Uploaded September 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Please watch our latest video! "A new tool, an old tool, and some innovations | TWW Tools Unleashed"
youtube.com/watch?v=SkxqKyj-LQI --~--
A big thank you to our sponsor, Woodcraft, for supporting this episode and the woodworking community as a whole. Woodcraft has been a trusted resource for woodworkers for decades, offering quality tools, supplies, lumber, and expert advice for makers at every skill level. If you’re looking to upgrade your shop or start your next project, be sure to check them out. 👉 Visit Woodcraft here: woodcraft.com
Want to build one of these barstools for yourself? Check out our bar stool woodworking course! thewoodwhispererguild.com/product/counter-height-bar-stool
The story of a bar stool — from my kitchen remodel to 21 builds with 16 students. See how teaching this project shaped the design, improved the joinery, and turned a simple build into something stronger, safer, and more rewarding.
Stuff Used in the Video:
- Grab a signed copy of my Hybrid Woodworking Book - twwstore.com/products/hybrid-woodworking-book
- Get your very own Oreo Plushie! - twwstore.com/products/pre-order-for-oreo-plushy
- Festool Domino - amzn.to/46ks75m
- 1/8″ Roundover Bit - amzn.to/4mJKGFT
- Whiteside Ultimate Flush Trim Bit – UDC9112 - amzn.to/47XeOZO
- JessEm Dowel Jig - jessem.com/products/new-dowelling-jig?variant=40593392861254&sca_ref=7348750.lMAJCfJTArg
- Upholstery Stapler - amzn.to/4n35Cbj
- Double-Sided Tape - amzn.to/3JMmt34
- Thin Pry Bar - amzn.to/3K18qXu
- Titebond Liquid Hide Glue - amzn.to/4lWPI0I
- Toggle Clamps - amzn.to/41Co4yK
- Preppin Weapon Sanding Block - twwstore.com/products/preppin-weapon-sanding-block
- Backside Sandpaper - backsidesandpaper.com
- Templates - thewoodwhispererguild.com/product/counter-height-bar-stool-templates
- Polypropylene Webbing - amzn.to/3JCe1nc
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00:00 Introduction: The Story of a Bar Stool
00:40 The Initial Design and Inspiration
00:52 Hosting Classes and Initial Challenges
01:11 First Class Feedback and Design Flaws
01:37 Addressing the Design Flaws
02:22 Redesigning for the Second Class
02:35 Persistent Doubts and Further Redesign
02:56 Final Redesign Before the Third Class
03:51 Lessons from Prototyping
04:26 Final Version and Conclusion of the Journey
04:54 Material Selection and Preparation
05:24 Milling and Cutting Techniques
06:19 Joinery for the Seat
07:33 Cutting and Assembling Support Rails
08:26 Legs and Side Assemblies
08:49 Shaping and Trimming Techniques
08:59 Using Templates and Sleds
09:22 Joinery for the Legs and Rails
10:28 Adding Durability with Brass Inlay
11:30 Final Shaping and Sanding
13:23 Gluing and Finishing the Frame
13:52 Applying the Finish
14:40 Weaving the Seat
15:28 Final Assembly
16:02 Epoxy Cleanup and Final Touches
16:33 Reflecting on the Project
16:53 Challenges of Iteration
17:20 Acknowledging the Students
17:44 Final Thoughts and Farewell
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Please watch our latest video! "A new tool, an old tool, and some innovations | TWW Tools Unleashed"
youtube.com/watch?v=SkxqKyj-LQI --~--
A big thank you to our sponsor, Woodcraft, for supporting this episode and the woodworking community as a whole. Woodcraft has been a trusted resource for woodworkers for decades, offering quality tools, supplies, lumber, and expert advice for makers at every skill level. If you’re looking to upgrade your shop or start your next project, be sure to check them out. 👉 Visit Woodcraft here: woodcraft.com
Want to build one of these barstools for yourself? Check out our bar stool woodworking course! thewoodwhispererguild.com/product/counter-height-bar-stool
The story of a bar stool — from my kitchen remodel to 21 builds with 16 students. See how teaching this project shaped the design, improved the joinery, and turned a simple build into something stronger, safer, and more rewarding.
