I used the torch and hot glue tip as well as the canned air cooling tip last night on a project and thought Damn Jimmy is a genius. I love these videos they make my life so much easier.
The great man speaks YAY! The best thing about watching Jimmy DiResta is that he has not only shown me some great techniques (I know he doesn't usually speak but if you watch his videos carefully you'll learn) but has immeasurably improved my problem solving thought process. Much Love Jimmy.
Yes! More of these. This is the entire point of apprenticeship as far as I am concerned. The idea of working with people who have more practical experience than you is that they can show you the "tips and tricks" that are only gained after hours and hours of hands on experience. These tips are going to save someone, at some point, hours of aggravation. Thanks Jimmy! (and Dave!)
I love the idea of this series and so I thought I'd give you one I learned from an old German millwright while working at a Ski Resort. He taught me to use school board chalk on my files before using them, especially if I was to be filing aluminum. Made cleaning the buggers out with a wire brush a breeze and I've nigh thrown out a file since, I have fifteen year old files that cut like the day they were made, and because of the tip I stopped buying throw away files and investing in decent ones that are a pleasure to use like a good plane on wood instead of the disposable crap. Just rub the chalk on your file and when you're done take a wire brush to it. It's not something that needs constant doing, just chalk it, use it, clean it, and put it away.
I am super excited to see more of these videos. I am a computer programmer by trade and so I am just getting into woodworking and fabrication. It's unlikely I would run into these tips myself, there are just things you pick up over the years. Having somebody to watch to jump start my knowledge is invaluable. Thanks for taking the time to pass this stuff along.
Hot glue also works great as small 'rubber' feet on objects. Cut off a small disc from the glue stick, heat one end with a lighter and affix to the bottom of your piece. I use this for the bases of uneven sculptures, bowls and objects for display. Excellent video!
This is a fantastic idea, Jimmy. I'm sure I'm not the only subscriber who watches your channel for not only what you're making, but just as importantly, HOW you make it. Quick little videos highlighting the Diresta ingenuity will be well received I'm sure.
As a newbie to woodworking I appreciate the tips I've found on your site. While sometimes I like trial and error it's nice to learn from someone who has been there before. Steve Ramsey was my first inspiration to woodworking, but you've become my second. After a long day teaching I love to putter around with my tools, so thank you again!
Thanks Jimmy, I have now used almost all of these tips over the past 18 months! Trust you to give us "why didn't we think of that" moments in every video!
I've gotta say that you never cease to amaze me with the amount of creativity you possess. Both myself and my wife always look forward to viewing your videos when they are uploaded. Thanks for sharing Jimmy and greetings from Atlanta!
Peter, he had spoken before in his previous shows: Dirty Money and Hammered. I think that he may had spoken during some of his build but it's in high speed.
airwolf28 Oh, I know that. I was just making a point! He mentioned on his podcast that he was going to start making these videos. I was just excited to see one!
Here's another tip for quickly gluing cables: Most cables have a natural twist to them (ethernet, stranded power cord, many others). When pushing the cable onto the bit of fresh hot glue on the surface, make sure you go at the same angle that the cable's twist pushes it to, so that the cable itself is pushing against the surface onto the glue. Move your feeding hand further along the cable to grab the next spot (keep pressure on the cable so that it doesn't come loose from the glue), spot the next bit of glue and continue. Using this method there is no waiting at all, you can go as fast as you are able to manipulate the cable with one hand.
I have built hundreds of draws and never once thought of using hot glue to hold the face on.. no more clamps for me for that process.. HELL of a tip Thanks Just goes to show that no matter what you know you can always learn something new!!
Taught me a load of tips, thanks Jimmy. Here is a tip for you. If you need to shape Aluminium sheet, rub soap on it before heating with a blowtorch. When the soap turns black you know the metal is heated enough.
On a serious note, thank you for the tips! Keep them coming. You are super creative and have well rounded skills in woodworking and metalworking. I loves me some DiResta!
