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5 Terrible Builds That Paid Me $131,708

5 Terrible Builds That Paid Me $131,708

Early mishaps, lucrative learning moments, and tips on how to become a YouTuber.

While this journey into becoming a YouTubing woodworker has yielded a lot to be proud of, there’s something to be said for having an appreciation for the times when things didn't go exactly right. If you’re interested in becoming a YouTube content creator, it’s important to pursue constant growth, live without regrets, and keep moving forward. 

The following list highlights some builds that didn’t necessarily go to plan. However, they helped to provide valuable lessons and earned $131,708 from ads paid from Youtube/Google.

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Getting Injured So You Don’t Have To

Is woodworking safe?

In an environment where table saws, high powered drills and angle grinders are only a few of the tools that are always present, there is an inherent danger and possibility for injury. Factor in something such as woodworking for a full-time career and you increase your chances of injury substantially. Working so constantly with the tools used in the projects captured in the Blacktail Studio videos has provided a unique opportunity to witness a lot of different ways that they can potentially backfire and cause harm. Whether you do the odd DIY project or you work with power tools on a daily basis, you may never experience the full range of damage that these high powered machines can cause…we’re here to show you.

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How to Finish a Table (and use it everyday)

Why I don’t stain wood. Instead I finish with a hardwax finish called rubio monocoat.

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How to Attach Table Legs

The best way to attach table legs to allow for wood movement and keep them tight and wobble free.

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How to Build a Live Edge Wood Table

Step by Step guide to properly build a live edge and/or slab table. From where to by the wood, how to finish, and even how and where to mount the table legs.

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Gloss Hardwax Wood Finishing - Make Wood Look Like Polished Marble

How to apply a perfect gloss osmo finish in your dusty shop or garage

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