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6:04
DiResta: DiResta's Leather Pants
by MAKE 27,981 views
In each bi-monthly episode of DiResta (every other Wednesday at 2pm PST), artist and master builder Jimmy DiResta (Dirty Money, Hammered, Against the Grain, Trash for Cash) lets us into his workshop, to look over his shoulder while he builds whatever strikes his fancy. On this episode of DiResta, Jimmy fashions himself a badass pair of leather-aproned work pants.
For Jimmy's notes, tools and materials lists, and sketchbook images, see the post on MAKE: http://wp.me/p22K2I-1fyt -
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6:00
DiResta: Bulletin Board
by MAKE 42,668 views
In each bi-monthly episode of DiResta (every other Wednesday at 2pm PT), artist and master builder Jimmy DiResta (Dirty Money, Hammered, Against the Grain, Trash for Cash) lets us into his workshop, to look over his shoulder while he builds whatever strikes his fancy. On this episode of DiResta, Jimmy makes a rustic bulletin board from salvaged (Dumpster-dived) lumber.
For more info on this video, tools, materials, sketchbook images, and Jimmy's notes on the build, check out this post on MAKE: http://blog.makezine.com/2013/03/06/diresta-rustic-bulletin-board/ -
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3:41
DiResta: Printing Press, Part 1
by MAKE 20,762 views
In each bi-monthly episode of DiResta (every other Wednesday at 2pm PT), artist and master builder Jimmy DiResta (Dirty Money, Hammered, Against the Grain, Trash for Cash) lets us into his workshop, to look over his shoulder while he builds whatever strikes his fancy. On this episode of DiResta, Jimmy begins his rescue and restoration of a classic Chandler and Price letterpress that has been rusting away outside of an upstate NY antique shop for decades.
For lists of materials, tool, and supplies, notebook sketches, and Jimmy's notes, see the post on MAKE: http://blog.makezine.com/2013/01/16/diresta-printing-press-part-1 -
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4:24
DiResta: Printing Press, Part 2
by MAKE 17,991 views
In each bi-monthly episode of DiResta (every other Wednesday at 2pm PT), artist and master builder Jimmy DiResta (Dirty Money, Hammered, Against the Grain, Trash for Cash) lets us into his workshop, to look over his shoulder while he builds whatever strikes his fancy. On this episode of DiResta, Jimmy continues his restoration of a classic Chandler and Price letterpress that he found rusting outside of an upstate NY antique shop.
See a tools and materials list and Jimmy's notes on the MAKE post for this article: http://wp.me/p22K2I-1aCM -
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5:07
DiResta: Reclaimed-Wood Table
by MAKE 58,601 views
In each bi-monthly episode of DiResta (every other Wednesday at 2pm PT), artist and master builder Jimmy DiResta (Dirty Money, Hammered, Against the Grain, Trash for Cash) lets us into his workshop, to look over his shoulder while he builds whatever strikes his fancy. On this episode of DiResta, Jimmy turns a pile of ancient 3x4s into a coffee table for a friend.
For more info on this video, tools, materials, sketchbook images, and Jimmy's notes on the build, check out this post on MAKE: http://wp.me/p22K2I-19b6 -
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5:52
DiResta: Tool Bag
by MAKE 41,555 views
In each bi-monthly episode of DiResta (every other Wednesday at 2pm PT), artist and master builder Jimmy DiResta (Dirty Money, Hammered, Against the Grain, Trash for Cash) lets us into his workshop, to look over his shoulder while he builds whatever strikes his fancy. On this episode of DiResta, Jimmy sews himself up a classic canvas and leather tool bag.
For lists of materials, tool, and supplies, notebook sketches, and Jimmy's notes, see the post on MAKE: http://blog.makezine.com/2013/01/02/diresta-tool-bag/ -
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5:09
DiResta: Wooden Lamp
by MAKE 29,126 views
In each bi-monthly episode of DiResta (every other Wednesday at 2pm PT), artist and master builder Jimmy DiResta (Dirty Money, Hammered, Against the Grain, Trash for Cash) lets us into his workshop, to look over his shoulder while he builds whatever strikes his fancy. On this episode of DiResta, which Jimmy shared with MAKE as a holiday bonus video, he remembers a wood bending technique he experimented with as a teen and creates this wonderful modern lamp as a result.
For lists of materials, tool, and supplies, notebook sketches, and Jimmy's notes, see the post on MAKE: http://blog.makezine.com/2012/12/19/diresta-wooden-lamp-bonus-video -
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3:17
DiResta: Junk Doors
by MAKE 33,167 views
On this episode of DiResta, Jimmy is asked by a friend to create something for an auction. Given that the friend runs an organization (filmbizrecycling.org) that facilitates the reuse/recycling of props from film and TV, Jimmy created a unique storage cabinet, "junk doors," using some of the junk drawer contents he found in her shop.
In each bi-monthly episode of DiResta (every other Wednesday at 2pm PT), artist and master builder Jimmy DiResta ("Dirty Money," "Hammered," "Against the Grain," "Trash for Cash") lets us into his workshop, to look over his shoulder while he builds whatever strikes his fancy.
More details on the build and Jimmy's notes here: http://blog.makezine.com/2012/10/31/diresta-junk-doors/ -
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5:57
DiResta: Hatchet
by MAKE 60,562 views
In each bi-monthly episode of DiResta (every other Wednesday at 2pm PT), artist and master builder Jimmy DiResta (Dirty Money, Hammered, Against the Grain, Trash for Cash) lets us into his workshop, to look over his shoulder while he builds whatever strikes his fancy. In this episode of DiResta, Jimmy has his way with an old hatchet and transforms it into a sweet little showpiece tool.
