Gayle maintained her interest in pottery over the next twelve years while she worked as a social worker. After the birth of her third child, a desire to be with her young children and her love of the art finally persuaded her to pursue pottery professionally. She began entering retail shows, established a number of wholesale accounts through sales representatives and has maintained a thriving business since 1987.

According to Gayle, "The highest compliments I have received over the years have been that I made someone's favorite mug or other often-used item." She adds, "I am always open to suggestions for
new items."

Sugar Loaf Pottery is named after Sugar Loaf Park, a nature preserve in Granville, OH, which occupies the hill behind the home where Gayle produces all her work.