Making a Dining Table and Bench from a Pine Tree

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9 ай бұрын

I make a dining table and bench from a pine tree cut down in the forest behind my log cabin, staining it dark walnut.
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@madfatchickkilla 9 ай бұрын

I first joined for a man building a cabin, stayed for the dog. What you have built must feel like a tremendous achievement its truely awe inspiring, stay safe.

@Tomhohenadel 9 ай бұрын

Been waiting for the next instalment. Too long between episodes. Take care Shawn. Glad to see Emily is doing better.

@lovechild6103 9 ай бұрын

Come on, he's not sitting on his hands.Have patience.😂😂😂

@seshenofthenile2363 9 ай бұрын

His life is not a tv show for your pleasure. He just happens to record what he's doing. And as life goes... He records what he's doing at that time. Like who the heck are you?

@Tomhohenadel 9 ай бұрын

Then why is Shawn on KZfaq. It’s a show for viewers and he’s making a lot of money from it. So thanks for your comment

@kurtz260 9 ай бұрын

Hope your energy levels are getting better and that you are all healthy and happy. Thanks for the new update. Hunting season just sround the corner

@MySelfReliance 9 ай бұрын

It’s going to be a very busy fall!

@rzrabbit 9 ай бұрын

@MySelfReliance Hope you find the time to enjoy the fruits of your labor. You've single handedly built a Legacy. And it's absolutely beautiful.

@user-bi8hs4zb8l 9 ай бұрын

Snow coming fast………..hope you get to the outdoor building!!!!!!!!

@ws775 9 ай бұрын

For everyone wondering. This is the table he made last winter. At that time he said he would finish it outside in the summer. So he has showed the old video from when he made it and the new video of him staining it. Thus the snow from the winter video.

@crazydoglady5 9 ай бұрын

I was just wondering that. thanks for explaining. It wasnt adding up at first....

@Gauchothedog 9 ай бұрын

I was wondering!thanks

@timepasses3380 9 ай бұрын

Kind explanation! For those in the US who still think there might be snow at Shawn's in August, the latitude of his mailing address is SOUTH of the top of the state of Oregon.

@kingrafa3938 9 ай бұрын

@@ftlnatp4924 actually Shawn uses that mill since the beginning of the build for this cabin (2021)

@sherilambertson2239 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for clearing up my confusion ! I went back and took another look at the first video and you’re exactly correct. P.s. I was just kidding about it snowing in August .. I was being sarcastic, silly me. 😊👵🏻

@Martlin 9 ай бұрын

How many masterpieces can one create in a lifetime besides one's children, of course. Love the dining table.

@KM-bu8ec 9 ай бұрын

It's really gorgeous. I love how he left the center pole unstained. 💜💜💜

@joebacarella2829 9 ай бұрын

That`s one good looking table and bench.

@sydneyevans2637 9 ай бұрын

Really like the dark stain on the table and benches! The outdoor kitchen is coming along beautifully. Have a great day, Mr. James.

@nickischwab205 9 ай бұрын

My oh my! The table and bench are gorgeous!!! How satisfying it must be to stand back and take a look at what you have created. Fantastic job on everything you have made. The huge cabin....the outdoor kitchen.....and too many things to list.. My very best to you and your family. I am looking forward to seeing what you plan next.

@leifpaulin5358 9 ай бұрын

A sauna I think it will be for bath and laundry things.

@damogranheart5521 9 ай бұрын

That would be nice to be sure.

@silverfish8307 9 ай бұрын

I loved the old kitchen with the clay oven and open fire and the rocket for making your hot water for your coffee maybe not so glamorous but wow that was special ....

@TaigaTurf 8 ай бұрын

Unique and not over the top

@patrickh9226 9 ай бұрын

The pole stretcher between your table legs was a very nice idea. It pins the leg joints together and stabilizes the table horizontally at the same time. Very cool!

@desertrose2059 9 ай бұрын

Snow to green trees and garden produce in one day. Amazing weather in Canada!

