So far I have bought parts without a designated design but I buy parts any time I get an idea, and now I have options. I am looking forward to advice and tips as well as inspiring anyone else with my efforts.
I sympathize with the buy-stuff-and-then-decide-details approach. I hope to go down a similar path at some point so I'll definitely be watching this one. Good luck!
See my proyects. I think we are in the same team. Any question are welcome.