Making 400 lb. Workbenches for My Off Grid Outdoor Workshop | Preparing for My Next Big Projects

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The snow slowly melts this week as I clean up my workshop site and build 2 eight foot work benches, one low and one high, from a diseased massive yellow birch tree I cut down beside my timber workshop.
Here is the video showing how I made the wood chips and flipped the workbench over.
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@MySelfReliance 2 месяца назад

Here the video showing how I flipped the bench over and made the wood chips. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-u6JSW01v3yA.html

@scottcrenshaw7737 2 месяца назад

Thanks! I kept wondering how you would get that heavy bench on it's feet.

@artfairylcw6039 2 месяца назад

2:59 buys you a codpiece Shawn @myselfreliance especially after the nose job 🤦🏻‍♀️ XX

@hundredton 2 месяца назад

Someone is impersonating you on you tube “I life jungle” Started on Jan 17 2024 Using all your content

@jameshobby1525 2 месяца назад

Why does the bench look like Andrae the Giant with Deontey Wilders legs lol

@user-kp6zf7pu6q Месяц назад

I have been a "loner" most of my life, always doing things by myself. That's the way I like it and a big reason I enjoy and relate to what you do. Thanks!!

@seanmahoney2755 2 месяца назад

The thing I like best about this channel is, no matter how long I have been watching this channel, (a long time) I always say, “what the hell is he doing?” I love that.

@randybryant9936 2 месяца назад

There's a method to his madness

@seanmahoney2755 2 месяца назад

@@randybryant9936 always.

@vintagemoss9578 2 месяца назад

Exactly 😂😂😂 it’s so awesome

@carolynryals4776 2 месяца назад

I always know that not too long after I say "what in the hell is he doing now?" I just have to wait a few minutes until I can say "oh that's what it is!"

@MichelleL98 2 месяца назад

I literally came to the comments section to see if I could find out 'what the hell he was doing '😂

@sezginobal9454 2 месяца назад

Çok geçmiş olsun kolay gelsin iyi günler

@johntatum1951 2 месяца назад

Watching Cali retrieve her toy never gets old...what a lovely dog...she is a champ.

@shirleyannconfer9651 2 месяца назад

14:22 Am I the only one that thinks this slice would make a great tabletop? The wood is beautiful.

@debbiec.1564 2 месяца назад

Also the tree stump would make a beautiful coffee table. Leave the live edge on too.😁

@beckyumphrey2626 2 месяца назад

It will most likely split as it dries.

@sidb37 2 месяца назад

Yes.

@shirleyannconfer9651 2 месяца назад

@@beckyumphrey2626 bummer.

@PastramiStaven 2 месяца назад

Nope and yes? I mean I english isn't my first language.

@sandratweedale2579 2 месяца назад

That’s quite the weapon you’re using on the huge log! The look of sheer adoration the Cali bestows on you is awesome. I have a 15 year old grandpup and when he looks at me that way my heart just about explodes. To know we’ve been honoured by their pure love is such a blessing. Cali is so special ❤. Big admirer in Ottawa 🇨🇦👵🐶💝

@pissoff234 2 месяца назад

Go away.

@Terry-lu2dr 2 месяца назад

I am a stove guy. Adding firebrick on the inside walls of your stove, will direct more of the heat upwards help preserve the walls of the stove. Also never clean out all the ash, leave a 1-2" later in the bottom and fluff it up, to act as an insulation blanket. Stove will heat up faster and last years longer.

@Maxid1 2 месяца назад

Being a Stove guy: these tips just flue out of you? Someone who's unbothered by a draft. I'll bet you!re a grate guy too! I'm sure you can be banked on to save energy. But don't let me dampen your spirit! I'll just pipe down now and let you vent.

@lrhogusa 2 месяца назад

I am still 6 years behind in the videos so I will post here. In the evening watching your stuff, I always have to put you on pause so that I can get something to eat after you start cooking something.

@martinhale7357 2 месяца назад

Cali facial expressions are amazing. Her eyebrows have a life of their own.

@kulina571 2 месяца назад

This Video reminds me when i first started watching you building that first Cabin and i love it :) Greetings from Bosnia to you Shawn!