@mags102755 9 ай бұрын

Love the table and bench. Shawn, you do great work. Good to see you and Callie as always.

@sgrvtl7183 9 ай бұрын

Glad you are safe from wildfires. Nice table, I look forward to a garden tour, the garden looks beautiful!

@offthewalla4717 8 ай бұрын

no better eye candy than a handsome man building a handsome cabin!

@o0HERO0o 9 ай бұрын

Yes, this is a GREAT end to my work week, watching these videos is truly enjoyable. Thanks for the update!

@davidgraham4112 9 ай бұрын

You will never know how envious I am ecause you are doing what I always wanted to do! I can't wait to see everything you film! Thank you for what you have been sharing with all of us!

@aliceschmid9697 9 ай бұрын

100 years from now, or 200 or 300, these will all be invaluable Shawn James antiques.

@mikedeclerck1421 9 ай бұрын

Give Cali a BIG SMOOCH from Mike & Ronnie. GOD BLESS

@standingwolfarchery 9 ай бұрын

Having that mill must be a game changer

@Neighborhoodgo2guy 9 ай бұрын

Always look forward to MSR Friday video ✊

@josefreck1103 9 ай бұрын

Wie immer einfach eine super Arbeit geleistet und richtig schön gemacht 👏🏻👍🙂🙋‍♂️😁😊

@deraltesoldat6594 9 ай бұрын

Ja,natürlich. Grüße aus der Ukraine. Vielen Dank Deutschland. 🇺🇦🤝🇩🇪

@sammyacosta5442 9 ай бұрын

The lord has given you blessings of carpentry ,u put your heart in every nail .Your show has certainly taught most people how to put your heart and love in craftmanship!.What ever one builds family or furniture,awesome.

@derekfearon5045 9 ай бұрын

I'd really love to see a video of a tour of your place and everything you've done

@scarletoharabia3801 5 ай бұрын

Yes agreed

@criscavi19 9 ай бұрын

You're back! great! Thanks for this video.

@janisgriffin7278 9 ай бұрын

Like the dark stain a lot-beautiful workmanship🥰💁🏻

@user-pf8hz6uu9t 9 ай бұрын

That turned out wonderful! Love the new wood stove!. Gorgeous quality dining table and bench!! .

@ws775 9 ай бұрын

Now you have to make one for the outdoor kitchen.

@MySelfReliance 9 ай бұрын

Yep, already started :)

@waynek921 9 ай бұрын

Good work Shaun. But I wish that the episodes were longer . And your content is very good and we enjoy your channel thank you.

@daveyjoweaver6282 9 ай бұрын

What a Lovely table! Thanks for sharing your dining delight Shawn and Cali! DaveyJO in Pennsylvania

@rebeccamercer4160 9 ай бұрын

Thank you Shawn! So proud of you and happy for you and your family! God bless you!

@bawa311 9 ай бұрын

I have been watching your videos for years and I always admire your diligence, creativity and skills. A man like that is a real treasure these days. He will build, he will make furniture, he will take care of the garden, he will hunt - a veritable perpetual motion machine. Your wife must be proud of you

@simonr6793 9 ай бұрын

Shawn, I just wanted to ask if you and Cali are OK? Obviously I also meant the family, my reason for asking is that here In the UK I just watched the news. It stated that the Northern Territories of Canada are going through hell with wildfires having already destroyed many thousands of acres of woodlands etc plus the authorities had told over 20,000 people who live in certain places to evacuate immediately because of the danger of losing their lives and property. I know you have just uploaded the latest video to KZfaq but as I said before I wanted to check and see if you are all safe and well? As always brother 💯% 👍 🇬🇧.

@MySelfReliance 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for asking. No fires near me, we’re safe

@donnadory7482 9 ай бұрын

🇨🇦🕊️ That's good news. 🙏 Thank-you, so much for sharing. 👍 Take care and as always ~ We, so much enjoy your Amazing Veido 👍 Please, give Cali lot's of hugs and kisses. She is such a sweetheart XOXOXO Your new Table is going to be so very nice 🙂 🍃🇺🇸🕊️🇨🇦🕊️🌎🕊️🍃

@donparkinson9561 9 ай бұрын

Residents evacuated to Calgary, Edmonton, and Vancouver. I hope the fires were not DEW related. It will be interesting to see who is buying up the land after the fires (for cheap).

