That truck is fantastic.....

Love that you added in the diagonal support. I was just thinking if it had enough support then you added it in :) Great build for family fun!

What a great project! Who can't use a picnic table? Great message about the workshop, showing others that starting small can still accomplish build/project goals!

I've been a subscriber and like your work so I'm not new to your videos. But I SWEAR just today I was telling my wife that I want to build a picnic table for the back. I said it out loud and that was it, didn't think about it again. Then I log onto my KZfaq account and there you are building one!! With free plans to a great table. I've already downloaded the plans and thank you for everything you do. The plans definitely took some time to make and are easy to understand for those interested.

The wonders of a dry climate! No picnic table up here in Atlantic Canada lasts more than a dozen years! Thanks for the build! :)

I have been working with wood all my life, but I learn new things from April every time I watch one of her videos!

Hi April, love the videos. You're very determined, innovative and patient. As you're cutting the tabletop, in this particular setup, the right hand piece is the shorter, most likely scrap piece. The piece on the left will vary by as much as 3/8", particularly treated lumber. About the only pieces cut to exact length at the lumber yard or home store are pre cut white wood studs. Took me a while to realize that a long time ago when I was first starting out. I admire your ingenuity in dealing without a shop. Now you're working like a site carpenter. Looking forward to the next video too!

Thanks April, that is just what I want to build for my daughter and her family.

This video brought back memories. I've done many project off the tailgate of my truck. Saw horse, work table, storage and radio all in one

you made a great point regarding not needing a shop. I worked without a shop for years. Where there's a will there's a way. Great job on the table

Hi April We used your plans and made our table from Australian Treated Mountain Ash timber.It was amazing .Thank you so much Geoff B.

This is a great time to be working outside, our Texas weather has been great for wood working.

I used the plans from the site. It looks great, I recommend making the table legs taller and likewise the benches too. Maybe 4" carriage bolt instead of 4 1/2" as well. It cost more in materials than prefab at box store but, its better. After a couple days of use: definitely make table legs taller, set bench legs in further to tuck tighter to table. Great game able, kids love it!

Hy April,It's not easy to work without a workshop, but you always manage. Every time good ideas and beautiful achievements.Hugs from Belgium

Good project! One advantage of the detached bench seats is that you can move them away and use the table as a buffet. Thanks for showing this build.

Unattached benches also make the table and benches more versatile for use in other projects. Mine stay in the shop for the winter months for sanding, staining drying.... I even use my benches to lift my push mower and other small equipment for oil changes. If they get in my way, they are design to be outdoors so that is where they go until I have room or need them again.

As an old fart that felt I'd missed my calling entirely, it is refreshing to see you successful and persevering in your youth. You've got real imagination April. I'm glad you made a simple picnic table to help guide us folks that aren't carpenters. I'm gonna build one like it, knowing that it will last the rest of my days. Thanks for uploading .. and I wish you'd show me how to make some oars for a rowboat (without a lathe). God bless

I noticed some dislikes for this project. Who in their right mind could find fault with this ?. It was a project which most people could build for their garden and it was explained in a clear and concise manner. I despair at times !.

Great to see the safety glasses April. My cousin is blind in one eye because he ripped a board that still had the bar code tag stapled to the end of the board. He was lucky. It could have killed him if it had gone deeper. Just a cautionary to all, takes a few seconds to pull those tags off of your boards and also to do a quick scan for stray staples or tacks on your lumber before it hits the blade.

Nice project. And it is something that brings family together. Your folks have a beautiful place.

I just built traditional picnic table and the wood I used is pressure treated lumber from home depot and it has a red look like cedar which dressed it up nice. For less weight, you can use 5/4" decking boards for top and seats.

The Picnic table was great and I love the seats, being over 6 feet tall with long legs the normal picnic table is hard to get in and out of. Most of all I love your truck.

this video was just perfect for me as this is a project I have been thinking about. some great tips here, thank you.

My dad and I built a table like this around 20 years ago out of cedar with attached benches. It's still at Mom's house, but I have been wanting one for my house. And I like the separate benches. April, you really have good ideas! :-)

Oh my, I just found your channel whilst searching for some DIY advice! You rock! You're a few years ahead of me, but I'll add to my tool collection over time and build up a storm. How awesome to see another woman rocking this work! (Funny reading guys offer advice). Have subscribed to your channel. Thx.

