Jimmy. Your creativity is off the charts with this project. From the video production through the silk screening. I hope you included the final cut to the customer and recorded the smile on their face when it's received.
You have reached an interesting point in your career where people who know your skills and interests can order something (like this box), and feel confident that the end product will be a unique "one-off" that meets their design criteria, just the way they imagined it would. I found the whole process fascinating, and especially enjoyed your narration. I imagine really successful architects, boat designers, interior decorators and chefs must have the same skills of (listening), tuning into their client's needs and wants, then translating it into the real world without changing the customer's vision too much because of costs or time constraints.
I found your page by accident many years ago . I've been fascinated with your talent ever since! I always tell my wife " if I was only half as good as DIResta "
Very cool box. I have an enormous garage at home that would make such a shop, if only I had the money to buy tools. You make me want to build things Jimmy. Thanks for all your videos!
This is one of my favorite Diresta projects. Believe it or not, I bet routing in the correct sized slots for the sliding top can be the most difficult part. It definitely takes more thought and process than I thought it would! Thanks Jimmy!
I got exited when I saw your planer--my dad got me that same model for Christmas this year and I love it! It's easily the nicest piece of equipment in my shop at the moment. I was super happy to see it in one of your videos. Cheers :)
excellent job Jimmy! Love the use of the spelted lumber! the antiquing to the finished piece is a thing of beauty! Makes me want to make a trip to NYC to pick one up for a holiday gift! Keep up the fine work! Merry Christmas to you and yours!
Another lovely project to try. I thought the razor blade wood scraper was groovy. What I like about your videos is that you can use the item your woking on. I don't like throwing thing away and if I can fix it I'll keep it and work on. Good luck with the old gas station re-build.
You can also use a printer. Laser printer toner will transfer using an iron. Inkjet ink will also transfer using the backing of label printer paper. Remember to reverse your text. (same as screen printing.)
Jimmy this is so sweet! I think the wood was a great idea! your customer wanted a weathered look, not a sh*tty wood weathered look! I think your imagination has no boundaries and I always look forward to your video's.
This one is especially beautiful, JD. I love boxes and this one has a lot of beauty in it. Pretty cool that Fodera gave you that awesome wood! Dan's a righteous dude.
Jimmy that came out Collectable , like something you would find in a dusty corner of a very old Curio shop , something time forgot ..... And somebodies good fortune to stumble upon it.... Brother you have done it again ......
Always enjoy watching your work take shape, you should narrate more often bud. It's good to no where your inspiration comes from and understand your thoughts while you do what you do I find it quite inspiring 👍🏻 look forward to more of your work come to life as always
"I don't put my name on everything..." lol. Good one Jimmy ;) Beautiful box, I have a bunch of wood in my garage that I am supposed to be turning into a box...... I think I might use the half-lap like you did here. I was just going to butt joint it since I don't need it to be particularly strong. Thanks for the inspiration!
Finally, I think I know something. I have some spalted maple bottle stopper blanks and they are wax like. They were not coated with wax, if I cut one down the cut edge feels the same. Great Job Jimmy, as always.
I don't put my name on everything, only the things i'm proud of. Like concrete floors, sheets of mdf, ax belt clips, an occasional 2x4, and spike, my cat. The box was awesome, thanks for the video.
Very cool. I was a little taken aback when you started applying the dark finish over top of that interesting wood, but it actually turned out great in the end.
After the great weekend at Boston for the Making It Podcast 100th episode, it's good to see another of your fine projects Jimmy! Alternatives to the bamboo joinery could have been CA-glued brass rods or square-cut nails (thought the sides may have split from the wedge effect). Best regards from Montréal, Mike
That shoulder plane action made me feel all warm and tingly! You never cease to amaze me Jimmy!
Most people can't appreciate the effort that goes into making "a box". Great work, as usual.
Great video Jimmy. I really appreciate how you think thru the story of the objects you make. Always inspiring, thanks
Quintessential Jimmy right here! Thats why I watch this guy! Could literally watch boxes all day ;)
Anyone that complains about you putting your name on everything just doesnt understand the work you put into everything you do.
Great work Jimmy
Bamboo nails! Never occurred to me when I wanted thin dowels to fasten joints. Doh! Love it.
Jimmy. Your creativity is off the charts with this project. From the video production through the silk screening. I hope you included the final cut to the customer and recorded the smile on their face when it's received.
