Beginner to full-time woodworker in 2 years. It's entertaining, I promise

It also features contributions from @dainermade , @JackmanWorks , @turgworks4138 , @diyforknuckleheads and @BeauMiles . I also mention @Foureyes.Furniture when talking about pallet wood is a scam and @MikeFarrington about the biscuit joiner. Go check them all out.

Editor @BearAtSki

🔨 About This Video:
In this video, I dismantle pallets to build garden furniture, craft a cabin from storm-felled trees, and eventually set up my own woodworking haven—all filmed over the span of three years starting from the lockdown summer of 2020. Discover how I make use of every resource, including repurposing old tools and learning from each mistake along the way.

🛠️ Projects Covered:
Pallet Dismantling and Reusing: Starting with basic hand tools to sophisticated methods, learn how to efficiently dismantle pallets for various projects.
Garden Table Creation: Watch the full process from cleaning boards to constructing a sturdy, rustic table.
Cabin Building with My Daughter: A heartwarming and challenging project using logs from nearby forests, showcasing the process of milling, designing, and building from scratch.
Tool Evolution: From a handsaw and a cheap drill to acquiring essential woodworking tools like a circular saw, planer, and the mighty biscuit joiner.

🌍 Setting:
Set in my backyard in Denmark, this video not only explores woodworking but also delves into the serene and industrious lifestyle that rural living offers. From the joys of working with natural materials to the trials of building in unpredictable weather, this series encapsulates the essence of DIY spirit.

👷 Why Watch This?
Inspiration for Budget Builds: Perfect for DIY enthusiasts looking for low-cost building ideas.
Comprehensive Building Techniques: From novice mistakes to professional tips, there’s something for every level of experience.
Community and Family: Building projects that bring people together, creating memories and practical skills alongside lasting structures.

🎥 Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to Backyard Builds
00:56 One small step for mankind, but a giant leap for Jesper
18:43 Foundation
24:44 Getting help
26:34 The religion of PYT
36:50 The importance of talking to your neighbors
40:33 My pallet wood religion
47:10 Continuity
50:48 Everything is connected
1:00:53 Everything grows
1:04:15 If you build it, they will come
1:17:42 Use the force, Luke

🛒 Tools & Materials Used:
Basic Tools: Pry bar, sledgehammer, hand saw, cheap drill
Advanced Equipment: Circular saw, thickness planer, biscuit joiner, tenon cutter, sliding bandsaw (sawmill)
Materials: Reclaimed pallets, storm-felled logs, old tools gifted by family

📚 Behind the scenes

For real-time updates and behind-the-scenes, follow my second behinds the scenes channel here:: @intherough-jespermakes

🤝 Support My Channel:
Enjoying the build series? Consider subscribing for more woodworking adventures, DIY tips, and backyard engineering! Hit the like button if you learned something new, and don't forget to share this video with other DIY enthusiasts.

💬 Engage with me:
Got questions or feedback? Leave a comment below! Interested in more detailed breakdowns of each project? Let me know which project you’d like to see more in-depth coverage of!

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Call to Action:
Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more inspiring woodworking content! Dive into the world of backyard builds with me and see what you can create with a little imagination and a lot of determination.

🔗 Useful Links:
Subscribe to My Channel: Jesper Makes
Follow on Instagram: Instagram/JesperMakes

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[michaelkraus]

Sure. You see that hour and a half runtime and think, No Way!
Spend the time! Spend the time!

[evan.bakker]

Hello from the Netherlands 🇳🇱, my name is Evan and I’m 15 years old. I found your channel recently and I love your content, I wish you the best in life, and may your father rest in peace.

[Tate-iq]

What’s up Jesper I’m a 15 yr old boy from Colorado USA. You have inspired me to make several projects and post some on YouTube. Love your content. Thanks for being you!

[MrSaranm]

Man built a table out of a pallet and then went "Why not a house next?" And if that isn't the biggest mood when it comes to discovering a new hobby I don't know what is.

[scottotterson]

What a pleasure to hear a Danish accent! I moved from Seattle to Copenhagen for a postdoc, and got to know a lovely family there. In a foreign land with no tools, I got itchy fingers, and I did little repairs and odd jobs on their farm. Love the Danish sensibility, and the Danish sense of humor.

[noahstignor]

Im a university student in Berlin, from Sweden. Honestly one of the best documentaries I've seen on YouTube. The editing is perfect, and the narration and story telling is so fitting and resonating. Thank you for restoring my faith in humanity a little bit.

[mewberthildimew]

Kind of funny that I'm a Computer Science student finishing up his last semester, yet here I am, following the Youtube algorythm, 15 minutes into a video about woodworking before realizing that I'm completely mesmerized and enchanted by your work. Really good job with this! I'm going to keep watching this off-and-on again whenever the world wears down my optimism. I love that you and your daughter are working on these projects together, and both with buzz cuts! Two beautiful human beans just having fun with wood, fantastic.

