A rocking chair is the number one thing most home woodworkers are afraid to make. You made it look easy. I appreciate all of the years you put in to get to this point and you continue to be the first vid I go to with the weekend updates. You are a Maker Stud. Thanks a ton for all you do. I really appreciate it.
I challenge anyone to watch that and not want to have a go. Jimmy Diresta once again inspiring the world to make something and push their boundaries. Thank you Jimmy ❤️
As many times as I've watched you run the band saw, it still amazes me how comfortable and proficient you are with it. I enjoy my band saw, but you have taken it to a whole new level. Very nice work on this chair.
It’s something I can see a little bit of Maloof in his process. I remember seeing a few documentaries on Malouf making chairs, and he did the same thing with the band, shaping the rocking chair, always by hand and all the parts, the arms, the legs, the joints all done with the band saw done by hand
Maloof must be smiling down knowing people still love his designs and keep making them to this day, top work Jimmy what an awesome heirloom piece to have for yourself 👍🏻
Do you ever tire of hearing how talented you are? We tell you all the time, but why? You already know that. We are inspired by your creativity and talent. When I watch you make something, be it from wood, steel, or leather, it makes me believe that I can do that too. Yes, you have a lot of equipment that I will probably never be able to afford, but when I watch you make things like this chair, I am convinced that I can use the tools I have to make great things.
Beautiful job Jimmy ! I just can’t get over how much you look like your father ! Glad to see you in that shop doing well. Tell everyone I said hello. 👍👋
Some projects, once started can strangely take full control and won't let you go until it's finished, just like watching your videos, that is an unapointed but welcomed enigma in any project.I loved the entire build, a beautiful piece of functional furniture art.
Great book for a beginner . ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxD-QRFQz730FJEh4f9BYSf-nkIMIC9hL_ this book really starts from the beginning, as in it explains what basic tools are and how to use them. But when it gets to the art of creating joints and how and when to use them this book really starts to teach you something. At least that was my experience.
Master of all trades. Unbelievable disparate skill set. Make it again Jimmy but next time with aluminum rockers, a vacuum formed plastic seat, carbon fiber legs and molded epoxy back.
So many moments of brilliance to be gleaned from Diresta videos …and when you notice a work flow interruption …you just know its Jimmy’s meditative/creative way to process the task … and I now know a little about Sam Maloof !!! Thanks for sharing !!!
I like how your sketches are full size makes building anything so mush easier,when I was a kid my dad would sketch one of his ideas on a paper napkin and say can you make this,thanks Jimmy for all these video memories🤗😎🤗😎
I agree with that but instead of "inelegant" (which is a way to see it) I would say "unorthodox" (our world needs people with a nonconformist way of thinking and working ; creativity, serendipity, hability, sense of humour, ... ). Maybe Jimmy Diresta deserves a Genius Grant 😊
I visited Maloof along with a group of people who signed up for a home tour back in the 80s, before his shop was moved to its current location. Although he had templates for every part, there was a great deal of sculpting at the bandsaw and later with wood rasps after assembly. He had a trained eye for detail. He used epoxy and wood dust as a filler. He eyeballed the screw placement for the joints and used sheet metal screws and ebony plugs. He said the finishing and sculpting took longer than the building of the chair. He laminated the rockers. He had just outfitted his shop with some big industrial Czechoslovakian equipment as I recall. It was a long time ago.
That is a gorgeous chair. I love the organic way you shaped all of the parts. I could watch this all day. The aesthetic is so cool. It almost has a fantasy element to it. I'm inspired by this!
Well Done! I too have made a Maloof rocker. Took the class at the Ng School in Orange County, CA. The only big difference is the rocker pads, which were made in strips and formed around a form then carved to final shape. It was fun reliving that experience through your video. Who isn't jealous of that band saw right?
Bam! Excellent job Jimmy! I’m amazed how you can whip these ideas right outta your brain and just start doing… I’d still be in the computer… not doing yet lol
Amazing job, as usual. Next time you have a few hours to kill in the LA area, you might consider a visit to Sam Maloof's home, garden and workshop. At least in the pre-plague days, tours were readily available, here in Rancho Cucamonga, CA, about 45 minutes east of downtown LA.
I think this is one of the most impressive projects, I have seen on this channel. The freehand work is truly amazing and a great tribute to Mr Maloof. Fantastic. P
Jimmy’s ability to carve with a bandsaw is beyond amazing. Beautiful piece!
Hell, he’s got exceptional ability with anything!
I was thinking the same thing. He plays the bandsaw like it’s a fiddle!
I just told my brothers who are carpenters the same thing! freaking awesome!
bandsaw skills on a hole other level!!!
But you can’t beat Sam at bandsaw work!
I had the honor of meeting Sam Maloof at his home. I was part of a class where he showed us how he built a rocker. Truly an amazing and humble man.
A rocking chair is the number one thing most home woodworkers are afraid to make. You made it look easy. I appreciate all of the years you put in to get to this point and you continue to be the first vid I go to with the weekend updates. You are a Maker Stud. Thanks a ton for all you do. I really appreciate it.
