Now that we're a few days into the second half of the year, I've been reflecting on how quickly people make decisions online. Whether someone is selling a product, offering a service, sharing their work, or building a community, people usually decide within a few seconds whether they want to keep looking or move on. I've noticed that sometimes it's not about working harder or creating more content. Small things that seem easy to overlook can make a big difference in how people experience what you've built. I'm curious... What's been your biggest online challenge so far this year? Has it been: - Getting people to notice what you do? - Turning visitors into customers or clients? - Explaining your offer clearly? - Building trust? - Something completely different? I'd genuinely love to hear what you've been experiencing. Reading other people's answers might help someone else who's dealing with the same thing.

How big is your kiln and how long does your it take for a bisque fire (06-04) and a cone 6 glaze fire? I imagine it depends a lot on size and insulation, but I’m looking for an average. I feel like my first firing took forever, but I don’t know if that’s normal or if I need to look into other firing programs.

It's always special to meet another potter in person. I had dinner with @Kimberly Cook yesterday. Today I'll meet @Angela Petty , @Lori Turner and @Kendall Carpenter .

Hi Everyone, I am new to the group and excited to be here. My name is Eileen. I have been doing pottery for a little over a year so still learning but am hooked.

Do most people use clay with or without grog for mugs/cups? Also trinket dishes?