DiResta Leather Tab & Slot

[@patricktdonovan]

Love it when you and Taylor do the Voiceovers together...Love the communication and the back and forth.

[@JayDoscher]

Came here to say the same- awesome video.

[@stevestikihutable]

Taylor’s lack of accent, highlights Jimmy’s “sawwhere” (taxicab accent?) She has a great voice for radio.

[@patricktdonovan]

@@stevestikihutable She's from Chicagoland, the "accent" used/sought for most newscasters.

[@drewt3210]

100% Feels much more insightful into the behind the scenes thought process. It's definitely more educational for the viewer.

[@FrenchGuyCooking]

You and Taylor talking all things Making, that's just a great recipe for a podcast.

[@Tom-sm3tq]

I would listen to that

[@Doesin]

Oui

[@bdl91983]

Steve and Chad have a podcast

[@ranjdall]

I’d listen

[@karsynmathew5401]

Sorry to be so off topic but does someone know of a way to log back into an Instagram account?? I somehow forgot the account password. I would love any assistance you can offer me.

[@RolfMikkelson]

To expand upon Taylor's idea of holes on the end of the tabs, you could stich a piece of leather cord through the holes after assembly to provide an even more secure connection...

[@AHustleIsLikeASideOfFries]

I think her idea for the holes was more for ease of assembly, she mentioned being able to pull the tabs the remaining way through the slot if the little bit that goes through first has a hole to hook with a tool. In fact, I think the other side of that very Harbor Freight 'engine scriber' has a hooked end. Was also thinking of ways to make that seam more durable. Like a running stitch through each tab end, some glue in the tab-slot joint, etc. Honestly I bet just sewing something like this together would ultimately be easier, this is probably more of a can-it-be-done-well kind of idea. Not better, but clever and different.

[@maximus-2307]

I was writing exactly that, snake trough holes inside and done. Nice looking from the outside and inside is secure from opening

[@robshamel3210]

I actually th Taylor was going to say that...

[@RolfMikkelson]

@@AHustleIsLikeASideOfFries I agree that Taylor's suggestion is to ease assembly. My suggestion is to use the same holes to make it less likely to fall apart in the long run...

[@ronaldkearn3322]

That is a good idea. I have two large belts that fun machinery from my John Deere Tractors. The belts have steel clips in which a thick piece off Beef gut holds them together. Very strong.

[@MJ-nb1qn]

I like hearing Taylor’s comments. Please join in more! Thanks. Nice leather work.

[@imthejaybird]

I really enjoyed the voice over with both you and Taylor. It’s helpful to hear you talk through your design process and trial/error. I like the design a lot! It’s new and different.

[@aquamarine0317]

I showed this in my preenineering classroom today because it's an AMAZING real life work flow example of the design process which is EXACTLY what they're working on. It was so cool to watch them make connections as you moved through the iterations of your design!

[@thomascollins72]

I like the conversation with Taylor.

[@GreenShortzDIY]

Loved seeing the iteration. The bigger tabs have a nicer presence. Nice to have Taylor’s presence in the VO as well. :-)

[@aaronmattia8998]

Good stuff. At first impression, I wasn’t sure, but when I got a hold of it and could feel the strength of the seam in my hand, I was blown away yet again by the possibilities inherent in leather as a product and medium for creativity. Every leather class or book I’ve read emphasizes glue and stitching, so I found myself locked into a traditional thought process. I love seeing new techniques of construction that open the doors.

[@ALisMedium]

Aaron. It would be fun to see you do a follow up video stress testing the seams.

[@tree_carcass_mangler]

Aaron - thanks for this input; I was wondering about that.

[@joshsmith4488]

I really love that you show the process. Letting people know that even someone as talented and knowledgeable as you are, has to use a process. Thanks

[@40drawers99]

That was great, good reminder that iteration is the key! Loved to hear the back and forth between the two of you and to hear Taylors take on it.

