Woodworking: Getting Started on a Budget 

The author does like to from scratch, ru-vid.comUgkxbnOKZBE4evMO5V2vroHeCjq6d_MV6wJO shaping and trimming wood from large blocks into fine finished products. As another reviewer mentioned, most projects require a lot of high-dollar equipment that most of us don’t have the room or budget for. But, knowing how to do these things, even if we won’t be able to practise the full stack project, is still great.

"on a budget" lol

Ruler should have measurements/increments engraved into it and not _just_ painted on (otherwise it will wear off with use).

Dumpster Dive for your wood. Construction sites throw away perfectly good lumber all of the time. Start with small projects that are easy. Coasters, cutting boards, bird houses, flower boxes, etc, and work your way up.

you forgot to mention a broom. You're definitely gonna want a broom! lol

Dont'y buy a plastic square. They break easily, get an aluminum one.

Hand tools are a good first step, even before investing in a bunch of electrical equipment if people are just starting out

when I was first setting up my shop I looked for used tools on the Internet in local classifieds. I basically looked for things that were cast iron, and at least 30 years old. usually the tools from then go really cheap because no one wants them. However they are by far the best way to go for being able to stand the test of time.

When I first started I bought all cheap tools and upgraded the one's I found I needed. That was back before the internet, so it was hard to get good advice. Also a friend of mine told me to make a router table. But I really didn't have the confidence starting out, so bought as small one. But it wasn't long before I made myself the kind of router table you could put in your living room! (Well, not quite, but it looked like a chest of drawers!) I'm going to be starting over again soon, hopefully, and will start with a jigsaw, router and electric drill. Then I intend to make everything I can. Router table, saw table, spindles sander, sanding disc, possibly a drum sander, lathe, drill press and so on and so on. I'm also really restricted for space so I'd be better off making stuff that fits into the space I have. Good job on selling a table for good money.

Really good video man. Over the years I've had tools and sold tools. Now that I'm thinking about getting back into woodworking hot and heavy I definitely appreciate videos like these. The only thing I would highly recommend that you didn't mention is an air compressor.

The most used tools in my shop.. The first aid box and probably the radio 😁 Cheers! ✌🏽️

Apparently every tool is the most "versatile." :)

Thank you for this! I've had this love for woodworking for a while now but just getting a garage shop together. I've made a couple end tables and coffee table with the few tools I have and the lack of skill and still have all my fingers. I'm trying to learn more and a video like this help. Much appreciated.

If I could go back in time...I'd buy a Bosch jigsaw instead of the massive RIDGID one I bought. The Harbor Freight clamp you want is item #96210...it's crazy how I have that memorized...I may have done a video or 2 on those clamps. Good info nevertheless.

Good job on this. I'm broke and getting into it so I'll throw a suggestion. As the man says, you can always upgrade. I've got a $30 black and decker jigsaw. Not the best, but with some decent blades it makes cuts and continues to keep on ticking. I find some craftsman, ryobi, and harbor freight tools to be satisfactory as well. Just the 2 cents from someone just starting to get serious about the craft.

Problem is. I want to learn it but I don't have enough experience to get a job in woodworking. Only source of experience I have is school and internships. But I want a job too.

mmmm... Quarantine has gotten interesting..

Nice! Thought I would share my first power tools. 1)Jigsaw 2)Drill - corded 3)Sander (Though I accidentally bought a finishing sander instead of a rotary orbital) 4)Bench Grinder - It was on a garage sale for $20, so what the heck 5)F clamp x2

I used to work in construction, so I already had invested alot through the years...but! The best buys I ever did, where secondhand professional tools. Sometimes it takes a while before you encounter a true gem, but it is totally worth the wait! I started off with just a jigsaw, drills and sandingmachines and obviously did alot of smaller and rough work. 2Years ago I had alot of tools for free from an old lady and had major luck, I just needed to help her out and i could take whatever I needed from her former husband's workshop. Over the years I accumulated alot of professional tools from auctions, second hand websites etc and still am looking out for some things to improve, but i totally recommend it! And get the word out! Sometimes people remember you looking for something and when they cross something, they'll tell you !

Starting on a budget? Feels like a solid 1000 bucks for all of this..

Probably the first video I've watched that made sure to include ladies lol. All great advice :)

Don't buy any precision tool at Harbor Freight such as square

I made the mistake of buying a Ryobi jigsaw. Blades are a serious issue. Apparently, their T-shank mechanism isn't friendly to other brands AND I can't find any Ryobi blades... Insanity. What that has effectively done is turn me away from the brand as I replace my corded tools with cordless in favor of Dewalt, Milwaukee, or Makita. Sometimes cheap is just cheap.

”Bαzοmο Tdy Plαn” (Google it) is a fantastic book about wood working. I took various classes and completed a one year diploma in carpentry at a local tech college; this is better than any book I worked out of during those courses. It describes everything about wood working and complements it with useful images. .

