Your Woodworking Journey Starts Here
This isn't just another woodworking course. This is your roadmap to woodworking mastery, designed specifically for total beginners who are serious about learning a craft that will last a lifetime.
I'm Ready!Let's be honest...
Does this sound like you?
- You've watched countless woodworking YouTube videos
- You've scrolled through endless Instagram builds
- You don't know what tools you really need to get started
- You've bought other "plans", only to find them too complicated
- You have a list of project ideas a mile long
You're Not Alone!
Believe it or not, I was exactly where you are now when I started my woodworking journey 10 years ago. After being a tech guy for years, I knew I wanted to build stuff with my own two hands, but I felt overwhelmed.
I felt overwhelmed by:
- Expensive tools I'd never heard of ("What's the difference between a jointer and planer?")
- Skills I felt like I could never learn ("Wait, you don't just screw stuff together?")
- The lack of time, money, and space ("That tool costs HOW MUCH?!")
Thankfully, my newfound obsession (thanks, ADHD!) pushed me to try woodworking and, armed with nothing but a miter saw and drill, I started building projects in my garage based on those same YouTube videos and Instagram posts you're probably inspired by.
Imagine Yourself, A Few Weekends From Now…
- You've outfitted your workshop
- You've built your first few projects
- You've impressed your family and friends
- Most importantly, you've learned a lifelong skill!
Don't think of this as "just a course". It's your ticket to creating furniture, gifts, and heirlooms that will make your friends and family say, "You made that?"
INTRODUCING
Jumpstart Your Woodworking
Jumpstart Your Woodworking is the best course for woodworking beginners, period.
This course replaces those random, confusing YouTube tutorials with a structured lesson plan, complete with hours of detailed video lessons, downloadable project plans, and access to our exclusive support community.
Here's what you'll master:
- Essential tool selection and safe tool usage
- Reading and understanding woodworking plans
- Fundamental joinery techniques
- Choosing the right wood for your projects
- Professional finishing methods
- Avoiding costly beginner mistakes
This course is perfect for busy beginners who want practical woodworking skills without the fluff and pretense.
I'm Ready!What's Included In Jumpstart Your Woodworking?
MODULE 1
Getting Started & Outfitting Your Shop
One of the hardest parts of getting started woodworking is sifting through the mountains of tools and gadgets to figure out which ones you actually need.
Thankfully, over my 10 years of woodworking, I've figured out exactly what you need to get started and, to kick off the course, we'll go over my essential tools list, including videos on:
- Power tools & accessories
- Measuring, marking & clamping
- Dust collection & safety
We'll also talk about the importance of PPE, as well as some shop safety basics, so you can get started using those new power tools safely.
Video Runtime: 34 minutes
MODULE 2
Your First Project, The Jumpstart Workbench
Every woodworker needs a good workbench, but figuring out which workbench to build can be a challenge. My "Jumpstart Workbench" can be built in a few days and, during the build, you’ll learn how to:
- Break down lumber safely and efficiently
- Create half lap and through-dowel joinery
- Cut large sheet goods into square parts
- Build cabinets and install drawers
You’ll finish this module with a bombproof workbench that'll serve you well for years to come.
Video Runtime: 2 hours and 30 minutes
MODULE 3
Your Second Project, The Modern Coffee Table
With your workbench built, now it's time to move on to a real furniture project, this modern coffee table. We'll kick things up a notch in this lesson, and you’ll learn how to :
- Make and install hardwood edge banding
- Cut dado and rabbet joinery on the table saw
- Make router templates for integrated drawer pulls
- Apply a high quality, professional finish without fancy equipment
You’ll finish this module with a beautiful, functional coffee table that'll be the envy of your friends and family.
Video Runtime: TBD
MODULE 4
What To Build Next To Progress Your Woodworking
With two projects under your belt, it's time to flex your creative muscles and plan your next project. In this course, you’ll learn how to:
- Select projects that match your skill level
- Lay out project dimensions, based on real world examples
- Design projects in SketchUp, a 3D modeling software
You’ll finish this course with a strong grasp on basic woodworking principles and the ability to continue your woodworking journey for years to come.
Video Runtime: TBD
NICE TO MEET YOU
I'm Johnny Brooke
Hi, I'm Johnny and I'm a woodworker, or at least I play one on YouTube. I started right where you are, as a complete noob, over 10 years ago, knowing next to nothing about building stuff.
Back in 2015, my wife and I moved from a small apartment into our first house, complete with a big garage and next to no furniture. After getting a major case of stick shock from shopping for furniture, I decided I could figure this out and build what we needed for way cheaper. That's what we all say, right?
I don't think I saved any money, but I did find a hobby that became a complete obsession. A little while later, I took my hobby full time, building custom furniture for clients and making YouTube videos as Crafted Workshop, and the rest, as they say, is history.
In that time, I've helped millions of people learn woodworking with my YouTube videos, but I've always want to go deeper, rather than cutting my videos short to appease the YouTube algorithm.
Enter Crafted Academy and my first course, Jumpstart Your Woodworking! With this course and my future courses, I hope to inspire people to get off their phone or computer, get out into their garage, and get dusty.
Don't just take my word for it...
"Your video is what all other ones are measured against. You are well spoken and easy to understand. It was a pleasure learning from you and I learned a lot."
- @victorsmith2635
"I have been a home woodworker for 30 years, and have never seen such a great teaching video. You go from start to finish teaching. I have learned a lot!"
- @malingehring165
"You are quite gifted. You are able to articulate so well as you skillfully navigate through the making."
- @radchander
What Makes This Course Different?
- 🛠️ No Fancy Tools Required: Pure, practical woodworking skills without the need for expensive tools
- 🎥 Step-by-Step Video Instruction, including hours of high quality, HD content for each project
- 📐 Detailed, Downloadable Project Plans, including materials lists, cutting diagrams, and SketchUp 3D Models
- 💬 Access to the Exclusive Crafted Academy Community, where you can get project support, meet other makers, live chat and more
Hurry! Our 50% off Early Access sale ends soon!
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BECOME A BETTER WOODWORKER TODAY!
Jumpstart Your Woodworking
This course is in early access until June 23. The price is reduced by 50% while I wrap up the coffee table build series. Grab it at the cheapest price it'll ever be now!
14-DAY MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE
Try the Jumpstart Your Woodworking course risk free! If you aren’t satisfied with the course within the first 14 days. we'll give you a full refund.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What If I Don't Take This Course?
You might be thinking you can learn the information in this course elsewhere, and that's absolutely true. That said, it'll mean hours of sifting through YouTube videos, books, and PDFs, along with costly trial and error in the shop. Think about the time and energy you'd save by following the advice of someone who's been woodworking full time for almost a decade. If you want to save time and money getting started on your woodworking journey, sign up today!
I'm ready to become a better woodworker!