@pavelusa3423 9 ай бұрын

@@donparkinson9561lol

@user-bi8hs4zb8l 9 ай бұрын

It’s all in BC….Okanagan Valley!!!!! Fires all around us ,it’s terrible!!!

@stoffes 9 ай бұрын

that dog is more than a friend its ur family

@gypsierover-nz 8 ай бұрын

The smiles on children, such a happy family Antzs! Gorgeous ❤

@lieuwina 8 ай бұрын

The dining table and bench are absolutely wonderful and love the finish. Shawn you do not stop to surprise us with what you achieve, make, hunt, cook, grow. I have learnt so much about nature, wood, steward ship of land it has been better than when I was at school. Thank you for sharing all you do and of course Cali she is a darling. Have a lovely day.

@fourscore4 9 ай бұрын

Hi Shawn, really cool bench and table. I hope all is well.

@patriciabeyer8029 9 ай бұрын

Wow beautiful table! Thanks for sharing this. ❤❤❤

@trudyschaffer8016 9 ай бұрын

Beautiful craftsmanship, as usual. You set the bar high, Shawn. 👍🌲🐾

@MinorLeagueSpotlight 9 ай бұрын

I typically enjoy this show with a cup of Joe but an afternoon release is a perfect excuse to crack a beer on Friday

@collienbordner5181 9 ай бұрын

That is one beUTIFUL TABLE. Love to watch the progress. Hi to Cali. Stay safe.

@annh9225 9 ай бұрын

As always, just perfect in everything you do dear Shawn! But what will you do next,in winter? You are good enough to make and sell wooden chess boards! Cheers from Ontario

@bobobrien8968 9 ай бұрын

Another masterpiece.

@heidipustelniak652 9 ай бұрын

That turned out wonderful! Love the new wood stove!

@KM-bu8ec 9 ай бұрын

Oh! It's really beautiful with that creamy ivory porcelain detail.

@Ddrhl 9 ай бұрын

Your walk to the "grocery store" is so different from mine! :)

@ricklepick9148 9 ай бұрын

It's 95F where I am right now. That snow looks wonderful!

@BraxxJuventa 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for filming Shawn. 😁👍

@andreamalik2961 9 ай бұрын

He has no snow yet no. The wood was milled back during the snow - you can see that the outdoor kitchen hasn't yet been built when he's milling the wood: only the piers are there. The table is built the same way as the table in the cabin, so he's used old footage to demonstrate the build process.

@Pete-nl8ok 8 ай бұрын

Beautiful table set!

@helendeleon-pu5ns 9 ай бұрын

I miss you Shawn...i miss all your works in the cabin... Always watching here in the PHILIPPINES, GODBLESS...

@sandrarandazzo5172 9 ай бұрын

Beautiful! Hard working man, and wonderful builds! Love your videos!

@kingrafa3938 9 ай бұрын

Great job Shawn. It turns out beautiful and rustic.

@doriswilliams5731 9 ай бұрын

Very nice to be back again watching your videos.. God bless you Shawn and Cali of course and the rest of your family 🙏

@mariselablue4166 9 ай бұрын

It fascinates me to see you work with wood, everything you have done is beautiful. Blessings Shalom

@nancyl3843 9 ай бұрын

Beautiful work.

@marygordon3032 9 ай бұрын

That bench will last forever and thanks for another awesome share with us. 👍👍👍🤩🤩🤩💯💯💯

@kastah 9 ай бұрын

That dormatorium can be one of three things I guess, an extra bedroom, an smoker or a huntingstand

@SusieLovesJesus 9 ай бұрын

Oh Shawn!.... That's absolutely beautiful ❤️

@Redhackle 9 ай бұрын

Quality. Creativity. Workmanship.Very nice.

