This could be one of the greatest tips making a bag I've ever seen. I have never considered doing a mold as such, and wrapping around a box. That's such an awesome tip

Im a huge fan, I listen to the podcast religiously, and watch every video you have, plus your friend's vids. I am not a troll, I am a recent veteran who now does leatherwork for the US Military on a daily basis as a contractor. I am impressed with you use of a plane to "tame" the edges; very cool idea that I will use in the future! I do have a suggestion for your future of leather working... if you backstitch a few stitches, it is much stronger than tying a knot. knots tend to slip eventually, where the friction of the backstitch is usually a bit better. this can be improved by "taping off" the stitch, by gently tapping the stitches with a polished (or not) hammer to shrink the punch holes around the thread. also, some of the heavy wear sections could use a rivet! copper or brass, just something mechanical to hold over time. I learn from you on a daily basis with your efficient ways of "knocking it out" in a classy way....thanks for the content! gotta go...dog's chewing on my DIRESTA pencil!

And folks wonder why good work costs real money! What an amazing display of craftsmanship, as always... Keep on showing the world what beautiful handcrafted goods are all about, brethren!!!

I love that the flap has that organic flow. Also the versatility of carry with the additional handle/strap binder. The homemade hasp helped me work out some intentions for some of my future projects.

I swear I learn a new trick with every one of your videos. Thanks for making these for us all!

Jimmy has the patience of a saint. That hand sewing was tedious I'm sure.

You amaze and inspire me. In central Texas I do carpentry work, bee keeping etc. I do the weird jobs nobody wants to tackle. I watch your stuff and just am amazed how versatile you are. Mr DiResta thank you

I love it. I've made a bunch of bags from leather and never thought to use the natural shape of the hide's edge as a design element. Brilliant.

One can never have enough little squeeze clamps!

I like it Jimmy! and the latch gave me a few ideas

You never cease to fascinate, Jimmy!

The Diresta Bug Out Bag! And people thought your EDC was crazy before. I love watching the progression as you learn new stuff. Sometimes I want to yell at my computer 'cause that not how I would have done it, but you always get through it and it ends up looking beautiful. Thanks for the show!

perfect size case for the next Iphone

Kind of looks like one of those WW2 radio backpacks.

Someone is going to have an awesome, 1 off bag that looks like it'll last a lifetime!! Great job and thanks for all of the awesome videos. Your a true inspiration.

I love how you left the front flap with that irregular shape. When I saw it, I was hoping you would do that. Looks great!

The multi use of the straps was unexpected. Always forward thinking!

Reminds me of an old WWII era radio backpack! :) I love the live-edge flap!

Every one of your videos is the start of a new making addiction for me. Beautiful work!

Now you're just showing off! Def one of my favorite builds of yours!

Awesome man, always something cool going on inside that head of yours!

That's really nice but wow, what a lot of work, I'm totally exhausted after watching all that stiching!

Awesome work, Jimmy! Great ideas and great build.

I love it! It has a simple, yet stylish DIY look to it. The last bit (Changed from a backpack to a staual) I was not expecting. Great job, Jimmy!

You get so many comments mine will probably get lost in the noise. However, here goes: as you browse through flea markets and even antique stores, you will occasionally come across the type of sewing machine called a "Harness Sewing Machine" which were made to stich horse harnesses. They will go through leather like a regular sewing machine goes through cloth. Failing that, a sailmaker's sewing machine is very powerful. And probably more flexible. Either one would have saved you a lot of time and hence, money. I do my stiches the way you do. But I don't do it for a living. And I have a stiching awl which, once you learn it, is also faster than lacing up the way you did. A fine video as usual.

Jimmy I want to thank you for doing what you do. You've been a huge inspiration for me. Back in middle school I had a class called Tech Ed.. We did lots of woodworking in that and I forgot how much I loved it. I started a Material Science class at the beginning of the semester because of your videos. We haven't done a lot of woodworking, but your videos helped me a lot. I really appreciate it. Keep up the amazing work!

Awesome project, I have been interested in leather work for awhile and I learned a few things from this video. Thanks for sharing your talent.

Truly beautiful. Amazing work! Watching you stitch the pieces together was very interesting.

now make it 1/4 of the size and women will pay 2k+ for it.

love it

Old school back pack. I really like it! Keep up the good work..." i am watching you"!

DiResta EDC is about to get way bigger. Another top notch build Jimmy. Thanks for sharing

To get the voice over version just support Jimmy on Patreon. Totally worth it!!! www.patreon.com/diresta

20,000 stiches later... :D Hopefully spike will get to ride to and from the shop in there.

as always, your work is inspiring. thanks for all the great ideas. I did lots of leather work as a kid , but it has been quite a few years. I think I'll do a few more projects after seeing this video.

Beautiful! Your work is so inspiring. And that is one big ass backpack.

looks like an adult version of the back packs the kids here in Japan use!

Beautiful work, Jimmy. Now build yourself a fixie and get to work : )

Love the brass and leather look! Keep doing what you do!

