DiResta Leather Bound Journal

[@wattyWatlington]

So apparently you made more of these and sold them. My wife bought me one for my birthday and it’s amazing. Love being able to go back and watch the video on how it’s made. Thanks for all you do. Long time fan!!!

[@oldschoolengineer58]

A masterpiece and Object of Beauty. What a superb video. Items like this don't belong in the world of today, its all throw away crap and apps for your phone! Thanks for sharing

[@CC_farm]

The talent this guy has is astonishing. Attending one of his classes is on my short list.

[@billbaggins]

" Discovered in early 2876, the Diresta Journal has fascinated archaeologists and designers for hundreds of years. Considered by many to be the finest example of pre-dystopian craftsmen, his ideas and methods continue to baffle modern science"

[@Batti2323]

"Pre-dystopian Craftsman" - now there's a title I could be proud of.

[@sjv6598]

The pencil in the mouth trick for tying knots is genius.

[@PaulMeyette]

This isn't the first book I've seen you make, but I love watching the process. Seriously, it's like watching an episode of "How It's Made" or something. This is something we never really see. Plus these days it's all automated anyway. Thanks for the education, and the amazing project. LOVE it!

[@brianmcguigan127]

Mr DiResta sir, you are a pure genius. I am hooked on your video's, keep up the great work. Greetings from Ireland ☘🇮🇪

[@whazee]

No surprise to me that Jimmy would also have lovely handwriting! 😍

[@DavidPlass]

He's an artist (among other skills)

[@matthewstott7765]

Wow, I just learned more about leather work in this video than I have in a few years of messing around in my shop. The shoulder plane to skive the book fold is genius! Thank you!

[@1959ticktock]

Vintage Diresta. His hands are just a little more gnarled than before.

[@jbratt]

I learn best when things are not over explained. Silent Jimmy is a great teacher. Thanks Jimmy.

[@MJ-nb1qn]

Great job Mr. Diresta. As a young man I worked at a custom book bindery. They had several mature lady’s that hand bound, and restored, rare and precious book. I use to watch them with admiration for their fine hand work. I swear, you must have been watching these ladies also. Your work is near identical. Thank you for the video and the trip down memory lane.

[@mickscrafts]

Priceless work of art! My great grandfather was a book maker in the early 1850s in Scotland. I now have the utmost respect forwhat he did and wish I had one of his. This is truly an art form. The closest I will ever come is wrapping a journal from the dollar tree store with some leather from my old “hippy days” pants! Thank you so much.

[@purrosleukos253]

The courage and confidence you give others, to have a go at creating something to treasure, is immeasurable and for that gift I thank you.

[@DWPLANCE]

Mesmerizing workmanship!! Thanks Jimmy!!

[@KALLAMITY2288]

So much respect and love for your work Jimmy

[@TC-bz9dz]

you never stop to amaze us with your multiple talents and beautiful work!

[@carlwhite8225]

Jimmy, I have followed your channel for a long time and you finally showed something I can do other than machining and metalwork, My grandmother did that as a hobby when i was a kid and i got all her presses etc when she passed. Great job and grandma would approve.

[@wayneburba9457]

I am going to show this to my 10 yr. old granddaughter. She is very interested, but having her see the work going into this and how things get done,is beyond me saying thank you to you for your talents.

[@thesplinteredfinger]

Beautiful! Jimmy, it looks like this is all you have done all your life, such finesse! Never seen a book assembled.

[@lobos342]

I love watching your videos. You inspire me to create things.

[@maxadrian]

Another great demo. Thanks for demystifying the process. Really appreciate your videos. Thanks.

[@charlesfree4247]

Awesome work! You nail it everytime. Thanks for sharing.

[@InformationIsTheEdge]

"My Inventions and Evil Intentions" I could not love the title more! Right now that means the future but, 30 years from now it could also be a look back. Very cool!

[@relevant.c5411]

yea, tribulation is on the horizon and entertaining evil is good idea.

[@InformationIsTheEdge]

@@relevant.c5411 Tribulation? What tribulation?

[@vladimirpoutine4140]

@@InformationIsTheEdge It's someone who has gone off the deep end. Pay no mind to it.

[@InformationIsTheEdge]

@@vladimirpoutine4140 Thanks for the heads up!

[@MJ-nb1qn]

He had to do it for the verisimilitude!

[@CarlManson1983]

TBH, this was far more interesting that I thought it would be. Thanks for sharing, Jimmy.

[@patrickretsel7048]

You never let us down......you make everything look so easy!

[@TheCHRISCaPWN]

Every time! Jimmy nails it every single time. I'm always amazed at your work. 👍

[@AoWDeadEnd]

Jimmy, you never cease to impress and educate me.

[@njrworkshop]

Classic DiResta. The foam block to prop up the signatures is a great idea.

[@curm1778]

I just got a Diresta icepick for Christmas from my wife. Best. Gift. Ever.