Amazing work. You remain the "Botticelli of the Bandsaw". A true artist.
I challenge anyone to watch that and not want to have a go. Jimmy Diresta once again inspiring the world to make something and push their boundaries. Thank you Jimmy ❤️
That. Was. AWESOME! I watch a few woodworkers on UA-cam. Jimmy ain't one of them. This man is a craftsman. He makes wood sing.
Bro… the fact that his starts with a “rough” sketch and ends up with that beauty is mind-blowing to me!
As many times as I've watched you run the band saw, it still amazes me how comfortable and proficient you are with it. I enjoy my band saw, but you have taken it to a whole new level. Very nice work on this chair.
Seriously. Makes it look so easy, I feel like a fool when I try to use mine 🤣
The master of tools. I love watching the older industrial tools the most. I’m envious of your skill and experience. Thank you.
Diresta and Maloof two masters!!!
You work with the bandsaw like Sam did! Bravo 👍
I hope you gave that to someone you love, Jimmy.
So nice.
Sam would be proud. Nicely done Jimmy.
Lots of hard work but what an heirloom piece. Should last centuries.
It’s something I can see a little bit of Maloof in his process. I remember seeing a few documentaries on Malouf making chairs, and he did the same thing with the band, shaping the rocking chair, always by hand and all the parts, the arms, the legs, the joints all done with the band saw done by hand
Thank you for this video that doesn't use a cnc router, plasma table, or anything computer ran! Good old fashioned diresta talent!
I love the way you just do it. Don’t overthink it, just do it.
Now Mista Diresta, grab your crown, a beer, a cigar and chill. Fantastic work. Thanks for the show!
Maloof must be smiling down knowing people still love his designs and keep making them to this day, top work Jimmy what an awesome heirloom piece to have for yourself 👍🏻
Jimmy has taught me that recognizing the processes that need more attention to get an awesome final product it's a skill by itself
The whole time I'm thinking "My name is Edith Ann and I'm 5 1/2 years old".
Gorgeous Jimmy!!! I love the stain color! I bet it's comfy!
It's amazing how deceptively effortless this build appears. It would take me days just to muster the courage to make the first cut.
Best band saw operator ever.
Diresta.... sei un grande!!!
E come si dice dalle mie parti: "cada poddiche un'arte" tradotto in italiano "ogni dito un'arte" 🙋♂️
Never mind the ability, there's no way I'd have the patience to build something as curvy as that. Exquisite work, Jimmy!
Do you ever tire of hearing how talented you are? We tell you all the time, but why? You already know that. We are inspired by your creativity and talent. When I watch you make something, be it from wood, steel, or leather, it makes me believe that I can do that too. Yes, you have a lot of equipment that I will probably never be able to afford, but when I watch you make things like this chair, I am convinced that I can use the tools I have to make great things.
Thank you 🙏🏼
Wow this speaks volumes.
You nailed it Jimmy. Sam would be proud!
Meloof was one of the best as a builder and designer and a great person. Diresta you nailed it also
this is not a chair it is a sculpture you are a great carpenter
Great to see you working in wood again.
Beautiful job Jimmy ! I just can’t get over how much you look like your father ! Glad to see you in that shop doing well. Tell everyone I said hello. 👍👋
Certainly captures the essence of Sam, nice work.
Classic Diresta! Bandsaw magic, unbelievable skills, tons of elbow grease and zero CNC!
Who needs a Starrett caliper when you have a Diresta finger 14:45 😂. For me the Maloof Rocker is the most beautiful design of a rocking chair ever👍🏻
Jimmy makes this look so easy. I’ve been wanting to try making one of these for as long as I can remember but it’s an intimidating project.
Some projects, once started can strangely take full control and won't let you go until it's finished, just like watching your videos, that is an unapointed but welcomed enigma in any project.I loved the entire build, a beautiful piece of functional furniture art.
You are the absolute master of the bandsaw!
Now this is classic Maloof inspired Diresta!
Great book for a beginner . ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxD-QRFQz730FJEh4f9BYSf-nkIMIC9hL_ this book really starts from the beginning, as in it explains what basic tools are and how to use them. But when it gets to the art of creating joints and how and when to use them this book really starts to teach you something. At least that was my experience.
Master of all trades. Unbelievable disparate skill set. Make it again Jimmy but next time with aluminum rockers, a vacuum formed plastic seat, carbon fiber legs and molded epoxy back.
Maloof was a self taught bandsaw master too. Love seeing this build pop up!
Can we just talk about the bandsaw magic. AMAZING!
So many moments of brilliance to be gleaned from Diresta videos …and when you notice a work flow interruption …you just know its Jimmy’s meditative/creative way to process the task … and I now know a little about Sam Maloof !!! Thanks for sharing !!!
How in the gods name you make it look so easy? No reason you’re the ‘makefathet’. Respect ✊ to the GOAT.
You are a surgeon with that beast of a bandsaw
This is why Jimmy is the MJ of makers
Can't wait for your new show to air!!
Huge amount of work and such a talent to be able to produce this chair.