Where do I learn how to woodwork? RU-vid is great but It’s not hands on

I may have missed it, but what about a hand saw? I'm just starting out but I inherited a few things from my dad. One of them is a basic hand saw. Some electric tools (a router, I think), but I have to go through them properly. Dad's not dead, though. At least, not that I'm aware of. >

Just bought a new set of spade bits..walmart..Im sure Harbor Freight has them. The package was hard to get off ..took scissors started to cut and started to remove the spade bits. My SOP. Then AN AHA MOMENT. I looked and realized that I could remove just the top plastic. I put the package on a screw ..perfect..I don't need a special case etc..it comes with one.

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"Did I say make decorative edges on your table tops? I'm not even sure anymore, because I'm starting to lose it." 😂

Haha radio lool true thing though I also checked out Jim M's book about setting a wood workshop, bit.ly/2zGE2JY pretty interesting read.

Now when you say "a budget", I didn't realize it could be what appears to be thousands and thousands of dollars :D

I sub your channel my friend and I can see you have great videos to and i like that,I hit the bell to so I wont miss more of you videos ok :)

Thank you! Your friendly advice and enthusiasm has given me more confidence to give this a go. Been wanting to get into woodworking for years now.

I'd say it's also worth mentioning Craigslist. With some patience and luck you can score some really great deals on there. I was able to buy my planer, jointer, miter saw, and table saw from CL.

Think I was just bitten by the woodworker bug. I just finished refinishing some 200 year old barnwood beams for shelving and now want to do more. It was so relaxing and I didnt want to stop. I found a lot of stuff on craigslist....

Ive started into it but my first project is looking like shit. I know it takes time to learn but it is a little discouraging.😂

This isn’t a budget video. This is a fucking workshop.

Why did you quit making videos? Your channel is awesome!

Is there any other fucking obvious "gems" you can smugly drop on us?

Yeah cool, only problem is I have no fucking idea about any of this stuff

This guy is so chill. Please just start reviewing random things

Whoever disliked this video is a tree hugging troll great video the only thing I didn't have is the router

FACT - here in the UK the most important tool in any workshop is a Kettle 👍

I’m 16 I’ve got no where to do it, my garage is messy. I’m doing it in college tho

For a smaller channel it looks like you have some nice content. I'll for sure check out more of your videos. 👌🏼

Hey Raven. Can you walk through how you attached your diy router table extension wing? I have the same saw and am looking at doing the same.

First day go buy 30-40 thousand in tools!!

You can find nice instructions on woodprix website if you like to build it

Ha ha, thumbs up for the demon voice safety glasses advice! 👍

Very useful video. How high are you when you recorded it?

If it don’t make sparks, it don’t need glasses

woodworking on a budget ? My pocket knife

Hmm should I get a $1000 table saw or a $1000 2x4

in the UK rulers are wood or plastic steel ones are 'rules'

Band saw , bench drill press,planner,joiner

Great video! I feel like I went down this road just the same. Craigslist was and still is at times, my best friend. Ultimately some of the projects I love the most were made with like three basic, rusted up tools that were given to me.

Awesome video Mike, you really don't need a whole lot to get started in woodworking. You just have to get out there and start making something! Keep the videos coming!

I did it too. This is what I used Woodprix designs for

The safety glasses. 😂 great video bro

What is the tool to the right of the left socket at 2:40?

Great tips! I've been looking to find the best tools for the lowest price.

You forgot to mention paper towels! :D

This is not a budget this is a fortune

Thanks for posting brother

keep grinding! loving your content and IG posts!

U should never use ryobi tools

Great video man! I've been following you in IG, but just found you on YT. Great stuff.

This was way more useful than a lot of the "getting started" videos out there. (Looking at you, "Start with about $1,000 worth of equipment" videos.)

Subscribed! Do you have a vid on small projects that are good to sell?

This isn't really "on a budget" that's what i was expecting to watch .. but you di choose the best and handy tool for doing many tasks working on wood .. i got a drill a circular saw i do not have any table saw , router , jigsaw or miter saw... anyway for my hobby woodworking it is pretty good .. i'm considering of buying a jigsaw but i think your shop it is more a professional woodworking shop than a hobby shop .. .thanks again for pointing out many useful tool indeeed :-)

Man i always wanted to get into wood working... Ive been told my gandpa was a master woodworker... He passed when my dad was 17... I unfortunately aint blessed enough to meet him in person... I wish i could... Dad aint into wood working... But i sure am... Anyway tnx man... Ill look into your advices... ❤

There are a few tips to consider before you begin your own woodworking company are you likely to have support from your family? Are you self-motivated? Will you stick to your plan? Do you have the funds to start? (I read these and the reasons they work from Enata Wood System site )

I payed 30$ for a 20 ish piece desalt but set, and 30$ for a ryobi spade&wood Bit Kit and a 60 ish piece kit... 99$ for a ryobi Drill and impact driver w/ 2 batteries and a charger, a ryobi circular saw for 45(bare Tool Version) and 50 something for a ryobi weed Wacker(we needed one lol) that came with another battery and charger. All from the one + lineup. I’m a 15 year old starting a wood shop, and I couldn’t recommend ryobi enough. Also, I got the same clamps at harbor freight which are great, and there were deals going on so if I bought anything I got a magnetic parts tray and a microfiber rag set... tools I wouldn’t trust so much.

