I'm Jim Vander Schaaf and I’m here to help you have fun and achieve satisfaction with woodworking thru a variety of projects, educational materials and how to videos. I am a local Maine wood artisan, furniture builder, educator and author. I’m here to help you succeed, not show off my work. I promise to provide the best advice I can, or, if I don't know the answer, refer you to others who know.
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Very nice. I'm curious how you attached the bottom. Dados, rabbit, cleats? Thanks, I'm doing similar chest next month
@jslav-jj2xq. Thanks for your comment. I used a dado since they could be a bit of weight in contents in the chest. Do you use the new dovetail method?
Love the video it’s Alex your grandson.
Thanks Alex. Happy you like it
None better than David He’s the glue that keeps local woodworkers connected Thank you Jim
@Pownal. Thanks for your comment. It was enjoyable and David certainly deserves the recognition.
'bout time Dave's shop gets recorded. Great job, Jim. Thanks.
@michaelhetzel991. Thanks! It was a pleasure.
I really like to see other people´s shops. It gives me ideas on how to organize my own. Thank you.
@fabiomerlin8820. Thanks for your comment. We will be showing more shops, so please stay tuned
This was very informative, especially with the tools setup for multiple repeated projects. Many are much quicker than jigs. Thank you.
@larrylouis8528 Thanks for your comment. You clearly have some experience with woodworking and I appreciate your feedback.
@@jamesrvs You are welcome
I Loved every second of this! I feel like I could spend months at a time in there and be as happy as a clam. Thank you for not putting a bunch of music in the background. It is usually unnecessary and often at a volume that makes it difficult to hear anything else. Feel free to encourage the shop owner tell a short (2-5 Minute) intro about how they got into woodworking or perhaps some tips for newer woodworkers or maybe their most memorable mistake. We've all made them and, as embarrassing as they are, it creates a sense of being relatable. In any case thank you for making this and any future videos.
Hi @spambox1894 Thanks for your great comment! This is what I hoped for (but you never know). Good suggestions and thoughts about future (or mayby repeat with different approach) videos. We plan to have a wide variety of shops with very educational topics and definitely want to make them relatable.
Good concept. please check the video at the end as there is empty recording. David's shop is full of excellent examples of jigs and tool setups, shop org. ideas... which helps make the shop more efficient, creates fluid workflow, can be safer...such as the metal vice fastened on the wooden base - you could spend hours exploring David's shop and learn immensely from his obvious creative ability and wealth of experience. Well done James, David and daughter. Look forward to more.
@luket4678 Thanks for you comment! Will fix the end empty recording. Yes, David's shop is truly amazing. It's difficult but fun to create how best to show it in a video. I may come back later and look at some specific process flows. Again, thanks for your response
Nice work. Thanks for the video. I like the sawzaw blade usage. i once thought that a nice parting tool could be made by taking an old carbide table saw blade, and cutting out a parting tool shape from it. The blade would be cut out so that the very tip would include one of the carbide teeth of the blade. Have yet to do it, but i think it would work well. Nice bowl!
@JFPSolar. Thanks for your comment. I had tried to heat temper a piece of bar stock, but that didn't work. I think the metallurgy wasn't right, but I never found time to properly investigate. I like your idea about the carbide saw blade. Anything hardened like that will work. I want to just put a wooden handle on my sawsall blade - time will tell!
@@jamesrvs I recall that saw blade steel is very strong and certainly keeps an edge better than mild steel. However, I decided to make a parting tool that uses a carbide tooth. It cuts really well, and it's carbide so I'm sure it will last quite a while. Just uploaded a quick (pathetic) video on it. Best of luck with yours!
Just make the frigging bowl...not interested in your life, or that of your friends
I'm new to lathe - did you glue a second base to the bottom circle to attach it to the lathe?
Hi @Vrsetter Thanks for your comment. Yes, I did. I created the second base and made it round by turning it. Then with the centering holes, glue it to the bottom. There is an alternate method to accomplish this, namely use a Forstner bit to cut a circle into the base. I didn't do so since I did not have Forstner bits of the right size.
Great idea! I’ll try the Forster approach. Really appreciate the fast response. Really nice product!
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I have a craftsman 10” contract saw. Dust everywhere. I have a system for underneath. Now I want one for on top. I could adapt for my saw?
