red things are for changing bicycle tyres. the end with the space hooks over the spoke so you have both hands free for working on the next one. least thats how it's supposed to work. i used just "borrow" a couple of tablespoons from mum. never really understood why she got so pissed with me!!

YES! ROYAL BLOOD!!! I love that album, it's been on repeat for at least a month.

I absolutely agree with you on this point. So much so, that every day I try to do something creative where I get to use my hands. I'm a graphic designer and work at a computer every day, so it's gotten to be very important to do something daily that is "analog." I'll work in my shop during my lunch break or sketch in my sketchbook. It really doesn't matter what it is, as long as it's not on the computer. It helps bring a certain balance to what I do and allows me to be creative in a variety of ways.

For changing bike tires. The flat/dished part goes under the tire, between the rim, then you twist down and put a wheel spoke in the locking slot on the other end to hold the tool down.

That's a "bicycle tire" tool, it's used to help get the tire off of the rim; place the flat end under the bead & pull it out so the bead is outside the rim then you can clip the hook on a spoke while do the same with a second or third.

Excellent video Laura! And very wise words to live by. Glad to see music was such a high priority for you. That's always the first thing I do when I step inside my workshop... turn on the tunes! I sometimes turn the music on remotely (Sonos) before I open up the door just so I have entrance music! hehehe. Love your work! Can't wait for the next installment!

I agree with you completely! It's important to get out of the shop too. Having a balanced life only helps to inspire you and make you more creative! Awesome toys you got there!

Balance is key. Taking time to recharge and relax allows for new ideas to inspire your future projects

Super Motto und guter Tipp hin und wieder auch die Arbeit mal liegen zu lassen! Hab das Osterwochenende mal ausnahmsweise nichts in der Werkstatt gearbeitet und Zeit mit Frau und Kindern verbracht und das hat richtig gut getan. Jetzt muß ich nur noch meine Zeit im Büro reduzieren und dann ... hätte ich mehr Zeit für die Werkstatt :-D Schöne Grüße und alles Gute, Günther

Great advice, I need to get out of my shop more too!

Great update! Agree 100% with the statement: "Your work can only be as interesting as your life."

Royal Blood! "Figure it Out", "Out of the Black", "Little Monster" they got some good air time around here last summer. Good philosophy Laura, stay inspired!

Hey Laura, thanks for the tip about Royal Blood. Never heard of them til today, but thanks to the power of the Internet it is now thumping out my shop speakers! 🤘😎

Laura, always stay inspired. Your vlog has inspired me. Thx Never heard of any of those bands you mentioned. I like classic rock, Led Zepplin, Pink Floyd, and the such. I know, I'm old, lol.

True , so true. Love your work and work what you love Wish you the best

I love the music factor. I listen with my in-ear headphones. I can work for so long and not get bored with my music!

Yes, those little red things are bicycle tire levers. One stays stationary, so the tire does not put itself back on the rim, the other slides around the rim until you reach the other.

Balance is one of life's most important things for sure.

The red thingy is a beer bottle opener and only should be used for that purpose.

My husband and I have been moving into a giant basement for our new studio/workshop. And I'm so happy to see you have a turntable in your workshop. It's the only way to listen to music and if I can find another set up that won't break the bank, I will follow your lead!

MUSIC in the shop ? you're dead right ! I need to ressucitate my massive system I bought in the UK 20 years ago and sort of set aside in the last move... because we have twin kids and not too much space in the living room. Well, in the shop it goes, listening to drunken master blues from Paul Personne and Carolyn Wonderland ! Cheers and keep on trucking !

Thanks for the music discovery. Royal blood is awesome !

Yay! Glad your figuring things out; being happy is key to being productive. and so far your batting a 1000 on music. Everything thus far I own or have in a playlist! =D

the day off- wise words- great ideas

Hello again Laura! We don't have a turntable in our woodworking shop, but we do have one in our electronics workshop! Majority of our vinyl has been purchased directly from bands at shows or when youtuber's we follow have released pressings :) Now and then we'll import records for the more obscure / larger acts. Recently we imported a German pressing of Blue Angel (the rockabilly band Cyndi Lauper fronted before she got all famous on MTV). Thanks Germany, and no ... you can not have that record back. It's ours, all ours! muhaha.

Super. Die roten Dinger sind wirklich zum Reifen wechseln am Fahrrad.

Laura, be careful using the turntable while you work. Wood dust can damage the vinyls and the needle of the turntable. The plastic tools looks like an accessory for disassembly car's doors panels and others fragile stuffs. At least I use for it ;)

Thank you Laura, I like your music choices (and your work). Just bought the album via iTunes. Keep them coming ;) The video clip of Figure It Out is also great.

