✔ DiResta leather Back Pack

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[@jtweito]

This could be one of the greatest tips making a bag I've ever seen. I have never considered doing a mold as such, and wrapping around a box. That's such an awesome tip

[@jimmydiresta]

Thank you !!!

[@sotirisl.6561]

+jimmydiresta Amazing handmade back pack!!I admire your skills and patience!Mr. Diresta... you are the best! Many greetings from Greece!

[@davidloyal9448]

Im a huge fan, I listen to the podcast religiously, and watch every video you have, plus your friend's vids. I am not a troll, I am a recent veteran who now does leatherwork for the US Military on a daily basis as a contractor. I am impressed with you use of a plane to "tame" the edges; very cool idea that I will use in the future! I do have a suggestion for your future of leather working... if you backstitch a few stitches, it is much stronger than tying a knot. knots tend to slip eventually, where the friction of the backstitch is usually a bit better. this can be improved by "taping off" the stitch, by gently tapping the stitches with a polished (or not) hammer to shrink the punch holes around the thread. also, some of the heavy wear sections could use a rivet! copper or brass, just something mechanical to hold over time. I learn from you on a daily basis with your efficient ways of "knocking it out" in a classy way....thanks for the content! gotta go...dog's chewing on my DIRESTA pencil!

[@capnskustomworks]

And folks wonder why good work costs real money! What an amazing display of craftsmanship, as always... Keep on showing the world what beautiful handcrafted goods are all about, brethren!!!

[@BruceAUlrich]

I love how you left the front flap with that irregular shape. When I saw it, I was hoping you would do that. Looks great!

[@Rapidpanda1st]

I swear I learn a new trick with every one of your videos. Thanks for making these for us all!

[@juanrivero8]

You get so many comments mine will probably get lost in the noise. However, here goes: as you browse through flea markets and even antique stores, you will occasionally come across the type of sewing machine called a "Harness Sewing Machine" which were made to stich horse harnesses. They will go through leather like a regular sewing machine goes through cloth. Failing that, a sailmaker's sewing machine is very powerful. And probably more flexible. Either one would have saved you a lot of time and hence, money. I do my stiches the way you do. But I don't do it for a living. And I have a stiching awl which, once you learn it, is also faster than lacing up the way you did. A fine video as usual.

[@channingpinkerton5284]

You are correct to an extent sir. However, hand stiching is much more durable. A machine uses a lock stitch that can come loose if one of the threads are damaged. hand sewing is less likely to do that and is more easly repaird. There are books written by Al Stolman that cover basic hand sewing and why it is better. Also, with practice and a sewing awl it goes much faster.

[@juanrivero8]

Good points.

[@rockhoggaming]

Jimmy I want to thank you for doing what you do. You've been a huge inspiration for me. Back in middle school I had a class called Tech Ed.. We did lots of woodworking in that and I forgot how much I loved it. I started a Material Science class at the beginning of the semester because of your videos. We haven't done a lot of woodworking, but your videos helped me a lot. I really appreciate it. Keep up the amazing work!

[@jimmydiresta]

Thank you !!

[@davemoreno4323]

You amaze and inspire me. In central Texas I do carpentry work, bee keeping etc. I do the weird jobs nobody wants to tackle. I watch your stuff and just am amazed how versatile you are. Mr DiResta thank you

[@SeanHodgins]

Kind of looks like one of those WW2 radio backpacks.

[@-Sean_]

Just missing an antennae.

[@SallowKyn]

I love it. I've made a bunch of bags from leather and never thought to use the natural shape of the hide's edge as a design element. Brilliant.

[@MarcSchaefermeyer]

The multi use of the straps was unexpected. Always forward thinking!

[@dongorham2893]

I love that the flap has that organic flow. Also the versatility of carry with the additional handle/strap binder. The homemade hasp helped me work out some intentions for some of my future projects.

[@nomansland4811]

Jimmy has the patience of a saint. That hand sewing was tedious I'm sure.

[@matthewsbernier]

I have a backpack that I rarely use because the straps dig into my armpits. I was inspired by your metal crossbar holding the straps closer together at the top, and I sewed one on to my pack. It no longer cuts into my armpits; it's perfect now. Thank you!

