Oak Storage Bench #4: The Panels
Hey! I figured out how to embed videos. Yay! Next step is to create the panels that will fit in the tongue and groove joinery of the frame. I chose 1/2” red oak plywood. That way I would have a 1/4”...
View ArticleQuick Update #1: Future Projects and Estate Sale Finds
Here is a quick update for everyone. If it is well received I’ll be happy to continue. I’d like to use the time to share future plans and discuss recent tool purchases and other things as they come up....
View ArticleOak Storage Bench #5: The Path to Glue-Up
A lot has to happen between cutting the joinery and gluing the panels. I had to fine tune many of the joints, repair some mistakes, and make some finishing cuts to the legs and arms of the bench. Once...
View ArticleOak Storage Bench #6: This Lid/Seat
No voiceover today. I needed just under 18” to make the top, so I opted to make the panel out of 3 – 6” wide boards. I chose 6” because that is pretty much the maximum capacity of my jointer. I got to...
View ArticleOdds 'N' Ends #7: Micro-Tapering on the Jointer
I call any taper that cannot be accurately cut on the table saw a micro taper. Usually anything under 1 degree. The taper I needed to cut was 0.2 degrees, so the only tool for the job was the jointer....
View ArticleQuick Update #2: 3/19/16: Garage Sale Finds, Dislikes, and YouTube Ads
In this update I discuss upcoming projects, a couple of sweet wood handscrews I found at a garage sale, and I talk about YouTube dislikes and ads. I hope you enjoy and join in on the discussion! View...
View ArticleOak Storage Bench #7: Conclusion
Thanks to everyone for sticking with me to the end. In this video I cover all the little things that have to happen before I can finish, as well as the finishing process itself. The bench turned out...
View ArticlePallet Workbench Build #1: Tabletop Lumber Prep
The time has come to start building my new workbench. I am using wood from some industrial size pallets from my work. The wood is some kind of spruce that came out of Hungary. In this installment I...
View ArticleWood Table Saw Wing #4: Router Plate Installation
If you have seen my previous video about my wooden table saw wing, you already know that I plan on using it as my router table. So the next step in the evolution is to install the router plate into the...
View ArticleQuick Update #3: Upcycling fences, countertop scraps, and a softener
In this video I cover some recent acquisitions. I plan on upcycling an old cedar fence I got from a neighbor. I hope to make a video of the process. I got a used softener for free that I will install...
View ArticleTilt-Out Wastebasket Cabinet #1: Stock Prep
I ended up with a lot of footage, so I am going to split the video up as needed to the time manageable. In this video, I start my new project which is a tilt-out wastebasket cabinet. As usual, I start...
View ArticleTilt-Out Wastebasket Cabinet #2: Assembly
Had to narrate this one. In this video I cover the final cutting and assembly of the wastebasket cabinet. I used pocket holes because they are easy and sturdy enough for this application. To further...
View ArticleFlea Market Friday #1: Big box of chisels and files!
This is the first in a series of videos I plan on making that reports on the cool tools I find at the local flea market. I won’t be able to release one every Friday, since they don’t always have...
View ArticleFlea Market Friday #2: Wedge 'n Sledge, Saws, and a Level
More awesome finds from the flea market.Getting close to 500 subs. Keep your eyes peeled for a giveaway once I reach that milestone.Splitting wedge and sledge – milling my own lumber from firewood.Can...
View ArticleShop Organization #2: Quick and Easy Lumber Storage Rack
I sold my old lumber storage solution which was… inelegant, to put it lightly. I am purposely storing this set of lumber outside, half because I ran out of room in my indoor storage, but also to have a...
View ArticleUpcycled Fence Project #1: Day 1
Day 1 of Fence Installation. Looks like we will be getting a lot of rain soon, so hopefully we will be able to get the work done between storms. View on YouTube Instagram:...
View ArticleFlea Market Friday #3: Frame Saws!!!
New week, new finds. Adding to my saw collection. So far, my local flea market visits have been very fruitful. I hope it continues. Thanks for stopping by! View on YouTube Instagram:...
View ArticleFlea Market Friday #4: Grab Bag (Box) O' Tools
More filthy tools from the flea market… View on YouTube Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thomaslightleFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/redbarnwoodworking/Twitter:...
View ArticleOdds 'N' Ends #8: Antique Frame Saw Restoration
If you follow my flea market series you will recognize the antique frame saw I picked up for around $7.50 As part of my 500 subscriber giveaway, the top prize was the saw featured in this video. Now...
View ArticleFlea Market Friday #5: Liquidation Auction
Quick update and this week’s finds. Summer is in full swing and that is the busy season for my Etsy store. On top of that, I am installing a wood fence in my back yard and I am finishing my basement....
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