Dilemma

Decisions, decisions. It has been an ongoing dilemma about which kiln to buy. I ended up choosing a Skutt 1027, single phase--- which arrived today and it goes up to cone 10. Was really interested in a Skutt 1227 KM, but it was $800 more! If only money grew on trees.

This has not been easy. I keep telling myself that I have a house payment, that I soon will need a new car, and that I need to keep saving $. My other rationale is that I really don't see myself as a full-time potter ever--- it's a wonderful avocation, and well, if I decide to ever go full-time, I can purchase another kiln that is a bit bigger and use this one as a bisque kiln. This kiln- the 1027 is a good basic kiln, it just looks small. And, it can go to cone 10 which is a plus. 7 cubic feet inside, compared to 9.9 in the other. Still, I understand it can hold 38 tea bowls. And, they say it's the most popular-- a good basic kiln--- actually, a bit better than a basic one.

I've got to look forward on this and keep moving ahead. I also am mindful that I don't make many big pieces.

I also made the decision to buy a kiln before the purchase of a washer and dryer. Sometimes one has to do what one has to do. Creating a studio is EXPENSIVE.

That's my kiln rambling for the day. Pictures tomorrow and a trip to Starworks to contemplate which kind of cone 6 clay to buy...

Any words of insight? What kiln do you use?

I tell myself that this is a good choice for now. It is a beautiful kiln. It will be more beautiful after the electrician comes and wires it, etc... and it's ready to go.

On another note, buying a wheel was MUCH easier. I have a brent C. I'm already loving it. My plan is to get my hands in clay at the wheel on Sunday afternoon. :)