@bruceyoung1343 Yes you could adapt. I designed the system for adaptability. Please go to: www.downeastwoodart.com/available-project-plans/dusty-table-saw-dust-collector Thanks!
Drill a 1/16” hole in a3/4” piece of hardwood using a drill press.Now drill a 3/8” hole ,using a Forster bit using. the 1/16” hole to keep you entered about half way thru .I use it all the time and it works perfectly.
@waynetrojan. Thanks for your comment. Have you tried this method to make the hidden hinge? I have used your method and found it works initially, but over time the small hole gets bigger and out of alignment with usage. Hence I switched to the metal hole cutting method.
Good man, Keep it up and keep going please.
@tutzking3318. Thanks for your comment. I appreciate your thoughts!
Just one more question, how do we entice you to show us newer woodworkers the step by step of making that circle bandsaw jig??
@DebraJoyW I will keep your request in mind. Quite busy now with other projects
Great to see you dip your finger into the glue as just today I did the same.
@DebraJoyW. Thanks for your comment. Yes, dipping and spreading it on does work on narrow pieces. Sometimes I use a flat piece of wood to stress it smoothly on wider pieces
CAN YOU LET ME KNOW WHERE I CAN GET THE TOOL YOU USED TO DRILL THE HOLE INTO THE END OF YOU DOWEL, PLEASE. I'VE BEEN LOOKING FOR THAT TOOL FOR A LONG TIME. THANKS. YOUR BOXES ARE BEAUTIFUL..
@ferencgyulafia9951. Thanks for your question. Just a suggestion: When you type in all caps it means you are yelling at someone. So please don't do it! The answer to your question can be found at: robcosman.com/collections/woodhinge/products/rob-cosmans-wood-hinge-individual-jigs-3-8-inch
Thanks
@marks. Thanks for your thanks!
Fantastic build but you should get help with the finish. Yuck.
@fododude. Lol Thanks for your comment. I built that years ago when that finish was popular in certain quarters. I would not do it that way today. But remember finish is very subjective. Some folks like a glossy look - that does not make them bad people!
Hi James, I enjoied your video but still have some questions. How do i calculate the thickness of the wood and the width of the circles to make a bowl at 45 degrees? Thanks in advance
@josvanhoof Thanks for your comment and question! Are you living in Holland? I'm always interested in connecting to people who share my Dutch heritage. Here's what you do (for boards 3/4" thick): Make your board 10 1/2" (26.7 cm) x 10 1/2" (26.7 cm). Make the jig with the pin hole a radius distance away from the band saw blade when the board in mounted (this is so much easier to see visually). Cut the circle (diameter 9.5" (24.1 cm) on the board with the board flat (cut is at 90 degrees). Your next several cuts will be at 45 degrees. Drill 4 holes in the jig (each 3/4" (1.9 cm) from the centered hole, then move 3/4" from the last hole and drill hole, then move 3/4" from the last hole and drill hole, then.....). Tilt the table to 45 degrees and mount the board in the closet to center hole and cut a circle. Move to the next hole, cut a circle, ........ until done. Let me know if this is clear and understood? Adjust for different thickness boards - I could create a formula for this but have not so far.
Hi James, yes I am living in the Netherlands in Weert in de provincie Limburg. Thank you for your help. I will give this a try and let you know how it worked out.
Hi James, Sorry for the late response. Last week I received my bandsaw and i am setting it up now. Oce I get all setup I will make the board with the pvot holes and try it out. I will keep you informed. Next week I have to go to the hosputal for an operation n y back so i will bee out of my wood shed for a coupke of weeks.
@@josvanhoof7616 Take it easy with back operations - I hope you have a great surgeon! Love to see what you come up with for your project - please send pictures!
@@jamesrvsThank you James. I will take my time.
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4:00 I want to watch the video and make a wooden hinge What's the name of the beat that makes the hole in the middle of the neck Thank you.
@user-hx2zi8xd2v. Thanks for your comment! I've gotten a number of comments on this wood hinge (it's a clever mechanism). Check out Rob Cosman's tools at : robcosman.com/collections/woodhinge/products/rob-cosmans-wood-hinge-individual-jigs-3-8-inch. Tell him Jim Vander Schaaf sent you if you buy one!