Stuff Used in the Video:
- Grab a signed copy of my Hybrid Woodworking Book - twwstore.com/products/hybrid-woodworking-book
- Get your very own Oreo Plushie! - twwstore.com/products/pre-order-for-oreo-plushy
- Festool Domino - amzn.to/46ks75m
- 1/8″ Roundover Bit - amzn.to/4mJKGFT
- Whiteside Ultimate Flush Trim Bit – UDC9112 - amzn.to/47XeOZO
- JessEm Dowel Jig - jessem.com/products/new-dowelling-jig?variant=40593392861254&sca_ref=7348750.lMAJCfJTArg
- Upholstery Stapler - amzn.to/4n35Cbj
- Double-Sided Tape - amzn.to/3JMmt34
- Thin Pry Bar - amzn.to/3K18qXu
- Titebond Liquid Hide Glue - amzn.to/4lWPI0I
- Toggle Clamps - amzn.to/41Co4yK
- Preppin Weapon Sanding Block - twwstore.com/products/preppin-weapon-sanding-block
- Backside Sandpaper - backsidesandpaper.com
- Templates - thewoodwhispererguild.com/product/counter-height-bar-stool-templates
- Polypropylene Webbing - amzn.to/3JCe1nc
Join this channel to get access to perks:
youtube.com/channel/UCKp44bWWZIiOPShPN_ytShw/join
00:00 Introduction: The Story of a Bar Stool
00:40 The Initial Design and Inspiration
00:52 Hosting Classes and Initial Challenges
01:11 First Class Feedback and Design Flaws
01:37 Addressing the Design Flaws
02:22 Redesigning for the Second Class
02:35 Persistent Doubts and Further Redesign
02:56 Final Redesign Before the Third Class
03:51 Lessons from Prototyping
04:26 Final Version and Conclusion of the Journey
04:54 Material Selection and Preparation
05:24 Milling and Cutting Techniques
06:19 Joinery for the Seat
07:33 Cutting and Assembling Support Rails
08:26 Legs and Side Assemblies
08:49 Shaping and Trimming Techniques
08:59 Using Templates and Sleds
09:22 Joinery for the Legs and Rails
10:28 Adding Durability with Brass Inlay
11:30 Final Shaping and Sanding
13:23 Gluing and Finishing the Frame
13:52 Applying the Finish
14:40 Weaving the Seat
15:28 Final Assembly
16:02 Epoxy Cleanup and Final Touches
16:33 Reflecting on the Project
16:53 Challenges of Iteration
17:20 Acknowledging the Students
17:44 Final Thoughts and Farewell
Sign up for our free newsletter to be notified of a new video or other cool stuff happening at The Wood Whisperer! thewoodwhisperer.com/newsletter
For more information, other free plans, and helpful links: thewoodwhisperer.com
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Take a woodworking class online with The Wood Whisperer
thewoodwhispererguild.com
OR get Direct support from Marc through our Guild+ subscription! Plus a ton more perks thewoodwhispererguild.com/plus
SUPPORT US ON PATREON!
patreon.com/woodwhisperer
PRODUCTS RECOMMENDED BY MARC
US - amazon.com/shop/thewoodwhisperer
Canada - amazon.ca/shop/thewoodwhisperer
UK - amazon.co.uk/shop/thewoodwhisperer
CHECK OUT OUR BBQ CHANNEL
youtube.com/twwbbq
WOOD WHISPERER en Español
youtube.com/channel/UCN0YcxiYZrgxp2TVC6W1oWg
CHECK OUT OUR SHOP TOURS
thewoodwhisperer.com/shop-tours
GET INSPIRED BY OUR VIEWER PROJECT LIBRARY
thewoodwhisperer.com/viewer-projects
DOWNLOAD OUR FREE APP
iOS: bit.ly/177u4An
Follow me on:
TWITTER - twitter.com/woodwhisperer
FACEBOOK - facebook.com/thewoodwhisperer
INSTAGRAM - instagram.com/woodwhisperer
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BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/woodwhisperer.com
