1000 Feet of Denim and 20 Gallons of Epoxy

Trying to make a table from denim and epoxy...

Items used in this video:

00:00 Introduction
01:16 How much denim?
01:55 This much denim
02:53 Epoxy prep
03:58 First sheet of denim
05:26 Epoxy problems
07:08 Last sheet of denim
08:13 Epoxy spill
09:25 Epoxy cleanup
10:27 Building table legs
13:22 Leather stitching
14:10 Planing denim
15:03 Giving the table away
16:49 Ran out of epoxy
18:19 How to make an epoxy table
19:13 Brass outlets
21:45 Sanding denim
23:11 Finishing denim
25:34 Polishing denim
26:33 Table leg delivery
27:24 Giveaway/reveal

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[DOITWITHDAN]

The Jable turned out great! The "Cant you just buy denim?" killed me lmao

[That_Stealth_Guy]

He deserved that table 100%. Talk about a humble man. I don't know if I like the idea of using denim, or his leather wrapping skills more! Kudos to both of you for making an amazing desk!

[boomstykurboo]

The camera guy is the real mvp. "Can't you just buy denim?" 😂 just imagine the cost had you done this in Levi's.

[galady]

That is beyond a desk. That is a totally functional piece of art. The shape of the legs, the hand-stitched leather wrapped legs, the perfectly finished denim and resin table top, the brass components and the useful and amazing brass outlets = perfection! The 'picky' new owner was obviously delighted with your design. I know he and his wife will treasure your generous gift. Well done indeed!

[JH-uujl]

"Picasso was a horrible woodworker" is my new favorite punchline. Great project. It turned out so nice. Love the visual texture.

Glad your leather partner liked it and that his wife liked it too!

[colbydobransky]

"Picasso was a horrible woodworker." 😂😂😂 Fantastic work as always. Love the denim and brass look.

[ruthrausch]

I'm an old (87) lady that loves to watch you create! I love the look of denim for the table. It gave me the idea of making denim coasters. I got too old to sell my resin items at craft shows, so I give it all away. I think you are a great artist!

[dp]

I only recently found your channel, and I am blown away by most if not all of your pieces, but this denim table made me cry. Those legs, the detail in the stitching, WoW!!
So nice of you to give the desk to that craftsman!
I hope one day to be able to afford one of your tables, I want that piece on your wall, no question!! Bravo to you for your work...amazing!

[emanueladadarlat]

Honestly, I'm not necessarily a denim enthusiast (for things other than jeans), so I was quite skeptical going into the video. I'm blown away of how much I like it. And the stitching on those legs such craftsmanship from you both.

[Thomasfrank]

You could start a whole channel just for scraping epoxy off stuff, so satisfying to watch 😄

[J-Peterson]

LEVIS... I am absolutely speechless on so many fronts. Firstly, you tried something totally new and really struggled with it, but eventually created a masterpiece. Secondly you collaborated with an absolute artist (perfectionist) not unlike like yourself. Thirdly, you rewarded him with the gift of the work of art that you both created together.

I am embarrassed that all I can do to support you is subscribing to your channel and commenting on every video of yours that I see. You are a craftsman, a gentleman and a great human being. I salute you.

[zackj]

This table is a masterpiece, would love to see a black denim version. I'd imagine it might almost look like carbon fiber from across the room.

[mrgt]

Honestly appreciate how genuine you are about feeling like you’ve messed up. As someone just starting out in woodworking it often feels like everyone on YouTube is making masterpieces and you’re the only one making mistakes. Thank you

[Taxic]

Honestly, this kind of falls into the art category. It's super unique, and kinda wacky, but also reserved and beautiful. This is the kind of stuff that's puts you in future art history and design classes dude. Well done.

[alexisspence]

This is definitely one of the coolest projects I’ve seen. The leather wrapped legs were a perfect complement to the desk.

[scottrobes]

Levis, just to be the only person to follow your instructions. LOVE this table. You are quite the artist

[jgrimmier]

I like grey denim, so I’d love to see a desk in that shade. This desk is amazing, and the warm/cool colour contrast is perfect. More denim projects please!

[endar]

Blacktail Studio is my favourite brand of denim now. Seriously though, this is one of my all time fav projects you've made. So cool looking.

[jonathanporter]

Yo honestly, the denim table came out looking real proper. The leather wrapped legs are tight and flawless. Also, using brass hardware/components and recessing them to fit flush was the icing on the cake. For real, that is a one of a kind badass looking table.

[heaych]

Hello! When I work with denim and epoxy like this is use a wallpaper trough. Fill it with epoxy and run the denim sheet through, dragging against the wire ‘strainer’. Works really well. Much love from Australia 🇦🇺