ve also seen people use their tablesaw push stick with a heel. Thanks for watching and for leaving a fantastic tip!
What attachment is on your planer for the dust collection?
It’s a dust right conversion port. It converts 2 1/2” to 2 1/4” to fit my shop vac hose perfectly. I got it at Rockler.