Hey there, Hive friends! It's your favorite newbie blogger, @itsmejustine, back with another exciting chapter.My dad, a carpenter extraordinaire, recently finished a project that blew me away: a gorgeous double-decker table made of rich Porchena wood. Watching him work was seriously inspiring. Seeing that raw wood become something so beautiful and useful was incredible. It's way more than just a table; it's a total testament to his skill and hard work.
The whole thing started when my neighbor – I call her "Auntie" – asked my mom for help. Her Lola was having trouble with their old table; it was too small and gave her backaches. Given my father's expertise as a carpenter and his 9 years of experience, auntie thought he'd be the perfect person to create a new table for her mother.
My dad's not just a carpenter; he's a passionate one. He came home with a huge pile of Porchena – seriously sturdy stuff – from work, practically buzzing with excitement to start. Porchena's known for being super durable and gorgeous, perfect for this table.
Saturday morning, he gathered his tools – nails, wood (obviously!), a hammer, an L-square, and a measuring tape. He explained what each tool did and how important they were to making a really good table. Like, the nails hold everything together, and the measuring tape makes sure everything's perfectly sized.
Watching him work was amazing. He was so precise making the legs – super sturdy and perfectly balanced. At first, I thought one piece of wood for a leg wouldn't be enough, but he totally proved me wrong. He's seriously talented.
Next, he put together the tabletop. He chose the wood pieces so carefully, and the way he put it all together was incredible. The finished top was breathtaking – I seriously couldn't believe how beautiful it looked. I almost didn't want to give it away!
He added a support piece to one side to make it even stronger. Mom even gave him some tuba (coconut wine) to keep him going. It was pretty funny watching him work, fueled by tuba!
After an hour, I thought he was done, but nope! He added another layer, making it a double-decker. His creativity just blew me away. The finished table was stunning; I couldn't wait to see the buyer's face.
When it was finally ready, Dad got it ready for delivery – and guess what? Free shipping! I was shocked how heavy it was when I helped lift it, but totally worth it. Seriously amazing.
My dad's an amazing carpenter – seriously, he's an artist! It's not just his skill, it's the heart he puts into every piece that makes it special. His pure dedication and passion. He's the best dad, and watching him build it was incredible. So excited to share this!
Check it out – the finished masterpiece: a gorgeous double-decker table, built with love by my amazing dad. It's way more than a table; it's a symbol of his dedication and a reminder of how awesome our family is.
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I am glad your dad was able to make that table. No matter what you do in life, do it with passion and I think your dad has it. I would love to see a table like this in my grandma's and my home. It would be really useful.
Have a nice one,
@bemier
This was such an enjoyable read, not just because of the final product, but because of how you told the story. Your dad's dedication really came through, especially in the way he added that second layer — not because he had to, but because he wanted it to be even better. That kind of pride in one's craft is rare and admirable. You also did a great job showing the step-by-step process without making it feel technical or dragging. Honestly, if you keep sharing projects like this, I’d love to see a side-by-side of the plans and final product next time — could be a fun way to highlight the transformation even more!
Woowowww thanks 🫶
This story reminds me of my father, who is also capable of doing these things. My father is not a carpenter, but based on my observations, he can also handle tasks like this and help us immediately when we need him, just like when he helped us with our hard projects before.
Woowwwwww. That's why I salute all the fathers who can do everything for their children.
Wow. It looks so nice. I have tried making a table since we had a shop in school before. So, it's our project.