Building this cabinet was RISKY
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Published 2024-06-29
Whelp. There it is folks. I didn't know if this one would work. But I think it does. I think. But if nothing else, it's a sweet little cabinet. And I'm never mad at a nice whiskey cabinet. Cheers.
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All Comments (21)
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More like this! Eric, for me, you are at your best by far when you walk us through the intersection of art and craft, design and construction. Makes me want to don my "Go Make a Thing" T-shirt and head out to the shop.
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The juxtaposition of not just the houndstooth to the "stud" drawer sides, but more so that graceful carved sycamore drawer front to the sides really sets it off. Also, the restraint used in the cabinet works well because of the houndstooth and the wood selection. I can imagine in person it almost looks understated, or dare I say boring, from afar, only for the details in the grain, the joinery, and the subtle curve up front to pop out once one is close, to then be greeted with that sycamore upon opening and the stud drawer sides upon even further inspection... You're telling a narrative with how the piece unfolds. Well done, and it definitely deserves to be in a gallery.
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The thing I like best about this cabinet is that it isn't over the top. You did what I strive to do in my own work - let the wood speak for itself. And that 5% aesthetic you were going for? Nailed it. I just wonder, in a gallery environment, whether anyone will notice it, depending on how it is displayed.
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I love the added concave door feature. You could have just done a simple door, but you went one step deeper in technique. Love it.
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You sir, are an Artist and a fine Craftsman.
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I check my feed every weekend for a video and I’ve got to say it makes my weekend whenever you’ve posted. Thank you for making a simple man happy.
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Hot diggity!!! Usually when I watch your projects I think "I can get to that" but not this time. The amount of thought and skill that went into that little cabinet is truly amazing, well done.
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Great post again! I just stumbled across your content about… 4-6mo ago and it’s quickly become my favorite channel, especially going back and watching old stuff and seeing the growth and evolution in quality and style. Well, maybe top 3 faves! Thank you for everything you’re doing! Gives us novice enthusiasts hope and motivation!
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Exceptional build AND presentation. These types of projects and presentations are what I hope to get to one day, and you give me hope that I can get there. Thanks, friend.
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That drawers face is spectacular! Love the subtle curve to the door. And the simplicity of the minor complex details. Beautiful. .
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I like good whisky. I love the figured English Walnut and the craftsmanship you put into creating this exquisite cabinet. Well done, young lad! Well done, indeed! Now I know what I want to build for my next project. Thank you so very much for taking me on this fascinating journey.
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A thing of beauty is always a joy to behold. I can get a coopered drawer bottom out of a single solid piece of wood so easily. Never knew I was trend setting. LOL. Love this project.
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Wow…a new Eric video and Saturday morning coffee…what a great start to the weekend! Beautiful whiskey cabinet…I absolutely love working with English walnut. Now it’s time to head out to the shop and “make a thing”…today’s task is mill up some 7/4 black walnut for a Moxon vise…by hand.
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I'm really impressed by the story and presentation of the video! Maybe it's the familiarity of having a vision you don't know quite how you're going to execute, but failure simply isn't an option. Oh yeah, really nice cabinet too!
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Gotta say. That is indeed one of the best adds I've gotten. Great work. This is what good marketing can be. I'm now an excited new member of wwgoa and even upgraded. Hope you get more great sponsors and keep putting out the interesting, and honest content that we love seeing from ya.
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I think this might just be my favorite piece that you've made!
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That 2x4 stamp is awesome. I saw the nails coming but not the stamp. Well done
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Love the thought of intentionality adding a "flaw". I was thinking that adding one of the hounds teeth upside down and maybe then putting a tiny brass pin or something.. but loved the 2x4.
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Great piece of art. As always. And yes, I have always judged your coffee drinking and will most definitely judge the k cup. But that is what makes this a great relationship. Till your next one. Take care.