@kastah 2 месяца назад

I hope Kelli can have some bones to be occupayed with when you are doing carpentering, I feel she is some bored even that you throw that toy quit often. She is THE most patient dog I have seen, so lovely caracter and mood. She love the outdoor life there.🐕🦮🐩

@bbayerit 2 месяца назад

Inspector Cali James appears to be on top of things and has given her approval to continue with construction (a good thing for you, Shawn). I really like watching your craftsmanship in felling, debarking, shaping, slabbing, and ultimately utilizing the timbers on your land.

@ireneschager-nieuwenhuis5460 2 месяца назад

I am looking now for several years at your videos. i learned a lot off how you work and specially from your skills and your patience. i am a dutch woman who lives in France. I have renovated my house and now i am working in my garden and try too be more self sufficient with wood, fruit, vegetables and my chickens. it gives me a lot off pleasure seeing your videos. Thank you.

@user-gh8ml9yb1y 2 месяца назад

Это что, новый проект?!? Очередная стройка? Тогда я буду смотреть этот канал постоянно, я это очень люблю!!! Удачи, Шон!!!

@silverfish8307 2 месяца назад

These are the videos I love so much from you ...

@williamrhea3535 2 месяца назад

How you create useful things out of wood, imagination and sweat is amazing. I never tire of watching you make useful things out of solid wood.

@SJC49 2 месяца назад

Try a channel called Nik Rajivek. Stunning wood working.

@user-yf6hk3vf6m 2 месяца назад

❤❤❤Вас смотрю с улыбкой и любовью к Калли.Спасибо.😊😊❤❤

@staceyjenkins8956 Месяц назад

Enjoy watching your videos and Cali is so beautiful, dogs are our best friends when we’re in solitude. ☮️💙🙏

@novathedog5743 2 месяца назад

A man's love for his DOG is so beautiful. I'm the same and my dog means more to me than most things in life......he never disappoints

@user-dy6xg4fv7i 2 месяца назад

so sorry aboyt your injury hope you;re doing well! stay safe ! greeting from Greece

@theodorehowe2262 2 месяца назад

Always worth the effort you put into it to make the best version possible for your needs. You have come a long way Shawn and we all look forward to seeing what you’ll do next.😊

@AZ_Living 2 месяца назад

I liked your 'projects' series better than anything else you do. No talking, just action. I do like hearing about future projects and some explanations but action on the projects is the best. I look forward every week to a new or continued project and I'll admit, I didn’t like having no videos from you for 8 weeks back in January/February, I'm hooked!

@Apolliner1 2 месяца назад

How I like these partners Shawn and Kali! Greetings from Kharkiv!

@williamleopold507 2 месяца назад

You never seem to be at a loss for something to do , we love watching you create new things . Hope you are keeping well .

@georgewhitehouse8630 2 месяца назад

We know you are 🎉

@binflynn1 2 месяца назад

Happy Easter, I love the sound of the wood as you screw it out very relaxing indeed. Dogs are so much fun and company too.

@stephenreiner1523 2 месяца назад

It's something that we all live vicariously by and there's nothing disgenuous about that.

@sidb37 2 месяца назад

What is?

@stephenreiner1523 2 месяца назад

The object of the narrative or story? Better now?

@blidzshon1966 Месяц назад

not a relevant comment here, but it seems that commenting videos helps, so I just wanted to say how Cali is so beautiful and the happiest dog in the world 🥰🥰🥰😍 You're doing excellent work James, I hope I can meet you if one day I visit Canada :) Wish you all the best! take care of this litte furry lady 🥰

@orenhicks1051 2 месяца назад

Looks like a lot of work ahead thanks for sharing the videos with us.

@andyrichey1192 2 месяца назад

Awesome now that’s gonna be a workbench, here watching April 1 6:35 PM

@brendonmitchell2597 2 месяца назад

Keeping busy as usual Shaun. Stay safe

@carolefried412 2 месяца назад

It makes me so happy when I see that you've posted a long video! I love settling in with a nice cup of Chaga tea, and just watch. ❤

@Maggie-eo3rd 2 месяца назад

God’s Blessings for you and your family! 🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏 love watching! Thank You! 😊❤️

@lizlane7278 2 месяца назад

It's so lovely to watch the interaction between you & Cali, both of you loving on each other.

@marianfrances4959 2 месяца назад

What a special team you and Cali are! 👍😎🇨🇦🐾🌞🌲🔥

@lindas7836 2 месяца назад

Sorry about your injury, but the rest of the video is awesome ❤

@earlneville3895 2 месяца назад

Great video !