@henrychaikin 9 ай бұрын

a comforting dose of competence done carefully and deliberately, thanks!

@basshunter4144 9 ай бұрын

Wow what a table, like the dark color; Shawn your talent to build is amazing .Can't wait for the continuous of a great story, not a word spoken but a story is being told. Im so glad to be a part thank you Shawn. Until next time be safe be well.

@DawnieRotten 8 ай бұрын

Beautiful!

@bay9876 9 ай бұрын

Like a picnic table made to be outside but under cover. A lot of good meals will be eaten on this one.

@ryanbradybaugh1386 9 ай бұрын

Nice mill! Pays for itself.

@catherinecooper2360 9 ай бұрын

Just super cool, Shawn! I also wish the episodes were a bit longer, but I understand that it takes a lot to edit and pull it all together. I appreciate all you do. Thank you.

@UrAJok3r 9 ай бұрын

They used to be 45-60+ minutes. Those were the days!

@themanonthestreet 9 ай бұрын

Love the live edge look!

@deborahbarrina7688 9 ай бұрын

You are amazing gifted person 🎉

@sandithompson5265 9 ай бұрын

Glad you are safe blessings on you and your family how is Emily feeling

@lindas7836 9 ай бұрын

Always look forward to your videos ❤

@Preciousaccordingto977 9 ай бұрын

Beautiful cabin! Beautiful dog!

@marilynlautner2454 9 ай бұрын

Very nice! You have really good skills!

@donnamaben775 9 ай бұрын

Haven't I seen this before. Never the less. Love what you do.

@user-gy2xe1yb8r 9 ай бұрын

That stove is amazing!

@aliceschmid9697 9 ай бұрын

especially love the live edges!

@xamiiii 9 ай бұрын

Muy lindo todo lo q hace este señor

@sherryshannonhouse7527 9 ай бұрын

Like the pinic table and benchs. Did very nice work. Look forward to seeing tbe outdoor kitchen done.

@susanalbone5101 9 ай бұрын

Absolutely stunning. You have been building things out of wood now for many years but there still must be an element of satisfaction knowing that what you are sitting on was built with your own fair hands. Looking forward to the next one. Take care, be safe. ❤ Dorset, UK

@normadorrego 9 ай бұрын

Lo mejor de KZfaq en construcción de cabaña.Saludos desde Uruguay 🇺🇾 Admirable lo que a progresado con el tiempo

@167curly 8 ай бұрын

Great work, Shawn.

@tobinlakeguideservices 8 ай бұрын

That’s a great looking table.

@HipHopCantSaveMe 9 ай бұрын

17:05 nice looking burger!!!

@jonduthiel7399 9 ай бұрын

Nice one.! Hugs for Cali.

@dircegouvea451 9 ай бұрын

Parabéns Shawn James,por nos compartilhar este lindo vídeo,vc e um guerreiro maravilhoso.🙏😘🤗

@lynetteleiser580 9 ай бұрын

I been waiting for the next video. I'm so glad to see you and a new video

@kengardiner8106 9 ай бұрын

I am amazed at the quality of your craftmanship, and the end results are superb. I am so envious of your talent and the attention to the detail which looks amazing. Great work and great video.

@halinawiecek2297 9 ай бұрын

Table and bench looks nice good job.

@donnastephen8557 7 ай бұрын

That's amazing wow.

@jbthor9032 9 ай бұрын

😂😂 😋 I liked the way you slapped that burger together. How was it? I already know. 👍👍👍 Nice job on the picnic table. I wait to see when all your friends come to visit. Are you going to enclose the kitchen before winter? 🤔

@MySelfReliance 9 ай бұрын

I was thinking no, but now I’ve decided yes. Even screening will keep most of the snow out

@trisho.8331 9 ай бұрын

@@MySelfRelianceHppy to hear you’re screening I. The outdoor kitchen B4 winter. Looking great!! Thanks as always for these great vlogs. Be well and take care. ❤