I know this is a pretty old post but, any good recommendations for buying your first bandsaw? Is it worth buying a cheaper $200 model or a waste of time? Any brands or size bandsaws you would recommend for quality, multi-functional and on a budget?

Have you head of shop smith? You can buy a sed mark five for 350- up to 1500 depending on condition but the quality is excellent parts are cheap and they have 5 machines built in thus the mark 5. lathe, horizontal drill/vertical drill press, table saw, sander, and bandsaw I believe...

here's a few things to think about before you setup your own woodworking business are you likely to get support from your family? Are you someone who is self-motivated? Will you stick to your plan? Do you have the money to begin? (I learned these and why they work from Enata Wood System website )

On a budget... That's literally everything in your workshop dude

How did you sell your work?

I had some Kobalt mechanic tools... They are not quality and would break under the slightest stress. I've replaced all of those and do not purchase Kobalt mechanic tools anymore. Maybe their woodworking stuff is good but my advice would be to stay away. Good video. 👍

I'm just getting into wood working and I've been on swapmeets finding all my tools, this last week i found a ryobi set which had 2 drills, a circular saw (small 4 inch) and a vacuum, with a battery and 2 chargers all for $15 lol and ive been using all of them. also found a handy toughest plunge router brand new in its box for $20. ive found even more but ive been also buying and selling some people just don't know what they are selling sometimes.

Hope you don't mind me giving myself a shout out raven, I have a new woodworking channel and want to welcome any woodworker to join me in my journey. I have been a woodworker for years, but just now getting the confidence to be on camera. It's not as easy as you make it look, at least not for me. Thanks for the video.

Hello mate, I have never work with wood before but I want to build an "L" desk, hopefully I am not totally wrong but I fear I may be, my plan is to buy 1"x6"x10', cut 4 pieces of 6"x5' and glue them togheter to get a 24"x5' rectangle, is it that easy?, or even possible if I don't have equipment ( table saw, clamps, etc)? Do you thing I would be able to get a flat top on the desk? Will I need to buy a power tool? I'm sure this is a silly question, please bear with me.

There are a few suggestions to think about before you setup your own woodworking business Will you get support from your spouse? Are you someone who is self-motivated? Will you carry out your plan? Do you have the money to begin? (I learned these and why they work from Enata wood system site )

There are a few tips to think about before you setup your own woodworking company are you likely to have support from your spouse? Are you self-motivated? Will you carry out your plan? Do you have the money to start? (I read these and why they work on Enata Wood System site )

thanks for this video. I am just getting started in woodworking and not sure where/how to sell my products once I can make something worth buying. Do you have suggestions on where/how to get started selling? How did you start and how do you sell your products now. Thx again

It's called a rule btw

Got the weed wacker going too.. I don't really like using it, but it's cordless and I dislike dragging cords around even more. Luckily it's still cold out so no weed wacking for awhile.

harbor freight clamps also have a lifetime warranty.

Thank you. I have all that but the table saw. I also have a wood burning set and I use Acrylic paint and wood sealer. the only thing I do not have is a sturdy work table. I have seen patterns for work tables but they are too complicated for me to try because I do not have a table saw. I have a regular table, but it is not sturdy enough to do wood work on. I was given a grinder and a vise.

Still needing to get a circular saw even though I've been doing this for 20 years. If I ever really need one, I just borrow it. Still, would be great to finally get my own

great job but i have never liked the irwin clamps or the harbor freight clamps never had good luck with them

The combination square (right) and the speed square (left) are both useful tools, but the speed square is more commonly used in construction. The speed square can be used for determining angles quickly. Some combination squares can do this too but not the one he has.

Look for high quality used tools, most of the time you can an excellent quality cast iron top contractors table saw for much less than a cheap job sight saw.

Woodworking on a budget: Buy a drill, circular saw, router, table saw, and a miter saw!

Lol “I don’t know what I’m saying anymore because I’m starting to lose it” 😆🍻👍

Excellent video. I like how it just gives you the bottom line on how to get started, so you don’t have to watch 12 other videos. I’m an intermediate level woodworker and agree with everything you’ve recommended. Keep up the great work!

good useful video for people just starting. I watch a ton of woodworking videos every day so I am going to give yours a chance. I think the successful ones are the folks who are friendly, humble and energetic. Remember to keep looking at the camera cuz I am on the other side. Good luck.

Thinking about trying woodworking as a hobby. You should do a harbor freight tool buy/don’t buy video. Thanks for the vid!

My husband used these plans from woodprix and he's very satisfied.

No joke, my jr. High wood shop teacher was missing his index finger. Lol.