[@WoodByWright]

One can never have enough little squeeze clamps!

[@warpman74]

That's really nice but wow, what a lot of work, I'm totally exhausted after watching all that stiching!

[@warpman74]

*stitching

[@blank5390]

+warpman74 Rudeness bro. Maybe he thought he put that ( t) in there.

[@warpman74]

I wasn't being rude, I was complimenting the impressive amount of work he put into it.

[@blank5390]

+warpman74 Oops, my apologies. I think I clicked on you by mistake..sorry!

[@warpman74]

+Deryl james Ok, no worries man.

[@doluseb]

now make it 1/4 of the size and women will pay 2k+ for it.

[@rune9864]

True though.

[@dylanchristman739]

Rune 😆😆its true

[@skysub7499]

doluseb ok good enjoy the cash bro!!!!!!

[@unperrier5998]

Better to buy a lot of noname chinese handbags and spray them with DIRESTA :)

[@bmw5050]

perfect size case for the next Iphone

[@kieth4078]

lol

[@GeneralSeptem]

+ivan m Or an XBOX.

[@bozkurt158]

Comment of the month : )

[@hebiennousnsommespasdanslm6452]

Sorry i dont buy that shit brand

[@Geeksmithing]

Reminds me of an old WWII era radio backpack! :) I love the live-edge flap!

[@jimmydiresta]

Yes !! Inspiration.

[@guywhelan4966]

The Diresta Bug Out Bag! And people thought your EDC was crazy before. I love watching the progression as you learn new stuff. Sometimes I want to yell at my computer 'cause that not how I would have done it, but you always get through it and it ends up looking beautiful. Thanks for the show!

[@weldingtipsandtricks]

I like it Jimmy! and the latch gave me a few ideas

[@jimmydiresta]

Thank you brother!!

[@pkinpa6778]

i actually watched my dad use the same method to make tool holsters for his favorite woodworking tools.. he did them for hand tools and power tools..Thanks Jimmy

[@sakfful]

I have a Q... Your wife has a tattoo of DiResta (in) on her body?...

[@jimmydiresta]

No

[@sakfful]

Thank for the answer... Have a good weekend.

[@BIGBANG46]

+sakfful lol

[@sakfful]

Pradipta Putra What?...

[@WhiteReconcista]

+sakfful lol only brand

[@t_rendis]

It is so satisfying to watch your videos, you have something for everything and I believe that everyone could watch you craft forever, and it's almost disappointing when it ends...

[@cryptomnesiac]

you didn't put you name on it until 15:37 do better next time.

[@xeno126]

+cryptomnesiac lol

[@ericjx]

+cryptomnesiac and after he grabs it (at the end) it appears on the table.

[@giraffewithtattoos2770]

I wondered at what point he was going to brand his logo onto every panel, a la a cattle brand. The fact that it's on the inside rather the sides and face stunned me.

[@lydiadunnivan194]

+Giraffe with tattoos I'm pretty sure he just puts his name on most things in his videos so his videos can't be stolen/reposted. It'd be impossible for someone to try to claim anyone but "Diresta" made these videos lol

[@David-wg7ub]

+Lydia Dunnivan that's exactly why he said it on another video

[@Troy_Campbell]

Awesome project, I have been interested in leather work for awhile and I learned a few things from this video. Thanks for sharing your talent.

[@izzyswan]

Awesome man, always something cool going on inside that head of yours!

[@ابوعمر-ذ2ع]

mr. diresta when i see you work i feel you the greatest in the world thankyou

[@shanedrake2]

looks like an adult version of the back packs the kids here in Japan use!

[@NornerNlhoutbewerking]

Although not woodworking this might be one of your greatest videos (so far of course, you just keeps improving). There was a ton of awesome tips in this video. Small stuff like clamping the straightedge to the table to the forming of the leather and wrapping it around. A straight up and honest "thank you" Jimmy for everything you teach us.

[@espenjohansen8074]

+Norner Houtbewerking I find leatherworking to be just as impressive, if not more so, than woodworking, so don't care too much about it not beeing woodworking ;) The main problem with leatherworking is that it demands a whole new set of tools. But I agree with you :)

[@epicman23478]

The real question is, how many mini clamps does Jimmy own?

