Making tree flavored crystal candy (and a 100 year old fencepost bowl)

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  • čas přidán 28. 06. 2024
  • Taking the show on the road today by digging into a wood pile down on the ol' family farm and pulling out a juniper wood fencepost that's who knows how old!
    Hang out while I turn that piece of old fencepost into a bowl and stick around while I also make some Japanese jelly crystal candy flavored with juniper berries (and also redbud blossoms) to put inside this juniper wood fencepost bowl!
    Enjoy!
    0:00 getting the fencepost wood
    1:17 making the bowl
    5:21 juniper berry candy
    7:57 finishing the bowl
    8:46 tasting the candy
    #woodworking #lathe #foraging

Komentáře • 334

  • @socpancake
    @socpancake Před rokem +672

    okay so you definitely deliver all the tree-based content we're here for, but man that scrub jay with its moment of introspection really stole the spotlight this time. (post-video edit: but is this your most fun project yet? heck yea. and I'm sure mr birb would agree. way to honour the old farm!)

  • @WonkyWater-YT
    @WonkyWater-YT Před rokem +489

    Man that ‘What's in that Pile?’ theme always gets me.

  • @toxicboa202
    @toxicboa202 Před rokem +279

    I've never seen so much passion, honesty, and transparency with a creator who just jumped in without being blindsighted by money or views, you're a one of a few gems on this platform

    • @sexygirlmax2019
      @sexygirlmax2019 Před rokem +3

      fr! bro has nearly 1mil subs but hes still humble as hell.
      And while I will ALWAYS watch sponsors and not skip through it so they can get their money they need, since im not able to financially support anyone...Sometimes its nice to see someone doing something out of pure passion that they do for a hobby instead of monetizing it

  • @thebogsofmordor7356
    @thebogsofmordor7356 Před rokem +265

    As somebody who is 100 years old, I can confirm that this fence post is also 100. I'd recognize it anywhere.

  • @nevearlinsmeyer1836
    @nevearlinsmeyer1836 Před rokem +125

    I think this was my favorite what's in that pile episode yet! Great work, I truly loved it.

  • @rosemcbride1813
    @rosemcbride1813 Před rokem +55

    As an old woman in the woods I gotta say one more time I love your stuff. Every single time. Like your full videos best. Thanks.

  • @trevorknight3904
    @trevorknight3904 Před rokem +8

    I get Bob Ross vibes from your videos. They're so relaxing and positive. Thanks

  • @aidensteel8024
    @aidensteel8024 Před rokem +11

    I love finding out why my redbud tea looked so sad after the season for them is over. In all seriousness great video

    • @Justinthetrees
      @Justinthetrees  Před rokem +4

      Ah it’s still mid-season out here! Some helpful info for you next year at least haha!

  • @samwiserowe1834
    @samwiserowe1834 Před rokem +3

    It was very cool seeing the inside of such an old fence post. Also, that anti-capitalist bird was amazing and made me very happy.

  • @SpiritoftheForest
    @SpiritoftheForest Před 11 měsíci +5

    So cool seeing a piece of sun bleached wood turning into such a beautiful bowl, and those candies look delicious! Thank you for sharing 💜

  • @StellarLimpkin
    @StellarLimpkin Před rokem +5

    Who knew a humble Woodhouse’s Scrub-Jay had so much to say about life?

  • @wendynordstrom3487
    @wendynordstrom3487 Před rokem +29

    There are so many fun parts to this video! From the fence parts, to the bowl carving, the chatty scrub jay, to the candy making, I think this is my favorite video you've made so far! SCIENCE!! ❤❤❤❤

  • @xolzir
    @xolzir Před rokem +17

    I love that you are making more long form content lately! It's always a good day when you post, it amazes me with what you can do!

  • @rachele8733
    @rachele8733 Před rokem +6

    I've been really stressed the past few days, thinking through some big life decisions, and opening youtube to find not just a new Justin the Tree Man video, but a Justin the Tree Man video with chatoyancy on the thumbnail!? Exactly what I needed

  • @iloveeveryone8611
    @iloveeveryone8611 Před rokem +18

    Learning about trees has never been more fun. You do an amazing job, Mr. Justin Trees!!!