I like the fact that the benches are separate too. You can use either just a bench or just the table or mix and matched with any number or all three together - much better options than the benches attached permanently.

Outstanding Truck And Table.

I can't wait to see more videos on exterior projects "house framing" Yard Ideas ect.

I LOVE this picnic table! It's also awesome to see you improvising your work space---makes it so relatable since some ppl(like me!) don't have a workshop and end up working in very limited space! I want to make this!

You make everything look so easy.

I built custom tables for a friend. Almost your design , but the tables were 6" long and the tops were 3/4 inch poplar.(reducing the weight because they were an older couple making them easy to move around} these tables matched for a 12" table. they were kept under cover and are now about 10 years old and holding up well. Nice job for a tailgate party.

I love leading off with the insults on the table haha. Great job as always april.

Maybe, u could build a table or something with the reclaimed wood from the old picnic table so as to give a nostalgic effect . After all, it has been there with you guys for 25 yrs :)

Hi April.you do a great job on your vids with the narration and demo.I'm usually just looking for design ideas, don't need bolt size,hole size or other specifics-but general measurements like your bench height issue are worth mentioning.Thanks for posting the great vids,and I'm looking forward to your design/plan ideas for your new shop.

Easy, basic, simple. Exactly what a picnic should be. Nice job!

Those diagonals make all the difference. Cutting those corners off will save the table from grabbing you, Well done.

Those look super solid! I dig the separate benches.

Looks like great weather for an outdoor build! Can't wait to see the new shop when it's ready.

Great job April! I think that your family will get a lot of use out of it. Your truck is in great shape for its age. But being a southern truck it doesn't surprise me that much. Keep up the great work Thanks for sharing

Nice sturdy bench April. You could always counter-sink the bolts a little so folks can't catch their legs on them.

There's a whole ass couch hanging by chains from the tree! This is beyond epic

I love the couch swing in the background.

So cute, and talented too !

good one-i like the removable benches too

I love your family April, they are awesome! Thanks for another great project. As a beginner this one will be near the top of the list. Hoping to say Hi in the UK in a couple of weeks.

Cannot let my wife see this video, the information given at 0:42 is counterproductive to me getting my own shop! Nice video though!

I believe the project was excellent I think your idea of going with separate benches was a good idea as well. I also thought it was kind of adorable how it was hard to get your dad to criticize how high the benches were

I over think the plans in my head so much, i never end up doing it. You made this very easy to follow. Well done.

Nice table, I have built many in my time. Thanks for showing us this one it's a great thing to do for your parents. Can't wait to see your new shop. waiting patiently. Keep up all the good work. You are fantastic!!!! Your husband and parents should be really proud of you!

"If I can't step on it, well, then I can't trust it." I was wondering why you always stand on your builds. Good quality test.

Well done April. I also like using a router with a round over bit to ease the edges.

Those turned out great. I think you get the award for the coolest work station. The back end of a kick ass old truck! 👍

Looks beautiful and for the next 25 years!

Hi April & Cody, Family, Good job on the picnic table. I like how you make useful things. Happy Spring, C.

great build April

Hi April, That's a fine looking picnic table. Working from the truck at least lets you still complete your projects. Like you said, will be a few months before you get to work on your shop. Nice you being able to wear shorts. It's 38°F here near Philly with a Nor-easter coming to dump heavy wet snow Monday night through Tuesday. They guestimate 8 - 12". Doesn't matter how much, I don't like shoveling snow anymore. :-( However, I have to install a new starter in my sister's Grand Cherokee today if I want to be able to move it to get the driveway cleared of snow. I will be working outside. No garage here. :-( Take care and looking forward to next video.

I love that clamp-shelf technique! I used that technique back in high school while building a tree fort and its super useful

May be simple, but im sure your parents will love it, more sturdy then shop items and build by yourself, whats more to love?

April, we always enjoy your videos! :)

I love this project and looking forward to build this for my property.

A truck to drive it into the garden! Jeez, I wish my garden was that big. Great video, keep them coming :)

Another great project April. I look forward to seeing what you build when you attend the Midlands Woodworking Show in Newark UK later this month. See you there.