[@wurkhardnomuny]

+Clifton Clendenen yeah i want to know the same

[@rys0nic]

+Clifton Clendenen 42

[@rys0nic]

+Clifton Clendenen (that was a guess)

[@Hirobian]

+Clifton Clendenen As many as he needs. :^)

[@ahungarianbutler6344]

many have tried to find out... none know for sure

[@akabillyba]

I don't even have the words to begin to describe the awesomeness of this project. Over-the-top amazing Jimmy.

[@Lookinformemarbles]

One thing I learnt from watching his videos is Clamps. Buy more Clamps! Never enough...

[@knivesstuff]

+Lookinformemarbles If you think you have enough clamps, you are wrong! Can't have enough of them. :)

[@marceaton3128]

No words for this one Jimmy, you are the man the myth the legend. DiRESTA!!!

[@Djoodibooti]

Them: "Who are you wearing?" Me: "Jimmy." Them: "Choo?!" Me: "No, Diresta." Them: "I've never heard of them." Me: "Well let me show you some of his videos........." *Three hours later* Them: "Well...... um......" Me: "Yep."

[@snostalgics]

Victoria Pichon a good old style backpack, if i had the money and the tools to do it, god damn me if i didn't do it

[@DIYModernTwins]

Awesome, Jimmy. Thanks for showing the close ups of the stitch!

[@dpmakestuff]

To get the voice over version just support Jimmy on Patreon. Totally worth it!!! www.patreon.com/diresta

[@samaker4]

Great build. some cool tips there. I like the way you treat the leather like you would wood.

[@GregsGarage]

20,000 stiches later... :D Hopefully spike will get to ride to and from the shop in there.

[@utkanf]

DiResta EDC is about to get way bigger. Another top notch build Jimmy. Thanks for sharing

[@WilliamLutesMaker]

So now I have to make an orange rubber shoulder bag !!!! #blamediresta

[@jimmydiresta]

👊🏼👊🏼💥😆😆😆

[@adamali7835]

That cover flap is messed couldn't you have shaped it out or somet

[@anthonystdennis]

No way man, I love the fact that the cover flap has a natural edge. It contrasts nicely with the clean edges found everywhere else on the backpack. I hope we get to see this again a few years down the road when the leather softens and patinas... I'll bet it looks awesome!

[@badmanno.1650]

+Adam Ali agree with you

[@Ja_nein_philleicht]

+Anthony St. Dennis yes sir... This will be a beautiful piece once worn anf torn up a little... 👏🏼

[@protect.your.digits.creations]

Now I know where all the tiny spring clamps are !!! Great Job Jimmy. Always learning . Protect your DIGITS

[@colossalbreacker]

i need to stop procrastinating ...

[@royalrod_]

colossalbreacker Me too. I'm about to get into those "How it's made" videos in a sec

[@JoeWeekley]

Truly beautiful. Amazing work! Watching you stitch the pieces together was very interesting.

[@MattDiresta]

love it

[@francisbarnett]

love the end sequence reveal, sweet job.

[@Engin09TR]

Next up: DiResta Hydrogen Bomb

[@GeekBuildersNet]

Every one of your videos is the start of a new making addiction for me. Beautiful work!

[@Ollaris]

haaaa? who the f has push the thumbs down button? I can't believe there are people who don't enjoyed this?

[@goldcryptdavid]

Ollari's they hit the dislike instead of like on accident

[@brentgarrison1307]

I've been intimidated by leather for a while now; you make it look incredibly easy. Thanks for sharing your experience with all of us.

[@AliAl-Faesly]

wow really noice but it is kinda too boxy

[@Crowborn]

it will lose some boxyness after being worn, right?

[@Dizzykitty817]

The bottom might sag a bit, but he reinforced the top. Unless I missed the step where he finished the leather, the bag isnt water proof, so once it rains it will loose the shape its holding, except for the top.

[@Thabzzz]

@@Dizzykitty817 it's not for actual use. It's just a show piece a proof of concept if you will. It's just going to sit somewhere inside as an example of his work

[@Dizzykitty817]

​@@Thabzzz People wanted to know if it will hold it's shape after use, and I gave an answer based on how it was constructed. Whether this particular backpack saw use or not doesnt change the fact that the bottom would start to lose it's shape if it were to be used.

