Building a Modern Dresser - Woodworking
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In this episode I'm building a Mid Century Modern Dresser. This is the most thought that I've ever put into a woodworking project. Probably because it is the first set of woodworking plans that I have ever produced, so I wanted to make sure that every little detail was considered before settling on a final design. In the end, I am very proud of the piece, and equally thrilled with how many woodworking concepts and techniques we were able to cover with this build.
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Love the dresser and the channel in general! I also love this addition of plans/courses and your focus on teaching general skills in the plans. I'm thinking about making this piece but was wondering how long you think it would take someone to make it? I'm sure the real answer is "it depends", but I'd appreciate if you could give a range or ballpark estimate. If it matters, I have a small space, most of the right tools but entry level (e.g. a small countertop table saw), and most importantly, I'd be a solid "beginner" to "advanced beginner" at best. Also: could I start with pre-milled lumber? I don't have a jointer or planer.
Hey Andrew...you're absolutely right about the real answer being "it depends" I would say the range would be 25 hours to 100 hours. That being an expert craftsman who is simply duplicating this build, to somebody more like you that will probably watch the videos multiple times, be learning new concepts along the way, and just generally taking a bit longer on each step. As for pre-milled....yes you can. Or even plywood for all, or certain parts.
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I once heard Denzel Washington say "Do what you have to do, so you can do what you want to do." I'll watch you guys make anything.
Denzel gives good advice. That’s why I hate the notion that you can either pursue your dream... or work a 9-5. You can do both. You’ll have no other time likely. But it can be done.
Ahh. Classic foureyes music choice, classic foureyes style. Fantastic. 😍
Glad you like it!
I way "late" on seeing this one, but hilarious Warby Parker ad. Great job fitting that in!
Very happy with. Worked as well as i expected
Did you buy the template??? Plan?
Please tell how was your experience using it
Your advertisement is probably the first I've don't skip. The way you laid it out was awesome. Keep up the awesome work.
I feel like the shop layout is different every time :D
haha...it kind of is. We've been going through a transitional period for the past 3 months or so. It's pretty settled now :)
I would like to build one. What a nice dresser!
This felt like a sentimental walk down the four eyes videos of old. It felt really nice.
Thanks man...I figured the beginning and end would be a bit nostalgic for the day one-ers :)
This style of dresser, detailed plans and instruction videos is EXACTLY what I've been looking for.
Beautifully done.
Can't wait to get me some plans!!
Guys! This is so exciting!
Thanks cody :)
Certified Banger!!!
It's only certified once somebody else says it... so thank you for that :)
that glasses segment was pure class, so smooth I never even saw it coming.
is that a pun???? :) :)
Maybe you need glasses...
Agreed, this is one of the best executed KZhead endorsement placements I've seen. Warby PM must be proud
I am really excited about this. I have seen enough woodshop setup and pocket hole furniture builds on KZhead to last a lifetime. This is exactly the kind of content I want to see more of. Thank you!
Thank you sir...appreciate that :)
The cabinet is absolutely stunning, it’s so beautiful. I wish my hubby was into woodwork, or at least I wasn’t terrified of tools, I would have a try myself. But alas, we have next to no tools. If we need furniture we have to pay for it, like nearly everyone else. But I do envy your wives who get to say “My husband made that” 👏👏👏👏👏👏
haha...thank you for the kind words. I can promise you though, my wife would tell you that the reality of the situation is very different. Perhaps if I were a hobbyist. That's probably the sweet spot :)
Simply, so nice
The way in which you include your adverts and sponsors is perfect. They elevate the video and don’t detract from the interesting yet soothing feel your videos have. Bloody good.
Thanks man...appreciate it :)
Walnut, acoustic guitar, fun storytelling, and beautiful furniture. All things that had me hooked on your channel from the first time I watched a couple of years ago.
Hey man...thanks! Glad you've stuck with me through the years. Doing these plans now is going to mean a lot more of these really high quality builds :)
Full transparency, I like that. Beautiful piece, I do love the leg design that you used for this piece; but then again, I am a difficult and complicated woman.
