Cupboard: Box. Bookcase: Box. Router table: Box. House: Big complicated box.

Is it me or is this guy the most likable dude around? I don’t subscribe to much but I did to his channel.

"If you're completing projects made out of wood, you're a woodworker". Sometimes we all just need permission to do what we enjoy, our way.

An old carpenter friend told me years ago " a good carpenter isn't the one who makes the least amount of mistakes but one that can hide the mistakes the best"

Loved the positive, anti-elitist encouragement here. Very excellent video. Thank you.

Turn the crappy side against the wall ? I don't have that many walls.

“If your are completing a project with wood, your are a wood worker”. Best quote ever. Many Thanks for supporting Rookies. 🙏🏻🙏🏻

I am just starting out making things out of wood since I moved into my own place. I used to watch my male relatives make things like porches or tables and be told I wasn't able to do it because its a "mans job." Watching your videos really helps me stay motivated and remember that I can do anything I want to do, it just takes work.

Here are a few I even continue to remind myself: 1) It's ok to make mistakes. 2) Dry fit before you glue/screw/nail 3) Measure twice cut once 4) You can't hold it tight, use a clamp/vice 5) It will take longer than you expect

Great video overall, it shows the wisdom of a lot of experience. Here are some points from my experience: 1). I agree the woodworking projects don’t provide the cheapest option for a piece of furniture. I have found that it provides a high quality piece of furniture at a price that is competitive with the cheapest discounts store option. 2) Don’t buy large sets of tools like drill bits. You don’t need every size graduated up by 1/16th of an inch. There are probably 3 or 4 sizes that you will use repeatedly use so buy those. I keep a multipack of 1/8” drill bits because they sometimes break and I use them a lot. Then 1/4”, 3/8” and 1/2” tend to be fine for almost everything else. The same advice goes for router bits etc. other sizes should be baught individually as needed. 3) “Incorporate it into the design”. Is what I was taught early on by ole’ Coach Tuttle. That means that if you have a flaw in the wood like a knot or you ding it up in some way then seek to incorporate the flaw into the design of what you are building. There are limits to this but in general it works like a dream, particularly for funky wood coloring or grains. 4). When buying pine lumber it is better to buy from 84 Lumber or local lumber yards. Their wood is much more stable than Lowe’s and HD. The big box stores want to offer wood with minimal knots so they take the cuts from the middle of the tree which is the least stable wood in the tree. If it is straight in the store it is because it has been strapped in a bundle so when you get it home and let it set for a day or two it will no longer be straight. 84 Lumber and local lumber yards have the better wood cuts for stability. This is primarily an issue with 2-by wood dimensions. I hope this helps someone.

"There are no mistakes, only happy accidents." - Bob Ross

I'm just starting it as a hobby and you've already stopped me from the major hassle of ripping apart pallets. Thank you!

"What's that brilliant, blinding light over there?" "Oh, that just Steve's incredible attitude of positivity and encouragement."

Something my wood shop teacher used to always say that stuck with me: "If you want it done faster, slow down." I would wager 90% of the mistakes I make are from rushing something. Now I've got to take even more time to fix the oopsies. The great thing about hobbyist woodworking is you aren't under the pressure of a deadline. Take the time to enjoy every step of the process.

"Don't point out your mistakes" Thank you for this! My first bit of woodworking ever was making a stand for my brand new table saw over the weekend (bending over to cut wood isn't very good for the back). It's not very level, or sturdy, but I'm low-key proud of it.

Thank you!!! I don’t have a huge budget for tools. I’m never going to be a professional so I bought some Less expensive tools to build out a series of boxes to make a camper in the back of my truck. I’m OLD and just want some tools that will last a few years. I don’t feel badly now that I went cheap(er). I grew up with 2 woodworkers in my life and though I’m really late to the game I have wanted to do this for too long. I’m biting the bullet and doing it! Thanks for your encouragement!

I have been woodworking fo 50 years, this video is the best woodworking you will ever get

So much truth on tools, but you forgot: "You'll probably need exactly two more clamps than you have." ^_^

Something that I learned when setting up my workshop is to use 3" casters. The larger casters roll so nicely you'll thank yourself every time you move a tool.

"You can have a fully functional woodshop in the space it takes to store a lawnmower and a few bikes" Me in my apartment looking up at my ceiling-stored bike: 😮

Another tip for beginners. Go to goodwill or thrift stores to get damaged furniture cheap then fix it and sell it. You'll learn tons trying to copy the original look. And you may even make a little change doing it to fund your bigger project.