Whoa! That American Craftsman Workshop sticker looks great on the lid of that disc spinner:) When I am slammed with work in the shop, and my thoughts are all jammed up, getting away from the shop seems counter-intuitive. But when I do, the mental block breaks free and all the answers and solutions to my project challenge flow freely.

I'd use those red things to open paint cans.

It does make sense. Record players are awesome.

That red thing looks like a bicycle, tire changing tool there are usually 2-3 of them in a kit.

awesome quote there.....freebies are always great....

Ja , es ist um den Mantel von der Fahrradfelge zu bekommen. Meistens sind es drei im Set, der offene Kreis ist dazu da in die Speiche eingehackt zu werden.

Great quote, thanks.

The red tool is for changing tires on a bicycle.

hola laura muy buenos tus videos y espero que subas mas. me encanta tu forma de hablar y la musica de fondo muy buena. hasta luego

thank you I needed that reminder you're awesome as always ,have a great day!

Royal Blood has been pumping in the garage, basement and shed for months now. Basically every where I'm tinkering, it's blasting.

love the message in this one!

yes red plastic tools are for change bicycle tires.. ciao!!

I would totally put a record player in my workshop!!! No space though, have to deal with mp3s instead for now!

well another great video Laura .. we saw your new shop when you first moved in .. i wondering where you have made your music/recorded player room ?? Might be time for a shop update ...

I have a record player in my workshop as well!!! I'm actually building a stand for it in a couple of weeks. Awesome video!

Always great

The red thing is a tyre lever with what looks like a built in spoke key

Yay! I'm so glad you like it. Thank you!!!!

Work life balance is extremely important. Especially when one has a family. I've been so busy, I haven't uploaded a video in two months! Anyway, I'm enjoying your vlogs!

I'd just be worried about sawdust on the records... maybe an upcoming project to "shop proof" the record player :)

Shop Music suggestion of the week: Lights by Archive. I'll check out Royal Blood for sure.

I don't think I've heard of any of the bands you've mentioned. I like guns n roses and def leppard, but I'll definitely try what you recommend

Reifenheber. Sorry if 100 people already answered it, I haven't read the comments yet. But maybe I am the only one to answer (partially) in German?

Nail on the Head, Red Thing is for changing bicycle tires. Enjoy

Great message! Hello from the Woodworking Shows in Atlanta Georgia, U.S.A. Hanging out with about twenty Video Woodworkers. We should have asked you to see if you wanted to Skype with us at the show for a live feed. We are here until Sunday 4/3.

Könntest vielleicht mal wieder ein längeres video machen :-D aber sonst wieder echt klasse. macht echt spaß dir zu zu gucken

You really need some Neil Diamond in your record collection, but you are probably too young to remember him LOL ;-)

The red things are tire levers for changing bicycle tires.

Hi Laura - I think you have it nailed, but also don't forget your relationships - your partner, your friends, your family. If you build THAT right then they will be there for you regardless of what else happens in your life. I also need to blame you for something - thanks to you I am now hooked on Biffy Clyro. Hmmm.

Very interesting video

Good work!

saw them live at Fenway last summer with Foo Fighters... been a fan of them for some time. They Ripped it.

Royal blood is great! Like you! ;-)

those are tire change levers for a bicycle

Laura, You need to get out and experience life. It keeps your head fueled for the job. Looks like you've got bike tire repair tools, there! Much of my music stuff is Pioneer and Sansui leftovers from my GI days. They still sound great, but I tend to listen to the Classic Rock Oldies of 70s-90s, including Country. Its all good, cept RAP. Take care.

I have been looking for some new music, loving Royal Blood

Geil ein 1210er im Store. Check! :)

the red things are tire levers

16.000 +. Its going fast.

your english very clear

I have your sticker in an envelope, its addressed, and it even has a stamp on it, as well as air mail stamp... I just really need to to take that to the next level and post it with the other 71 envelopes :-/

The album cover is made by Dan Hillier, he made so much cool stuff! (check it out, get inspired!)

I guess you will be remaking those speakers any time soon ;) Am I right?

Bike tire lever.

I absolutely agree with you on this point. So much so, that every day I try to do something creative where I get to use my hands. I'm a graphic designer and work at a computer every day, so it's gotten to be very important to do something daily that is "analog." I'll work in my shop during my lunch break or sketch in my sketchbook. It really doesn't matter what it is, as long as it's not on the computer. It helps bring a certain balance to what I do and allows me to be creative in a variety of ways.

I guess you will be remaking those speakers any time soon ;) Am I right?