@jamesrvs Oh very thank you. I'm in korea. I will buy!!! Good day~~
I was dealing with the same problem as you. I solved the dust collection problem under my table saw, by boxing it in and adding a 4" dust port but still when ripping a board up top the saw would cover you head to toe with dust. This overarm collector is an interesting idea and has me thinking. Thanks for sharing your idea. I usually watch many KZread videos to get ideas, then I'll design something for my shop. I'm sure a lot of us hobby woodworkers do this. Cheers
@cracker141 Thanks for your comment. I appreciate it. I just wanted to let you know complete plans are available for a modest fee at: www.downeastwoodart.com/available-project-plans/dusty-table-saw-dust-collector These provide you with all the details, dimensions and test videos to insure that you getting the complete results of many, many hours of design, development and testing.
@cracker141 Hey Aaron, I hope you are doing well and enjoying the holiday season. In keeping with the season of giving, I will make you a generous offer: Please purchase my plans for "Dusty", my dust collection system and if for any reason you are not completely satisfied within 30 days, I will refund your money. Not questions asked, just send me an email (my email is in the plans) and I will immediately send you a refund. The link is: www.downeastwoodart.com/available-project-plans/dusty-table-saw-dust-collector
Thank you, James for sharing this great design! I’ve been woodworking for many years as a hobby + lots of finish carpentry for the home. I use a contractor table saw and dust collection just isn’t good enough. May try out your design. Do you have any dimensioned drawings you could share? How is the boom fixed at its base? Thanks again - we only get one set of lungs, might as well take care of them!
@markduykers6603. Thanks for your comment. You can find detailed plans at: www.downeastwoodart.com/available-project-plans/dusty-table-saw-dust-collector
Instead of Plexi better use Makrolon, this is not splittering in case of emergency
@wthorwirth Good point - safety is key.
thanks for this, gives me a starting point for my own saw. i also watched justins video, if i can suggest putting a couple of threaded knobs in, one where the arm swivels on the tube to swing out the way, and one where the guard goes into the square box to hold the hood in place, it looks like an inch may not be enough to prevent the hood coming out if you accidentaly knock the hood when cutting, a threaded knob would lock both these into place preventing accidents, regards.
@kevinwillis6707. Thanks for your comment and suggestions. Both of those potential problems are solved in a different way with my current design. If you wish you can purchase updated plans for a modest sum at: www.downeastwoodart.com/available-project-plansy
www.downeastwoodart.com/available-project-plans/dusty-table-saw-dust-collector
Excellent video! Does the Lie-Nielson dowel plate give you a perfect 3/8" dowel? Just wondering.
@jd2150. Yes it does if you choose straight grained wood, which doesn't change the diameter, but reduces tearouts. Thanks for asking!
Hi James, your video was very helpful. Can you provide me with details on the stop block? What are the dimensions of the wooden fence extension? Thank you
It was interesting to see what was on your bench, the Johnson's paste wax in particular. My first can cost me $0.98 cents. My second can cost me $9.80 cents.
@dougk5456 Yes, prices never seem to go down!
WOW that is a Great result
@SilverBack. Thanks for your comment!
Bold and brilliant and a little scary all at the same time! I really like that you show when you make a little error -- I sometimes think blunder recovery is my best skill! Great job.
@mikerafferty1437 Thanks Mike. I believe revealing errors is fundamental to learning. Covering them up when we all make them is just subterfuge. My struggle remains with being more entertaining. Thanks for the comment.
Love the simplicity of this . Thank you for sharing and especially the dimensions. I am going to make one shortly. I subscribed to your video and hope to see more of your work. Thanks again James
Thanks for the comment and subscription. I made a detailed set of plans with several instructional videos for a modest price if you are interested. You can find them at: www.downeastwoodart.com/available-project-plans/dusty-table-saw-dust-collector
@@jamesrvs James when i go to the plan section i see some nice enlarged photos. My question is it looks like your using 4 layers of plywood so looks wider than your plans. Was this a first version of picture? Just curious. Also is your saw a 10 inch saw ? I have access to a lot of 2-1/2 by 1-1/2 to 1-3/4 wood. I am ripping these boards to about 2 x 1- 1/4 then gluing both together. Have access to lots of this wood . I am trying to decide of this plan should be thinner or as wider. Welcome to any advice in this manner
@@richardhinderer2057 Yes, I used 4 pieces of 1/2" plywood so that the 1 1/4" hole for the dust collector hose would have sufficient support (first version was not as thick). Yes 10" table saw blade Send me pics when you finish! Enjoy!