"The other 25% are live edge resin river tables". This is going to make me laugh all day.

I really appreciate your encouragement to newbs not to get too wrapped around the 'must have fancy tools / must be perfect / must, must must...' trap. My first ever project was making a set of lifeboats for my ship model. I used a tree branch and a jack knife. In the half-century then, I've built all manner of furniture, kitchen and bath cabinetry, turned bowls, magic wands, house framing, etc. But nothing has ever surpassed the satisfaction of that first whittling adventure. It's all about the work.

after watching this video, i went into weekend woodworking and in ~12 weeks i've prepared almost 20 different things mostly kitchen & daily use items like Trays, Cutting boards, shoe rack, coffee table, center table, etc. etc. thank you Steve. You are truly an inspiration for me.

Let me get a little personal here. I just ended a very difficult relationship and decided to embrace my woodworking passion. I never made anything that was worth showing to someone, most of my projects were attempts to solve some problems but turned out worse than the problem itself. I almost gave up on trying; Then I found this video. I watched it before, but never in a moment like this. I needed to hear this, and it changed my mind on giving up. Your enthusiasm and positivity towards new woodworkers are amazing. Thank you.

one part in particular stands out for me and it’s this: “you created something... from nothing! just let that sink in!” THANK YOU! you’re absolutely right! i needed to hear that. other people probably did too! THANK YOU from Seattle!

Hey Steve. Been a woodworker for about 25 years. You pretty dead on with everything you said in this video. Learned the basic from my dad. Honed my skills through trial and error. But it's always been a matter of pride for me to make something out of nothing and thinking outside the "box". Great insight into the world of woodworking.

Hi Steve, I am a brand new retired lady with ALL the toys and puttering under my belt. I am now ready and able to learn and to get serious when I hit on your youtube. I love your style and sense of humor and stopped weeping hysterically when you said you make mistakes!! I tried to make a box. Like your wife's knitting box. My first box. No drawers. Just 4 sides and a bottom. Six hours later, 2 complete 4x8 plywood boards and contemplating heavy drinking, I quit for the evening. [I don't drink so that part was pretty drastic.] I discovered my FENCE is off, my boards were not flat to begin with and no amount of screaming and crying were going to make things square. I'll get there. Thanks for being you. PS I'm a retired RN. I kept watching the scratch on your arm for infection. In the shop and with all the dust, I would have advised a long sleeve shirt, but that's just me. Looking forward to being a student with you.....

I watched The New Yankee Workshop from 1989 till he ended his show. I bought a cheap table saw at Lowes and made a set of saw horses that Norm had made and I was hooked. We didn't have youtube back in 1996, it all came from watching Norm and This Old House on PBS. I upgraded to a newer older Craftsman table saw and made a set of screen doors for my shop I shared with my retired neighbor. I found books at Ollies and magazines that I would use the pictures to build projects from desks for my kids to Shaker tables for the wife. Most of my tools have come second hand and now off of Craig's list. I would love one day to have a Saw Stop, I did cut the tip of my right thumb off not with a table saw but with a band saw. Now I am just really more aware of the saws and would like to have one for the safety. One other thing, don't be a troll, people. I just turned 58 and I am still not to the point where I feel comfortable in life to tell anyone else how to do things the best way. I enjoy pocket holes, dovetails, and all the other ways to join material together. If someone takes the time to make a video be nice and give encouragement and don't pick on the small things. It isn't easy to put out content every week or every other week. Appreciate the Maker's taking time to show us their work and what they do, we all do things differently and that's the cool thing about what we all love to do. Be yourself and enjoy watching someone build something. I find several new people a week to follow who may be put out one or two videos a year. I found Steve many years ago when I did a search on Norm and Steve popped up talking about Norm retiring. Been following him ever since. Be nice to each other and share ideas because that's what this is all about.

You are like the Bill Nye of woodworking.

