The weather has been unstable at most. Looking at the kiln log, there are more days with wind over 20 mph this year. We had over 85 degrees in early April, and had snow on the ground two days ago followed by the hurricane like winds over the weekend.
I saw this cloud on Friday. I have never seen something like that. Reminded me of the movie, Close Encounters of the Third Kind.
I had firing on last Wednesday with high wind; most of pieces were fine, with some oxidization. Over the weekend, we had great turnout for the building-wide opening. Many great arts were displayed.
Lilac is blooming everywhere. This is a time of year to make chopstick holder. It is very simple. Press down the actual leaf on a slab of clay to get nice impression, and use it as template, and cut to shape.
I use the giffin grip (15 years old). This is great invention. Last 6 months or so, I have hard time centering with it. Last week, one of bottom bracket got broken. I suspect the part broke off may has been loose for a while. I tried glue it temporary with super glue, PC-7 and epoxy until the parts arrive. None of glue worked. The part comes with three sets of the bracket. It seems centering better now.
Unloaded the kiln yesterday. Was good firing.
I have been throwing lots of pots, actually clay is down to 4 boxes (200lbs). Yes, I used 2200lb in less than one year! I can finish them next week. Tons of bisque-wares are ready to be glazed.
We had 80 
degree record breaking days last week, and really enjoy the very warm – unseasonable weather. The spring is here, with winds and unstable weather. I have been holding the glaze firing for at least two week now. I probably can fire the kiln without problem, though. This is great way to build up inventory before the show. First two shows are at the first two weeks of June. I will have firing every week in May.
Please check my schedule !
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