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Ep. 96 - The Story Behind THAT Nike x Ben & Jerry's "Chunky Dunky" Backpack

Every so often you meet a fellow maker who is different from the rest of us. They think on a different plane and find inspiration like it grows on trees. Our guest, Marc Shatalow, is that type of guy. A kind, charismatic, and creative person who simply loves to make one of a kind projects. 

Marc shares insights on fabric dyeing, the backstory of his Mystery Ranch bag project, and invaluable DIY tips like embracing mistakes and modding gear. He also emphasizes the importance of sustainable practices and teases his latest Nike SB x Ben and Jerry's inspired pack. 

Takeaways

  • Marc Schatalow learned to sew while working on a TV show in a tech maker space.
  • His style combines wild and outlandish colors and patterns with a technical and functional design. Be kind to yourself and embrace mistakes as learning opportunities
  • Start with small modifications before attempting larger projects When looking for companies to work with on soft goods projects, Marc prioritizes those that value sustainability and ethical manufacturing practices.
  • Marc's upcoming projects include repurposing linens, creating a backpack inspired by a shoe collaboration, and exploring different camo patterns through DIY dyeing.
  • The conversation highlights the importance of committing fully to a project and being willing to invest time and effort into its completion.


Chapters

00:00- Learning to Sew in a Tech Maker Space
02:15- Making the Worst Stuff Ever, But Having Fun
06:26- From Skateboarding to Sewing
08:23- Freelance Soft Goods Design
13:020- Marc's Sewing Machines
15:37- The Never-Ending Quest for More Sewing Machines
26:20- The Art of Dyeing Fabric and Overcoming Challenges
33:37- The Story Behind the Mystery Ranch Bag Project
40:33- Tips for DIYers: Expanding Making Skills
53:33- Finding Companies that Value Sustainability and Ethical Manufacturing
55:48- Upcoming Projects: Repurposing Linens and Creating a Shoe-Inspired Backpack
58:59- Exploring Camo Patterns through DIY Dyeing
01:05:05- The Importance of Committing Fully to a Project