You just made it from “Who’s this guy” to “You’re my hero” in less than 2 videos. We don’t deserve you, but ever so thankful for you today. Keep it up, pleeeeease!!❤

Thank you so much for the tips. I just inherited my dad's woodworking tools and I'm having a blast. He is my biggest encourager. I love how you said don't point out your mistakes. My biggest issue right now is that I can never line up the screws perfectly, but you mentioned a laser, great idea. I also have noticed , because the price of lumber has skyrocketed I look for wood everywhere. The other day my son and me were driving and this huge truck just started dropping off two by fours on the highway. I looked at my son and said let's pick it up! He said mom we are in the Miata! Thanks again

When I started out I had so many guys telling me I was doing it wrong (no solutions, just wrong) or using the wrong brand, or that what I was making was just girly crafting not woodworking. I wish I had been able to hear your speech about ignoring the naysayers back then. Your words have reminded me to be an active encouragement to those around me and drown out the insecure haters. Thank you!

"the other 25% are live edge resin river tables." 😂 Never thought I'd LOL from a woodworking video

I've been a teacher for 13 years, and after leaving the classroom in January I'm embracing my artistic side. My grandfather and dad were both woodworkers - dad still would be if he could move his shop across an ocean easily, but I don't think he plans to start over. I got my table saw as a birthday present from my in-laws - they were like, are you sure she doesn't want a stand-up paddleboard?? Watching all these videos to get ready, I really feel like I'm back in my grandfather's shop, smelling the sawdust. I can see his old faded comics taped up, the retirement plaque. How I wish I could have learned some of this from him. I am so grateful for the internet and down to earth, honest, friendly guides like you that can help coach us on the basics, spark new questions and ideas (without making us feel dumb), and be our surrogate grandfather/dads/uncles/guy next door along the way. Cheers, and I'll be sure to come back to share once I've got my first finished box. :)

Hey there, can honestly say that I can count on one hand the amount of comments I’ve left on KZfaq videos. And I watch a ton. Maybe too many… You’re humble, straightforward, honest, and brave. Thank you for your amazing efforts to make content. In a sea of clickybaity, sponsored, in-your-face videos, yours are exactly what they need to be. Informative, honest, and important. I’m learning a lot from you and appreciate you. Thanks so much, Nick

Another great tip I once read, consider EVERYTHING you do in the shop an essential part of a project, even calibrating tools and sweeping the floor/organizing. When I started out, without realizing it I considered all of these things annoying time wasters getting in the way of actually making stuff, and the projects and my happiness woodworking suffered from it. It wasn’t until reading this tip elsewhere that I realized what I was doing to myself. Since then I approach everything I do in the shop with the same about patience and care as I would making a critical cut, even sweeping the floor. It has made my shop time less frustrating and much more enjoyable.

I like the message of this video. Great information to any and all working with their hands. Thanks for doing this.

Love how positive he is about everything.

I’m really glad I found this channel.

I have taken up woodworking about a year ago. Everything you mentioned here is so relatable! Watching most of the vidoes on KZfaq gives me an inferiority complex. This gives me hope that I can build almost everything in my modest shop! Thank you so much, you are amazing!

Steve spot on! About 4 1/2 years ago my oldest daughter got pregnant, a idea popped in my head I need to build her a rocking chair. I was 52 and had not made a piece of furniture since high school. I did some research and decided on a Malloff style rocker. I started and quickly realized I did not have the skills or expertise, so I watched you, and some other maker on KZfaq. You thought me and inspired me, your no nonsense way of explaining things help make it to the finish line before Eli was bore. There are many mistakes in it but no one sees them they just see a beautiful piece of furniture. Thanks for all your help!

"Don't point out your mistakes... Be proud of what you made". Boy was that a tear jerker. I needed to hear that. Thanks for all the great tips!

I appreciate your honesty, humility and POV. I'm a self taught wood worker and continue to learn and experiment with it. After looking around online and seeing what other people are doing, I felt so inadequate that I didn't consider myself a wood worker at all. But your video validates my feeble skills. Thanks. The reason I got into woodworking was to save money. Then I quickly discovered that the things I built were much better quality than what I would buy. Those 2 factors, cost and quality, have motivated me to continue to design and build. Plus, I like to design things and I really enjoy seeing my finished product. But I won't lie, it is a lot of work.

I initially got into wood working to “save money.” Holy crap was I mislead.

"You wanna be a woodworking purist? Go chop down your own tree first." - Steve Ramsey

So much truth here. Yeah we all suffer from tool envy. I’d love to have a huge modern shop filled with expensive cabinet saws, CNC machines, planers, shapers, jointers, etc. But I get by with some old, rather inexpensive tools and a bit of ingenuity. You are also right about perfection. We are all the biggest critics of our own work but people rarely notice flaws unless you point them out. Making mistakes is how you learn. Finally just take joy in the challenges and the reward of making useful creative things and stop worrying about what everyone else thinks. That is where the gold is.