Man I’m not a woodworker but I wish I was or at least had the money to buy the equipment to make this. I am in love with this design, so elegant!!
Would love to see a bedside table of the same design
New to channel and I'm new to wood working. I work out of a single car garage. I have a DeWalt table saw and a Lowes miter saw. I made my own cross cut sled too. I almost finished built in cabinets and box shelves for my very first project. You are inspiring.
For me, the detail of the door and drawer fronts sitting back from the main case is brilliant! I would not have done that by choice but after seeing it , it adds a great dimensionality to the face of the piece. Great work and best of luck with the plans.
Thank you for all your clean content that I can use and thank you for introducing me to Warby Parker. My new eyes show up this Thursday.
Best part about these is even though I do not have the shop or the tools to support a build like this, someday, when I do, I will be back to buy them and follow along. A timeless treasure to the community. Thanks guys.
That's awesome...we'll be here...hopefully with. more to offer by then too :)
I'm digging the Lyle!
Great video. Best of luck with plans. Also agree with Warby Parker. Mahalo for sharing! : )
Chris your work is always most precise and clean. Then your using natural grain material with no need of stains or synthetic laminates. The influence of your region is highly fab. Thank you for another great video.
Hey Chris. I've been watching your videos since the beginning, when you had two or three videos up. I gotta say this is hands down my favorite project from you. I'm super stoked to pick up these plans.
Hey Arthur...really appreciate that! Thank you for sticking with me for such a long time. Hope you dig the plans man :)
I really cant stand you but I love your work. Keep it up.
Stunning
Amazing work. Congratulations you're great
Awesome dresser Chris! 😍👌🏻👍🏻👊🏻
Thanks! 😍👌🏻👍🏻👊🏻
This is gorgeous! I am really into woodworking and working through pieces like this help me to be a better one. I actually just bought 100 board feet of walnut so maybe I'll have some leftover to make this!
Nice! That's enough to get this build done...most likely :)
@@Foureyes.Furniture I recently got into online wood shopping and so far Bell Forest has been amazingly fast so I'll probably order more!
Man that's a lovely woodpecker set you got! Awesome video and project as well, it's really something to come up with something new, and get to the point of organising everything, planning, etc.... and building it, to have the patience to get to the end of the project. Thanks a lot for sharing! This one was wholesome.
Thanks man...appreciate it. And definitely not taking anything I have for granted :)
Just a stunning piece of furniture!!
Thanks :)
The top left set of glasses fit well 🤓
I think your builds look awesome. I can’t wait to get started. The two of you are truly inspiring.
I love the piece and, as always, these videos are sooooo relaxing to watch.
Thanks Erik
Absolutely brilliant video. Bravo gents. Love the music in the background. I am very impressed. Subscriber and fan for life. Thank you both.
Glad you enjoyed it
Damn, this is some good woodworking.
Love watching you work guys, and fun content too!
Loving the new content. Thank you both for the constant evolution of your channels. Please keep it up!
Thank you! Will do!
Beautiful work!
I love watching your vids. So relaxing on all senses. Your precision and articulation is inspiring. Big thanks!
Thanks Andy
Fantastic! Well done.
Beautiful and excellently made. It's perfect.
Stunning.
Thank you!
Your ad inserts are great.
Thanks for sharing all these lovely videos. I'm only on the begin of my woodworking journey and your videos have been inspiring me a lot. Looking forward to seeing your next projects.
Best of luck!
You guys are the best.
right back atcha
Perfect as usual. Thanks for share.
Another outstanding project \ video! Just love the detail you put into all your work (and video)! I always learn something and appreciate the dialog you include. Great job to the both of you!
Thanks Jb...appreciate it :)
Fantastic content, fantastic build. Thank you and keep up the great work. Cheers!
Congrats on the new build plans guys! Super excited to try one out soon!
Thanks! We're excited for people to see them. Can't wait to hear the feedback. We think they are really good already, but definitely want to keep improving :)
Such great advice for some just getting into building furniture!👊Thank you for your honesty!