[@mav191179]

A man of many talents and great evil ideas love watching your videos, from your friends in england

[@SimonMurrayPhuket]

That is gorgeous! You made the whole process look so simple and something we can all try - I am inspired! Thank you for all your hard work and sharing your content, craftmanship and skills with us.

[@jimmydiresta]

Simon Murray thank you ☺️

[@Thundermuffin93]

The first vid of yours I ever watched was your black leather journal; I looked it up to make a book for my fiance. Happy to say Ive been watching you ever since. Your videos have been a huge inspiration in my life and started me down a road of learning here on KZbin I am so grateful for. Thanks Jimmy.

[@magnusek3966]

Torn between watching all your videos right here in the sofa or go do some project of my own, you make it look too easy Jimmy, keep up the good work!

[@HardToCatchTwice]

You have so many talents. I am mso damn impressed with all you can do! If I had your skills, I would spend 24/7 in a workshop just creating things. I've watched tons of your videos for many years and you always impress me! Keep up the good work, and never stop creating!

[@trik2o]

Wow Diresta's secret diary and burn book...amazing work!

[@PhilippeLaHaye]

Wow again! Not a word spoken but this video is clear, entertaining and instructive.

[@Xquisitink]

Jimmy, thank you for this video. I am recovering from back surgery and can't work in the shop and it has been driving me crazy. Seeing this video reminded me I have what I need to do some bookbinding and scratch that makers itch. Thank you for saving my sanity. That is an awsome book great job on that.

[@jimmydiresta]

Get well soon 🙏🏼👊🏼👊🏼

[@Xquisitink]

jimmydiresta Will do. Thank you.

[@mikeparsonscc]

So many interesting techniques in this video! Always wondered but never looked into it. Thanks for always helping me learn, Jimmy 👌👌👍

[@marcsowers1392]

That was a lot of fun to watch. Great work Jimmy!

[@DicitAmos]

Very nice. Love this 'old school' Diresta! Be sure to try making something like this.. Thanks Jimmy!

[@mi_mo_vi5890]

the best master I've seen! I’ve been with you for a long time and you’ve never made one badly !!! Once again You are the best master!

[@jimmydiresta]

mi_mo_vi _ 🤟🏼🙏🏼👊🏼

[@molegrip3860]

What an excellent video ! Cheers Jimmy & thanks for sharing.

[@MaxMakerChannel]

Very cool! I was waiting for you to cut the edges off flush with a giant knife.

[@nicolasguilbert8885]

what Jimmy Diresta can't do: NOTHING !!! Greatings from Belgium

[@aurelijusap]

i like how you can see improved work flow in gluing up the second red paper.

[@springwoodcottage4248]

Bravo! Beautiful, Practical & Unique. So lovely to see the linen strips, another gift from our friend the Flax plant, those stunning red swirls of the end covers & all the practical technology making a stunningly attractive repository of knowledge that can last for centuries. More than all of that was the inspiration & instilled certainty that the only thing stopping me from doing something similar is inertia & I need to break free & do things. Thanks for sharing!

[@SRP3TOR]

I have remembered my school days. Thank you. Good job.

[@LucasDirkx]

Thanks for another year of inspiring videos

[@sgsax]

Yet another matter class. I need to attend one of these in person sometime. Thanks for sharing!

[@GregsGarage]

Paper... Found on the streets of New York!!! I'm really digging the paisley.

[@hindicover5532]

This guy is a genius!! I love his videos! I also admire the patience he has. Just the thought of folding all that paper and ive given up already.

[@saginawdan]

Thank you for everything Jimmy!!!

[@thewookie09]

So awesome. Your book binding stuff has really inspired me. Based on previous videos I made my wife a hand written book. She was blown away. Thanks for making and sharing. Love the leather incorporation as well. I’d like to made a sleeve for my MacBook that has a pocket that is molded to for the charger block.

[@clydedecker765]

In the past I did some binding repairs - poorly. I looked into the field and realized I wasn't ever going to actually do it as a profession and turned away because it extremely difficult and time consuming with some specialized equipment requirements and loads of skill. Thanks Jimmy for showing just the basics.. Great job.

[@CiceroMonteiro]

The funny thing about Jimmy's projects is that it doesn't look like he will nicely finish them, but in the end everything comes together perfectly. It gives me inspiration to try new projects. Thanks Jimmy.

[@AngieWilliamsDesigns]

Your skills and talents always amaze me. This is a beautiful journal.

[@shawnbeckner5882]

Hey jimmy youve been my favorite maker for about 7 or 8 years now. Its pretty cool to see youve come this far. Keep up the good work.

[@stanleyshostak2737]

That was cool. I worked in the reference library in college. One of my jobs was binding repair. I worked with what we had on hand. It wasn’t conservation work. I was always fascinated with how books were put together. Over the years I read about it and watched some videos. However this is the best quick overall how it’s made kind of video I have ever seen. You always make great videos! Thanks

[@jimmydiresta]

Stanley Shostak thank you 👊🏼👊🏼👊🏼

[@BeeCom-2000]

Man, you deserve a Guinness price of... Best of the best

[@mkfpv130]

Would love to see this video again with possibly hand made paper!!? Awesome video! Amazing craftsmanship!