[GoldenTV]

These are the videos people want to see. We're tired of seeing videos where the person has an entire workshop with the most high tech tools saying "Here's how to make this!"
Also stop sponsoring Betterhelp, they're known to sell data and not hire professionals. For that reason a lot of youtubers have stopped accepting sponsors from them. Also, I can't imagine how it feels. But he would've wanted you to be happy.

[DanieleDuPlessis]

Hi Jesper!
Sorry to hear about your dad. Mine passed in 2021 & it hit me really hard. I feel you. Both my parents are gone now & im in my mid 30's still 😢.

Have watched all your videos, loved this one too! Your commentary is the best. Im from Hampshire UK. I just finished building my kids the most epic jungle gym for a fraction of the cost of buying. Mainly with reclaimed wood. So solid!
My dad would have loved it.

Keep moving forward 👍 much love

[saracrhs]

hello Jesper!
i'm Sara, 20, from the south of Brazil!

my father works as a carpenter since he was very young, so i always loved everything involving woodwork and all the things you can make with it. when i saw you and your daughter working together, it reminded me of when i was little and wanted to help him!

i'm sorry for your loss, i'm sure your father is very proud of you.

i absolutely loved watching you improve your work day after day, thank you for sharing with us! i would love to see more, keep moving forward!

[terryatwater]

Hello Jesper. I am a 63 year old female and disabled veteran. I live in Columbia, South Carolina . USA. have a lot of free time when I am not working in my football size backyard. I have been wanting to start a hobby with woodworking. I have enjoyed your video. It is a great inspiration for me. Thank you for sharing your work.

[diyforknuckleheads]

Hey Jesper....great video as per usual 👍👍 Loved the whole journey you've been on mate and thanks for the little appreciated 👍😁🇦🇺

[jasonclements]

Jesper, my name is Jason from Arkansas in the USA! I too lost my mother and father in 2022, I’ve done woodworking for years! My problem is that I don’t know how to use social media! Watching you videos gives me hope that I can learn how to show my work to the world!! Thank you!!

[Monkey_the_Knifethrower]

Hello Jesper!! My name is Jonathan and I am from Sweden 🇸🇪 I found out this video 1 day ago and already stopped after 30min to make my own coffee table from pallets! You are such an inspiration ❤ May your father rest in peace and may you keep doing fantastic work like this!

While the glue is drying I’m keep watching your video. 🫶🏼

[RS_Gelo]

Hi there, i'm from Petrozavodsk, Russia. It is great to see that you found a craft, that touched your soul! Keep up with it and thrive!

[takis]

I have to say it... watching woodworking with this extra serious retro-modern synth score in the background is absolutely addictive!

[MarkDurbin]

Hi Jesper, the drill that cuts the wood plugs from the board for filling the holes is called a "plug cutter", thanks for the video :)

[KylesWalkFame]

Hello! Beginning wood worker from Northern California, USA. I can’t tell you how much your video helped me on my own journey! Between what tools are necessary and beginning techniques to master and build on! The number one thing that your videos provide to me is priceless, and it’s something that every person trying to learn anything needs, and that is CONFIDENCE!! Thank you Jesper!

[dmytroromanenko]

Hi Jesper! I'm from Kropyvnytsky, Ukraine. For me woodworking is like a small hobby, and your work is one of the factors that inspired to continue doing new things.😺

[adamjoshuahughes]

Kia Ora,

My mum is from Denmark (first language I ever spoke), Dad is from Invercargill New Zealand. Brother is born in Plymouth England. I'm born in Grimsby England. Dad's a classic wooden boat builder, mum was working at the London Seamans Mission at the time. After he'd circumnavigated (and decided on religion half way through) on the yacht he'd built, he was over there in England. Met mum and blah blah. Bought a 78ft wooden fishing boat in Denmark, named it King David and converted it to liveaboard ketch. Sailed to the Falkland Islands where they set up the Falkland Islands Lighthouse Seamans Mission and ran it for around 6yrs. Then we all packed up and came here to Whangarei NZ where we've been ever since. My wife is from Erie, Pennsylvania and we've got a 6yr old son. Can't have any more though seeing as she's got an extremely rare blood disorder/cancer/concoction of sorts.

I used to do crane/trucks etc, but after she got sick and I got bored of sitting around I decided to take the plunge and finally study towards something I really want to do, so am now in my second year of a Bsc of Applied Science in Environmental Management with the dream of getting a MsC or a PhD in either mycology, freshwater ecology or biology, or marine biology or ecology.

I love working with wood in my spare time, and have an original combination Coronet Major lathe which I'm hoping to get pieces for. Other than woodworking, I'll be anywhere near, on, or in the sea.

Keep up the good mahi Jesper!