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Fair American 1:48 by Model Expo

Namabiiru! Don't tell me you have the ricochet rabbit disease too! I guess there are so many mini kits in the kit one needs to be flexible or it turns into work. ROTF For me, I find myself making to do lists late in the build to make sure that I have done all of the stuff that should be done before the rigging starts.

Blessings.
Chuck
When building plastic models I highlight steps in the instructions I skipped over, then periodically review everything to make sure those steps get completed at the right time. Harder to do with wooden ships, I find because it does seem necessary to jump around a bit. Sometimes, it’s to simplify later steps, sometimes it’s to keep momentum while glue dries, but usually it’s because I’m getting bored/frustrated and need to focus on somethung else for a while.

I know: TMI…
 
I know: TMI…
Never!!! It does help to move around - maintaining momentum and interest. Can't tell you how many times I wanted to throw L'Orenoque in the trash because of the relentless list of things to do. Always one more thing! Ranting. I'll save it for my log :p. I hope, with all of the work you've been doing, you and your Admiral are settling in nicely to your new home.

Blessings. Peace. Gratitude.
Chuck
 
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