Steve, thank you for being so encouraging and bringing lightheartedness to this craft, coming back to the essentials - building stuff! The world is a big place, there is so much for us to get angry with - it shouldn't be how people put tables together!

It's not about being square, it's about looking square

I've been woodworking since i was a MICROJIG! MAKER OF THE GRIPPER

This guy seems like he would be a good dad. He's very supportive and kind.

I am a newish woodworker...4 years. Single best video I have seen.

This video is so true. I built a wooden gate for my deck with only a hand drill, a jigsaw, and a coping saw. I see hundreds of people on Reddit posting pics of their brand new thousands of dollars worth of tools, yet they make nothing with them. They all post pics of their fancy, massive shops, which never have any ongoing projects in them lol. I built my gate on a small foldable table next to my washing machine. Great vid!

Man, you are made for this. I'm watching woodworking youtube channels for last year and it seems to be so easy and enjoyable for you. dont stop uploading. thanks for sharing your knowledge.

As someone that only does this on the weekend for fun, you’ve justified a lot of things for me. Thank you.

I am 61 and just last year found that I have a passion and apparently a little talent for wood working, I watch a ton of video's on here from safety, to making jigs and everything in between, and I must tell you ,and I watch a lot of your video's and am a subscriber, this is a really great inspirational piece. Nice work

the problem in modern days is that you compare yourself to the whole world. 50 years back, chances were whatever hobby you got into, you are the best at it in a 50 mile radius (if not living in a city). comparing yourself to billions of people online just isnt always that good. i for example might not be the best welder in the world, but i bet you, i'm the only person in town that owns a tig welder and can use it - so people gladly come over and ask for help, wich truely is a great thing. same goes for woodworking, grandma will love your ability to build her a stepstool

Steve, you forgot to mention the fundamental rule of woodworking: " never tell your wife beforehand what you are making. " Because, It will always turn out to be something else after you actually finish the project.

Steve, you make my day. Everyday. I always REALLY enjoyed putting together ikea furniture but never made anything from scratch. I had a project in mind and decided to get to know the basics to get started. I asked my boyfriend (who has worked in construction for years) what kind of wood I should get and without even giving me a clue, he said, and I quote: "I’m not supporting you doing this because you aren’t gonna make something good and it’ll probably look like sh*t if you actually get it up and most likely will fall on your face when you’re asleep". It was hurtful but I channeled that anger into creativity and my quest for knowledge luckily led me to you. JUST MY LUCK. You answered AAAALLLL of my questions and gave me the boost of confidence I needed. I've binge-watched your videos and took notes like a good student and life is just so much better now. I'm proud to say my first project turned out more than perfect and exactly how I wanted it! It looks amazing🥰 and is solid like a rock! 🤗 Thankyou! To many more projects to come because I'm sooooo excited about this newly found passion! You are one talented man and an excellent teacher! You have a special place in my heart. ❤

I have subscribed to many woodworking and carpentry channels who are great, but some are in your face at making it feel like you need THOUSANDS UPON THOUSANDS of dollars worth of equipment and to grab your attention at how perfect their craft is. I love as someone who wants to get into this, that you made this realistic and less intimidating and about experiencing the joy and pride of the craft rather than showing it off. A good craftsman I feel will allow their work to shine if they enjoy what they're doing rather than showing off. Great video and I definitely am subscribing to watch more of your videos!

Only Real woodworkers watch other woodworkers doing woodworking on KZfaq videos instead of woodworking and love doing both just as much.

Steve - I'll be purchasing a house as a 34 year old in a few short weeks. I've always had an interest in wood-working because it's hands-on, and that's how I learn best. The house has a basement shop space, as well as a two-car garage. To mitigate dust-collection issues, I'll probably find a different use for the basement space and go with the garage. To the point - I posted about my excitement in r/woodworking that I'd finally be out of renting and into owning a home, and that said home had space for wood-working, and asked for recommendations for woodworking resources. Overwhelmingly, you came up. I can clearly see why. You have an inspiring presence, you are incredibly positive and welcoming for new people. I've been watching all of your beginner videos, and with each passing minute, my excitement to get started sets in deeper. If you've got any haters, it's because your attitude exposes their ego. Keep up the good work, and I look forward to making that first cut on my journey into this new and wonderful arena. Thank you for spending the time to share your space and knowledge.

