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The Worst Maker in the Room
Too much planning leaves too little time for making.
I’M GENETICALLY PREDISPOSED TO DO THINGS TWICE. My dad would eagerly make stuff, only to have my mom tell him to do it over again, nicer and better. I could make a long list of stuff I’ve made that failed, including some that scared my wife and scarred me.
Ideas for new projects come at any time of day or night; my sketchbook keeps me on track. Jotting down possible solutions for ideas is the start of any project. I make it a rule not to get too detailed — I’d rather be testing and making as soon as possible. It’s better to act ...
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