[@WeeGeordie]

REALLY nice work, and very impressive video. Thank you!

[@ynkfish85]

Wow, just... wow. This is not just a book, it's a peace of art. I'd be scared to write in it.

[@madebyconnor7763]

I’ve always wanted to bind a book, but I’ve always been intimidated by it. You’ve made it look quite doable!!! I’ll have to give it a go!

[@justindobbs2906]

Your videos never disappoint. Thank you for all of the awesome and unique content. One day that book will be worth millions 😉

[@sdbigguy]

I love watching you work. I saw you on ‘Making it” and you make it seem like a person can make anything they want with the right guide/mentor and the drive. Thank you so much for sharing!

[@BCM1959]

You have an amazingly versatile skill set.

[@DillonNichols]

All your projects are amazing, but this one is extra captivating

[@MB-zj3er]

30 more tools and I'm making my own! Nice work. 👍

[@jjparsons]

Well that leaves only one thing left to do. Once I see a video of you making pancakes I will be thoroughly convinced you have done/ can do errrrrrrrthing!!!!! Once again there I was sucked into the void of watching a true artisan at work!!!! Nicely done, yet once again, sir!!!!

[@alasdairmackenzie515]

Wonderful!! So that's how books are made...

[@davehatzakorzian6994]

Jimmy I just want to say watching your work is just breathtaking, everything you do I enjoy watching you are so talented and I've actually learned a lot from watching you. I very much enjoy your videos, please keep up the great work and have a happy holidays

[@jimmydiresta]

Dave Hatzakorzian thank you dave!👊🏼👊🏼

[@cliveoldfield9904]

Nothing like an old skool Jimmy D style vid, 👌

[@enderwiggin2856]

I've binge watched most of your vids and this is, by far, the coolest thing you've made (IMO). Well done sir. It's given me ideas for future gifts for friends and family.

[@TheBaltazarGabka]

Świetna praca introligatorska. Nigdy w sumie nie widziałem jak się to robi. Pozdrawiam

[@ScrewsAndTools]

Jimmy! It's amazing work! I need this one)

[@celt1954]

What a wonderful journal......I know it will be filled quickly

[@RonaldoBagaRonnie]

I love that for my sketchbook! Very beautiful piece of art!

[@georgeboyer8158]

A real first class job, top shelf so to speak.

[@MCsCreations]

Fantastic work, Jimmy... And you make it looks like an easy thing to do! 😃 Beautiful!

[@Curtis-Randall]

Excelent work Jimmy! I really enjoyed your process and final result.

[@cesargonzalez755]

Felicitaciones... Geniales todos tus trabajos. Saludos desde Argentina.

[@FrankWatsonIII]

Thank you for your videos, they are always inspiring and they also help me perform day to day meticulous tasks I'd thought I'd never have to use in the automotive industry. I do miss your old show with your brother making pool tables or oversized chess boards XD

[@LKS-1976]

Beautiful work. Gonna patina nicely.

[@yonapereira4843]

Muy bueno . . Siempre miró tus videos..muy detallista y prolijo saludos desde Argentina

[@darrenwright9619]

That is a thing of beauty! I’ve been bookbinding for a while and I’ve made quite a few notebooks, even one that was double sided, one that closed with a wraparound cover with rare earth magnets in and I’ve even repaired an old mechanics notebook that was my grandads. Your videos have helped me immensely. I’ll see you again at Makers Central, brother 👊🏼

[@damienbrand9422]

Beautiful work Jimmy!!

[@birdbandit9]

Man, this is so awesome! You're an inspiration, sir.

[@flavianekellyflavinha1836]

Tudo que você faz é lindo ... Quem me dera um livro desses ! Rsrs .. 😀 abraços do Brasil 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷💗😍 love your vídeos!

[@reforzar]

Mouth pencil clamp! Never thought to use a shoulder plane on leather. Love it!

[@Brendan945]

One of those most beautiful things ive seen you make.

[@Gollammeister]

Beautiful creation as always

[@sapelesteve]

That was awesome Jimmy! I would use that to keep track of Inventions that I am never going to come up with! I think................. :)

[@bbrachman]

Interesting how you glue the end pages right to the leather cover. I thought there would be some kind of cardboard or paper stiffiner in between. It seems to work. Love the new invention. 'The pencil/mouth clamp'. Great idea embossing with the CNC machine. Most of these videos have great ideas.

[@woodenhead8887]

Some people can build stuff with wood, some people with metal...Jimmy?, he builds anything with anything. Very cool Jimmy.

[@IsaKocoglu]

I lucking fove it! Absolutely beautiful!

[@mankimstudio]

Its WOW. You verry best talent. Lithuania love you Jimmy

[@russellwatkins7805]

Jimmy! Stunning, as always.

[@BC-bf1fq]

Good stuff Jimmy. Keep up the good work.