“Final paint finish on the slide”
So, if you’re lacking the inspiration, diligence or just sheer desire to take on big projects, Cosman has some advice for you: “I know a lot of DIY folks look at these things and balk. It’s too big, too expensive or impossible for them. I try to motivate people to focus on what they can do, not what they can’t. Then press themselves to just be willing to learn a new skill because they want the outcome—like eating an elephant, these projects are one bite at a time. Just keep pressing forward. Visualize the outcome, but focus on the thing right in front of you. When you make a mistake, fix it or roll with it. Don’t get lost on it.”
He continued: “Also, projects like this aren’t a solo endeavor. My brother and sister, who are both more artistically inclined, helped a bunch. My bro in particular. My girlfriend helped too. We also had all our kids help as well so that they could feel a part of it.”