@@jamesrvs Thanks i will
@@jamesrvs Good morning or should i say good evening James. I dont sleep well and went down to my basement workshop looking at the collector head i made so far. I am ot happy with it and not happy with using old plywood. So back to the drawing boards and starting over. Be patient with me as i truly want you to see what i have made when it is done. I can salvage the plastic and screws but throwing the rest away. Starting with laminated 3/4 inch lumber i am glowing us. I am a perfectionist so sometimes i just don't see my flaws until a project is started. So i promise i will send the finish project in pictures. Maybe a week or so until i have got it done or so i can show pictures. Thank you again you have peaked my thinking cap again. Richard H
Love this video! Such a charming guy.
@dietlindvanderschaaf3964 Thanks for your comment! You may be too right. 😢
Is that a homemade bandsaw I see. Very nice! Impressive
Yes indeed. Made from plans and I'm happy to report it cuts thru an 8 inch log quite easily. I've also fine tuned it to cut thin veneers.
A great approach. Could also go directly into the studs as the placement of a coach bolt could be flexible. Can you please give the thickness of the board and the width of the two pieces (2" & 5"?).
Hi @cameronschmelitschek9485 Yes, it would be easy to to directly to the studs, but in my clients case, their were metal studs, and, I didn't want to use threaded rod and a tap and die set to create a female thread thru the metal stud. I much prefer handing off the wall with toggle bolts spaced at unequal increments to the stud spacing. Yes, the width of the board directly on the wal was set at 2 inches and then I had connecting boads of 5 inches and 7 inches. Thanks for your comment! Jim
hanging off the wall
Very interesting and very well made. The issue I’ve always had with the type of overhead dust collector is when I’m trying to cross cut long pieces. The vertical frame element always got in the way. My solution is a similar type of boom but fixed to the ceiling directly above the blade. I also made mine out of ply and plexiglass but I wanted a narrow cover (to allow me to still use when cutting thin strips) but also a 4” hose. So, my cover is made of 2 pieces of 18mm ply with 6mm plexiglass either side. The dust hose goes in from one side through a hole cut in the plexiglass. The whole vertical boom is adjustable in height (two pieces sliding within each other) and can be easily taken out altogether. So different - not better, nor worse - just made to my requirements. An essential element to efficient dust collection below the blade is the control of the movement of air. As you showed, all holes, gaps around the saw (in my case, the cabinet) should be covered in. Then you need to make sure that you have enough of a path through the blade insert to draw in enough air to take with it the dust. Standard inserts have wide slits to allow for tilting the blade whilst zero clearance inserts do allow for thin rip cutting. However, a zero clearance insert probably will limit the amount of air being allowed in to an extent to impede efficient air flow; therefore, it might be necessary to drill some “air” holes in the insert but not near enough the slit as to negate the benefit of zero clearance. That really is the result of all my trial and errors. I’ve been doing it for over 45 years and so I could fill pages and pages with everything that hasn’t worked out.
Thanks so much for your detailed and interesting reply. We have a lot in common and I appreciate your taking the time to share your experiences.
James, your hands are way too close to the router bit when making that dowel! That's dangerous.
Tom York Hi Tom and thanks for your comment. You are correct, it was dangerous. Since I made this video, I have become much more carefful. The close proximity can disappear in a mini-second if the dowel is grabbed.
@@jamesrvs Good, good, good. I am sure you can make a jig that can hold the piece while you're rounding it on the table.
well done sir 🙂
George O'Kane. Than you. I appreciate your feedback. Do you have a DeWalt Table Saw?
My concern with all of these is the blind spot created by the wood in the middle structure, perhaps some sort of solid plexiglass or acrylic material would be safer>???just a thought
Paolo Accomando, Thanks for you comment. I understand your concern and have given this some thought. My dust collector is easily removable, and hence I know where the blade is relative to the collector, and, I can easily see it. My collector is made of plexiglass and one can easily see the blade. Once I started using it, my concerns disappeared. Check out the plans I've made: www.downeastwoodart.com/available-project-plans/dusty-table-saw-dust-collector
how far apart are the pin holes on your board and thank you for the video
Hi toby's sawdust, Thanks for your question. I used 3/4" spacing for the angled cuts on the band saw. This works fine for 3/4" or 13/16" thick boards. Hope this helps? I can also give advice if your boards are a different thickness or the band saw is set at other than 45 degrees.
