5 Ways to Start Woodworking NOW!

Today I’m talking about how anyone can get started woodworking. The assumption is that we need a certain set of tools to start designing and woodworking, but I don’t think that is necessarily true. So I am talking about how I think we can all get started with just the simplest of things like a pencil and paper. From there, I talk about the next steps we can take to get into woodworking without having to make a huge investment. Hope it helps someone get started!

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A Caring Friend - Bad Snacks
Lulu - Underbelly

[wowzers]

Started with a hand saw miter box($20), wood glue($5), hammer ($8), and wood nails ($2.50) and sand paper ($10) and couldn't be happier. Obviously I'll upgrade to power tools. But just for a start, I am loving it even with the hand tools.

[lcasouza]

I have always been eager to make stuff, but my busy career has, way too often, been "in the way". Your channel has inspired me to think about woodworking. Last year I finally took the plunge and started. It has not only satisfied a deep urge, but it has also helped me to go through these hard times during the pandemic. Thanks for what you do! You are great! My wife and I love the style of your furniture and one day I will be able to do something at the same level. Love from Finland!

[letoanor]

I'm not physically able to work with wood, so I've learned to make cardboard furniture, and your channel is among a handful that really make me want to try to work with wood veneer over cardboard. "Just make something, anything" is the best advice ever. You don't need fancy tools - or materials - when you have creativity.
Love you guys ^_^

[scotto]

This is my favorite "How to start woodworking" video yet. There's no many of these out there and yet you found something new and profoundly useful to add. In fact I would recommend THIS as the first video someone interested should watch. The advice to find a class is something I hadn't thought of.

[gregmize]

Yeah, i could make videos too if I had all those pencil sharpeners.

[trippymchippy]

This week, I took about 24 old bed slats and turned them into a lovely little coffee table. All I had was a £4 Amazon saw and a whole lot of glue. I don't have a drill, screws or even nails. The end product is actually really cool and super strong due to the way I reinforced it. It really helped to be starting with 24 pieces of squared off wood, all of the same size. I sanded it by hand and stained it with tea before using an old can of clear varnish. I even pinned some old carpet to the feet. I'm really satisfied with it and can't wait to build something else. :)

[justinb]

I love your channel. I’m new to woodworking and my favorite part of your channel is that you guys use animation to explain what you’re talking about. Really helps to drive the point home. Can’t wait to binge watch all your videos. Keep up the great work!

[TsvetanVR]

Thank you!
I cannot stress enough how great advice that is and how superbly it has been presented. You can directly apply it to any new hobby or profession you're thinking of trying out. This is the healthy way to start out. "Do your homework" and let the lack of X/Y/Z tool be the only thing between you and what you're going after. It's very easy, especially when you're in a good financial state, to just buy a bunch of tools and be completely clueless about where to start and what to do.

[Bjeenie]

I started with just a cheap drill, sandpaper and a handsaw when i build my first cabinet. it wasn't completely straight, but i learned a lot! next tool i bought was a circular saw which improved my builds a lot! and in the long run after 10 years i have a lot of tools ;-)

[thewestmountgroup]

I enjoyed listening to the video as I was updating spreadsheets. Over 40 years ago I expressed interest in woodworking, I never lacked folks who were willing to teach. They are out there knock on doors and offer to help out. We have a number of people who raid our waste bins for material. We are happy to give away the materials that others need to start their projects. Everything in this short video is true. If you want to build there should be no barriers. Habitat ReStores are a great place to find good used tools. Have Fun Be Safe and don't be afraid of making mistakes.
Great channel guys.

[theblowupdollsmusic]

Chris's stool he was working on is actually really awesome. Slick and modern style. I like the mixed woods for the seat. Would love a tutorial on how to make that.

[andyiliff]

This video really spoke to me. I've wanted to start building and physically making more stuff, but with having a newborn it's hard to find time. I have been scratching my itch by sketching ideas and 3D modeling much more heavily for the past year or so and it definitely motivates me to bring my ideas to life in the physical world. I think that this is the best "how to start woodworking" video I have ever seen. Thanks, guys! You inspire me to take my passion and turn it into something more.

[warrenbaker]

I love this channel. You both have such big hearts and a truly philosophical approach to woodworking that makes it a lot more than woodworking. It's a lifestyle thing. This vid is highly recommended for all of us beginning and a bit further on. And it shows how you could share your knowledge with others if you are further on in your woodworking journey!!

[shubhamkulkarni]

I liked the speed of this video. The calm way he was talking was really comforting and informative. Thank you !

[dominiccruz]

I glad I found your videos on woodworking. I am new to woodworking and would like to start working with wood. Watching your videos and seeing all the machines and tools you use to make your projects overwhelmed me. I am on the verge of retiring after working for so long. I'm feeling a bit antsy with the thought of sitting idle with nothing to do. I do like working with my hands and have done a few projects with little or no real training. My projects work for the most part but could use a little more fine tuning. I have thought about taking a woodworking workshop from our local community college, I just have to find one. Your video answered my questions about where to start my next adventure. Thanks for sharing and look forward to seeing more of your woodworking videos.

[chillyspoon]

Dude! - what a great video. I guess that like many of your audience I'm lucky enough to be over the difficult threshold of getting started but I feel re-inspired having watched this, and I hope it helps thousands of budding woodworkers to pick up the pencil and start drawing!

[namtech]

This is very true, I am now into my 8th year with woodworking starting exactly that way, I went out bought used power tools, a jigsaw/beltsander/circular saw. Today I have multitude of tools ranging from drum sanders to planers to two bench saws and and and, the thing is just begin, make mistakes, retry and retry until you step back and go - Wow I made that. Someone along the lines will come around and say - hey can you make one for me? Sell it and just go with it.

[jimsjacob]

Your subtle humor is awesome you guys! They’re like Easter eggs in each production. Keep ‘em coming!!

[sckhoo]

Exactly what I need to watch Chris. I will make a lampstand this weekend. I pick up a piece of wood a few weeks ago at the roadside, will plane it down, and chisel a base for LED.

I really like the chair, will want to keep that design in mind.

[dylancontento]

Thanks for this video. I think the pressure of trying to make a piece without a massive shop with a plethora of tools, and the build coming out lackluster compared how I envisioned has always deterred me from starting woodworking but I’m finally gonna take the plunge and just build for the sake of trying it. Gonna make a bookcase starting tomorrow. Whatever happens, happens. Thanks for the encouragement!