Great tips! I've used hot glue in situations where there was a need for speed, but never even thought to go ahead and use it in combo with wood glue. I've always just done one or the other.....but will do both now! I have also used compressed air via my blow-gun to cool it, but will toss a can of electronics cleaner in my toolbox for when away from the shop. Excellent idea for a series of videos.
Every one of your videos is awesome. Very informative as well as inspiring. I love the lighted sign videos that are tin, like the Crown Royal sign. Inspires me to try and make one for a neighborhood eatery. Thank you for all your help and tips.
A few more: 1. IPA (isopropyl alcohol, rubbing alcohol) release hot glue joints easily, dab on the edges and they pop off 2. Hot glue into heatshrink both shrinks the tube and makes a watertight seal, good for wiring and stuff. 3. You can buy freeze sprays for plumbing, I think you get more juice than a duster 5. When you nearly run out of glue, stick the next stick on to the current one to prevent feeding issues
Hey Jimmy. I made the suggestion on your Reddit AMA and your TH-cam's discussion page for this type of video and I'm super happy to see that you're following through with it. Amazing work man, glad that we can partake in the massive amount of experience and knowledge you've amassed over the years. Thanks again.
I think it'd be really interesting to see more of these videos. Your work is awesome, and it is always cool when you're in front of the camera talking about what you're doing, or giving tips.
Very usefull tips, Jimmy! At 3:22 when you said: "Spike is gonna help..", I crossed my fingers for spike. I saw him hotglued to the ceiling in my mind. ;-) I am looking forward to the next "Jimmy Tips". Greetings, Daniel.
Man this so cool. You doing these quick bids. I also wanted to tell you how you have inspired me. And how you also have helped me to think outside the box. You're the greatest jimmy
Thanks Jimmy, you are without a doubt, one of a kind my friend. I always took wood-shop classes back in school; wish I would've taken metal-shop once or twice, Lol... Even though I am a bigger in the true sense of the word, I still love watching your videos and tips. The metal work is amazing. Keep it comimg brother!!! Best Regards, JJG
As always, thanks for the great tips and clear presentation! For de-bonding hot glue, I have also found that a few drops of ordinary rubbing alcohol allows you to peel most pieces apart.
Jimmy, all of the tips are awesome, and new to me. I hadn't used hot glue in the past because I didn't know what it would do. Thank you for making aware of the possibles.
Great video Jimmy. I was hoping you would come out with something like this ever since I saw you pouring liquid out of an old soup can. You had bent the edge to make a small lip or spout and I was blown away by how simple and effective that was. Keep them coming!
there´s another one which helped me a lot - put some hot glue on the end of the next gluestick you want to use and then glue it to the one which is in the hot glue gun - no more fiddlin around when reloading the glue gun
I was waiting for you to say something about the dangers of spraying the can upside down and I'm very happy you did. I love this series by the way, keep em coming!
I used the torch and hot glue tip as well as the canned air cooling tip last night on a project and thought Damn Jimmy is a genius. I love these videos they make my life so much easier.
A guy who can make just about anything and loves animals is a great combination. I enjoy watching your videos, learned much from them. Thanks.
The great man speaks YAY! The best thing about watching Jimmy DiResta is that he has not only shown me some great techniques (I know he doesn't usually speak but if you watch his videos carefully you'll learn) but has immeasurably improved my problem solving thought process. Much Love Jimmy.
Yes! More of these. This is the entire point of apprenticeship as far as I am concerned. The idea of working with people who have more practical experience than you is that they can show you the "tips and tricks" that are only gained after hours and hours of hands on experience. These tips are going to save someone, at some point, hours of aggravation. Thanks Jimmy! (and Dave!)
Awesome Jimmy. I'm looking forward to more.
I love the idea of this series and so I thought I'd give you one I learned from an old German millwright while working at a Ski Resort. He taught me to use school board chalk on my files before using them, especially if I was to be filing aluminum. Made cleaning the buggers out with a wire brush a breeze and I've nigh thrown out a file since, I have fifteen year old files that cut like the day they were made, and because of the tip I stopped buying throw away files and investing in decent ones that are a pleasure to use like a good plane on wood instead of the disposable crap. Just rub the chalk on your file and when you're done take a wire brush to it. It's not something that needs constant doing, just chalk it, use it, clean it, and put it away.
ill keep this in mind when i do the file and grinding episode tx brother !
