Because DH and I are both doing lampworking, we had to get 2 of all of the equipment except the kiln, and we bought a very large one of those. We both use mega minors with EX15 oxy cons and natural gas. Having that line run and the pressure boosted to 5 psi cost almost $1800 by itself. Fortunately, it was the only thing DH could not do himself.
Add in the tables for both of us and the kiln table, the good chairs, the wiring, the fans, the duct work, the shelving units, the glass, the tools (times 2), etc., etc, etc., and I don't even want to add up the receipts for tax time. We've made a guestimate at over $10,000. I won't even begin to mention the classes we've taken or are currently registered for at Corning (It is both a blessing and a curse to live as close as we do.)
Are we selling? Some.
Are we having fun? YOU BET!!!
Lisa and Phil
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