During October, we had freed up time for kiln building but as the decision to house the kiln outside the stable block had been taken we had to wait for the builders to complete their restoration of the roof. This proved to be an interesting project for those builders who were taking NVQ qualifications. Part of their brief was that they work on unusual structures (in which case the kiln is an ideal project); however, because of the curve in the roof the tiling had became a very intricate pattern and enough to keep them busy.
While we waited we did some research into the sourcing and cost of materials. We found that the cost of the bricks alone would eat up the funds available and came up against another problem when approaching a metalworker that was to make the ironwork frame. He queried the height of the chimney and refused to give any estimates until a structural engineer approved our plans. Apparently building regulations here are much stricter than those in Hungary.
November flew past with fairs and selling events. I took part in a wood firing at Sue Mulroy’s kiln in Derbyshire and Sarah joined the Sherwood wood firers group at Thoresby, Notts to fire her work. We were both pleased with the demand for our work at the Yorkshire Artspace Open Studios and made some good sales.
