When going above and beyond is necessary

Prizes include GAMING CONSOLES and Amazon gift cards with a total value of $10,000!
Additional bonus - after downloading Raid with my link redeem the code "SPRINGHUNT24" to receive more rewards!
Hurry, this offer is available exclusively from April 15th to May 31 for both new and existing players

Let's face it: the hound's tooth dovetail is a silly endeavor. And yet, in some instances, that ornamentation can be exactly the thing that's needed for the piece. That's the pickle I find myself in at the moment. And so, I was forced to go above and beyond to cut these corners. Hope you enjoy.

I have a PATREON! If you want to support this channel and join a great community of woodworkers, you can do so here:

If you want to purchase a GO MAKE A THING shirt, or other merch to support the channel, you can find them at the link below:

Thanks for watching! If you enjoyed this video please consider supporting my channel by subscribing and hitting that notification bell. It really helps small channels like mine.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Items I use in this video: (some are affiliate links which help sponsor this content)

Items I keep on hand in the shop:
Glue:

My Finish Mix:

Power Tools and Accessories:

Sharpening:

TotalBoat Epoxy:

You can stay up to date with my work here:

[ENCurtis]

Prizes include GAMING CONSOLES and Amazon gift cards with a total value of $10, 000!
Additional bonus - after downloading Raid with my link redeem the code "SPRINGHUNT24" to receive more rewards!
Hurry, this offer is available exclusively from April 15th to May 31 for both new and existing players

[richpeggyfranks]

After making dovetails for nearly 50 years, I still stand back and admire them. Much as you did here. I no longer take orders for pieces, but friends, neighbors and family all want custom stuff. My shop rule is that even though I won't make it for you, you can come to the shop and we'll make it together. If they accept, I always begin with a talk that this process is NOT about efficiency, not about saving time or material, not about making something that looks like it came from a box, not about taking shortcuts, and that "good enough" is not good enough. Thx.

[KoshEFG]

There's some nice woodwork in the Shadowlands commercial 😂

Seriously, awesome woodwork, and whatever pays the bills.

[kingofcastlechaos]

OMG. I've been in the business for nearly 40 yrs and always take Fridays off to catch up on paperwork, industry news and a few videos. This video came across and I liked your shop layout and how you begin a new job. Was not expecting the interaction at the 2:00 mark. THAT IS MY LIFE for how I ponder critical steps (just did not realize it!). Have liked and subscribed so looking forward to going through your past videos. Well done- really laughed my ass off.

[singingriverwoodwork]

Bro tried to make a fine piece of furniture - actually made people skip this video to play Raid Shadow Legends

[brianhawes]

I’ve always loved using hand tools, and like you said they are slow, but then came my lathe, sharp chisels are a must and there is no good alternative, plus I can knock out finished pieces in under an hour

[dougdavidson]

Nailed the video. And that cabinet is awesome too! Thanks Eric. Waiting to see your process in coopering the door. Take care & stay safe.

[jimmcnett]

That looks really good. You always are stretching your reach. It is very inspiring.

[tabitha]

Love watching you work. Very calming and motivating each saturday before I get into the shop, myself. Thank you for the inspiration you provide to me every week

[MichaelReopelle]

Love the houndstooth dovetails! Also, narration adds an element that I don’t think is as easily obtained via non-narrated variety.

[michaelthompson]

Is it weird that I very much enjoyed watching Erik come up with a design and then work to figure out how to, in a practical sense, make it? That contrast between pure art and pure craft. Maybe I'm getting a tad too philosophical there but that's how I saw it. I continue to appreciate that you spend much more time discussing design than any other woodworking YouTuber I watch Erik. Thank you.

Btw, when Jerry Seinfeld was a "fancy boy" he wore a fur coat and carried a European Carry-All. Just sayin.

[BradHutchings]

I love what you're doing with the paid spots. Fun, hilarious, and showing off your wood... work.

[terrytopliss]

Excellent video Eric, always good to see you doing something a little different. Thanks for the video.👍👍

[woodnotestudio]

Great video. Love that you’re getting sponsors. I’ve been trying out dovetails, and they are so hard to do by hand. You make it look so easy.

[blackapronwoodworking]

love the new 'fancy boy' joinery category... appreciate the showing and process of working through when a snafu happens... Larissa cameo!!!
as always, thanks for sharing and inspiring to 'make a thing'!

[skippylippy]

"Fancy Boy DoveTails" ! LOL
This is a really nice blend of using both power tools and hand tools. Thanks!

[christophermcclellan]

You mention your hand tool use in this video. One of the things I like about your style is you use machines for efficiency, but recognize when it’s right to get the hand tools out. It’s not machines or hand tools. It’s machines AND hand tools.

[funnyguyable]

4 minutes for an ad and then two minutes for your outro doesnt leave a lot left for wood working. your woodworking technique is on point.

[darrylbrook]

Good Job Eric... We do what we do to get our end... Cheers

[walterrider]

thank you EN . had to laugh at the old bit . i was playing gates of anderon in my 50-to early 60s loved it . got to met ppl from all over the world . oh and i was not the oldest playing a couple in thier 70s