Starting a pottery studio at home can be an exciting and rewarding venture. But before diving in, it's important to set up your space correctly to ensure efficiency, safety, and long-term enjoyment. 1. Proper Ventilation is Key - One of the most overlooked aspects of home pottery studios is ventilation. When working with clay, underglazes, or glazes, harmful dust, like silica, and fumes can accumulate. These particles can cause serious respiratory issues over time. A well-ve

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As a potter, you likely spend a lot of time in your studio working with electricity to power your kiln, pottery wheel and other equipment. However, there are ways to save electricity and reduce your energy consumption without sacrificing the quality of your work. In this article, I'll discuss some tips for saving electricity as a potter and the benefits of single firing pottery. Tip #1: Choose Energy-Efficient Equipment One of the easiest ways to save electricity is to choose