[@SuperiorEtchworx]

Nice build Jimmy. I like the use of the wood stitching form. It came in really handy throughout the build. When you are finishing the stitching , try back stitching 2 or 3 stitches instead of tying a knot. You will get a neater appearance and a more secure finish. The knot can wear away causing your stitches to fail. I like the catch that you made and the natural edge to the flap.

[@vanzbiker]

So the real question is: Jimmy, is there anything you CAN'T make? :p

[@golferdude23]

You just know that the back pack is going to look better and better as it gets used.

[@omegalord]

Arrgh hand sewing. The longest part of making leather things. /*grows several beards*/

[@JimFUno]

as always, your work is inspiring. thanks for all the great ideas. I did lots of leather work as a kid , but it has been quite a few years. I think I'll do a few more projects after seeing this video.

[@Venge94]

ugly but cool, i bet in 10 years of use it will look even better :)

[@HentaiNat]

agree, but that's subjective.

[@p4p4_12]

the leather delicately being sliced through with the Stanley knife, it is a symphony to my ears...

[@FunWithWoodworking]

I miss your sign videos.

[@jimmydiresta]

More to come !!

[@jimmydiresta]

More to come !!

[@eneasadiku9836]

More to come !!

[@eneasadiku9836]

More to come !!

[@eneasadiku9836]

More to come !!

[@neoqueto]

Man, Jimmy doesn't fuck around with his techniques! Massive props

[@menteausenteprops]

to soften the leather, just water or warm water?

[@OriginalPhilWinklo]

+MAking Props The water was just to mold the side gussets. After it dried, the leather would have been harder than before he soaked it but retained the shape of the mold he had built. Generally: the hotter the water, the harder the leather becomes afterward. (Hence, leather armor was often made from boiled leather.)

[@bokatadosev2995]

Yes

[@castertroy6347]

+MAking Props For softening leather i do believe you have to use some type of leather oil. Otherwise it will dry and be harder than before like Mr. Props said. Wetting leather is also how you make it form or somewhat mold to a shape.

[@matthewmarting3623]

I like neatsfoot oil for softening leather, but any leather conditioner will work. Fleibings tends to make good stuff.

[@buddybellwether2188]

+MAking Props Warm would be best, but cold water will soften it too (just not as quickly). Just make sure to treat it with conditioner when done.

[@Alanbataar]

Nice product! I especially like the convertible strap. I made a matching pair of leather courier bags for my wife and I about 15 years ago using similar construction methods. The only thing I did differently was to add a drop of CA (crazy) glue to the knots of the stitching to keep them from coming undone. I've recently discovered your channel, and have been enjoying it quite a bit!

[@jimmydiresta]

+Alan Lapp thank you for looking !!!

[@farerse]

nice work , except for the assymetric front flap

[@davsato]

farerse yeah I don't get that either. tell everyone it's supposed to be India?

[@easymedia7988]

farerse women come with front flaps... I like it

[@stephanhall5295]

Its a custom backpack he left the form of the flap as it was on the hide. The point is to show that it is "special". If you want something symmetric and ordinary go a shop and buy some plastic .

[@DancinStyles]

Jimmy, that thing you did with the straps would be the perfect photo bag system ! it permit you to both take a heavy configuration (without hurting yourself, because it's a backpack) and have it easily reachable when you're on a good spot (because it's also a mesenger bag !) Insanely great work ! (as usual actually)

[@zipdedoda6532]

Great craftsmanship.Ugly bag.

[@mvieke]

A block plane to even the edges! Brilliant!

[@J4cko999]

You need to put yoga in it

[@J4cko999]

Yoda*

[@lawrencegoralski3029]

+Mark Jackson That wasnt on purpose was it?

[@robjohnson1138]

Another beautiful piece of work. My neck and shoulders ache just thinking about being hunched over doing all that threadwork!

[@beeseebee_]

I gave thumbs up for the hard work and great video. but nope... I'm not feeling this project. who would want that rigid cube bag?

[@ivanboy5242]

I would fucking wear that every day

[@RavnosRavenous]

i just love watching you work man. kinda like watching bob ross paint.. watching something emerge out of nothing is always awesome to watch. the day you manage to work in "happy little tree's" i will probably explode.