    • @TYsdrawkcaB
      @TYsdrawkcaB Před rokem

      Justin Ð. Etrysz
      >Justin ðe trysz
      >Justin ðe treesz
      >Justin ðe trees
      pronounced Justin the trees (ð = voiced th sound, like thou, them, the, similar to þ = voiceless th, like think, thought)

  • @bloopbloop9687
    @bloopbloop9687 Před rokem +30

    I love the vibe of your videos, always so relaxing.
    I'm actually planting a few hundred seeds around my family's farm here, so hopefully in a few years we'll have some nice dark walnut trees to enjoy

  • @mitchgillilan
    @mitchgillilan Před rokem +8

    Did you say that was your grandpappy's land at one time? What a beautiful place! Definitely has the Old American West vibe out there... The Juniper bowl came out great!

  • @king.jarjerk4201
    @king.jarjerk4201 Před rokem +3

    That scrubjay is so incredibly based.

  • @evey_the_wolf2472
    @evey_the_wolf2472 Před rokem +1

    the missing part of the bowl just gives it a beautiful back story, I really love the colour of the wood.

  • @fribnaut5794
    @fribnaut5794 Před rokem +2

    if you get young branches of birch when they are still dark with white spots and peel off the bark, you are met with a moist green twig that smells like root beer and when you boil it with water for a while it and sweeten it, put it in the fridge, it’s tastes really good, enjoy it with some ice. i’d like to see you try it

  • @amberbydreamsart5467
    @amberbydreamsart5467 Před rokem +8

    Oh man, I love how that bowl turned out!! I was just looking at some old trees in my grandparents' yard thinking of you - they have an old, old black walnut tree that we used to harvest from to feed the squirrels over the winter. Thank you for all of your videos giving us more information on the amazing giants in our yards!

  • @allanssilver
    @allanssilver Před rokem +5

    I have a turning tip for you. Use a piece of cloth/plastic between the wood and the chuck. Is will prevent the wood from being colored by the metal and potential markings. I saw the famous Richard Raffan do this in a video and i have tried it myself. I love your content

  • @severgum1208
    @severgum1208 Před rokem +2

    Oh how I waited for you to say "Chatoyancy" 😂 you really have conditioned me with that, congrats!

  • @catinthechat01
    @catinthechat01 Před rokem +1

    That Woodhouse's Scrub-Jay (had to look it up) made some excellent points and their singing is just beautiful. Those fence posts didn't look like they'd yield anything to my eye and I love that you proved me wrong. Thank you for another great video!

  • @Sag3brush
    @Sag3brush Před 10 měsíci

    Not only did you get to forage for Juniper berries, but you also got to meet such a based scrubjay! that mustve been a nice day

  • @goosey021
    @goosey021 Před rokem +7

    What an action packed addition of what’s in that pile!! Please continue to bring in more content on this channel. It’s what I look forward to the most on my deployment! Especially the attention to our winged friends in the sky!! Would love to see more content related to your fascination of birds! We have mourning doves here in Iraq just like back in the states, but sing a completely different song than what we are accustomed to in the US!!! Keep rocking it, partner!!

    • @sheldonhatch8255
      @sheldonhatch8255 Před rokem

      @Mike Jantz
      Thanks for serving sir, much respect. Amazing that you are finding Justin's channel all the way on the opposite side of the planer. I am Very interested to hear the mourning doves of iraq, do you have a video of the birds?

    • @goosey021
      @goosey021 Před rokem

      @@sheldonhatch8255 I unfortunately do not, but it sure is quite a pleasure to hear every once in awhile throughout my day!

  • @Arcnaught
    @Arcnaught Před rokem +5

    Most fun project yet if you ask me. I just love Juniper.

  • @pugger420
    @pugger420 Před rokem +3

    loved this one, shout out to that scrub jay 🙏🏾 excellent bowl shape! and that wood is gorgeous.