You are honest, straightforward, no nonsense guy, excellent advisor, I respect you, you are the best. 👍👍. You keep it simple and less complicated. Thank you very much.

Thank you, Sir. I just started woodworking. I was a paramedic for 30 years it's been a hard transition, and I'm starting to find peace in woodworking I really enjoyed watching your videos Working on a bench you made .. looking forward to sitting in my garden. Thank you

Don’t save every little scrap of wood! Otherwise you’ll need another building just for materials storage. Ask us how we know 🙄

Start Small, don't run before you can walk. Make a crappy box,(and keep that one) Make more and burn them later. The idea of keeping the first one is to show yourself how far you have come over time! Don't expect to obtain 100% accuracy 100% of the time, even the best make mistakes. My Mantra is that its only a mistake if you do not learn from it. Don't stress over the, think about to fix it and move on. Know what you want to make and think hard about it before you start. As Steve said, Plan it out first. Cut lists are a must! You will save so much time, and money, by having a cut list, plus your project will go much quicker and easier once you have all the pieces cut. Take a break when you feel jaded. Stay out the shop for a week or two to recharge your creative mind and your love of the hobby we all enjoy.

I’ve never been more glad to have stumbled across a video on KZfaq. You remind me of my late father, positive, funny, helpful and kind (to say the least). Thanks for making and sharing this video!

What a likeable chap. Subbed. I've got a pallet dump next to me (free wood) so started making during lockdown with a clawhammer, hand saw, drill, some sandpaper and a tin of stain. Made 2 shoe racks, a coffee table, headphone stand, workbench, media centre and now starting a keyboard flight case (all screws, by the way!). The sense of satisfaction and well being I've experienced from breaking down pallets, doing little drawings then trying to bring them to life is one of the most life-affirming things I've ever done. It's healthy for the mind, body and soul. It was a pastime that quickly became a joy and now is turning into a passion. This gentleman confirms that.

"You can always put the crappy side against the wall" is my new favorite woodworking saying haha!

My favorite tip: when buying pine boards at that blue or orange store, look down the long edge of each one and pick the straightest ones. Your work will be much better if you start with reasonably straight boards. P.S., I do go ahead and buy bent boards sometimes when the bends won't make any difference in the project.

You are so cool man......intelligent, funny, experienced, and best of all.....a good teacher!

I am not a woodworker and have not done any work but I love watching your channel. And I love your perspective.

I love u Steve Ramsey!!! You make anyone believe in themselves. Thank you for that! And thank you for the video

This made me feel less lame about being proud of my super simple boxes I just made.

Steve, I work in petrochemical industry for over 25 years, building pressure vessels, reactor, valves, structure, now I'm in inspection. some years back I got bore, so I decide want to try wood for hobby (which for me is more hard, you can't just weld, grind and fix the error... wood is a different animal). after a few years making mistakes (still do) on wood, I look back in time & I noticed that on all my life experience in petrochemical industry, I was always stressed . I learn that nothing is perfect but me having this new hobby it make me more confident, more accurate & more important, self confidence & stress relief. This video has made me understand that it doesn't take much experience to do something great, but if that something works for you and people appreciate it, it makes you more sure of yourself every day. Thank you !

Thank you for your encouraging words, Steve:) I will never point out the flaws of my woodworking projects ever again!!!!!

I've been working with wood for about 10 years now and I just started my first epoxy project, and quite frankly I found the prospect pretty daunting. But watching this video and reading the comments has kind of put the wind back in my sails, so thank you for that. Time to get back to work!

Awesome video, Steve! I love this advice. Far too many woodworking snobs make beginners feel bad for using pocket screws, paint, etc. Your approach is great and I hope all new woodworkers see this video. Keep up the great job you are doing! 👍🏼

I referred you to a disabled deaf man who loved watching his carpenter grandfather. I think he will enjoy watching you and learning. thanks for CC.

Hello, I found you on Facebook. I love your videos. I'm legally blind. I can see about 5 feet extremely blurry. I've been a handyman for over 15 years. I've been wanting to try getting into wood working. I don't have many tools. My power tools are a gig saw, 2 drills, some palm sanders. But I have to say. You have made me truly want to try woodworking. Thank you.

