Making a Wooden Sign with a router | First time making a sign
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- čas přidán 26. 07. 2024
- So I have always wanted to try to make a sign with a router. I found a small handheld router for $20.00 and figured what the hay!! I'll give it a try. Now to all the sign makers out there.....I know this isn't perfect and it could be done a lot better. I will continue to practice on this skill and teach myself how to make a better product. But anyways, it's a lot of fun to do and I will definitely be making more in the future.
Thanks for watching!!! - Jak na to + styl
*I absolutely love this tool!!! The first one was defective and Dewalt replaced **MyBest.Tools** More bulky than the Bosch and Makita corded palm routers I have but worth it. Nice solid base*
Sir, I have been working with wood for over 60 years and I think this is great work. Well done on producing an excellent video, clear commentary and a beautiful sign to boot! I have watched this video a number of times, not only to see someone willing to try and teach himself how to do something, but also to hear that remarkably likeable accent you have! I wish you well in woodwork and in life.
Amazing 👍
Great job! I did what you did and made a wood sign with our family’s name on it and gave it to my parents. They loved it! They hung it above their front door. My sign was rough and my first time using a router but since it brought smiles and happiness to my parents I consider it to be a success. Perfection doesn’t equate to success. What you do for others does.
Ive been woodworkin for many years and that was a fine job. Lots of people wouldnt have even tried. 👍
and I'm one of them! Heck, I can't even use a CNC and get it right the first time.
I been using routers for 30 years, all I can say is GOOD JOB. I recently got a Harbor Freight trim router myself. After using my 3/4 horse, 1 1/4 horse and 2 horse plunge routers, suddenly routing got fun again. That lightweight little sucker is lots easier to control.
... Believe me, I make signs for a living and none of them come out perfect. Your sign looks great and I would proudly display it in my shop. Even those that are cut, routed, painted, or printed, have plenty of flaws. This type is actually my favorite.
Ed Sipes thanks, that actually makes me feel a little better about it!
If you hadn't have said it was your first time i don't think a lot of people would know any different. A Great job well done.
Thank you for being one of us first timers! I love your honesty! I am now confident enough to give this a try.
You did an excellent job for your first time making a sign. Well done!!!
Sir all I can tell you is that I’m honor and thankful for you to share your work, it’s an 100% organic job, that nobody can’t away from, much obliged to you and look forward to see other videos of yours, God bless
I've just bought a router for the first time and your video was terrific. Nice commentary and making me more confident about my first project. Love your accent! I'm Aussie BTW. You did a good job on your first sign.
As soon as you said, “If I don’t know how to do somethin,” I go ahead and try to do it anyway and teach myself,” I instantly hit ‘subscribe!’ I do the same. My motto is, “There’s always a way.” Excellent job on the sign and the video! Thanks for sharing!
Use a straight router bit on your letters and they will come out smooth!
“I’m pretty sure I’m gonna get ‘hammered’ by the people who do this all the time.” Don’t let them ‘cut’ you down. 😜
You "nailed" it buddy!!
I am the same as you my friend self taught. And I like seeing real videos of people having a go, good on you my friend 👍🏻👍🏻
Wow great job! I’m just seeing this 6 years later! Love that sign! That’s what my Grand Children call me Popo
For a first effort, and self taught, I say bravo. I have been wood working for 30 some years, and I cannot begin to tell you how many tips and tricks I I have learned since watching CZcams. I like your channel for your honesty. There is a learning curve to everything. I have made a couple of signs, but I'm about to up my game with a cnc. Please keep putting out content and ignore the wood worker police.
I think it looks great! A CNC looks like a CNC did it. There is a certain character to hand made things!
Don't take any notice of people who do thumbs down they don't show you the scrap box , and cnc machines are for computer people not craftsmen, nice job mate I am a retired carpenter 71yrs ,52yrs on the job I live in Wales UK well done again.
Good job, never listen to NEGATIVE!!, Always try, even if we screw up !.
Awesome job! This is exactly the type of video I'm looking for for people like me that is doing it for the first time. I've come across too many videos where they say its easy and when they start they have a $20,000 machine, plainers, and gizmos. Lol. Thanks!