  • @jordanlind1944
    @jordanlind1944 Před rokem +6

    scrub jay spittin facts

  • @juneBug412
    @juneBug412 Před rokem +1

    yknow it didn't occur to me that i knew so little about my namesake till i watched this! i'll have to get myself a juniper cuttin board sometime, the wood really is just plain gorgeous

  • @brucebennett3728
    @brucebennett3728 Před rokem +1

    Just me here watching another one of your videos in complete awe, no big deal

  • @seandorr7564
    @seandorr7564 Před rokem +19

    I absolutely love this series!!!
    P.S. the bird part is fantastic, comrade

  • @book_lover898
    @book_lover898 Před rokem +17

    I love your videos amigo 😭😭🤧✨ i love how informative they are

  • @haleyhoudini
    @haleyhoudini Před rokem +1

    Sagebrush steppe ecologist here, and damn I love me some juniper! I've always wanted to collect some and make gin. Mmm!
    Affectionate sidenote: dioecious and monoecious are pronounced die-eeshus and mono-eeshus :) they're funky words but I dig them, they mean "two houses" and "one house" respectively.
    Thanks for the always incredible vids!

  • @jodilea144
    @jodilea144 Před rokem +1

    Very cool! The bowl is beautiful and I didn’t know I could eat my lovely redbud blossoms! I need to make both candies. 😊

  • @TheCatAteMyShoe
    @TheCatAteMyShoe Před rokem +3

    I'm going to make some of that candy. That looks like a very easy recipe to follow!

  • @mimimaitri1
    @mimimaitri1 Před rokem +9

    From one plant nerd to the next, dioecious is pronounced dye-eee-shus.

    • @Justinthetrees
      @Justinthetrees  Před rokem +10

      augh I watched like 3 videos to make sure I pronounced it right and couldn't get a straight answer from anyone lol, oh well, it's not one of my videos unless I sweat over a scientific pronunciation for 20 minutes and then just do it wrong anyway

    • @mimimaitri1
      @mimimaitri1 Před rokem +3

      @@Justinthetrees Hahaha. No big deal. I only bothered to say something because I figured you’d care. I used to research the evolution of dioecy so it just stood out.

    • @PanEtRosa
      @PanEtRosa Před rokem +1

      @@mimimaitri1 okay, so then, is dioecy pronounced "dye-EE-see" or "DYE-see"?

    • @mimimaitri1
      @mimimaitri1 Před rokem

      @@PanEtRosa The first way, not like “dicey.”

  • @pdwilby713
    @pdwilby713 Před rokem +4

    Yeah!!! A new video! Really enjoyed the bowl. The candy! Everything! And, dude! You gotta sell t-shirts with ‘What’s in that Pile’ and ‘Chatoyancy’! I’d wear them everywhere! 👍

  • @TomJones-wm4ro
    @TomJones-wm4ro Před rokem +1

    Absolutely incredible. As a local Ogdenite I absolutely love the local element of your videos. I love learning what I can do with local floral and fauna. Keep it up.

  • @sommoulin87
    @sommoulin87 Před 7 měsíci

    Woodwork and making food?
    This is now the best channel on CZcams

  • @irishwristwatch2487
    @irishwristwatch2487 Před rokem +3

    Man, these videos are a pure shot of serotonin for the day. Always so cheery!

  • @bastienphilip8854
    @bastienphilip8854 Před rokem +1

    Free dopamine in here
    Seriously these tree-themed candies and bowl are making my day

  • @PandaFoxArtist
    @PandaFoxArtist Před rokem

    I came ~specifically~ for the 🎇🎶 C H A T O Y A N C Y🎶🎇. You did not disappoint 👏 even blessed us with come candy! I freaking love your videos 🥰

  • @willasyn3136
    @willasyn3136 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Miles is a certified Good Boy ❤

  • @josephpayne7675
    @josephpayne7675 Před rokem +2

    Sick bowl dude. Looked great. Would love to see some turned platters and wise dishes. Just cos I make them myself and you would be siiiiick at it

  • @craighudson1827
    @craighudson1827 Před rokem +1

    Bowl came out super great! I was super surprised it wasn't punky on the inside. Guess it shows just how resilient juniper is.

  • @Dragon_With_Matches
    @Dragon_With_Matches Před rokem +1

    That juniper wood looked way more interesting than I anticipated!

  • @curlygurly2112
    @curlygurly2112 Před rokem +1

    that scrub jay was speaking straight facts tbh.

