The DIY Not Podcast

Inspired by his father’s hands-on craftsmanship and fueled by the mental clarity woodworking brought him, Patrick Jérôme.


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Patrick Jérôme is a French-Canadian firefighter and self-taught woodworker from northeastern Ontario. Inspired by his father and childhood experiences building forts in the forest, Patrick developed a deep appreciation for hands-on work. ⁣ After serving in the military and transitioning to firefighting, he turned to woodworking as a creative and therapeutic outlet. In 2016, Patrick began sharing his woodworking journey on social media, combining craftsmanship with visually satisfying, music-driven videos. ⁣ His content quickly gained popularity—most notably from a viral video cleaning glue with a straw—leading to a loyal following under the name Rêverie Woodworks. Patrick specializes in small projects using reclaimed wood, often incorporating techniques like Shou Sugi Ban. 

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