Yes, I did unload 79 items from the kiln; all were fine, and the new circular kiln shelf made it through its first firing just fine. After having one crack in half on its first firing, and a second one damaged in shipping, I was relieved that the third time was the charm and the kiln now has a 26" full circle shelf.
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| 79 new pieces with personality...now bisqued. |
Here are photos of the new bisqueware which will be rinsed, embellished, glazed, and fired a second time. Next, the bottoms will be ground to be sure they are smooth. Then, the pottery will be ready for adoption. With Mother's Day coming up next month, hopefully these pieces will find new homes easily. Gift certificates are available for WillowAK Pottery. If that's of interest,
drop me an email note and we'll work out the details in a way that's convenient for you.
So, let the glazing begin! Think there is enough bisqueware on hand for two kilns of glaze firing
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| Yarn bowls. A nice gift for those who knit or crochet. |
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| Goblets with varied pedestals. Wine anyone? |
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| Mugs, each unique. Tea, coffee, or hot chocolate anyone? |
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| More yarn bowls designed to hold those beautiful yarns. |
Well, that gives you an idea of what's coming down the line. Much of this work will go to gift shops and galleries, but if you're in the Willow area and want to swing by, give me a call and we can arrange that. Or, if you'd like a gift certificate mailed to someone, we can make that happen, too, if you
get in touch.
If you're awaiting some work from me, hope this serves as a progress report of sorts so you know your pieces are in process.
Thanks for your interest in WillowAK Pottery.
~ Carol