[@tracybowling97]

I like the old looking leather. It reminds me of the old west. Another great idea. The protection aspect of the object you're going to put in it is the best part.

[@torinhalsey6313]

Awesome project, so organic how it evolved. LOVE hearing Taylor and you talk through the various iterations.

[@TheGarageEngineer]

Great project. Thanks for sharing. I know showing iterations to people can be nerve racking. Taylor had some great insite. I'm glad she joined you. It was a good conversation.

[@GregsGarage]

Always a process, never a direct line! Thanks for allowing us to spend a little time inside your head while this design developed.

[@jimmydiresta]

Thank you greg 🙏🏼

[@williamsfamilycrafts5227]

Watching this project evolve was a wonderful lesson. The playful voiceover and your cats in the workshop is always a wonderful addition. Lots of fun!

[@TheTgranber]

I really like how you two narrate together. I like the rythm and conversational tone. More of this please! Have a great week!

[@aaroncashion7570]

Love watching you develop products Jimmy. Great to have Taylor on as well. Final version is a winner.

[@captaincrash80]

So glad you had Taylor's input on the video

[@77martinv]

Realy like the dual cast voiceover talking through the design process. And great project result. Well done.

[@MichaelNatrin]

Love the back & forth VO. Great build. More junior next time please.

[@danthemakerman]

Such a cool idea it feels like there is room for a lot of variation in the tabs and finished look of the seam.

[@dannyjepp985]

Your videos are great at "show, not tell", but the VO videos are my favorite. Helps remind me that even those who know what they're doing are still trying to problem solve along the way.

[@Ssssshhhhh1885]

Fantastic Jimmy. Love this idea. Looks beautiful. Awesome to hear Taylor as well. Nice touch.

[@heyimamaker]

I love this format with Taylor’s feedback, nice one Jimmy!

[@DerGreve]

Thanks for the voice over! It's very helpful to see the way the design changed.

[@PaulMeyette]

Nice to hear Taylor's creative input. Good insights.

[@eckyeckypikang]

Really dig this design. Feels like a solid, timeless, all-purpose carrier from an old-school design that fits the modem world beautifully. Your ability to create them with one piece of hardware is what really sets it off for me.

[@GlassImpressions]

I love this style of video Jimmy! The back and forth commentary is awesome

[@WoodenCreationz]

It's fun hearing Taylor on this one!! Great vid Jimmy!!

[@msullivan7836]

More taylor, please. The dialogue was great. Well done!

[@nwbwoodworks]

Nice to hear you both doing the voice over. Definitely adds to the video!

[@KaYem_inc]

Never stop evolving.

[@BYLEAN1207]

It was beautifully done. I love the work/ technique and the comments with Taylor.

[@cptmrgans]

loved watching this evolve! Also, really loved the conversational element with you and Taylor, it really added to it.

[@BoomerKeith1]

The larger tabs really work as a design element too! Really like that final version! Also really liked he joint commentary with Taylor! Good stuff Jimmy. Thank YOU!

[@rockypergin2216]

The complexity of layout and simplicity of look! Very cool 😎

[@silverss396chevelle]

I hope you read this comment. Jimmy this is perhaps my favorite video voice over ever. The raw banter back and forth taught me more than all the videos I have ever watched. Thank you thank you thank you.

[@jimmydiresta]

⚡️🙏🏼

[@samaker4]

This is a fantastic build and great video Jimmy. It makes me want to do some more leather builds. I love the interaction with you and Taylor, it really takes the video to another dimension. I hope to hear more of this style of voiceover.

[@jimmydiresta]

🙏🏼⚡️🤘🏻

[@franktaccetta784]

Very nice idea Jimmy. I especially enjoyed the commentary between you and Taylor.

[@alibronx2112]

Nice one buddy! Classic jimmy diresta style, keep up the good work!