I am super excited to see more of these videos. I am a computer programmer by trade and so I am just getting into woodworking and fabrication. It's unlikely I would run into these tips myself, there are just things you pick up over the years. Having somebody to watch to jump start my knowledge is invaluable. Thanks for taking the time to pass this stuff along.
Hot glue also works great as small 'rubber' feet on objects. Cut off a small disc from the glue stick, heat one end with a lighter and affix to the bottom of your piece. I use this for the bases of uneven sculptures, bowls and objects for display.
Excellent video!
Thank you Diresta. I've learned more in the past 2 months of your videos than I've learned in 37 years
This is a fantastic idea, Jimmy. I'm sure I'm not the only subscriber who watches your channel for not only what you're making, but just as importantly, HOW you make it. Quick little videos highlighting the Diresta ingenuity will be well received I'm sure.
As a newbie to woodworking I appreciate the tips I've found on your site. While sometimes I like trial and error it's nice to learn from someone who has been there before. Steve Ramsey was my first inspiration to woodworking, but you've become my second. After a long day teaching I love to putter around with my tools, so thank you again!
More Jimmy! More! I like this your idea of tips video! Looking forward for more of those! Thumbs up!
Thanks Jimmy, I have now used almost all of these tips over the past 18 months! Trust you to give us "why didn't we think of that" moments in every video!
I've gotta say that you never cease to amaze me with the amount of creativity you possess. Both myself and my wife always look forward to viewing your videos when they are uploaded. Thanks for sharing Jimmy and greetings from Atlanta!
You're talking?! Great tip Jimmy, love the new video ideas!
I know right? I am always surprised when he does!
Peter, he had spoken before in his previous shows: Dirty Money and Hammered. I think that he may had spoken during some of his build but it's in high speed.
airwolf28 Oh, I know that. I was just making a point! He mentioned on his podcast that he was going to start making these videos. I was just excited to see one!
I really do like his creation.. I found him when he was making that Storm Trooper helmet using foam. I am always looking forward for his next video..
Peter Brown He has a podcast? What does he talk about in it and what's the name of that?
Good stuff Jimmy. Never would have thought about cooling the glue.
jimmydiresta Is from another planet! He do this all the time there!....hahaha (This is a compliment ) =D
Good idea. when we don't have wood glue.
And I was about to give up on hot glue! Thanks for the thoughts on new ways to use it.
thank you Jay!
Great tips and a great idea for Thursday's Jimmy Tips. Look forward to the next one.
Thanks Jimmy. Good tips from the master "tipster" and trustworthy assistant Spike!
Here's another tip for quickly gluing cables:
Most cables have a natural twist to them (ethernet, stranded power cord, many others). When pushing the cable onto the bit of fresh hot glue on the surface, make sure you go at the same angle that the cable's twist pushes it to, so that the cable itself is pushing against the surface onto the glue. Move your feeding hand further along the cable to grab the next spot (keep pressure on the cable so that it doesn't come loose from the glue), spot the next bit of glue and continue. Using this method there is no waiting at all, you can go as fast as you are able to manipulate the cable with one hand.
He speaks! Looking forward to this series Jimmy, you have so much knowledge to share.
I have built hundreds of draws and never once thought of using hot glue to hold the face on.. no more clamps for me for that process.. HELL of a tip Thanks Just goes to show that no matter what you know you can always learn something new!!
Taught me a load of tips, thanks Jimmy. Here is a tip for you. If you need to shape Aluminium sheet, rub soap on it before heating with a blowtorch. When the soap turns black you know the metal is heated enough.
Right on Jimmy. Love this idea for a series. Love your videos and love your stuff. Thanks for producing.
Thanks for the tips Jimmy! This series is already awesome!
Now, we can "learn from the master".. Thanks Jimmy, great tips.
