Design Craft Workshop

12/27/2024

What a year it has been.

It wasn’t a busy year for me in terms of content as you probably noticed. With our third kid arriving during the summer and the business growing, there wasn’t much time for anything else. However, the feeling of not having to chase content for content's sake really felt good. I didn’t want to post content just to get something out there and not create something meaningful or helpful. I was able to focus on the family and find clarity in the growth of the business. I did post stories of projects I’ve been working on and it was great connecting to those who follow along the way. Overall it was a much needed break from social media and I’m so grateful for those who still chimed in here and there on the stories. And I'm super thankful for the new and old clients who supported my work throughout the year. Hope everyone had a great Christmas and a happy new year! See you in 2025!

11/04/2024

This beauty is heading out to Cali!

Not complicated by any means but I did have to figure out the best way to make the round corners work. I glued up a few pieces of 1-1/2 boards and created a jig to double-side mill the shape on the CNC. This was before I picked up the 4th axis for the Shopsabre. Next time, it’ll be much easier. This was the first time I worked with brass as well. The vertices along the doors were custom made from solid brass blanks and I think it’s the detail that makes the piece unique. The client provided the design and selected Titanium Grey from for the finish.

06/14/2024

First project test on the CNC came out nice. Quick little medicine stand for my wife’s coworker‘s daughter that I put together on , ran the code on , and got it all cut out using white oak on the . So happy to never have to change tools between tool paths 🙌🏻

04/30/2024

Loving the warmth the white oak adds to this office. Happy with how this turned out! Many have asked about the wall texture. It’s actually Limewash paint and was done by the client. They did a great job and it’s a beautiful feature! What do you think?

04/16/2024

Another one done 🙌🏻

The client wanted to fill in the empty area beside the fireplace. So I added some cabinetry and white oak floating shelves to tie in some of the other white oak features in the kitchen and accent wall. A few strips of LED lights remotely controlled gives the space a nice warm glow in the evening. Excited to see how it all comes together once the painters finish painting and all the furniture is in.

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03/12/2024

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01/05/2024

New video is up! Build the living room project on Shapr3D or just download the model!

This is the 3d model of the living room media center project that I recently finished. I will walk you through the steps to make this model in Shapr3d as wel...

12/18/2023

New video is up!

We needed to add more storage and a little warmth to our new living room. So I built this massive 17 long media center out and covered it in riftsawn white o...

12/13/2023

If you didn't know, I do have a few digital products!
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12/07/2023

⬅️Before and After➡️

So glad that the living room is done just in time for Advent and I just can't get enough of this space! We wanted a space that was cozy, welcoming and relaxing. We also wanted a place that highlighted things that were important to us as a family and at the same time provided ample room for storage to keep the space tidy. I think we achieved it.

I honestly never thought I would like arches but I'm so glad we did. It highlights the main features which are the section for our home altar and a section for our family photos. I didn't want to over-emphasize the TV so LED strips were installed only in the arch areas. Because we have low ceilings here my wife was concerned that having such a huge entertainment center cause the space to feel short and claustrophobic. So I played with the scale and proportion and wanted the base area to visually look solid and heavier than the top portion. I opted for a thicker countertop profile and seamless white oak paneling and kept the base well below standard countertop height. Then I provided more void or open spaces above. This definitely worked out since the first thing my wife noticed was how open it felt 👍🏻😮‍💨

11/29/2023

Which plywood should you use?

Since I’m using various types of plywood for this entertainment center I thought I’d give a bit of insight on why the variations.

1️⃣ Lumber Core. I used lumber core plywood for the long shelf that will sit below the TV. It’s super lightweight but can handle a good amount of load without sagging. I highly recommend it if you’re building shelves or making something that has to span longer distances. It won’t sag overtime like MDF. The downside is the core doesn’t hold screws all too well. Which leads to…
2️⃣ Veneer Core Plywood. This is the typical stuff used for cabinets and everyday projects. I normally use C2 grade white birch for most of my common cabinets or a prefinished birch for the nicer builds. It's very common, very reliable, and screws hold nice and tight in the wood layers. However, it is the most costly out of the three sheets I used in my project. And depending on the quality of the sheets, some won't stay flat especially 1/4 or 1/2 inch sheets.
3️⃣ MDF Core. Overall MDF is a super flat sheet with no imperfections on the face so it's great for veneer work. I used this for all of the white oak paneling and that flat stable core allowed me to align the panels perfectly. It is very heavy and cutting this stuff makes a crazy amount of dust. Usually, it's the cheapest out of the three but with the solid wood veneer, the price definitely can go pretty high.

11/03/2023

You don't always need a table saw.

It sure helps, but I started out in my shop with a circular saw and a straight guide to break down sheet goods. Similar in function to this upgraded track saw. I don't think tools should stop you from getting started in woodworking and neither should skill level. If you are interested in learning more about starting out as a woodworker and learning from some of the best, check out FineWoodworking 12-week guided content program on how to start. Check out the link for more info! https://tag.gs/LSxRmp

10/25/2023

How intimidating is the table saw?

When I first started woodworking in college, it was the most intimidating tool that I used. I had no idea how to stand, how to properly feed a board through, and what safety even meant when using the table saw. It was a 5hp industrial table saw and it cut through everything like butter. I was lucky enough to have had a few shop managers to help get me familiar with using the tool, but there are tons of resources online now that can do the same. One of those resources is from FineWoodworking. If you're starting out and are intimidated like I was, be sure to check out the large library of lessons on their website like this one which covers table saw safety!

10/25/2023

Does anyone take a day off to plan?

For me, it’s needed as I’m trying to be more deliberate in how I use my time. With so much going on, it’s sometimes hard to find clarity in what is the more important task that generates the results I want. Currently, I’m planning two videos and two large projects. All of these need to be delivered by the end of November.

Cheers to trying not to procrastinate 🍻

10/12/2023

to one of my favorite builds.

This was a massive desk that essentially took up my entire living room. I modified the design that the client originally had to make it work for their space and loved the challenges that came from the weird angles. The most difficult piece was the base since there wasn't a single right angle and there needed to be a space to mount the cantilevered drawer box. Definitely was a fun build.

10/06/2023

Who is ready for the holiday rush?

October is the start of the season for me. It's usually the most busy since I have to start stocking up on all of the products for November and December. Last year I ended up working up until the week before Christmas running my CNC all day 7 days a week to keep up. This year I hope to be more prepared so I can at least enjoy December with the family. Best of luck if you're making and selling this quarter!

09/24/2023

Small projects can be lots of fun.

It can also be a great way to practice design. Because of the size, you can focus on small gestures that make big statements while developing your creative style. And since it’s small, you can quickly see the results and develop the design further.

09/13/2023

Back at my steady pace.

Finally getting back into the groove of working on commission and creating content. The focus of the shop has been on the top of the list and that is more or less done. I’m excited about the shop projects I have in store and how much space there is for organization. Until then, I do have some commissions lined up and I can’t wait to share the process!

No, I’m not making a Jenga set 😆