How I made a Desk out of Walnut

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In this video I show how I made this walnut desk with a live edge. This was my first time with several woodworking techniques. I used epoxy to fill some holes in the desktop and I used all dowel joinery to assemble the legs. It isn’t perfect but I think it turned out great! I hope you enjoy! I know this is a little intense of a build for some so if you want to build this and have any questions, feel free to comment or send me a message on one of the many social platforms. I would be happy to help.
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@anacook6172 4 года назад

Mitch, you are a great teacher. I especially like how you try things and if they don't work out you inform us and give us better suggestions. I'm not very handy so I appreciate all the tips!

@MadebyMitch 4 года назад

Thanks Ana! I am glad the tips helped you out 👍

5 лет назад

very nice. bravo.. thank you.

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

Thank you very much Sahane!

@tieulam27 4 года назад

That's so beautiful!

@michaell7877 5 лет назад

It’s really great that you shared some of your mistakes. So many woodworker’s won’t do that on there channel. It helps those of us that are not experts by far. Being human is about the best way to explain it. I do like the dowels as someone mentioned below, makes it look really cool. I did want to ask, if you have checked out the pocket hole system? Would love to see some beginner pocket hole videos and jointery techniques. Great job Mitch.

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

Thanks so much Michael! I appreciate it. I definitely try to show the mistakes because I think it helps people relate. I'm an glad it is helpful! And I do use pocket holes from time to time. I made another desk last year using pocket holes to assemble. I think it is linked in my video description. They are a great jointing method. I have some more projects coming up soon with them. Thanks again for the feedback. 👍

@sarisaro4148 3 года назад

looks amazing bud! good for you!

@christofix 5 лет назад

the result is very beautiful Mitch! I lov your videos. Thy are always of good quality!

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

Thank you very much Christofix! I appreciate it. 👍

@christofix 5 лет назад

@@MadebyMitch You are welcome my friend!

@ronaldpoddig6188 5 лет назад

I like it.

@alexhoskinson4253 5 лет назад

Looks great! I actually really like the look of the oak dowels going all the way through. Makes a nice light/dark contrast.

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

Thanks Alex! Yeah I am with you. I think it looks pretty cool too.

@kdurham98 5 лет назад

Enjoyed watching the build, especially the legs. If I can offer a quick tidbit, when it comes to placing epoxy in a small area, I like to use disposable syringes. I pick up a box of a half dozen or so at a farm & home store or vet supply store, and usually have a few different sizes on hand. A lot more precise placement. Keep up the good work, I just found your channel yesterday and have been binge watching.

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

Thanks Kyle! And the syringe idea is brilliant! Thank you for sharing that. I allm going to try this when I work with epoxy again. Thanks for watching the videos. I really appreciate it!👍

@LTDWoodworks 5 лет назад

Nice looking desk👍So need to make a new desk myself as my current "desk" is a slab of cheap wood sitting on top of two small filing cabinets 😆

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

Thank you! That is awesome! I'm sure that desk has served you well though. 👍

@WVDIYGUY 5 лет назад

Great work, Mitch! I've never used the dowel joinery. I'll have to give that a shot!

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

Thanks Zach! I have used it a lot lately at is worked out well.

@Poor_Mans_DIY 5 лет назад

For a first time build of such a project, we think it is very nice! Well done! It may have been fun for you to build but it was equally fun to watch.

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

Thank you so much! I am glad you enjoyed watching! 👍

@thefilthelement 4 года назад

a word of advice, it isn't the weight of the epoxy that caused the bleed through as much as the heat. the epoxy causes an exothermic reaction and most tape cant handle the heat. at first pour a small amount to seal the bottom of the crack. it'll dry faster and more evenly. once that's dry, pour the rest

@MadebyMitch 4 года назад

That makes sense! I will do this next time for sure. It would probably make the whole process go more smoothly because of the layers. Thanks for the advice.👍

@BruceAUlrich 5 лет назад

Turned out nice, Mitch! I’ve had that same thing with the epoxy and tape happen before. I feel your pain.

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

Thanks Bruce! It's it was a bit frustrating, but it all came out ok in the end.

@RevivedBuilds 5 лет назад

Nice desk mitch! Yeah I feel you on epoxy leaking out. Ive had my tape not hold well and come to find most of the epoxy is on the floor.

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

Ah that's the worst! Im sure that wasn't a fun clean up. Thanks man! I appreciate it.

@CheveeDodd 5 лет назад

Where did you get the Walnut? Have you gone to see Mike Holt yet?

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

My grandfather has a little bit of wood so I got it from him. I haven't been to Holt yet. I will be very soon for one of my next projects.

@CheveeDodd 5 лет назад

@@MadebyMitch I'm only about 5 min from him. If you have "new guy" nerves, I can meet up with you and introduce you.

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

Awesome man. I appreciate it!

@ronaldpoddig6188 5 лет назад

Hey Mitch, I'm all caught up on your videos. You should try building a downdraft sanding station. I have a piece of pegboard I am gonna make one with that and see how it turns out. Good project for a newer woorworker.

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

Thanks Ronald! That is a great idea to make the downdraft table. It would help a lot with dust. Thanks for watching my videos! It means a lot. Good luck on your downdraft table!

@ronaldpoddig6188 5 лет назад

Could have used pocket holes to attach the top.

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

That would have been an option for sure.

@WayWoodworking 5 лет назад

I love it! You make me want to go out and start building right now! How are the legs holding up? Did the cross bracing really stiffen it up well?

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

Thanks so much man! The legs are doing great! The bracing helped a lot. I could probably do a couple more things to make it even better, but I am satisfied with how it is now.

@WayWoodworking 5 лет назад

@@MadebyMitch By the way, the half lap cross brace is pretty sweet!

@MadebyMitch 5 лет назад

Thanks man! It definitely challenged my ability. Lol it was fun to do!