the_cora•1mo ago

Appreciation post: Giving the kiln its full cool time

I used to cut the cooling short to move faster. One piece popping from stress taught me to never skip the wait.

3 comments

3 Comments

jordan_webb1mo ago

Apply that patience to your whole drying schedule too.

olivia8571mo ago

Nah, I'd rather get it done quick.

sageadams1mo ago

Come on, that's just being way too careful. I crack my kiln lid as soon as the elements shut off to speed up the cool down all the time. Most of my stuff is simple shapes and they come out fine, no cracks. You just gotta know what your clay and glazes can handle.