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Obtaining a kiln for a good price or finding the services of a kiln owner might not be that difficult to do.

Consider contacting studios in your area to see if they offer firing services. Often operators are glad to take in some extra firings to supplement their costs. Check the phone book for potters and porcelain doll makers. Call and ask.

Community centres and potters often offer classes in ceramics. Take a class. They may offer services to past students.

Potter suppliers may offer kiln services or may be able to refer you to one of their customers who does.

Watch for a used kiln. There are small electric models available that operate on 110V and often folks buy one with a hobby in mind then do not follow through with it then sell them very cheap. Potters suppliers will have a for sale board up in their facility. You can always put a 'wanted' up on their board or even in the local newspapers.

Artisans often congregate in a community. Finding a community and making a day trip might result in finding a lead on a good deal.

When you find a source, you have also found an 'expert' who may be willing to help you expand your horizons in making pots.

Good luck.

B.

23-Nov-2006	#39
Bgw bonsaiTALK Craftsman Join Date: Oct-2006 Location: Langley Country: Canada USDA Zone: 8 AHS Heat Zone: 2-3 Posts: 62	Obtaining a kiln for a good price or finding the services of a kiln owner might not be that difficult to do. Consider contacting studios in your area to see if they offer firing services. Often operators are glad to take in some extra firings to supplement their costs. Check the phone book for potters and porcelain doll makers. Call and ask. Community centres and potters often offer classes in ceramics. Take a class. They may offer services to past students. Potter suppliers may offer kiln services or may be able to refer you to one of their customers who does. Watch for a used kiln. There are small electric models available that operate on 110V and often folks buy one with a hobby in mind then do not follow through with it then sell them very cheap. Potters suppliers will have a for sale board up in their facility. You can always put a 'wanted' up on their board or even in the local newspapers. Artisans often congregate in a community. Finding a community and making a day trip might result in finding a lead on a good deal. When you find a source, you have also found an 'expert' who may be willing to help you expand your horizons in making pots. Good luck. B.