For supplies and materials lists, notebook sketches, and Jimmy's Notes, check out this page on MAKE: http://blog.makezine.com/2012/12/12/diresta-hatchet/ -
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7:31
DiResta: Stormtrooper Helmet
by MAKE 32,848 views
In this special Halloween episode of DiResta, Jimmy wields a slasher-worthy kitchen knife and goes all Norman Bates on a block of styro. When the carnage is over, he emerges with a sweet Star Wars stormtrooper helmet for Halloween. We suggest you might want to employ a slightly less murderous carving tool.
In each bi-monthly episode of DiResta (every other Wednesday at 2pm PT), artist and master builder Jimmy DiResta ("Dirty Money," "Hammered," "Against the Grain," "Trash for Cash") lets us into his workshop, to look over his shoulder while he builds whatever strikes his fancy.
More info on the build here: http://wp.me/p22K2I-11TV -
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3:10
DiResta: Heart Key
by MAKE 24,284 views
In this episode of DiResta, Jimmy gets all sentimental and makes a heart key for a particularly big-hearted friend.
In each bi-monthly episode of DiResta (every other Wednesday at 2pm PT), artist and master builder Jimmy DiResta ("Dirty Money," "Hammered," "Against the Grain," "Trash for Cash") lets us into his workshop, to look over his shoulder while he builds whatever strikes his fancy.
For more details on the build, check out the MAKE post: http://blog.makezine.com/2012/10/03/diresta-heart-ring/
And look for new episodes of DiResta every other Wednesday at 2pm Pacific/5pm Eastern. -
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9:34
DiResta: Car Tables
by MAKE 31,079 views
In each bi-monthly episode of DiResta (every other Wednesday at 2pm PT), artist and master builder Jimmy DiResta ("Dirty Money," "Hammered," "Against the Grain," "Trash for Cash") lets us into his workshop, to look over his shoulder while he builds whatever strikes his fancy. On this episode of DiResta, Jimmy speaks! And builds a couple of very unique car tables for a retail store.
You can see a parts and supplies list and read notes from Jimmy on the MAKE blog post:
http://blog.makezine.com/2012/11/28/diresta-car-tables/ -
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5:33
DiResta: Birch Slice Table
by MAKE 39,573 views
In each bi-monthly episode of DiResta (every other Wednesday at 2pm PT), artist and master builder Jimmy DiResta ("Dirty Money," "Hammered," "Against the Grain," "Trash for Cash") lets us into his workshop, to look over his shoulder while he builds whatever strikes his fancy. On this episode of DiResta, Jimmy turns some birch branch slices into a table.
Materials and supply lists and Jimmy's notes on the build here: http://blog.makezine.com/2012/11/14/diresta-slice-table/ -
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3:12
DiResta: Skull Ring
by MAKE 38,961 views
Jimmy wants a ring that makes an impression. Jimmy gets out the wax, a hobby knife, and a Dremel tool and sets to work.
In each bi-monthly episode of DiResta (every other Wednesday at 2pm PT), artist and master builder Jimmy DiResta ("Dirty Money," "Hammered," "Against the Grain," "Trash for Cash") lets us into his workshop, to look over his shoulder while he builds whatever strikes his fancy.
More details here: http://blog.makezine.com/2012/09/14/diresta-skull-ring/ -
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1:04:52
Maker Camp: Bookmaking with Jimmy DiResta
by MAKE
Week 6, Maker Monday at Maker Camp. Jimmy DiResta shows us how to put a book together just like bookbinders did back in the day.
Maker Camp, sponsored by MAKE magazine, was a virtual summer camp for teens, with a focus on creating, building, and discovering.From July 16th through August 24th, 2012, 30 awesome projects were made in 30 days, on Google+. Maker Camp is free and open to all.
Visit Makezine.com/maker-camp for more information.
Jimmy DiResta shows Maker Camp how to create a book from scratch. Tune into a live Hangout on Air to hear more about Jimmy's creative process- Monday, 8/20, at Noon PDT. http://g.co/maker-camp -
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5:19
Bookmaking with Jimmy DiResta
by MAKE 35,176 views
Jimmy DiResta shows Maker Camp how to create a book from scratch. Tune into a live Hangout on Air to hear more about Jimmy's creative process- Monday, 8/20, at Noon PDT. http://g.co/maker-camp
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3:37
DiResta: Slab Bench
by MAKE 75,918 views
Introducing "DiResta," a new video series on MAKE. In each episode, artist and master builder Jimmy DiResta (Dirty Money, Hammered, Against the Grain, Trash for Cash) will let us into his workshop, to look over his shoulder while he builds whatever strikes his fancy. In this episode, Jimmy finds a slab of locust wood at an upstate New York flea market and it instantly calls out "slab bench."
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6:00
DiResta: Styrene Box
by MAKE 25,230 views
In each bi-monthly episode of DiResta (every other Wednesday at 2pm PST), artist and master builder Jimmy DiResta (Dirty Money, Hammered, Against the Grain,Trash for Cash) lets us into his workshop, to look over his shoulder while he builds whatever strikes his fancy. On this episode of DiResta, Jimmy creates a protective tool case out of plastic stock.
For Jimmy's Notes, sketchbook images, tools and materials lists, see the post for this video on MAKE: http://blog.makezine.com/2013/03/20/diresta-styrene-box/