There will always be HATERS! Without someone like you putting out a video like this, I would never try. I bought the same router at Harbor Freight today and can't wait to try it. I wanted to watch a few videos first. Rain is coming for a week so the perfect time to learn. You're sign looks great.
Brother.... Im a sign guy. This is your first attempt?!!! Its great!!!! Ignore the critics. You obviously know what you're doing! Good job!
Good stuff - it just goes to show you can produce something great with pretty minimal kit. I did something similar for my house sign 6 weeks ago. Differences: I used a hardwood (Oak) as it was less "splintery". I made my design on the computer, printed it out 100% and then stuck the paper onto the wood - afterwards, it was just sanded off. The other thing I did was to use flat bottomed bits and poured black resin into the lettering rather than painting.
Don't let anyone diss you for what you do - just 'cos you aren't using Festool kit or a CNC doesn't matter as most of the comments show. I do wish the health and safety brigade would resist the urge to lecture though!
I think the key part of this video was when you said you had fun making the sign.. Someone in their workshop having fun.. It doesn't get much better than that..
You hit it right on the head with your last comments, it is relaxing and satisfying puttering around and teaching yourself new things, whether it is woodworking, music or gardening. For your first attempt, and freehand at that, you did an amazing job. Now, I have to try that!
YOU ARE THE BEST IN THE WORLD FOR BEING YOUR FIRST TIME DOING A WOOD SIGN. BLESS YOU ALWAYS.
Turned out awesome...good job
Bought me the same router...for small jobs...& the lil woman suggested I make signs...confidence & inspiration built in me now 👍
Hi. This is just the video I was looking for! I’m a more ‘mature’ lady from England, who has just bought her first palm router - an inexpensive one, similar to yours. I also wanted to dabble with making a sign or two, and your video answered ALL my questions in one go! Amazing. Nice job on your sign, by the way.
Hope I can follow your lead and do as well as you did on the first attempt! Cheers, Cathy xx
I've also just bought the Aldi one. Never used a router before so looking forward to having a go.
Good luck
Thanks for the video. I just took over teaching a woodworking class. I never got into sign making or using a router till I started teaching this class. In truly enjoying my new career. I was a police officer for 13 years till an injury forced me out. My initial plan was to reach criminal justice at boces and another person was hired. During my interview it was mentioned I had some construction experience and dabbled in making toy boxes and other small wood workibg projects. A few weeks after not getting the position I had originally wanted I was offered to teach high school level woodshop through boces for kids with varying issues and delays. I jumped at the chance and have been learning as much as I have been teaching. I search for videos on different projects where the person breaks things down or gives ideas. Your video was short and to the point and appreciate you making it so that in turn my students may learn and be engaged. Thanks again
SUPERCOP 303 thanks, sounds like you have a pretty good job. I do the woodworking to clear my mind. I’ve been in law Enforcement for 15 years myself and as you know, you have to have a hobby or an out lol.
It’s amazing I’m going to try doing a sign for my church..been planning it for awhile..and you have inspired me to go for it..I’m 76 years old but I’m crafty..I cut with my scroll saw but I have never used a router..but I do have one..thank you for this wonderful video.. you did a beautiful job❤️
Well done. This is exactly how I have done things. We all gotta start somewhere. That Trim router and bits have already paid for themselves. Looks great, have fun.
One of the most inspirational 1st time woodworker videos I've watched for a very long time. Great effort, thanks for posting 👍
That’s a mighty sign if you ask me. Heck, now I want to go and make one myself! Thanks for sharing!!
The only person to make NO mistakes is the one who never does or achieves anything! You can be rightly well pleased with the sign! All the best, Rob
There are many buyers that appreciate handcrafted work over the CNC "handcrafted" look.
Looking good Popo's.
The greatest woodworker started out with the word ( WANT ) . To want to make something out of nothing is an achievement in itself. So what you have done is what the great woodworkers in the past and present did (WANT ) . I to wanted to watch what someone else was making weather it be beginners or professionals and you have achieved that benchmark and more. So keep with it and you will be a great woodworker.