  • @erinyes3943
    @erinyes3943 Před 2 měsíci

    Those mountains in the background are so beautiful- love the reminder of how beautiful America can be. We’re in stick season where I am, so I’m incredibly jealous

  • @naolink.
    @naolink. Před rokem

    I am watching the video, and while i watch i opened WoW to play a little and let me say, the video with the music in the background while Justin is shaping the wood, is something else ♥

  • @kristenmackenzie2937
    @kristenmackenzie2937 Před rokem +3

    such an amazing example of ur content. exploration, native plant appreciation, an interesting project, and a fun little treat to go with it. i always love your attitude and your enthusiasm. also really enjoyed hearing you talk a bit more about what you were doing when you were turning the bowl. fantastic job 💜

  • @gregm2614
    @gregm2614 Před rokem +1

    Bump. Love the content. Inspired me to take up working with wood again. Please keep doing it as long as it makes you happy.

  • @toddtanner95
    @toddtanner95 Před rokem +1

    That scrub jay is quite the little philosopher

  • @thesepretzels2058
    @thesepretzels2058 Před rokem

    I like how you shorted your short and added the link to watch the longer video. You got me lol. Good job

  • @nightmaremint
    @nightmaremint Před rokem

    Both the bowl and the candy look really good, if I had red pedal trees near me I'd absolutely try that one

  • @laeman7774
    @laeman7774 Před rokem +1

    as an australian, its insane to me how close some people live to mountains. ive never never been on a large mountain, in a rainforest, or at a large canyon before. ive seen some pretty big creeks, large hills, and a huge desert, but god i wish i could visit america, canada, europe etc.

  • @Plantsandtea
    @Plantsandtea Před rokem +1

    The farm is in such a gorgeous spot ! Looks like it’ll be perfect for camping 😁

  • @valentinewhite9298
    @valentinewhite9298 Před měsícem

    The scrub jay bit was really good lol

  • @theawecat27
    @theawecat27 Před rokem +1

    this is definitely one your prettier projects, and videos in general! the old farm has so many nice wildflowers growing in it and that candy in the bowl looks gorgeous!

  • @sickboyrents
    @sickboyrents Před rokem +20

    Dude these videos are something else!! Absolutely love your energy and you fascination for what you’re doing, all the best my friend 😉

  • @jamielandis4606
    @jamielandis4606 Před 9 měsíci

    I didn’t know I loved chatoyancy, but, I’m here for it!

  • @coolwatyr
    @coolwatyr Před rokem +1

    I love adventures in wood working with you! The fence post bowl from your family farm is so beautiful.
    Thank you ❤

  • @EVERGLOW828
    @EVERGLOW828 Před rokem

    Such a sweet video I think everyone in your immediate family needs one of those bowls to keep a piece of such a special place close to home and heart.

  • @theawkwardamvi
    @theawkwardamvi Před 6 měsíci

    Man, did I need this. An absolute treasure of a video, love the vase, and the message hit me hard. I was literally knitting as I watched this, and I realized that through my entire 2023, I don't think before that knitting project, I had ever made something...just to *make something.*
    Definitely about to spend some time goofing off with yarn like I used to, and starting off the new year with a little more hope. Thanks, man ❤

  • @finlaykemp-tv8oh
    @finlaykemp-tv8oh Před rokem +1

    You’re just too cool dude, your stuff is the best content on youtube!! ❤

  • @noorm3129
    @noorm3129 Před rokem

    Please never stop posting long form 🫶 forever my fave channel

  • @jaydenmikkonen
    @jaydenmikkonen Před rokem +2

    Loved this one. I feel the need to make this candy!

  • @cloud_appreciation_society

    I'm so glad I paused the video to read the scrub jay's rant 😂

  • @brandongreene2189
    @brandongreene2189 Před rokem

    You are like the Ben Levin of woodworking. Very similar styles I think. Creative, fun, and know a lot about your craft.

  • @PirateCaptainArthur
    @PirateCaptainArthur Před rokem +4

    This was such a fantastic project! That bowl looks beautiful

  • @samwiserowe1834
    @samwiserowe1834 Před rokem +1

    Your appreciation for the imperfections and beauty of the wood are so charming. I really enjoy your videos!

  • @michaelmorgan6180
    @michaelmorgan6180 Před rokem +1

    Thank you for all your tree facts. I love it

  • @hellozup
    @hellozup Před rokem

    This was fun to watch and jam packed with interesting information about junipers.. Thanks for sharing them with us

  • @rosemcbride1813
    @rosemcbride1813 Před 4 měsíci

    Please publish your recipes and potions. Also, that bowl is pure art with feeling. Thanks

  • @erik365365365
    @erik365365365 Před rokem +1

    Loved this bowl shape

  • @Mataclysm
    @Mataclysm Před rokem +1

    That color coming in with the oil is just amazing. Love it.

