wonky, works.

who knew that i’d fall so hard for ceramics in the spring and that by summer i’d have a kiln and a wheel so i could be throwing/firing regularly by the fall. i have learned so much about myself as i’m still figure out how to fire pieces ( a whole other part to the process that is honestly the trickiest part for me right now), and i am excited about this new hobby of mine which feels nice.

this whole process is all about patience - slowing down, noticing, and doing all that you can to keep yourself from rushing. the clay won’t let you speed through it and i think that’s beautiful.

my patio has been one of my favorite places since moving here, but now even more so. it’s a small place to make work, but i am grateful for this cozy little zen den i am able to create in. it’s pretty peaceful to have the fountain and my neighbor’s wind chimes be the soundtrack of my making days ( along with the harry potter audiobooks, because what else do you listen to in the fall?). with temperatures dropping, ever so slowly, i am anxiously awaiting my morning throwing sessions where i won’t need a fan because the cool breeze will do just fine.

after three months of throwing and hand building, i have enjoyed seeing my progress while watching my pieces go from lump of clay to mug.

i just finished my first full firing and my pieces are almost fully ready to use. the firing process was honestly the hardest step, seeing that i know nothing about kilns ( hence, why i say almost ready to use - may need another cooking). the one i have is in great condition, but it’s used/older so i just should have researched more before my first firings - would have saved me a lot of stress and worry. but after a lot of previous mid-fire shutoffs, it’s cooking now, finishing up my second batch of work, and i think i’ve figured out the technical difficulties, which will hopefully make future firings quicker and more successful.

those little speckled buddies that i somehow made all by myself ( along with lots of moral support from my husband and pals) will soon be put to work and i couldn’t be more excited.

pottery is amazing!!!

i don’t know where this new hobby will take me, ( it’s kind of nice to just go with something and let it happen as it does) but i am excited to keep growing in it and make some pretty things to add to my daily life - and maybe yours too. :)

xoxo,

jg