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348: Swimming with icepicks

Making It · 25 Mar 2022 · 1h 07m

What this episode covers

Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto discuss overcoming creative blocks and the realities of making physical products. Bob details his struggle with curing times for ceramic tiles and his process for manufacturing ice pick handles with a New Hampshire factory. Jimmy shares the overwhelming but rewarding experience of restoring a rusted Karmann Ghia, while David explains his video on cutting dovetails using hand tools, jigs, and CNC. The group also reflects on the nature of failure, motivation, and the importance of giving oneself grace when projects don't go as planned.

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makers and hobbyists

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Gibson
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Rockler
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Netflix, Punished Props Academy, Alec Steele, Mike Clifford

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