You have reached an interesting point in your career where people who know your skills and interests can order something (like this box), and feel confident that the end product will be a unique "one-off" that meets their design criteria, just the way they imagined it would.
I found the whole process fascinating, and especially enjoyed your narration. I imagine really successful architects, boat designers, interior decorators and chefs must have the same skills of (listening), tuning into their client's needs and wants, then translating it into the real world without changing the customer's vision too much because of costs or time constraints.
looks amazing. watching pretty much all j. diresta videos for years now and i feel like his name on the finished work really adds to the value.
I found your page by accident many years ago . I've been fascinated with your talent ever since! I always tell my wife " if I was only half as good as DIResta "
possibly one of my favourite diresta builds yet! thanks for sharing your wisdom!
Very cool box. I have an enormous garage at home that would make such a shop, if only I had the money to buy tools. You make me want to build things Jimmy. Thanks for all your videos!
Again, amazing job! You are an awesome artist. Thanks for sharing your work, techniques and inspirations with everybody.
this was such a badass project, it's so clean and thought-out, amazing job DiResta, you've done it again.
You have truly inspired me (to watch more of your videos..) You never cease to impress me.
is it weird that I'm fangirling over this box? this is awesome work Jimmy! loved every angle of it. 👍
This is one of my favorite Diresta projects. Believe it or not, I bet routing in the correct sized slots for the sliding top can be the most difficult part. It definitely takes more thought and process than I thought it would! Thanks Jimmy!
A beautiful piece. Thanks for sharing the build.
I think this is one of the best piece you ever created. very nice looking box.
Pleasure to watch. As is all his vids. This lad has the best positive attitude. Keep up the good work. Love it. Top man. Cheers
The record box came out AMAZING Jimmy! You never seize to amaze, thank you for sharing.
So much love in the build of this box... Really nice in the end :)
This is my favorite thing you've ever made, Jimmy. Super cool.
I got exited when I saw your planer--my dad got me that same model for Christmas this year and I love it! It's easily the nicest piece of equipment in my shop at the moment. I was super happy to see it in one of your videos. Cheers :)
Awesome work, love the worn, old finish. Really good work Diresta!
Thanks Jimmy. Number of great take away's here...especially about positioning the grain properly for expansion on the top lid.
So many great techniques and things to learn in one box! Thank you for sharing!
That plank of wood went through quite a lot of transformation. Looks great at the end!
I really love this piece jimmy. You inspire me with every video. Keep up the good work
Awesome jimmy, beautiful work, i'm sure your friend will love it! Big fan of the old weathered look. Rock on man! :)
I like that you made the lid in such a way that it will be able to expand to the open end and not to the sides
excellent job Jimmy! Love the use of the spelted lumber! the antiquing to the finished piece is a thing of beauty! Makes me want to make a trip to NYC to pick one up for a holiday gift! Keep up the fine work! Merry Christmas to you and yours!
The best Router Push stick ever! Rock on!
The close fit on the wand makes it extra special!
Awesome build. Your imagination is Incredible!
The screening was brilliant. Elevated a nice box to art.
Another work of art from the shop of Diresta!!!
Nice work. Great video. Loved watching it. Have shopped at the old Dope Jams location in Brooklyn. Thank you
Beautiful job as usual. You sure make whatever you do look easy.
Looks amazing Jimmy, love your videos keep them coming!
Beautiful work man. I really enjoy watching you create.
Beautiful box, the screen printing was awesome!
this is crazy amazing! Love the whole idea and how you have done it jimmy, you are a true craftsman
Jimmy Love it when you combine woodworking and graphic arts 👍
that was really nice jimmy, reminds me of your old videos... a big thumbs up!
Love it great idea. That idea has many applications for various boxes .
One of your best Jimmy! Once i visit NYC your shop will be my no1 priority!
beautiful wood. I always feel like i'm learning when I watch your videos.
I LOVE THESE VIDEOS. I LOVE THEM.
Wow very nice ! love the distressed vintage look!
Another lovely project to try. I thought the razor blade wood scraper was groovy. What I like about your videos is that you can use the item your woking on. I don't like throwing thing away and if I can fix it I'll keep it and work on. Good luck with the old gas station re-build.
The screen print topped the design off very nicely.
