# Episode 084: Cutting down a tree with nothing on…

- Show: [Making It](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it)
- Published: 2016-08-19
- Length: 58m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-08-19-episode-084-cutting-down-a-tree-with-nothing-on
- Listen: https://making-it-with-jimmy-diresta-bob-clagett-and-david-picciuto.castos.com/episodes/episode-084-cutting-down-a-tree-with-nothing-on

## Summary

Hosts Bob Clagett, David Picciuto, and Jimmy Diresta discuss their recent projects, including David's wiener dog tie rack, Bob's cannon build, and Jimmy's portable paint booth. They share lessons learned from the maker community, such as giving credit for techniques and using Fusion 360 for 3D modeling. The conversation covers the challenges of finishing projects, the psychology of online comments, and advice for starting a shop with limited funds.

## Chapters

- [0:00](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-08-19-episode-084-cutting-down-a-tree-with-nothing-on#t=0) Introduction and Weather Talk
- [2:19](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-08-19-episode-084-cutting-down-a-tree-with-nothing-on#t=139) Recent Projects: Tie Rack, Cannon, and Paint Booth
- [8:45](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-08-19-episode-084-cutting-down-a-tree-with-nothing-on#t=525) Learning from the Community: Credit and Fusion 360
- [26:33](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-08-19-episode-084-cutting-down-a-tree-with-nothing-on#t=1593) Online Feedback and Viewer Psychology
- [36:53](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-08-19-episode-084-cutting-down-a-tree-with-nothing-on#t=2213) Starting a Shop with $500
- [49:57](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2016-08-19-episode-084-cutting-down-a-tree-with-nothing-on#t=2997) Challenges in Finishing Projects

## Topics

- [Prototyping & iteration](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/prototyping)
- [EDA & CAD tools](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/eda-and-cad-tools)
- [Maker community & events](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/maker-community)
- [Starting a product company](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/starting-a-company)
- [Creator business](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/creator-business)
- [Fabrication & craft](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/fabrication-and-craft)

## Most relevant to

makers and hobbyists

## Mentioned

- Fusion 360 (tool)
- 123D Design (tool)
- Benchwoodwork (other)
- Linda.com (other)
- AutoDesk (company)
- Core 77 (other)
- This Old Tony (other)

## Related episodes from other shows

- [STL 105: Why We Build What We Build](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2016-02-26-stl-105-why-we-build-what-we-build) (Shop Talk Live)
- [160: Chowdered up the Spoilboard](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/embedded-fm/2016-07-12-160-chowdered-up-the-spoilboard) (Embedded.fm)
- [STL342: What We Wish We Knew](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2025-05-30-stl342-what-we-wish-we-knew) (Shop Talk Live)
- [STL 315: I can't believe it's not wood!](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2024-05-03-stl-315-i-cant-believe-its-not-wood) (Shop Talk Live)
- [STL254: Iron and oak (and maple?)](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2021-11-19-stl254-iron-and-oak-and-maple) (Shop Talk Live)

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