# 349: We’ve had a series of ducks…

- Show: [Making It](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it)
- Published: 2022-04-01
- Length: 1h 00m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2022-04-01-349-weve-had-a-series-of-ducks
- Listen: https://making-it-with-jimmy-diresta-bob-clagett-and-david-picciuto.castos.com/episodes/episode-349-weve-had-a-series-of-ducks

## Summary

Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto discuss their current projects, including David’s ceramic tile experiments, Jimmy’s Land Cruiser storage solution, and Bob’s patio table build. They delve into the technical challenges of working with clay and plaster, such as managing shrinkage and avoiding double impressions, while Bob details his sheet metal repair struggles and the decision to switch from a 220V to a 110V welder. The conversation concludes with a segment on spring cleaning, where the hosts share strategies for decluttering workshops and homes, emphasizing the importance of making small, manageable decisions to reduce overwhelm.

## Chapters

- [0:01](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2022-04-01-349-weve-had-a-series-of-ducks#t=1) Introduction: Ducks and Weather
- [3:16](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2022-04-01-349-weve-had-a-series-of-ducks#t=196) David Picciuto: Outdoor Patio Table Build
- [6:41](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2022-04-01-349-weve-had-a-series-of-ducks#t=401) Jimmy Diresta: Ceramic Tile and Plaster Mold Experiments
- [15:05](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2022-04-01-349-weve-had-a-series-of-ducks#t=905) Learning Techniques: Clay, Blacksmithing, and Sheet Metal
- [25:43](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2022-04-01-349-weve-had-a-series-of-ducks#t=1543) Bob Clagett: Land Cruiser Storage and Welding Challenges
- [31:56](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2022-04-01-349-weve-had-a-series-of-ducks#t=1916) Spring Cleaning: Decluttering Strategies and Tool Exchanges
- [42:48](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2022-04-01-349-weve-had-a-series-of-ducks#t=2568) Finding Motivation and Changing Up Routines
- [55:03](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2022-04-01-349-weve-had-a-series-of-ducks#t=3303) Picks of the Week: Damascus Steel and Inventions

## Topics

- [Materials & manufacturing processes](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/materials-and-processes)
- [Fabrication & craft](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/fabrication-and-craft)
- [Hiring & workforce](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/hiring-and-workforce)
- [Sustainability & circular products](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/sustainability-and-circularity)
- [Careers & education](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/engineering-careers-and-education)

## Most relevant to

makers and hobbyists

## Mentioned

- WhipMix (company)
- Harbor Freight (company)
- Lincoln welder (product)
- Damascus Steel (material)
- Matt Thompson (other)
- Make It Custom (other)

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