Beautiful!! Thanks for sharing!!💜
Definitely Becton. They look great on you.
Thanks man!
Congratulations guys! I'm SO happy you're able to realize this part of your dream! While I'm not the biggest fan of mid-century modern furniture, that just shows how much I enjoy your content. You've really inspired me to go down a similar path in the Arts & Crafts genre. Looking forward to future projects from both of you and will start building up my t-shirt collection.
Thanks so much! It's been a long time coming. But it feels good to finally be putting in the work, and now having people get to partake in it.
Ich liebe diese Art von Möbeln :)
I appreciate this video so much.
Thanks Brett...glad you enjoyed :)
CONGRATS (and thank you) great job!
Thanks man...appreciate it :)
Looks stellar! I recently finished a solid walnut sit/stand desk inspired by your bad Larry desk, and I must say it’s a very eye catching design. Thanks for the inspiration, and the knowledge!
Very MCM. Love the piece so much!
I really appreciate the work you guys put into the plans and videos for us.
Thanks!
Great video Chris, you had me hooked from the intro! Congrats on the plans.
Thanks man....glad you liked it :)
All the hard work has paid off Chris. This channel continues to build on a platform of excellence. Please continue to do what you do - it's a huge inspiration!
Thanks man...appreciate it :)
Thank you very much! You are reviving a passion for nice and quality work!
I love this series. Very informative
The message at the end regarding the tendency or at least what I thought was an inevitable change in content in your channel was great. It's a relief because I truly enjoy your content as it is and it has always inspired me to create pieces or parts of my own build to be more stylish. You mind reader.
Thank you for the inspirational quality you guys put into your projects. The passion you guys put into that piece is very apparent. Thanks.
Thanks man...appreciate that :)
Cheers boys. As always, your content is super appreciated.
Es pura belleza, gracias por compartir!
Beautiful
Beautiful job. Love the honesty in the video. Keep up the great work
It's such a beautiful design (as usual) and a great example of design and aesthetic taste adding to the value of a project.
Great video guys, I always enjoy your content regardless of what you make, how you make it or how you present it. Keep up the good work
Thanks man...will do :)
Beautiful. Enjoyed the video.
Chris, you were the first maker YT maker channel I found, that really resonated with my own personality and style of visual presentation. I’ve been following you and the boys for a while now, and I think it’s awesome you’re finally settling into the groove that you’ve been striving for, for a while. Your enthusiasm and excitement is pretty obvious on the podcast, and it definitely breeds motivation. Keep up the dope work dude.
Hey Dan...really appreciate that. I've wanted to do this for such a long time. And this was the main reason (not only) that Shaun and I started working together. Neither of us could seem to find the time on our own. So happy to finally have kicked it off. It took too long
Beautiful work as usual fellas! I Can't wait until I have the need to build one of these!
Thanks Sam...we'll be here for ya :)
You guys are seriously so awesome.
Nice build Chris. Thank you for making these videos. Stay safe, stay healthy. 👍🏻
Well done!
Lovely work. So enjoyable to watch.
Man y’all are the best! I’ve learned tons watching y’all.
Amazing build - Buying one of these plans tonight!
I missed the videos like this! Thank you!
Great, just great..! Everything is nice: the design, the build, the humor, even the music. Thank you guys...
Glad you like it!
I like the look of the Oliver frame cause it matches all your woodpecker tools
Simply, beautiful.
Amazing product Chris, love your videos :)
This might just be my favorite piece to date.
Thank you...appreciate that :)
Great furniture as always.
Thank you! 😊
Chris, this was lovely. As someone who has never woodworked in their life, and has no real plans to, it's nice to know where I can go if I wanted to. The video was as beautiful as ever, and it was still a joy to watch. Oh, and I think the Weltys
Beautiful !!! Thank you so much
No...Thank you! :)
Beautiful! Thanks.
Thanks Bob :)
Awesome and inspiring
I really appreciate what you did to match the grain across the drawer fronts. Great look!
Thank you! Cheers!