Who are the 261 people who disliked, voted thunbs-down? What is not to like about this guy? He's super honest and genuine. He did a good job for his first time.
They are bitter dickheads aka trolls fuck um!
KilaKimo Luna Thank you!!!
KilaKimo Luna people like to hate for no reason at all
I agree 👍
Probably for the very dangerous way that this sign was made without a plunge router or a guide. Yeah the guy seems great, but shouldn't be teaching woodworking!
Good job. Thanks for showing that you don't need expensive tools to make things.
Strong work! I like that you just jump in and give it a go! Another way to darken the letters and sides is to burn them with a blow torch. Great work. Enjoyed the video!!
Not getting it perfect gives it personality
Exactly, if it would be perfect, people would've thought it was CNC cut, at least it looks handmade. Me likey.
In Art, we call it abstract.
I just bought the same trim router at HF. You, sir, have inspired me. Thanks!
This is gold the bloke has the attitude of success
GLAD to see someone that willing to admit that they don't know everything as for critics there is always going to be people that are negative.
That's what wood working is all about my friend, enjoying and expressing yourself. Very nice job!!!
You have inspired me with your efforts dear sir!!!! I'll be shopping for a cheap router tomorrow to get started on my sign.
That cove bit gave it a hand-carved look, and it is perfect! You are an artist.
You just put a video on CZcams that's super brave of you. I bet you those 261 people that actually disliked this, don't have the nerve to put themselves out there.
Speaking as one who attempted to make signs this past Christmas, & failed. Your sign is fantastic. People are just jealous.
You have more videos? If you are somebody who likes Things out of wood. I would ask if you could do a video on building a simple entryway table , or bench that doesn't shake.
Thank you!
@@PoposWoodworks I found you on November 28 22. Very informative I'm on my way to HF right now. Thank you sooo much. That sign is perfect 🥰
Thank you Sir. I’ve had the exact same router in my shed for about 2 years, been hesitant to try it. You just gave me the courage to try it out.
Very good for the first time congratulations
Don't worry if someone critiques it! Take what they (The good!) say & learn from it! I personally think you did an AWESOME job!!! Actually your painting, sanding & staining process helped me with a project I have in te works!!! Thank you!
I wasn’t loving it until you put that last coat of stain on, and then it became really nice. The imperfections give it character, and the black is a really nice contrast. Great job fir your first time. Thanks for the video
That is one good looking sign man. Who cares what others think. If you like it, that is all that matters.
Like everything in woodwork you learn constantly. For a first attempt, that was great.
There’s an old Aussie saying, “Far Khem”!
I reckon it’s awesome!
One of my best mates is of the last “timber specialist” to learn the aspects by hand, nowadays everything is machined, he’s told me many times that it really doesn’t matter what your skill level is as it’s a natural medium and beauty is in the eye of the beholder, I beg to differ, he pisses me off with some of the pieces he shits out with laxative ease,
It’s true though, your enjoyment materialises in what you create,
Nothing wrong with self taught, nice work!
Yours truly
Dirty timber sniffer #3
I rather watch somebody do something for the first time because I'm looking to get started. Thank you..
For a first time,a credit to you sir👍👍👍🇬🇧
You have give me the confidence to try and make one for myself!! Looks good
You hit the nail at what you said at 7:46. I also do signs for that reason and have sold a few on ebay.
I think you did awesome and your honest genuine personality is a hit and refresher. Keep the videos coming.
Awesome idea, Awesome job, Well executed! Routing free handed as you did, its not easy. To those thumbs down people, let us see your first sign. I'd bet it isn't anywhere as good as this one.
To heck with the negative reviews. Good job, Nice to see you not being afraid to try something new!
I realize this is 3 years old, but thank you for making this video. I'm going to give it a try with a new ryobi plunge router. Your sign came out great!! I can only hope my first try looks even half as good as this.
I think CZcams pays people to dislike videos. For a free hand job not bad. The bit for that would be a up cut router bit. Nice work.
Beginner myself the first one is always a little sketchy but the more I do the more I like it, now people want to buy the stuff... good job on the sign.
