I began designing a 3D Mosaic Mural for my backyard more than a year ago. It's hard to explain here but it promises to be spectacular.... just trust me. During the design process, my boss gave me a small ceramic butterfly with the engraved quote, "Do what makes your heart smile." I had immediately thought to use it in my mural but the more I thought about it, this butterfly inspired me to want to incorporate many life quotes that resonated with both my husband and I and that were guiding principles for our lives. Since I didn't own a kiln, I reached out to many artists on Etsy to contract an artist to create mosaic tiles to spec for me to incorporate in this piece, but that proved to be quote expensive.
So... I decided to look into getting my own kiln. I reviewed models and manufacturers and ultimately decided on the Skutt KM-818. I configured a Craigslist email notification and in less than 24 hours, I was driving to Elk Grove, CA to buy my kiln (which normally retails for $1100) for $175.
So... I decided to look into getting my own kiln. I reviewed models and manufacturers and ultimately decided on the Skutt KM-818. I configured a Craigslist email notification and in less than 24 hours, I was driving to Elk Grove, CA to buy my kiln (which normally retails for $1100) for $175.
Next up... how to power it and where to put it!
I contacted an electrician to install a subpanel in the desired location with a NEMA 6-250 receptacle. Next my husband built a surface for this and last on the list is building a suitable enclosure to protect the kiln for when it is not in use. Soon... I will be able to not only realize the 3D mosaic mural I'm looking to install on the back of my house, but also I'll be able to realize another project I've been designing for several years: a totem pole project that marries symbols from both my husband's and my own heritage: a blend of both of us.
I contacted an electrician to install a subpanel in the desired location with a NEMA 6-250 receptacle. Next my husband built a surface for this and last on the list is building a suitable enclosure to protect the kiln for when it is not in use. Soon... I will be able to not only realize the 3D mosaic mural I'm looking to install on the back of my house, but also I'll be able to realize another project I've been designing for several years: a totem pole project that marries symbols from both my husband's and my own heritage: a blend of both of us.
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