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Build Logs

Follow along with my diorama projects as they develop from concept to completion. Each build log documents the process, challenges, solutions, and lessons learned along the way.

What Are Build Logs?

Build logs are detailed progress updates that chronicle the construction of each diorama project. They include:

Latest Build Updates (Last 10)

English Country Garden - Build Log #4: Scenery Planting
October 01, 2024 - Brief one-sentence summary of this build log entry for listings.

English Country Garden - Build Log #3: Cottage Building
August 20, 2024 - Brief one-sentence summary of this build log entry for listings.

English Country Garden - Build Log #2: Base Construction
May 15, 2024 - Brief one-sentence summary of this build log entry for listings.

Log Cabin - Build Documentation
January 20, 2024 - Complete build documentation has been incorporated into the main project page.

Cathy’s Flower House - Build Log
December 26, 2023 - Building the charming Cathy’s Flower House miniature kit from Rolife - a delightful flower shop scene with intricate details.

Ss Great Britain - Build Log: Decoration
May 15, 2022 - Decorative details, painting, and final detailing work before completion.

Ss Great Britain - Build Log: Sails And Rigging
April 15, 2022 - Complex rigging work including six masts, sails, and associated lines and details.

Ss Great Britain - Build Log : Decking
March 13, 2022 - Deck construction and detailing work including planking, hatches, structural details and masts.

SS Great Britain - Build Log: Hull Construction
February 10, 2022 - Hull construction phase - assembling the iron hull and adding structural details.

SS Great Britain - Planning & Research
December 25, 2021 - Starting the ambitious SS Great Britain project with extensive research, reference gathering, and planning the build approach.

Build Logs by Project

Cathy flower house

English country garden

Log cabin

Ss great britain

What to Expect in Build Logs

Format

Each build log follows a consistent structure:

  1. Current Stage - What phase of the build we’re in
  2. Work Completed - What was accomplished since last update
  3. Photo Gallery - Progress photos with captions
  4. Techniques Used - Methods and skills applied
  5. Challenges & Solutions - Problems encountered and how they were solved
  6. Materials & Tools - What was needed for this stage
  7. Next Steps - What’s coming in the next update
  8. Time Investment - Approximate hours spent

Update Frequency

Build logs are posted as projects progress:

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Build Log Template

Planning to document your own projects? Here’s the structure I use:

---
layout: post
title: "Project Name - Build Log #001"
date: YYYY-MM-DD
project: project-slug
tags: [relevant, tags]
---

## Current Build Stage
Brief overview of current phase

## Work Completed Since Last Update
- Bullet points of accomplishments
- Each major task completed
- Progress highlights

## Photo Gallery
[Images of work completed]

## Techniques Used
- Technique 1: Description
- Technique 2: Description

## Challenges & Solutions
**Challenge:** Description of problem
**Solution:** How it was resolved

## Materials & Tools Used
- Materials list
- Tools required

## Next Steps
- Upcoming tasks
- Goals for next update

## Time Investment
Approximately X hours

Tips for Following Build Logs

  1. Start from Build Log #001 for each project to understand the full context
  2. Check the project page for overall information and status
  3. Explore linked techniques for detailed how-to guides
  4. Leave comments (once enabled) to ask questions or share your own experiences

Your Own Build Logs?

Inspired to document your own projects? Here are some tips:

Build logs coming soon! The German Sail Boat series will be the first to be published as the project progresses.