Relocating Firefly to the Garage

If you've been following my journey, you know it's been a wild year for my firing schedule. What started as a casual hobby a few years ago has really taken off, and with that growth comes some growing pains. For a while now, my beloved kiln, Firefly, has been tucked away in the basement. It was a great spot at first—isolated and perfect for the occasional firing. But as the demand for my work has increased, so has the frequency of my firings, and the old setup just isn't cutting it anymore.

The past year, in particular, has been a challenge. Between the fluctuating weather and, most notably, the persistent wildfire smoke, I've had to delay several firings, sometimes by multiple days. It’s incredibly inconvenient to have my entire schedule thrown off. And then there's the whole issue of managing the house temperature. I have to turn off the AC or heat when I fire, and while the house stays comfortable for the first 12 hours, after that, it starts to get pretty uncomfortable. Then, I have to wait for everything to air out before the house can return to a normal temperature.

This got me thinking. How can I fire more often and without all the disruption? The answer became clear: relocate the kiln to the garage. This move will solve so many problems at once. I'll be able to fire more frequently without having to worry about turning off my HVAC system. Plus, with an exhaust fan planned for the garage, a little wildfire smoke won’t be an issue anymore. The exhaust system will keep everything moving and vented properly, so I can keep firing and keep my deadlines.

I'm so excited about this change. The electrician is scheduled to come in two weeks, and while I know it's going to be a bit of an investment, I also know it will be worth it. Business often requires a little pain to gain, and this is one of those times. It won't be easy getting Firefly moved from the basement to the garage, but I have a good feeling that it's all going to go well.

Stay tuned for updates on the big move!