From firefighter to woodworker, and was inspired by his father, Patrick Jérôme

Patrick Jérôme specializes in small projects using reclaimed wood.

Patrick Jérôme is a French-Canadian firefighter and self-taught woodworker from northeastern Ontario.

After serving in the military and transitioning to firefighting, he turned to woodworking as a creative and therapeutic outlet.

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 shared about:

• Patrick’s deeper dive into woodworking began when he researched how to build a longboard (skateboard).
• His content focuses on short, engaging clips that highlight the process without wasting viewers’ time—often using fast-forwarded motion and natural tool sounds for added sensory appeal.
• Patrick emphasizes that woodworking is more about passion than perfection, and the community thrives on sharing, not competing.