[@olivepressdesign]

The best part about video is hearing how you’re both so lovely, nice and appreciative towards one another!!! ❤️

[@elliotstokes6134]

I LOOOOOOVE the format of this video! So interesting and captivating listening to you and Taylor riff on ideas and hear Taylor's input on the leather craft!! More of these PLEASE!!! Would even be cool to see a little floating head of you guys while you're narrating 😊🙏

[@ericstoever9577]

Thanks for sharing the evolution of the thought process. Be well, stay safe and take good care.

[@markdmaker3173]

Awesome video! I really enjoy seeing how your ideas evolve. Really nice to hear Taylor have some input on the leather as well, wonderful balance.

[@tjkoker]

I have a 100 watt desktop laser arriving from China June 9th. After break in, this will be my first project. Great video, Jimmy. Cheers.

[@garagemonkeysan]

Nice video, love the banter with Taylor. Iteration process is super interesting. The threadless weave technique is genius! Mahalo for sharing! : )

[@stanleyshostak2737]

Great voice over work with the two of you talking things through!

[@parkerwonser]

Diresta you are wonderfully creative. Your thinking inspires me

[@sgsax]

I like it! Gives the edge a woven kind of look. Very cool idea. Thanks for sharing!

[@jasonautry24]

Love hearing from Taylor!

[@03BigBear]

Love this style with you two commentating throughout the video. ALOHA 🌈🤙🏽 from Hawai’i

[@davebauerart]

So cool to see the design process on this. The alternating tabs final result looks great.

[@hisfantor]

love that video format with you and Taylor

[@MCsCreations]

Fantastic work, Jimmy! Really beautiful bags!!! 😃 Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@garthbutton699]

I'm just watching in awe this laser technology on leather is so cool.Thanks Jimmy and Taylor🤗🤗

[@winstonlopez6117]

Been really liking all these leather videos Jimmy has been doing. Those leather cases look professional cool idea. I would buy 1.

[@LaBizounerie]

Really enjoyed the "making of" vibe of this one! It was nice listening to you guys bouncing ideas around! 🙂

[@andyworks5428]

Great video. Nice to hear Taylor's, she has a lovely voice. I need to learn to experiment and refine. I always get mad when something doesn't go perfect the first time.

[@rockypergin2216]

Love Simplicity and the complexity of it!

[@robshamel3210]

Loved the voice over duet... Thanks for sharing! Oh, the product is great too.

[@improziv]

Great overview of the development process. So interesting. Thank you for sharing! Beautiful result too.

[@JoshuaRes]

So cool! I was wondering what the project was after the podcast, makes total sense now.

[@AaronBelknap]

Those are so nice. I love leather work! I'd be proud to have that! I love the machine you're using. I may have to go back and see what you got. Great video! I love the back and forth with you two!

[@ALisMedium]

Nicely done Jimmy! If Taylor likes your work, you know you've done good. :)

[@cwaldrip]

Those are really nice. The small fingers would be nice for tablets, the large fingers nice for laptops. Wish I had a laser cutter.

[@kschleic9053]

Look at K40 clone lasers on ebay/amazon. Not as powerful as what is used here, but crazy cheap and they can do good work with a little tuning and care

[@Eralen00]

You could make something like this with just a needle and thread, maybe a stitching chisel. It would be more durable anyway.

[@maxadrian]

Form and Function. Really beautiful. This could be really beautiful as a upholstery detail.

[@isaacplaysbass8568]

Awesome concept, and really liked the discussion/chatty style with Taylor. I was really looking forward to seeing this after you mentioned it on one of the podcasts.

[@stefanitadio6236]

Very cool watching the iterations develop. I know you said getting the tabs into the slots wasn't easy but to watch it was very satisfying.

[@SteveC38]

That's a really great look Jimmy.

[@ianvolker2751]

Really enjoyed the design of the tab and slot! Seems like it has a ton of applications!! I think I would be a really nice detail on a wallet/ biker sized wallet! Also enjoyed hearing Taylor's thoughts on your project. Well done.

