3 Simple Ways to Share What You Make
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My answer is; it depends.
If the result is very variable, and the method or materials flexible, I would go with the first person - this is what I did, you can try your own version. First person example.
If the project's success depends on following the instructions closely - if you do this, this and this, then this cool thing will happen. Third person example.