wortheffort | Small Shop Limited Tools Batch Production Techniques and Tips for "The Graham Way" Table Design. @wortheffort | Uploaded November 2020 | Updated October 2024, 4 minutes ago.
A common idea when people start woodworking is using it as a side hustle. A means to earn some extra money. Maybe only so the hobby pays for itself or the kids need tuition. This mindset leads to a the goal of small production runs because if customers like something you want to make it again.
A few videos back I developed the design of a table with the goal of making them in small batches. Then a follow up video I explored different applications for that design to see viability of alternative ancillary products. This video I’m working on the processes to make the table simply, repeatably and efficiently.
What sets this video apart, and contributes to it’s length, is I’m developing batch production processes for three calibers of craftspeople. Those just starting out who might only have a few DIY power hand tools. Another for a hobbies whom might have some nicer power and stationary tools. And individuals who have access to professional level equipment. Each of these niches can produce the same piece but this exploration shows how efficiencies can be added as you save up and buy dedicated equipment.
While this is developing processes for this particular 18” x 18” x 28” side table there are volumes of tips and tricks a craftsman in a small shop could use in making small batches of products.
TABLE OF CONTENT:
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:03:10 - Table Top Blanks
00:06:00 - Consistent Dimensioning Table Tops with Jigs
00:17:40 - Track Saw Jigs
00:23:40 - Square Table Top on a Table Saw
00:24:55 - Cutting Dado’s
00:26:45 - CNC for Dado’s
00:30:20 - Hand Router for Dado’s
00:34:30 - Custom Router Plate
00:40:30 - Router Jig Frame
00:59:18 - Splitting Table Tops
01:00:00 - Making Battons
01:12:30 - Table Height
01:13:30 - Leg Splay and Rake
01:21:50 - Leg Mortise Jig
01:29:30 - Dowel Trick for Cutting Overlapping Holes
01:32:45 - Splay and Rake at the Drill Press via Schwarz
01:35:15 - Table Top Glue Up
01:37:50 - Aesthetics
01:38:25 - Cutting Round Tenons with a chisel
01:43:40 - Cutting Round Tenons with a router
01:46:10 - Thread Box like jig
01:46:45 - Hand Drill Lathe
01:47:50 - Tenons on a Lathe
01:53:51 - Wrap Up and Next Video
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Plans coming with next installment in video series
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Videos Referenced:
- Circular Saw Cross Cut Sled, WW’nTips-n-Tricks #090 -
- All the Tools, Prerequisite Course -
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This channel is based on the value for value proposition. We depend upon patrons like you to subsidize our efforts. The time away from the 'real work' that pays bills and opportunity loss of time with family are our biggest expenses.
So if you feel these videos and series are of value to you and others please consider shopping and patronizing these sites:
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A common idea when people start woodworking is using it as a side hustle. A means to earn some extra money. Maybe only so the hobby pays for itself or the kids need tuition. This mindset leads to a the goal of small production runs because if customers like something you want to make it again.
A few videos back I developed the design of a table with the goal of making them in small batches. Then a follow up video I explored different applications for that design to see viability of alternative ancillary products. This video I’m working on the processes to make the table simply, repeatably and efficiently.
What sets this video apart, and contributes to it’s length, is I’m developing batch production processes for three calibers of craftspeople. Those just starting out who might only have a few DIY power hand tools. Another for a hobbies whom might have some nicer power and stationary tools. And individuals who have access to professional level equipment. Each of these niches can produce the same piece but this exploration shows how efficiencies can be added as you save up and buy dedicated equipment.
While this is developing processes for this particular 18” x 18” x 28” side table there are volumes of tips and tricks a craftsman in a small shop could use in making small batches of products.
TABLE OF CONTENT:
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:03:10 - Table Top Blanks
00:06:00 - Consistent Dimensioning Table Tops with Jigs
00:17:40 - Track Saw Jigs
00:23:40 - Square Table Top on a Table Saw
00:24:55 - Cutting Dado’s
00:26:45 - CNC for Dado’s
00:30:20 - Hand Router for Dado’s
00:34:30 - Custom Router Plate
00:40:30 - Router Jig Frame
00:59:18 - Splitting Table Tops
01:00:00 - Making Battons
01:12:30 - Table Height
01:13:30 - Leg Splay and Rake
01:21:50 - Leg Mortise Jig
01:29:30 - Dowel Trick for Cutting Overlapping Holes
01:32:45 - Splay and Rake at the Drill Press via Schwarz
01:35:15 - Table Top Glue Up
01:37:50 - Aesthetics
01:38:25 - Cutting Round Tenons with a chisel
01:43:40 - Cutting Round Tenons with a router
01:46:10 - Thread Box like jig
01:46:45 - Hand Drill Lathe
01:47:50 - Tenons on a Lathe
01:53:51 - Wrap Up and Next Video
----------------------------------------------------------
Plans coming with next installment in video series
----------------------------------------------------------
Videos Referenced:
- Circular Saw Cross Cut Sled, WW’nTips-n-Tricks #090 -
- All the Tools, Prerequisite Course -
----------------------------------------------------------
This channel is based on the value for value proposition. We depend upon patrons like you to subsidize our efforts. The time away from the 'real work' that pays bills and opportunity loss of time with family are our biggest expenses.
So if you feel these videos and series are of value to you and others please consider shopping and patronizing these sites:
- wortheffort.com
- patreon.com/wortheffort
- squareup.com/market/wortheffort-woodworking-store (also for Donations)
- paypal.me/wortheffort for PayPal donations
- instagram.com/wortheffort_ww
- twitter.com/wortheffort_sg
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Non-"Affiliate" Amazon list of recommended stuff - amazon.com/ideas/amzn1.account.AGPTTH2B7QEN6OK4KIJ3ALQ43FSQ/A5A5HIAMWL4L