I like how your sketches are full size makes building anything so mush easier,when I was a kid my dad would sketch one of his ideas on a paper napkin and say can you make this,thanks Jimmy for all these video memories🤗😎🤗😎
It's always so amazing to see how much you can shape with a band saw
lol that tiny blade on that huge bandsaw is awesome
Damn Jimmy, this beautiful... I think Sam would be impressed! Thank you for sharing.,
Wow, super piece of art. In the beginning I thought you are making dining table chairs.
i've been following you may be for ten years and i'm still impressed by your dexterity with a bandsaw... Very nice chair Jimmy.
That was awesome! That was the Ghost of Tom Joad at the end rocking back and forth.
Kinda looks like Batman. Great looking rocking chair.
Diresta, the fastest sawman in the west!
That's beautiful. So organic, you'd almost believe the tree grew that way!
I’ve never seen anyone work a bandsaw like that! Wow. Awesome project. Thanks for sharing.
Something real spooky about a rocker chair rocking on its own 😂nice work jimmy that chair will last a long time
All that work as a youngster on the bandsaw really paid off!!! Absolutely epic work as always!!👍🏻
Amazing craftsmanship! It is truly one of your best builds in my opinion. Congratulations.
The way you're able to do this with the bandsaw mostly is so cool
Absolute wizard on the bandsaw!!!
There's something inelegant about Jimmy's methods, yet he creates incredibly elegant things.
I agree with that but instead of "inelegant" (which is a way to see it) I would say "unorthodox" (our world needs people with a nonconformist way of thinking and working ; creativity, serendipity, hability, sense of humour, ... ). Maybe Jimmy Diresta deserves a Genius Grant 😊
He freaking free handed it on band saw. I mean holy.... That's next level.
Man, Jimmy. You're a master with that bandsaw. Love it. Thanks for the awesome content!
It's gorgeous Jimmy.....really beautiful !!!
Whenever I see someone making a rocking chair on UA-cam, all I can think of is the movie the patriot.
This will awesomely haunt some luck place rocking alone in the middle of night
There is always something new to learn in every video. You are an inspiration Jimmy. And can’t wait to watch the Netflix show with my grand children x
MAGNIFIC!!!!!!!
love the idea of the resin and wood dust used as gap filling glue, gona nick that idea
Hello Jimmy Diresta beautiful chair good job well done
Fantastic job Jimmy.
I visited Maloof along with a group of people who signed up for a home tour back in the 80s, before his shop was moved to its current location. Although he had templates for every part, there was a great deal of sculpting at the bandsaw and later with wood rasps after assembly. He had a trained eye for detail. He used epoxy and wood dust as a filler. He eyeballed the screw placement for the joints and used sheet metal screws and ebony plugs. He said the finishing and sculpting took longer than the building of the chair. He laminated the rockers. He had just outfitted his shop with some big industrial Czechoslovakian equipment as I recall. It was a long time ago.
Mis respetos...eres todo un maestro así como lo fué el Maestro Maloof...eres un genio!!!!
That is a gorgeous chair. I love the organic way you shaped all of the parts. I could watch this all day. The aesthetic is so cool. It almost has a fantasy element to it. I'm inspired by this!
Wow,fantastic and beautiful Jimmy!
Dude, when the footage slowed down as you had the grinder in your hand I thought it was going to catch and rip something off. My heart sank a little.
Well Done! I too have made a Maloof rocker. Took the class at the Ng School in Orange County, CA. The only big difference is the rocker pads, which were made in strips and formed around a form then carved to final shape. It was fun reliving that experience through your video. Who isn't jealous of that band saw right?
Super fun to watch a Master. Inspiring.
Bam! Excellent job Jimmy! I’m amazed how you can whip these ideas right outta your brain and just start doing… I’d still be in the computer… not doing yet lol
Stunning!
A true piece of art.
Thank you 🙏🏼
Jimmy is like a band saw ninja with those precise cuts…
That's a big chair Jimmy.
Nice.
Amazing job, as usual. Next time you have a few hours to kill in the LA area, you might consider a visit to Sam Maloof's home, garden and workshop. At least in the pre-plague days, tours were readily available, here in Rancho Cucamonga, CA, about 45 minutes east of downtown LA.
Really is incredible how organic the chair looks and how you basically sculpt it.
Nice work Jimmy!
Damn, your help has great fashion sense!
your most beautiful piece Jimmy!
I can’t think of a more comfortable use for an old tree.
Man that was a lot of sanding and shaping!
That is a beautiful rocking chair 👍👍👍👍
That little slo-mo bit by the 17:30 made me anxious as hell. I was expecting disaster or something for some reason.
I think this is one of the most impressive projects, I have seen on this channel. The freehand work is truly amazing and a great tribute to Mr Maloof. Fantastic. P
Thank you 🙏🏼
You have such a good eye for design. I like seeing these artistic projects.
That is a beautiful chair !
beauty,i need one my grandmother...
Best UA-camr merch ever
Heck of a job sir that is a beautiful rocking chair thanks for sharing