Sound advice. You’re one of the best when it comes to “fine woodworking”and a sense of humour.

I think it was Christopher Schwarz quoting some historical text where I heard this but ... There are only two forms to furniture that you need to be able to make: the box (drawers, cabinets, etc) and the platform (dining tables, chairs, desk tops, coffee tables, etc).

Steve's words of encouragement (in all it's various forms) are endearing and why I keep coming back. What a stand up gentleman and a great wood shop role model.

I've always been interested in taking up woodworking, and you've given me the positive push to go for it, Thank you 🙏.

My biggest thing I learned after doing it for a living for 10 years... Sometimes a handtool is quicker than a power tool. Don't restrict yourself to a power tool guy or a handtool guy. I have cut things with a handsaw faster than it would have taken me to find an extension cord.

Easily my favorite woodworking channel

"I've never made anything that is perfect" be proud of your hard work and creativity. I've discovered there's alot of woodworkers on youtube. This is by far my favorite. So many important things were said in this video. If you're new to woodworking and are looking for a teacher, this is that guy.

Huge tip for beginners... notice the ouija board Steve has in the background? This particular tool is vital because you will need to summon satan to finish any job that is actually square and has no gaps. You're welcome.

Aaaaaand this is why Steve is in my top 3 favorite woodworkers: Something for everyone, not a snob and very encouraging. I do both woodworking and wood turning (arguably the same thing) and I always love the ease and accessibility of Steve's approach. Thanks for another great video, Steve!! Also, pocket holes are great.

Whew! I am new to woodworking as a hobby. I was starting to get paralysis by analysis watching and reading all the cool info available. I was even starting to regret thinking I could do this. You give me hope! I'm watching all your videos starting now. Tell your boss you deserve a raise. Thanks.

You are my new favorite channel you show people that you don’t need a $5,000 cabinet saw to build some stuff

Hey Steve, I haven"t commented in a while but I just wanted to say thank you. These are some of the best tips I have seen in a while. So many want to put us down for whatever reason. Your comments are up-building and positive and always encouraging. Let me leave you with two words that will open many doors in life for you... Push and Pull. Keep on creating

I am just 52 years old when I start carpentry and your advice is very valuable. Every day I feel safer. Aguascalientes Mexico

I'm so glad I'm not the only one who has said to just put the crappy side toward the wall. Thank you!

When I started woodworking, I was too stupid and arrogant to understand that I was actually BAD at it. Yes, I was making what I thought was good stuff, but my repertoir was limited to butt joints and miter joints that were sometimes even accurate. I'd see other joinery techniques in magazines, on TV, and on places like FB, but they looked difficult and I am basically a lazy person, so i never tried them. I'd proudly show my stuff off to my relatives and they'd be impressed...except for my BIL, who used to build cabinets for a living. I just thought he was being a jerk. I signed up for the Weekend Woodworker course the second time it was offered, because it intrigued me and I liked the way that Steve seemed to be down to earth on his videos. I mentioned to my BIL that I was signing up, and he just kind of shrugged. Again, I thought he was just being a jerk. Well, I completed all of the projects and finished the course! In the process of doing it, I definitely learned many good techniques and it helped me realize that "way back when," I really was stupid and arrogant when it came to woodworking. Since then I've been producing some nice pieces of furniture, some of which were commissioned from friends and neighbors, and I've been pushing myself to learn more. And my BIL? I ended up realizing that I had been building crap in the past, and he was just being tactful instead of being a real jerk about it. This last Christmas, after I showed him what I'd built during and after the course, he told me, "I really didn't think that you'd get anything of worth out of an online woodworking course. It looks like I was wrong, because you have definitely improved over the last year." That works for me!

Remember..."no matter how many times I cut it, it is still too short"

'I am just some guy'. That's quite humble. An admirer of your methods. Learnt my basics through you. Thanks..

the most simplest and concise explained video I've watched so far, hats off. thank you.

Great advice Steve, I have to agree with you about the tools. I have many but use only a few constantly. I still make a living woodworking at 75 years old. I began as a young fellow ( about 10) by building a wooden boat using the tongue and groove 1x6 my dad had earmarked for his garage attic. Of course it filled with water but after a couple attempts I did seal it up and used it in a nearby creek. Failure is experience and experience is valuable knowledge. I have built complete homes hands on, but my all time fav has to be that boat.

As a young woman getting into woodworking, this video was SO uplifting!