# Episode 227: YOU’RE DOING IT RIGHT!!!

- Show: [Making It](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it)
- Published: 2019-09-06
- Length: 58m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2019-09-06-episode-227-youre-doing-it-right
- Listen: https://making-it-with-jimmy-diresta-bob-clagett-and-david-picciuto.castos.com/episodes/episode-227-youre-doing-it-right

## Summary

Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto discuss their recent projects, focusing on David's complex die-cutting process for license plates and Jimmy's collaboration with Carhartt and Guinness. The hosts share technical details on using VCarve Pro, CNC machining, and vinyl cutting, while also touching on the challenges of finding skilled labor for home renovations. They conclude by reviewing creative videos involving oscilloscope music and laser mirrors, and paying tribute to recent community losses.

## Chapters

- [0:01](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2019-09-06-episode-227-youre-doing-it-right#t=1) Introduction and Episode 227 Banter
- [2:31](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2019-09-06-episode-227-youre-doing-it-right#t=151) David's Barn Renovation and Labor Shortages
- [15:08](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2019-09-06-episode-227-youre-doing-it-right#t=908) Jimmy's Carhartt and Guinness Event in Baltimore
- [21:26](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2019-09-06-episode-227-youre-doing-it-right#t=1286) David's Walnut Toolbox and Bob's Barn Doors
- [29:53](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2019-09-06-episode-227-youre-doing-it-right#t=1793) David's License Plate Die-Cutting Process
- [42:42](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2019-09-06-episode-227-youre-doing-it-right#t=2562) Alternative Materials and Software Workflows
- [52:44](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2019-09-06-episode-227-youre-doing-it-right#t=3164) Video Picks: Oscilloscope Music and Lasers

## Topics

- [Materials & manufacturing processes](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/materials-and-processes)
- [EDA & CAD tools](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/eda-and-cad-tools)
- [Fabrication & craft](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/fabrication-and-craft)
- [Hiring & workforce](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/hiring-and-workforce)
- [Industrial & consumer product design](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/industrial-design)

## Most relevant to

makers and hobbyists

## Mentioned

- Carhartt (company)
- Guinness (company)
- VCarve Pro (tool)
- McMaster-Carr (company)
- Team Rubicon (company)
- Smarter Everyday (company)
- Steve Mold (other)
- Mr. FixItDIY (other)

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- [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)
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