That's a great 1st effort . A $20 dollar router . A good price entry into the joys of making stuff . Greetings from 🇬🇧
Looks Great POPO! No one should ever let someone tell them differently! I know this video is older but I am just now seeing it! So, Again Nice Job Bud! 🤝
Awesome, thanks for sharing
Now I know how to spend my Harbor Freight gift card. Great job.
For first time and freehand routing, you did extremely well. I’m pretty sure you’ve mastered it by now since this video is 6 years old.
Just borrowed a table router for some cabinets my wife and I are going to make so started looking at you tube videos today. I am so impressed by your willingness to just do it! I'm sitting here worried about doing things perfect and having the right equipment....I'm heading to harbor freight right now and buying the router and making me a sign for my front driveway! It will be a Salmon... Thanks for the inspiration...
Mark Harris thanks!!
great video. TY for sharing. at least you had the balls to do it.
Respect from Dublin Ireland 👍🏻
Good for you for giving it a shot AND for making a video of it. The sign is great!
Thank you. You took the magic out of it for me. I’ll have to pick one up from Harbor freight.
Don’t worry about the Internet troll critics. Everybody wants to be a critic, forgetting they started out once to.
Happy trails
Luke
first time ?? really ?? it came out looking AWESOME !!! thank you for the video !!!!
One of the funnest things about any hobby experimenting and screwing up! Learning from others peoples and your mistakes (: and sharing them with other enthusiasts (: 👍🏼
A lot of people can do it with a template. Free handing gives it character! Great job 👍 !
it looks darn good to me buddy. I'd never have guessed that sign was a 1st.
The fact that you’re learning and happy to just have a go, and share ! is enough for me. Good or not it’s all fun in learning. Good effort fellah from over the pond ✅
I think you did a good job. Nothing to be ashamed off. Thanks for the video.
Heck , I think you did a good job . I'm like you , I'll try anything myself to. Way to go
For a first one dang son that some great work congratulations and God bless you
Nice job. Also great to see someone still using the basics. You got a good handle on your ideas. Keep it up. " A person that's never made a mistake is a person that has never done anything" quote I heard many years ago
bassbull0506 thanks!
Great job
I want to thank you for taking the time to video this. Great job and thank you again.
Heck, you know more then I do, no complaints here. We all learn something from every video we watch. And thank you!
Great looking sign. Looks better than some of the stuff at Hobby Lobby. I've had the very same router sitting, collecting dust for almost 4 years. Bought it while browsing stuff at a big tent sale event at Harbor Freight, just because it was cheap. But after buying it, I became a little intimidated, since I had never used one. Now I am inspired! So I am going to rout the $h!t out of something! Thanks for the video!
DO YOU'RE WAY,LET THE KEYBOARD WARRIORS DO THEIRS THE WAY THEY DO!
GOOD JOB !
I think it was super helpful to watch a first timer like me. I’ve watched a bunch of videos of professionals but they really didn’t help me much because they knew what they were doing. To do someone who’s never done it and try it definitely made me feel more at ease and to just get into it and try it. Looks super great especially at the end! I might make a sign like that for my dads Father’s Day gift for his shop! Way to go! Thanks
Commenting 2 years after you’ve put this vid up and I’m subscribing for your humble laid back attitude - it was so refreshing compared to some out there. Awesome work on the sign btw.... !!!
Good man ! Like you said, figuring it out yourself is the best way, Gonna have me a go at that...
Awesome job I like that
You did great, I started with a trim router a month ago now have a palm, a plunge and a fixed base router. I learnt from Dave and Eric Rhoten, they have a couple hundred plus videos and teach you everything.
Ignore the negative comments. I’m very impressed with your sign.
Have always wanted to make one. You’ve given me the inspiration.
Fine first job. Been makin signs for years the router way. You did fine. You have great skills. And Harbor Freight has good enough tools for this.
I think it came out perfect.... Nice job!
Worthy to sell. Seriously, this looks amazing. Well done.
You made a beautiful sign! I love it! I want to get a router. I never knew what router do until I watched this video. Very straight to the point, easy to understand. Thank you sir!