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So why has the process on everything stopped? Simple, my vacuum-form machine failed. But I have at long last resolved the issues with it. This is a list of solutions for the machine:

Problem 1: Uneven heat distribution.
-The heater for the machine is not square, it's round. The edges remain too cool for the plastic to properly mold. Simple solution, use a second portable heat source, such as a heat gun or small blow-torch, and while the machine is running, heat the edges with the portable source.

Problem 2: Garden-blower malfunction.
-This machine's sucking power appears to be too potent, thus it does not suck the air as I want it to in order to shape the plastic (It's called "garden-blower", but it's got a second mode to suck leaves). Slightly expensive solution, buy a regular $30 vacuum and the problem will be solved.

Problem 3: Holed-board.
-Not enough holes on the board, the garden-blower's sucking function was an independent problem. But the fact the board did not have enough holes also affected the shaping process. Simplest solution, pick that drill up and get to work.

Problem 4: Plastic holder.
-I am the biggest moron ever for thinking that 4 cheap, thin, plywood boards were good enough to hold a plastic sheet over the heat source and not think about how all the heat was escaping. Solution, build a better holder that prevents the heat from escaping.

Problem 5: Vacuum hose.
-The hole for the vacuum-hose to enter was made on the side of the box, ruining one of the box's sides. Solution, remove the ruined side and replace it, and then make the hole beneath the box where the new vacuum's hose shall go in.

As you can see I have some work ahead of me, my machine looks quite amateur as well, but I shall build a more proffesional one in the future. Until then, I'll ensure this one works.

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~CrystalCircle 4 days ago  Hobbyist Digital Artist
Thanks for the fave! ^^
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~AAV-sama May 7, 2013  Hobbyist Writer
Well, how were those awful tests? I had no idea they would be so many. :pat: How you doing?
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~Venegal May 7, 2013  Hobbyist Artisan Crafter
In fear, I have no idea what will happen now, I don't know if I will graduate or not.
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~AAV-sama May 7, 2013  Hobbyist Writer
Oh, god. That sounds awful. It wouldn't be good to tell you not to worry, I know what that's like, but I know that it definitely wouldn't do any good.

You see, I believe in a concept where your mind is so powerful that it can attract all kinds of energy from the universe. I know it sounds cheesy and all, but I think it's true, from what I have experienced. The more negative things you think, with the more intensity and frequency, the more likely THAT is to occur.

So try to get rid of the negatives. Like, "I'm going to do better than tomorrow" or things like that. "It's going to be better than I fear". I understand you may have some low grades (who doesn't) but I don't believe it could be THAT bad.
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~AAV-sama May 6, 2013  Hobbyist Writer
Should I send something different on the note, or are you just busy? If so, I understand. You just got done with the finals.
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~Venegal May 6, 2013  Hobbyist Artisan Crafter
I ain't done with finals. AFTER tomorrow, I will be.
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~AAV-sama May 6, 2013  Hobbyist Writer
Oh. Wow, well, it's one more day, at least. Just one. What subjects were the tests of today about?
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~Venegal May 6, 2013  Hobbyist Artisan Crafter
The same that I will get tomorrow: English, Physics, Economics, Pre-Calculus, and Religion IV. Pretty much it, but my grade is pretty low on a few classes, along with the rest of my Senior class. The school is trying to make sure that 29 of us don't fail and end up not graduating.
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*Yautja-Dteinou Apr 27, 2013  Hobbyist General Artist
Thanks for faving: Yummy Cookies ^w^~!
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~AAV-sama Apr 26, 2013  Hobbyist Writer
Good evening. How did everything go? I was thinking of sending you a message earlier, but I wasn't sure. I was out all day, going from San Diego to LA and whatnot. How was school?
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