Category Archives: Studio

A Day in the Life

Posted on October 20, 2012 by Rae

Since I have been making and selling pots, I have met a lot of passionate and interesting artists.  It is on the of the unforeseen benefits of being a potter.  Among those are Speight and Nassim Farmer of A-La-Mode Photography … Continue reading →

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Activity in the studio

Posted on July 24, 2012 by Rae

The studio has been hopping over the last few weeks because we have been getting ready for the craft shows.  These sort of preparations are fun for me.  I like having a list of things to work on; and, I … Continue reading →

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Kiln Down

Posted on April 3, 2012 by Rae

When I first began making pottery, I was a member of a community studio where wheels, space, tools, and glazes were accessible for a small fee.  And, all the firing was handled by the studio assistant.   For most potters, a … Continue reading →

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A Make-over for my Kiln

Posted on December 31, 2011 by Rae

I live in eastern NC where we are often blessed with mild winter days.  Today was such a day.  With the promise of a warm afternoon, I decided to finish giving my kiln a make-over.  A few weeks ago, I … Continue reading →

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Open House and Studio Sale

Posted on November 21, 2011 by Rae

Our first annual Open House and Studio Sale is complete and it was a success.  We really enjoyed visiting with everyone who stopped in.  The weather was so nice that we were able to keep the garage doors open.  And, … Continue reading →

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Christmas in July

Posted on July 4, 2011 by Rae

I spent my July 4th weekend, welcoming Jeff home, visiting with friends and family, and making Christmas gifts.  I don’t usually start Christmas projects before the fall; but, with such a full craft show schedule, I have a lot of … Continue reading →

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Fortune Cookie Advice

Posted on April 28, 2011 by Rae

In 2008, my husband, father, and friends built me a studio. My dad has built several storage buildings so my studio is exceptional.  I love it.  It is 12×14 which doesn’t allow me the luxury of being messy.  But, it … Continue reading →

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New Year – Renewed Studio

Posted on January 17, 2011 by Rae

In the course of  preparing for 2011, Firetower Studio West received a face lift.  After working in the garage for the last 6 months, we realized that we weren’t using the space efficiently.  Maneuvering around tables, glaze buckets, and each … Continue reading →

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You say good-bye and I say hello

Posted on January 11, 2011 by Rae

I have been saying good-bye to 2010 and getting ready for 2011.  This is an extensive process for me because I am a goal setter and planner.  I never finish this process by January 1 and have come to accept … Continue reading →

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Vacation

Posted on December 27, 2010 by Rae

My last day of potting was December 21.  Julie and I worked really hard to fill orders and finish gifts.  We will get back to work at the end of the week.  But I am relishing the break and the … Continue reading →

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