Greg's Garage I'm Diresta channel there is a video about it, it's not easy but nice looking process
I never thought on printing graphics on wood. I swear I learn something from every video of Jimmy.
You can also use a printer. Laser printer toner will transfer using an iron. Inkjet ink will also transfer using the backing of label printer paper. Remember to reverse your text. (same as screen printing.)
Never knew you could mail order screen print screens, learn something new every day!
Dude this is such a joy to watch. Thanks man!
wow, that is such a nice box, your friend will be a very happy guy! I love that slanted wood idea.
incredible build! love the finish.
Great stuff Jimmy, thank you for posting!!
lovely piece. Looks simple, thanks for the inspiration, chief.
Keep on trucking ! (from France)
Old never looked so good. Thanks.
beautiful, beautiful box, Jimmy! very cool!
Jimmy this is so sweet! I think the wood was a great idea! your customer wanted a weathered look, not a sh*tty wood weathered look!
I think your imagination has no boundaries and I always look forward to your video's.
Awesome job as always
Absolutely great work, Jimmy!
This one is especially beautiful, JD. I love boxes and this one has a lot of beauty in it. Pretty cool that Fodera gave you that awesome wood! Dan's a righteous dude.
I liked that part of the story as well. It would be cool to inconspicuously put their butterfly logo on the box somewhere just as a shout out to them.
Always loved your videos, but this one has gotten me interested in woodworking. Great stuff, as always!
This piece is one of my favorites you have done, amazing work!
Art holding art. Very well done
Wow, the screen printing came out great!
Good job, and excellent finish!!!!!
Only you can pull off a simple box with no fancy joinery or shiny exotic woods and make it vibrant like you did! Awesome!
Jimmy that came out Collectable , like something you would find in a dusty corner of a very old Curio shop , something time forgot ..... And somebodies good fortune to stumble upon it.... Brother you have done it again ......
Very cool box Jimmy. Love the old look
Lovely to watch and a great box.
Incredible work, as always.
beautiful jimmy
grand job and a great video
Love your work Jimmy!
Always enjoy watching your work take shape, you should narrate more often bud. It's good to no where your inspiration comes from and understand your thoughts while you do what you do I find it quite inspiring 👍🏻 look forward to more of your work come to life as always
Dope Jams boxed up by Dope Jim..my. Good looking box, the screened images really locked down that old crate look.
The finish and printing looks awesome!
the finishing technique is badass! good one Jimmy
Ramsey Customs - turbocobra totally. Usually with his videos I always take one thing from it. This time it was the finishing technique
Bamboo Skewer joinery!! I was missing the box joints until I saw that. Awesome Jimmy.
Awesome work !
"I don't put my name on everything..." lol. Good one Jimmy ;) Beautiful box, I have a bunch of wood in my garage that I am supposed to be turning into a box...... I think I might use the half-lap like you did here. I was just going to butt joint it since I don't need it to be particularly strong. Thanks for the inspiration!
Great work, they say a picture is worth a thousand words, well that box is much more! ;-)
Love the skewers as pegs mate nice job!
amazing work truly stunning piece
Finally, I think I know something. I have some spalted maple bottle stopper blanks and they are wax like. They were not coated with wax, if I cut one down the cut edge feels the same. Great Job Jimmy, as always.
This is awesome. A very special box for a very special record
Bamboo skewer dowels are a great idea, definitely going to use that.
That was really cool, very entertaining! 👊🏼🤓
Fantastic, it given me a few techniques i can use.
great project and nice video to watch
Awesome Jimmy. Love the finish, bad to the bone.
I don't put my name on everything, only the things i'm proud of. Like concrete floors, sheets of mdf, ax belt clips, an occasional 2x4, and spike, my cat. The box was awesome, thanks for the video.
Absolutely beautiful.
Very cool. I was a little taken aback when you started applying the dark finish over top of that interesting wood, but it actually turned out great in the end.
This so dope. Quality Diresta right there!
Nice work Jimmy. Such an artisan.
After the great weekend at Boston for the Making It Podcast 100th episode, it's good to see another of your fine projects Jimmy! Alternatives to the bamboo joinery could have been CA-glued brass rods or square-cut nails (thought the sides may have split from the wedge effect). Best regards from Montréal, Mike
Looks fantastic. It would be nice to see you deliver it to the customer.