Have More Fun! – August/September Issue of My Molds!

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	Dear Subscribers, Can you believe that it’s September already!? That means most of us will have more time to spend doing the things we love. Like creating! So be sure you have the molds needed for when you get the urge to make something fantastic! You can help Mad About Molds to continue bringing you the best in craft ideas and assistance by forwarding this newsletter to your crafty friends. New readers, Click here to Subscribe. When you’re ready to start a big project of selling or gifting your new creations be sure to read this month’s article first. It has all the tips to help you be productive and the best you can be. “How to Work Smarter, Faster & Have More Fun!” Please take the time to sit back and enjoy this issue of My Molds! All the best, Marjorie with Mad About Molds   “inspire”	August 2012 Issue
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	FEATURED MOLDS Great Balls of Fun! Show off your team spirit by making accessories that reflect you’re in the game. Here just a few examples of what we have to offer. Each mold is numbered to help you search for the ones you need. OUR FAVORITES Just a few of our favorites! We just wanted to share with you a few of our molds that are favorites with our customers. These molds seem to be the ones that are loved by many. Everyone has their own style, so if these aren’t what you are looking for remember that we do have 1,000 molds to choose from on our website at www.MadAboutMolds.com. THIS MONTH’S ARTICLE How to Work Smarter, Faster & Have More Fun! Summer vacation is nearing an end, and the holidays are right around the corner, and your craft inventory is not where it should be for upcoming projects.... Relax and take a deep breath - Time is on your side. With some simple time saving strategies you will be able to produce more in less time, and enjoy the process. 1.      Take time before beginning your latest project to gather all of the necessary tools and materials. Much time is wasted looking for that one essential tool that you just KNEW was there. 2.      Get yourself a healthful snack and plenty of water. Refreshments are necessary to keep alert, healthy, and working at optimum level. 3.      Clear the decks. A clean space will create a lower stress environment. You will think clearer, feel calmer and more organized, and be better able to locate items necessary to the project at hand. 4.      Set up an assembly line. What ? Aren't assembly lines what they have at big manufacturing companies ? Yes, but you can create a mini assembly line at home. By using the same strategy as the larger companies but on a smaller scale, you will be able to produce much more than you can by completing one item at a time. For example: Cut out multiples of each item, base paint all the red sections then move on to the green, add all the buttons then all the raffia .... Set up your assembly line in whatever way will be the most comfortable and efficient for you. 5.      Turn up the music. Something lively that keeps you moving at a brisk pace. 6.      Keep moving. While the paint or glue is drying, do something else. Just keep going ... Each small step will mount up. 7.      Don't save that step for tomorrow. Even if it's something small, get as much done as you can - NOW. When you get back to work the next day, those small steps that you already accomplished will save time and stress. 8.      Take photographs. Even if you are POSITIVE that you will remember how you made those items, take photos. Not only for the purpose of time saving, but also record keeping and as a portfolio of your work. 9.      Tag the items. Don't wait until later ... They aren't done 'til you tag 'em. 10.  Take breaks. It's easy to get caught up in the creative process, time just seems to fly by. Make sure you take time out, walk away and get a fresh perspective. If not you may end up daydreaming and slowing down. There you have it - Ten easy strategies to speed up production and make the most of your creativity and time.
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