I'm sure these tips will help many people. It will be a great help. Thank you Jimmy. His Brazilian friend, Geraldo.
Love the new video series! Looking forward to more of these to come. Great work Jimmy.
On a serious note, thank you for the tips! Keep them coming. You are super creative and have well rounded skills in woodworking and metalworking. I loves me some DiResta!
Great Jimmy !!
Thanks a lot. And please...
Can't wait for more tips.
Thanks.
Great tips - and great new video series! Something else to look forward to on Thursdays...
Great tips!
I've used hot glue in situations where there was a need for speed, but never even thought to go ahead and use it in combo with wood glue. I've always just done one or the other.....but will do both now!
I have also used compressed air via my blow-gun to cool it, but will toss a can of electronics cleaner in my toolbox for when away from the shop.
Excellent idea for a series of videos.
Cool tips Jimmy. I like the one for breaking glue joints. Handy for taking stuff apart on the lathe.
Thanks Jimmy for sharing your extensive and very cool ideas......
Great idea!! jimmy diresta tips series
Cant wait untik your next video
Greetings to all the diresta family!
Jimmy,you're my mentor! GOD BLESS.
Im glad you decided to do something like this because your tricks are the best parts of your videos
Thanks Jimmy and Spike. Great tips.
Nice tips. Thanks for sharing. Nice to see Spike take an active role!
Wow. Thats a lot of great tips in 5 minutes. Thank You for sharing.
Every one of your videos is awesome. Very informative as well as inspiring. I love the lighted sign videos that are tin, like the Crown Royal sign. Inspires me to try and make one for a neighborhood eatery. Thank you for all your help and tips.
A few more:
1. IPA (isopropyl alcohol, rubbing alcohol) release hot glue joints easily, dab on the edges and they pop off
2. Hot glue into heatshrink both shrinks the tube and makes a watertight seal, good for wiring and stuff.
3. You can buy freeze sprays for plumbing, I think you get more juice than a duster
5. When you nearly run out of glue, stick the next stick on to the current one to prevent feeding issues
I was gonna mention 1,2, and 5 (where's 4? :p). They are great tricks. Especially the alcohol one.
halsoy I think it never existed and now it won't let me edit.
5 I've known since I got my first hot glue gun Im sure everyone knows it.
Josh Good for you.
Josh oh you would be suprised
Thank you Jimmy!!!! Can't wait for more! Loved the tips!!!
Very nice to know..I liked ALL your tips. Thanks for sharing..
Right on Jimmy, looking forward to more of these tip videos.
Some HOT tips and tricks. Worth STICKING to memory. Great job on explaining.
Good stuff.... The drawer fronts... GENIUS yet so simple lol just never thought of it
Excellent tips Jimmy, Looking forward to more in this series.
Hey Jimmy. I made the suggestion on your Reddit AMA and your TH-cam's discussion page for this type of video and I'm super happy to see that you're following through with it. Amazing work man, glad that we can partake in the massive amount of experience and knowledge you've amassed over the years.
Thanks again.
I think it'd be really interesting to see more of these videos. Your work is awesome, and it is always cool when you're in front of the camera talking about what you're doing, or giving tips.
12/05/23 These are my most watched videos on your channel. So many great Tips.
Jimmy your work is a piece of art !
Very usefull tips, Jimmy! At 3:22 when you said: "Spike is gonna help..", I crossed my fingers for spike. I saw him hotglued to the ceiling in my mind. ;-) I am looking forward to the next "Jimmy Tips". Greetings, Daniel.
Some very handy tips Jimmy. Thank you
Cheers
Mike
Awesome tips, can't wait for more. Thanks Jimmy
Muchas gracias. Me ha encantado el truco del frente de los cajones.
Thanks a lot. Love the drawer trick.
Desde Madrid, España (Madrid, Spain)
This is actually a good idea to do some videos like this. Its actually informative and gives someone a different way of approaching their projects.
Great stuff, as always. Thanks for posting. I'll keep that hot melt stuff around more now than in the past.