Always great when you can build something for someone else.

April I always look forward to your videos, and as a builder that has to work off the tail gate of a truck time to time, I can only offer one suggestion. When you 45 cut the top boards next time cut it on the backside of the board. With an inside cut the blade can kick your cut off and I would hate to see that trucks rear window knocked out. Speaking from experience.

@April Wilkerson I like the way you test your work, if it holds you up, then good to go. Nice job!

I love separate benches, advanced age and some creaky joints make it very hard to get in & out of attached benches.

New woodworker. You are a fantastic teacher. Thank you for the vid!

Awesome spring project! So simple! Thanks April!

Hey April lovely work again, I'm so excited because I've just had a notification from yandles that your are going to be there, you are a true inspiration to so many people and yandles is right on my doorstep, what day will you be there I have to be there! !! omg so excited can't wait.

Beautiful

Nice to see you again 🇨🇦

Thank you, full and interesting explanation, with a touch of art

girl! great job. it doesn't mater where you are you can build anything

I made the picnic table using 2x8's and it is a BEHEMOTH....I made it 7 ft long!!!! Now, my friends all want one!!! So I made one using 2x6's yesterday and one bench...and went to Lowes to buy the 48 carriage bolts?? Geez louise...are those necessary?? I put them in my big boy but the cost (even on Amazon) is like $2/ bolt/washer/nut. If we don't move the table are they necessary?? I have put the holes for the bolts in now and it's stable as heck. I pay $5.37/each for the 11 2x6's= $59.07 + 2x4's x 6 = $4.98 = $29.88 so in wood alone I have $95 (inc. tax). The carriage bolts adds over HALF the cost..I am leaving the one I built in my front yard and it will NEVER MOVE...any suggestions on maybe putting a wooden dowel in those holes or am I being cheap/kwazy/insane/?? love your videos...thanks.

I love watching you make stuff ,and I love you April and your tools

Very quick and effective.

can't wait to see your new shop

You're a wonderful inspiration to new woodworkers.

Great project. Working away from your new workshop is a very interesting "twist" to your projects. Love the table. "I'm a champion!" :)

Love the picnic table set, April. I really like the separate benches us for guys who need a little extra belly room. My wife and I were sitting on the same side of a picnic table in the park where the benches were attached to the table and it tipped over on us. Not fun.

Needed a picnic table badly for years, looking forward to building this! Good job...thanks for sharing! Love the Tailgate!

The weather looks awesome.....

This is perfect for me, thank you.

I was not sure about this design at first, but I really like it! Going to make one as soon as the snow and cold stop here in Buffalo, New York. Thanks for the idea and plans. Take care and keep up the great work.

No tengo palabras, Todos los trabajos son GENIALES.Saludos desde Barcelona Catalonia

Good job lady.

Nice job April

Awesome vid, April! Just bought a house and cannot wait to build this for the 1.31 acres I got with the house.

Hi April! We've spoken once before and it was kind of you to answer the question I had. Really helped a lot. Just wondered if you've ever thought about building a garden swing, or even better, a swing set? I just did both and I've gotta tell you it wasn't as easy as I thought it would be! I do think one or both would be a good project for you and your channel, because you can make either as big or small as you like. They make great heirlooms and incorporate some of the skills you just demonstrated in your picnic table project. Keep up the good work. We're rooting for you!

that is cool, it is still cold in Kansas, you have a great talent, take it from Ole grandpa Tom

Great job, April! *The project turned out great!*

Always like the shots with the family. Great job and ingenuity.

Nice table. I went and got all my materials .i have a garage . tomorrow ill build it. Thanks

Great weekend project... thanks April...good luck with the new workshop...always nice to have your own space...but equally important that you have family and friends you can count on until you are re-established in your own space...:D

Nice picnic table. The truck is awesome too.

Love the table legs. I do the tabletop differently. Thanks for the ideas

Excellent Project

Lovin it. Hey if it rains hang a tarp from a tree. Thanks for sharing

I love your truck!

you are the BEST!!! can't wait to see your new shop. great picnic table. keep those videos coming. now you have me doing DIYs around my house. maybe some day I'll start sharing my videos too.