@chrismiertschin6148 2 месяца назад

Every time I watch I want to say it's "My self reliant" staring Cali with Mr. James in tow. Amazing work as always. Thank you.

@daveyjoweaver6282 2 месяца назад

There is a satisfying sound when working with wood, with the heart of trees. The crisp noise of the drill, the saw and the adze and drawl knife. It is a spiritual connection with the trees and Mother Earth a the gift of creativity. Something unexplainable until you feel that spiritual bond with everything around you. I often say that each of us is an artist to some degree. Making a work bench, maple syrup, an apple pie or the ability to be of service to others. We often will surprise ourselves when we decide to tackle a project we may not feel that we are able to achieve. We have this great gift of creativity and Shawn, it’s an energy you share with us and we so much enjoy watching and are inspired by. The Beauty of that land and Cali always by your side being part of it all, your Family. It is a joy and pleasure to watch your homestead grow and improve and develop with all the Love and Connection that you and your Family have with the land. Thank You So Much and Many Blessings with all the Abundance that Mother Earth gives! DaveyJO in Pennsylvania

@johncourtneyscott2757 Месяц назад

That takes me back to a place I used to know

@HeatherNaturaly 2 месяца назад

That slab is gorgeous. It almost looks like a rose in the center of the first slice.

@joebacarella2829 2 месяца назад

I have an old school, like from the fifties chrome base with a piece of oak on top, boy would one of those slabs make a beautiful table top. Shawn those are the biggest saw horses I have ever seen. What a great Saturday morning waking up to this. All the best from Michigan.

@martybauer9420 2 месяца назад

Bet that spot is becoming one productive and handy sugar shack. Awesome.

@rauliuonac7542 2 месяца назад

Love yor vídeos

@dedwin8930 2 месяца назад

Beautiful tree. Great colors

@athollmcnicoll1028 2 месяца назад

Yea Calli, Nothing beats a good swim at the end of a long day, fetching and watching Dad as he makes new things. While you Shawn pick up an injury when you least expect one. Life of a back woodsman, never dull.

@denniswhite166 2 месяца назад

Shawn, you're living my dream. Thanks for your extra effort of videoing your progress.

@hectorcordovaescobar2890 2 месяца назад

Grande hermano eres ejemplo de muchas cosas para los que te seguimos gracias por tuvvalor y grandesa como ser humano

@user-kp6zf7pu6q Месяц назад

OK, I saw the video on flipping the bench. I have been watching since you procured the first logs and laid out the first cabin. You are exactly half way in age between my sons. This has been a most enjoyable trip so far. Glad you had a nice vacation in the US.

@shellypontz4155 2 месяца назад

What a great life! You are blessed!

@capitanovero4440 2 месяца назад

Best regards from Russia

@jeanettec6212 Месяц назад

Hello Shawn. Calli is so funny! She brings you the ball halfway and drops it. That wood is pretty. What a nice bench. You will get so much use out of that. My back hurts watching all you do. But how relaxing. Thank you again for sharing and the beautiful scenery. I hope your nose is better! Ouch!

@Tomhohenadel 2 месяца назад

Decent sized yellow birch log. Beautiful for lumber. Great video Shawn

@user-tn2nq9ee6o 2 месяца назад

Been watching you for 5yrs now.. now you at your best. Wood working just like your plan from the start. Keep up with the good things you like to do

@131dyana 2 месяца назад

I saw that slice of wood and thought what a nice table that would make. You have needed a small tractor for a long time. Glad you were finally able to get one. God bless.

@bobothree 2 месяца назад

Waited to see you flip it over. Next scene it was right side up. Oh well.

@joseluisdelellis2498 2 месяца назад

Un abrazo fraterno para vos y Cali, es muy lindo lo que has hecho, te sigo desde el primer video. Cuando hablas no lo veo. NO HABLO INGLES. PERO CUANDO MOSTRAS TU TRABAJO. LO VEO TODO

@Michael420-gs2gy 2 месяца назад

Lot of hard work pays off keep up the great work my friend God bless much love and respect thank you for the time and hard work you put into every great video for us fans I been watching you and subscribed to your channel going on 9 years now I remember the first cabin build

@kingrafa3938 2 месяца назад

Thanks for the video Shawn. Happy weekend!