Man this so cool. You doing these quick bids. I also wanted to tell you how you have inspired me. And how you also have helped me to think outside the box. You're the greatest jimmy
Perfect idea for a video series! I see interesting ways of work in each of your videos. Thanks Jimmy!
Spike is the greatest! Love him included in your vidios! Keep on keeping on!!!!!!!!
Jimmy, Great tips. Never used hot glue in woodworking, but definitely see the advantage for quick holds.
Thanks Jimmy, you are without a doubt, one of a kind my friend. I always took wood-shop classes back in school; wish I would've taken metal-shop once or twice, Lol... Even though I am a bigger in the true sense of the word, I still love watching your videos and tips. The metal work is amazing. Keep it comimg brother!!!
Best Regards,
JJG
As always, thanks for the great tips and clear presentation! For de-bonding hot glue, I have also found that a few drops of ordinary rubbing alcohol allows you to peel most pieces apart.
Great tips Jimmy!Good to see you talking in your videos for a change!!
Thanks for this Jimmy! Looking forward to more of these!
I like the new "tips" series.... are very appreciated!
Jimmy, all of the tips are awesome, and new to me. I hadn't used hot glue in the past because I didn't know what it would do. Thank you for making aware of the possibles.
Awesome. Looking forward to this series. Diresta tricks how tos!
Fantastic, love your video's. The podcast you are doing is also great. Thanks for all your inspiration and insight...
Great video Jimmy. REALLY LOVED SEEING YOUR CAT, PLEASE INCLUDE THE CAT IN MORE VIDEOS PLEASE AND THANK YOU!
Thanks for sharing some tips and tricks. I like this addition to your channel.
Love the tips idea - picked up a few I never heard/thought of. Thank you! I enjoy the podcast and your videos. Thank you
Great video Jimmy. I was hoping you would come out with something like this ever since I saw you pouring liquid out of an old soup can. You had bent the edge to make a small lip or spout and I was blown away by how simple and effective that was. Keep them coming!
Nice and interesting series thanks for sharing your knowledge
there´s another one which helped me a lot - put some hot glue on the end of the next gluestick you want to use and then glue it to the one which is in the hot glue gun - no more fiddlin around when reloading the glue gun
Great tips! Love your Co-hort Spike!!
Hail to the professor! Thank u for this new series of video, cool and very useful.
Tips from DiResta? Only being in person could be better. Thank you Sir!
I was waiting for you to say something about the dangers of spraying the can upside down and I'm very happy you did. I love this series by the way, keep em coming!
So many "Why didn't I think of that?" moments. Loved it!
As usual, great ideas. thanks. Pam
Como sempre aprendendo muito com vocês. Obrigado e parabéns.
Very helpful! Looking forward to more
Great tips jimmydiresta - love your shop helper too
Great tips. I really enjoy watching all your videos.
Awesome video! Love the freon tips. Thanks!
I love the tip video idea, I can't wait for the next ones!
Love the new format, please keep them coming.
I love this Jimmy - what a great, and generous, series.
Looking forward to more!
interesting tips, and nice cat!
hot glue usages are endless...
It's nice to be able put a face and voice to the talent. Looking forward to the new series.
Great tips Jimmy! Thanks for sharing, I thing it will be very popular series of videos.
Greetings from UK
Karol
Wow jimmy these were really useful tips but I can't wait for more this is a great series.
Great video. You are an inspiration to me and to get tips from you is very exiting. Thanks!
Those are great tips. I'm looking forward to any future tips and tricks you have in your bag.
Great video! Thank You Jimmy!
Tek kelimeyle süper bir çalışma.Zeka,emek ve amaç birleşince harika işler çıkarılabiliniyor.Sağlıklı,başarılı çalışmalarınız daim olsun.
This was very useful - so thank you for realizing the need to share, look forward to seeing more!
And a shit load of people just went out and bought canned air and a hot glue.
Love these tips and tricks Jimmy!
Amazing Jimmy!! I can see this series is going to awesome to follow. Thanks for sharing!