  • @violetmeliora763
    @violetmeliora763 Před 5 měsíci

    Humorous, entertaining, and educational! This is amazing 🪵💚

  • @emmawold7083
    @emmawold7083 Před rokem

    You can also make sauerkraut with the juniper berries. Very fun project and tasty results after 2-3 weeks.

  • @ukwildcats09
    @ukwildcats09 Před 11 měsíci

    To be honest man, I’d watch any content you decide to put out. I love the conten but also your dialogue is amazing. We come for the person and stay for the content.

  • @subkultursalbei6782
    @subkultursalbei6782 Před rokem +1

    that's one wise scrub jay 😍

  • @1stAshaMan
    @1stAshaMan Před rokem +2

    This was great and now I also have a new kind of candy to try making.
    Random side note: Blueberries and Red Cabbage have a chemical that changes color in the same way. I bet a blueberry variant of the candy would work out ok.

  • @ilovemydog879
    @ilovemydog879 Před rokem

    I’m in love with miles ❤. He’s such a good boy.

  • @babydocdad
    @babydocdad Před 6 měsíci

    Man these videos are great... you have claimed perhaps the greatest corner of the internet.

  • @IronOak64
    @IronOak64 Před rokem +1

    This was one of your best videos! Great job!

  • @user-mi4lb3br8f
    @user-mi4lb3br8f Před rokem

    Lol the scrub jay dialogue “ownership is an illusion”😂😂

  • @Dino50012
    @Dino50012 Před rokem +1

    Love the long form, another great video and I love the out and about aspect to it ❤

  • @bumblebeevie
    @bumblebeevie Před rokem +1

    Not only was that bowl beautiful but it’s always nice to find another pro-juniper person. The candy looked tasty, and you know I had to pause to read what you put for the scrub jay. I’ve gotta say, I wholeheartedly agree with that bird lol

  • @Heather-fx7sr
    @Heather-fx7sr Před rokem

    Excellent content. Man I wish I had a friend like you living nearby sharing his bowls of candy.

  • @megynwilliams2249
    @megynwilliams2249 Před 8 měsíci

    You create such easy watching content, quite possibly my new favourite creator! Keep it up, I love that you educate us while letting our minds focus on the satisfying patterns in wood ❤️🍃🌲

  • @elenap15227
    @elenap15227 Před 10 měsíci +1

    The amount of sugar in candy really shouldn surprise me anymore, but it always does. Ill be trying your recipe and be on the lookout for juniper fences in my area.

  • @pinstripeowl
    @pinstripeowl Před rokem

    What a lovely video and a gorgeous wood. The scrubjay also was a delight

  • @randomthings9383
    @randomthings9383 Před rokem

    What the bird has to say at 5:34 is just as interesting as this video. (Very interesting.) Keep up the good work!

  • @KittyGamer1514
    @KittyGamer1514 Před rokem

    Man i love wood carving, first thing i ever did was with a straight stick, a pocket knife, and three and a half hours. And it was just a sharpened stick

  • @alexandrah5571
    @alexandrah5571 Před rokem

    That was a delightful video, thank you for taking the time to share!

  • @mushroomman4488
    @mushroomman4488 Před rokem

    That bird went deep
    I finished watching lotr today and, as usual, amazing

  • @dragonluvrcatluvr9689

    Beautiful project!

  • @GraciesMelodies
    @GraciesMelodies Před rokem

    there's nothing better than seeing a notification for one of your videos pop up! i really hope youtube works out for you!

  • @dishevelleddev
    @dishevelleddev Před rokem

    As a southerner, I will never not be thrown off by the fact that "pile" in the jingle has 2 syllables. :P

  • @BlackBerryBabe12
    @BlackBerryBabe12 Před rokem

    AHHH I love that you mentioned BlackForager!! ❤️❤️

  • @chattyotter3300
    @chattyotter3300 Před rokem +1

    Love the anti capitalist scrub jay✨
    Edit: The bowl turned out so pretty and those candies sound delicious😋