@daniavi1358 2 месяца назад

Take care and I hope you are getting better. Best wishes and blessings from Spain

@robertdonaldson6584 2 месяца назад

I remember watching the documentary on Dick Proenneke in Alaska back in the day. Hello from one hatched in Winnipeg in 1952.

@albertgavillet1895 2 месяца назад

Merci pour cette intéressante vidéo ,le bouleau jaune est une essence de bois très valable pour la construction de table et d'établis Albert

@stephenabril7084 2 месяца назад

Of all the super heavy logs you’ve moved around by yourself a scrape on the nose is painful but easy in comparison.

@kevindouglas8768 2 месяца назад

I couldn't imagine doing my work AND filming it...Those hardwoods are Awesome.

@dandaniels4558 2 месяца назад

That was funny with Cali. She was like well if I lay my head on my toy maybe he won't throw it and I can rest. Darn it he threw it anyways. Ok I'll teach him. I'm going to go get it and lay down out there in the snow in the woods and rest and cool off. 😂😂 that'll teach him 😂😂

@kimvilladsen3714 2 месяца назад

Great job , but the bench loke more like a picknick benck to me ... Maybe for a summer party - the barbeque grill is already set :-)

@THEFALCON58 2 месяца назад

Hi James and Cali, hope you both are doing well. ?? From Derrick, Perth Western Australia been a long time I am Back.

@jonduthiel7399 2 месяца назад

Amazing watching you work as always Shawn , although a wee bit scary at times I’m terrified of chainsaws. Cali loves you so much. Have a good weekend. Hugs for Callie ❤️.ps I remember that time you got something in your eye when you forgot to put your goggles on .

@marygordon3032 2 месяца назад

I know one thing watching you Shawn, whatever it is when you finish will be an amazing thing! 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽🤩🤩🤩💯💯💯

@lynettescott682 2 месяца назад

When everything gets done Sean it's going to be awesome can't wait to see the rest of your new bills and the things that you have planned for this year blessings to you and your family 👍🙏😊

@criscavi19 Месяц назад

Great job. Thanks for sharing.

@sashamirzayans8465 2 месяца назад

Cali is such an adorable dog❤

@ddraidex6842 2 месяца назад

Such an amazing job you do great video.

@jbthor9032 2 месяца назад

I would have liked to have seen how you were able to turn the workbench over upright without breaking the legs off. Was it difficult? With a gash on your nose, now you'll have to try and see over it. Nice day for a workshop build.

@MySelfReliance 2 месяца назад

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@davewallace.8303 2 месяца назад

Love these longer videos!

@russellwhite8890 2 месяца назад

I did something stupid today. I was backing up my riding mower and hit my head on a pole. Fortunately, I got to laugh about it. 😂

@MrJerryKramer 2 месяца назад

That stomp cuts will make two nice table tops 😊

@c.rogers____ 2 месяца назад

Thank you, Shawn. Been following you for a long time. love your videos!

@watchful1168 2 месяца назад

Ahhh...paradise! Thank you Shaun!!

@BobJaspersFocks 2 месяца назад

Good to see you back in the dirt, building things. Reason to watch. 😀

@littlegriffoffgridalberta6837 2 месяца назад

I admire your patients ! One shaving at a time :) That is quite a work bench for sure " Funny how a happy dogs tail never stops ! Beautiful dog :)

@user-lj4dk5ps3z 2 месяца назад

Amazing piece of wood and then a table and bench! Who needs shop furniture? Love it!

@VanForest73 2 месяца назад

make a table for the next project, you use an entire giant tree to make it and it weighs up to 400 pounds when it's standing up. I think it's very sturdy.

@user-sv6wf3bc4y 2 месяца назад

This man …. Gives a whole new meaning to…. Multitasking! Been watching for a very long time…. And I never get bored!

@rafaelgomez1284 2 месяца назад

Cali, good to see you.!

@jacekjanusz9840 2 месяца назад

Good to see You! Love that serie!

@projekt6_official 2 месяца назад

Another great vid! Don't forget your eye protection when chopping at wood - don't want another incident...

@marydingus4360 2 месяца назад

Callie is like let me rest a while!😊

@poopingandroid 2 месяца назад

I feel sorry for Callie as she gets older and will not be able to chase the dummy without hurting. I know she loves it so much and it's pretty much what she lives for.

@kingrafa3938 2 месяца назад

*Cali