[@mrdabeetle1]

Get yourself some hand chisel pliers. It makes a cleaner and straighter stitch line on both pieces of leather when you are making the gussets. Great closure hardware. Thanks for sharing your work!

[@Pudding9221]

I just found your channel. I can't even think of words to express my impressions. These videos are so fun and satisfying to watch while I can't do any of these things. Keep up the work, lots of love from Belgium

[@jimmydiresta]

Thank you !!!

[@tummy_fritters]

Very innovative. I like how you kept the rough edge for the flap. I would picnic out of that all day

[@kickyourmum]

love the convertible straps and latch. can imagine this looking incredible after a few years worth of use and ageing!

[@michaelhauck3588]

Beautiful level of craftsmanship, as always!

[@mountainmanmcclory2976]

How could someone unlike anything this man creates?? 10/10 A+ every time.✌️

[@45calshooter]

I like the fact that each in each video you bring in different material. Keep up the awesome work.

[@joeduffy9764]

Only just come across this one! Still amazes me how you make everything you make look so effortless!! Brill

[@thatstofunny1111]

Someone is going to have an awesome, 1 off bag that looks like it'll last a lifetime!! Great job and thanks for all of the awesome videos. Your a true inspiration.

[@goldcryptdavid]

im 14 and have never been in a workshop environment like this or made anything like this or have much interest in making things like this, i just like the noises it makes when it goes super fast

[@anway1953]

Very Nice Jimmy. reminds me of the handsewn Catalog Cases salesmen used to use back in the 1960-70's I used to sell in an office Supply Store I worked at.

[@wolfpoker]

Awesome project Jimmy, for some reason I pictured a kid going to school with one of these back in the 70-80s :P

[@luigikasillaz]

omg.... I couldn't live without that backpack. I love it

[@Notfast86]

I like how you just swooped it in the end 😂 🛂🎒💨💨💨....I always learn something from your builds, great work

[@donhenley9798]

The most surprising bit to me was the block plane to soften the edges of the leather. That's the kind of technique that evolves in a cluttered shop that doesn't necessarily happen in a more organized one. Clutter breeds creativity.

[@74twistedshovel]

You just convinced me to try doing the leatherwork on a 1942 Harley seat pan. Thank you!!!!!!

[@leemcgann6470]

Another fantastic project!!! I have watched & greatly you since you did the tv show!!!! You are a true artist!

[@tompritch56]

Reminds me of the days I worked in shoe repair hand sewing penny loafers. That business taught me much.

[@WildmanTech]

I never get tired of watching you work!

[@mobilow]

great video, was surprized how easy it looks. great trick with the moulding, I will try to make something out of leather soon !

[@stefanstefanescu5723]

Old school back pack. I really like it! Keep up the good work..." i am watching you"!

[@Fordop87]

Now that's a man purse! I like the raw edge on the flap and that you made the hardware. Good stuff Jimmy.

[@wvclassiclincoln1324]

Jimmy D you are still amazing my friend. Don't ever stop doing what you do.

[@craftman780]

I love it! It has a simple, yet stylish DIY look to it. The last bit (Changed from a backpack to a staual) I was not expecting. Great job, Jimmy!

[@lucianonarno1408]

The strap system is brilliant! Great video Jimmy.

[@Courtneycheech]

that is a very cool pack!...I like how you left the natural shape of the edge of the hide on the flap....you have lots of real estate for tooling....like on the straps or even on the large panels....also maybe dye it with an all in one dye that gives it an antiqued look....Tandy has one called acorn brown that would look bad ass!...any way excellent job! that's a lot of painful sewing...I've done a lot of sheaths and holsters....a pair of leather flip flops once but not a pack....props!

[@blackceazar1]

I can almost bet the stitching was the worst. At least it was for me when I did my blanket chest. Very nice Jimmy! I'm always in WOW when I watch your work.

[@Kraflanglanopstuv]

You never cease to fascinate, Jimmy!

[@RichardVissers]

only you Jimmy could make sewing look so amazing!

[@MikeMerzke]

Awesome job Jimmy! Leather work is something I definitely want to add to the materials I work with