Still 'On the sick'.

Unfortunately, Lady Luck has not been on my side again this month. I attempted to slow down and try to 'reset' after moving studios again, due to ongoing firing issues with my kiln, numerous expenses, and fixes. I was enjoying being back on the wheel, making mugs and vases again. However, the stress of the past year, as well as the general stress of being self-employed and attempting to save money and apply for a mortgage, has definitely taken its toll on my health. The past few weeks of...

Another highly challenging month. I'm aware it is the 6th of July at the time of writing, but unfortunately, it has been another highly stressful month of uncertainty and expenses! This month I've been met by even more firing issues with my kiln. It has now had a new thermocouple, contactor and controller as well as being completely rewired. These repairs have cost me a lot of money and put me out of work for the past couple of months. My business has certainly taken a hit, and not only that,...