@@jamesrvs thank you and i hope your friend is doing ok
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“Dusty, you suck.”- love it!
Woodglut comes with very useful plans with all the details you need.
My adventure with woodworking started with Woodglut.
Hi Jane,. Happy to hear you're into woodworking. It's a wonderful activity. Send along some pics of what youve made.
Your book took me here. I am trying to learn woodworking at 52yrs old, being semi retired. Learned about your boom from Stumpy Nubs. I really wish I could send you pictures of things I built, just to get your thoughts. Consider me subscribed. Thank you, Master. Dan
Hi Dan, I sent you a reply from my Facebook DownEastWoodArt page. Yes, please send pics, would love to see what you've done. Jim
Hey Dan, How's your woodworking going. Love to hear what you're doing. Please ask any questions if you have them. I just got started in using a lathe and am enjoying it. I chose not to spend big bucks and so far I'm happy with what I bought.
Love it. Thanks for sharing.
Edgar Perez. Thanks and thanks for sharing your comment!
James - thank you!! How would I obtain the pattern of the wood cutout? Do you have a template available for the shape of the cutout?
Hi Gary Allen, Yes you can. I'm in the process of making a project plan that I would sell for the whole tablesaw dust collection system. Plus I have some new improvements that I haven't yet videoed. I would sell this for a modest $10. If your are interested, let me know?
@@jamesrvs Yes, I am interested. Would love to buy the project plan. Thank you - Gary
Hi Gary, I've put together a complete detailed plan (written plan with graphics, 1 hour of video (how to build, usage suggestions, testing, etc.) and SketchUp files. All is available for a modest price at: www.downeastwoodart.com/available-project-plans/dusty-table-saw-dust-collector
Sweet hinge may I ask where you purchased that yellow ball pein hammer. Would love to procure one for my collection.
Hi gA. Thanks for your comment! I believe I got the ball peen hammer from True Value, but it's been a long time ago. You can probably find one on Amazon or your local hardware store.
I think you know, but when not: van der schaaf is a Dutch name that means (from the) plane. Coincidence does not exist
gerrit siesling Thanks for your comment. Yes, I do know, and, the other coincidence is that my great, great grandfather ran a shipyard in Friesland, and I am a yacht delivery captain as well. How about any coincidences in your family?
Hello, could you share the link for the webbing that you found on etsy?
Aileen O The linen I used was very similar to an Etsy listing, although from a different supplier (no longer on Etsy). See below: You might be interested in my recent video of The Boat of Eternal Return youtube.com/@jamesrvs www.etsy.com/listing/1208200532/pure-linen-tape-by-yard-twill-tape?gpla=1&gao=1&&Cj0KCQiA14WdBhD8ARIsANao07i3x0JQbBoXXjO66hhGKcmxTWJbE-zIeJhQ_15GRG8vjzmKDJzT0TAaAgpcEALw_wcB_k_&:pla-295604194502_m__1208200532_562672321&gclid=Cj0KCQiA14WdBhD8ARIsANao07i3x0JQbBoXXjO66hhGKcmxTWJbE-zIeJhQ_15GRG8vjzmKDJzT0TAaAgpcEALw_wcB
Are you running the saw and the shop-vac for the overarm dust extraction on the same circuit?
Hi Tim Romano. Yes, I am and it's a 110 volts 15 amp breaker. I've had breaker trips when I had other power tools running, but have been able to run the Rockler dust collection motor, the shop-vac for the overarm, and the saw simultaneously with no problem. If the wood has built in stresses, I use wedges to reduce clamping on the saw blade and this works fine. Thanks for your question!
Hi Tim, I've put together a complete detailed plan (written plan with graphics, 1 hour of video (how to build, usage suggestions, testing, etc.) and SketchUp files. All is available for a modest price at: www.downeastwoodart.com/available-project-plans/dusty-table-saw-dust-collector