[@ValerioFanelli]

Taylor, what a voice!!!

[@DavidBishopinc]

Great video. Really liked the combined voice over.

[@samueladams7064]

Looks great. I used a similar technique in the past to create wrap around insulators for electronics. It was similar to your arrow profile, but the arrow was then split through the middle with a 3mm gap, the material was thin and fairly rigid so the split allowed the profile to overlap its self as you pushed it through...

[@SchysCraftCo.]

Very nice design there Jimmy. Very nice idea for a project. Keep up the great craftsmanship and hard work Jimmy. Can't wait to see ur next videos. Keep Making. God Bless.

[@CHANGO.THE.UNFORTUNATE]

That was one of the most enjoyable and insightful video I’ve watched in a while

[@catgynt9148]

Interesting study of tab loop connections. Loved your furry product quality supervisor(s). Thanks for sharing this video. Wishing you and your a blessed new year filled with peace, prosperity, health and happiness. Greetings from NE Ohio.

[@FishCristodius]

Jimmy super idea! Greatings from Poland! ❤

[@juliangoulding]

Love the voice over. Real and conversational which is nice. You should try filet the bottom corner of the tabs and it might make it look wavey down the side. Kinda like it was woven.

[@TrevorHigginsDustysqueak]

Nice iteration. You’re brilliant Taylor. (You too Jimmy.)

[@philipdaley368]

WANT! Awesome work as usual Jimmy!

[@wjim5510]

I believe a protective layer of contact paper on the leather minimizes the laser burn. I have seen this done in shoe making. Beautiful piece.

[@timcoombe7880]

Very nice, and great proof of concept. All I need now is a laser cutter...

[@DanteYewToob]

The dark leather cuts worse because it absorbs heat and burns. Light colored leather absorbs much less heat. The trick is the color of the leather, notice you said the ones that cut badly were all black or dark grey. Hope this helps. Try to remember that a laser is a heat source, it's burning through.

[@albertolopez4842]

sigo pensando que ese libro es uno de tus trabajos más bonitos, Jimmy, un hombre del renacimiento en el siglo XXl, fantástico!

[@413DaveRN]

Hearing you and Taylor talk through this process was very cool.

[@yellowmuginc]

Such a great concept, even cleaner and smarter than I had previously seen...and so good with you and Taylor giving us the voiceover 🙏🏻💚🙏🏻

[@amilcarmoncada1801]

Excellent DiResta Leather Tab & Slot, my respect from Venezuela.💯👍🤘👏

[@GeneSimonalle]

Hey Taylor! Good to hear you on the voiceover. Nice job Jimmy. 🤠❤🔥

[@monkeydreammonkeydo6612]

Love the back and forth with you and Taylor. More please :) Great iteration and process video. The design is wonderful. Mulling how to use it with paper/cardboard and my makercamp.

[@mrpogueman]

Love this format!

[@nickbohme2287]

Love the VoiceOver

[@guywpacot754]

DaVinci would say that was pure genius!

[@sportsman1824]

I do not work with leather but I enjoyed your creative process.

[@kloco1217]

The genie of the flaps!

[@TwistedTwineWoodworking]

Really enjoyed this project video! Appreciate all the insight

[@molegrip3860]

Cheers Jimmy - Happy Sunday ;)

[@scotttovey]

Hmm; I didn't even know I wanted to do some leather work with my new 30 watt laser cutter burner. Thanks Jimmy.

[@AHustleIsLikeASideOfFries]

The final ones are awesome, love the meatiness of the interwoven tabs. The proportions seem perfect. It reminds me of a zipper. I wonder if, like a zipper, the tabs could be tweaked to go into the slots easily at an angle, but hold firm when in the final orientation? Then again, could make the 'seam' weaker and less stiff.

[@loufaiella3354]

great job...never disappointed!