Another fantastic project!!! I have watched & greatly you since you did the tv show!!!! You are a true artist!

So now I have to make an orange rubber shoulder bag !!!! #blamediresta

I have a Q... Your wife has a tattoo of DiResta (in) on her body?...

Awesome, Jimmy. Thanks for showing the close ups of the stitch!

I just couldn't stop watching lol as always amazing jimmy!! :)

you didn't put you name on it until 15:37 do better next time.

The real question is, how many mini clamps does Jimmy own?

I don't even have the words to begin to describe the awesomeness of this project. Over-the-top amazing Jimmy.

I like how you just swooped it in the end 😂 🛂🎒💨💨💨....I always learn something from your builds, great work

One thing I learnt from watching his videos is Clamps. Buy more Clamps! Never enough...

Williamsburg hipsters will line up and pay big bucks for that!

As always Jimmy... You inspire me to make stuff that's outside of my normal medium. Great stuff man!

Dang Jimmy you always deliver this gave me a ton of ideas for my next project thanks for sharing

Them: "Who are you wearing?" Me: "Jimmy." Them: "Choo?!" Me: "No, Diresta." Them: "I've never heard of them." Me: "Well let me show you some of his videos........." *Three hours later* Them: "Well...... um......" Me: "Yep."

i need to stop procrastinating ...

I've been intimidated by leather for a while now; you make it look incredibly easy. Thanks for sharing your experience with all of us.

I never get tired of watching you work!

Arrgh hand sewing. The longest part of making leather things. /*grows several beards*/

Next up: DiResta Hydrogen Bomb

It is so satisfying to watch your videos, you have something for everything and I believe that everyone could watch you craft forever, and it's almost disappointing when it ends...

Beautiful level of craftsmanship, as always!

wow really noice but it is kinda too boxy

haaaa? who the f has push the thumbs down button? I can't believe there are people who don't enjoyed this?

The strap system is brilliant! Great video Jimmy.

A block plane to even the edges! Brilliant!

to soften the leather, just water or warm water?

So the real question is: Jimmy, is there anything you CAN'T make? :p

This bag is awesome! Keep doing incredible stuff!

I like the fact that each in each video you bring in different material. Keep up the awesome work.

ugly but cool, i bet in 10 years of use it will look even better :)

I miss your sign videos.

Now I know where all the tiny spring clamps are !!! Great Job Jimmy. Always learning . Protect your DIGITS

Good job Jimmy. Wow awesome hand crafted back bag

You need to put yoga in it

nice work , except for the assymetric front flap

i actually watched my dad use the same method to make tool holsters for his favorite woodworking tools.. he did them for hand tools and power tools..Thanks Jimmy

Only just come across this one! Still amazes me how you make everything you make look so effortless!! Brill

I gave thumbs up for the hard work and great video. but nope... I'm not feeling this project. who would want that rigid cube bag?

Great craftsmanship.Ugly bag.

great video, was surprized how easy it looks. great trick with the moulding, I will try to make something out of leather soon !

Man, I could watch you for hours ! Very creative !

No words for this one Jimmy, you are the man the myth the legend. DiRESTA!!!

Awesome job Jimmy! Leather work is something I definitely want to add to the materials I work with

Another beautiful piece of work. My neck and shoulders ache just thinking about being hunched over doing all that threadwork!

i just love watching you work man. kinda like watching bob ross paint.. watching something emerge out of nothing is always awesome to watch. the day you manage to work in "happy little tree's" i will probably explode.

Great build. some cool tips there. I like the way you treat the leather like you would wood.

Although not woodworking this might be one of your greatest videos (so far of course, you just keeps improving). There was a ton of awesome tips in this video. Small stuff like clamping the straightedge to the table to the forming of the leather and wrapping it around. A straight up and honest "thank you" Jimmy for everything you teach us.

Jimmy, Even after watching most of your videos I am still amazed by what you produce in each and every new episode! Keep up the outstanding work it is truly inspiring! Take it easy! - Devon

I love the street sounds while you work man!!!

Dude, All your stuff. Every time I watch, I think, "Shit, why didn't I think of that?" This was a fun one, and your form was a great idea. Thanks man. Always enjoy watching.

you do great work....keep it up ...I have been watching for a long time and it never gets boring.....

That is cool Jimmy ! Thanks for takin us along...

Man I love this! Fair play Jimmy, you really are inspirational!

That's awesome jimmy. Love watching your videos !

amazing idea, amazing realization, amazing tips...! thanks for sharing Jimmy ;D

Very Nice Jimmy. reminds me of the handsewn Catalog Cases salesmen used to use back in the 1960-70's I used to sell in an office Supply Store I worked at.

love the convertible straps and latch. can imagine this looking incredible after a few years worth of use and ageing!

Interesting design. Nice work. I haven't even finished the last thing you inspired me to make!

Jimmy that was amazing so many skills coming together.

Really Cool Jimmy I love watching your videos you are a hell of a Craftsman.

That Was Incredible Jimmy Great Job!!!!