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Comment on My Video Studio by Morna

Morna — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 23:58:04 +0000

The Kodak Zi8 is similar to a Flip only it has an external microphone jack. That was the reason I got this model. It was really easy to use. Some of the early videos I used the microphone, particularly ones that I filmed outside. On these I did not use the microphone. I bought a ATR-3350 lavalier microphone. And, I have a tall tripod that has a built-in level. Amazon does a good job of listing the Zi8 features. I noticed it cost more than when I bought it a few years ago, so I'm guessing it's had some upgrades. Overall, I happy with it. Let me know if you have any other questions.

Comment on My Video Studio by Daphne Greig

Daphne Greig — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 01:12:36 +0000

Your setup worked great Morna! Can you tell me a bit about the camera you used?

Comment on Are you afflicted with Bright Shiny Object Syndrome? by Morna

Morna — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 23:59:04 +0000

Kate, you are welcome. It’s amazing how much we can find to distract us when we want!

Comment on Are you afflicted with Bright Shiny Object Syndrome? by Kate

Kate — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 13:03:11 +0000

Morna, great article! I definitely get distracted by BSOs. And the computer. And the kittens. And….
Thanks for the inspiration to clean up and focus so I can move forward!

Comment on What’s in Your Reward Jar? by Laura Estes

Laura Estes — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 16:19:23 +0000

There are always certian aspects of any venture that aren’t the fun part. Most of the time they don’t take long, but you just keep putting it off. To overcome that I do the Dreaded Task first then allow myself a half ohour of What I Want To Do Most, which is usually applique, hand quilting or drawing new designs.

Comment on 7 Tips to Market Your Quilt or Creative Arts Book by Jenny

Jenny — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 19:42:41 +0000

Don’t forget SeamedUP! We not only have our What’s UP? page for industry news, we also have a publications and patterns library where you can be sure all your work is properly named and credited back to you. If you’d like to be a co-host for our podcast and talk about your book, we’d love to talk to you! Drop me a line at mail@seamedup.com for more info.

Comment on Are you afflicted with Bright Shiny Object Syndrome? by Morna

Morna — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 15:12:45 +0000

Thanks Rosalind. And, Celine, don’t you know I write them for me, too! This one I think is universal with fiber people. We have too many shiny, colorful things around us just naturally!

Comment on Are you afflicted with Bright Shiny Object Syndrome? by Donna L. Kooistra

Donna L. Kooistra — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 15:06:27 +0000

Thank you Morna for addressing this topic. It is so easy to be distracted. I find to really get my goals accomplished I have to set up 2-3 times during the day and evening I MAY check my email and make responses. I also have to work from a list and I employ a work-reward system. For instance: I must do x number of contracts before I can get that cup of tea or do some handwork or look at one of the many magazines calling me . It really keeps me focused to know there is “reward” at the end of list completion! Thanks again!

Comment on Are you afflicted with Bright Shiny Object Syndrome? by A Few Loose Threads » Blog Archive » Bright Shiny Objects

A Few Loose Threads » Blog Archive » Bright Shiny Objects — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:05:12 +0000

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Comment on Are you afflicted with Bright Shiny Object Syndrome? by rosalind beck

rosalind beck — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 12:15:38 +0000

Excellent article! Great ideas to stop BSO’s from making your current projects UFO’s!