Tumbling Crazy Lace Agate - A Tutorial

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  • čas přidán 30. 06. 2024
  • Learn to tumble Mexican Crazy Lace agate using a rotary and vibratory tumbler.
    Want to see how the rest of them turned out? Here's a video: • More Mexican Crazy Lac...
    This playlist has many more of my tumbled rocks: • Rocks in a Box - Michi...
    If you don't have a vibratory tumbler, you could check out these videos:
    Rotary tumbling with ceramics: • Rock Tumbling Tutorial...
    Rotary tumbling with plastic pellets: • How to Polish Rocks wi...
    Recipe:
    Rotary tumble using coarse grit, such as 46/70 silicon carbide. Check rocks weekly and set aside any that are acceptable.
    Lot-O Tumbler:
    2 days with 2 Tablespoons 220 or 120/200 silicon carbide grit
    3 days with 1/2 teaspoon 500 aluminum oxide grit and 1 tablespoon borax
    2 days with 1/2 teaspoon aluminum oxide polish and 1 tablespoon borax
    Optional: burnish for 2 hours or more in 2 tablespoons of borax
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    0:00 Coarse Stage in Rotary Tumbler
    24:29 220 Grit in Vibratory Tumbler
    37:37 500 Grit in Vibratory Tumbler
    41:38 Polish in Vibratory Tumbler
    44:47 Finished Rocks
    46:04 Slideshow

Komentáře • 2,3K

  • @laurenjacobsen7273
    @laurenjacobsen7273 Před 2 lety +34

    I’m so glad you don’t use the annoying CZcams free music! Thank you for that. Your videos are the most informative ones that I have seen, I really appreciate you sharing your knowledge with us all.

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 2 lety +5

      I'm glad to help out. I hope you're able to turn out some shiny rocks.

    • @user-rk1bf4eh2p
      @user-rk1bf4eh2p Před 2 měsíci

      I feel the same way I can't listen to that any longer

  • @beccasikes9352
    @beccasikes9352 Před 4 lety +333

    Wait, this reminds me of something. Did you see the rocks in the beginning? They were rough-cut and kinda cool, but not very pretty. They definitely had potential, but they weren’t at their best. This makes me think, sometimes, we have to go through hard times, (the tumbling) to find out who we truly are and to discover our true potential. We have to be “tumbled,” much like the rocks, which came out beautifully in the end. Hard times don’t define us, but they sure do shape us.

  • @jewler915
    @jewler915 Před 3 lety +115

    "Dont use your own tooth brush by the way"
    "This is my wife's " 😂😂

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 3 lety +13

      That's just good advice all the way around.

    • @dorsetdumpling5387
      @dorsetdumpling5387 Před 3 lety +4

      My wife uses mine to clean the black mould in the shower

    • @jewler915
      @jewler915 Před 3 lety +4

      @@MichiganRocks all fun n games till you catch her scrubbing the toilet with your toothbrush 🤣🤣

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 3 lety +5

      @@jewler915 Oh thanks, now I'll never brush without thinking about that.

    • @roylovin906
      @roylovin906 Před 3 lety +1

      @@jewler915
      Please

  • @yaimamartinez9576
    @yaimamartinez9576 Před 4 lety +128

    Did you really watch 48 minutes and 49 seconds of rock polishing?!!
    Me: YES!
    Do you regret it?
    Me: NEVER!!!!

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 4 lety +7

      Thanks for staying the whole time!

    • @karen_ard
      @karen_ard Před 3 lety

      same!

    • @carlajoycelaron857
      @carlajoycelaron857 Před 3 lety +1

      and i'll happily watch it again 😍

    • @dewandamichellebohannonden8474
      @dewandamichellebohannonden8474 Před 2 lety

      STUDY THIS METHOD & want to know what the ceramics are for? Do they help polish smooth or are they used to take up space! I cut grind carve shapes like wings hearts & usually by the time I get finished by hand they're smooth rounded should I still put them through the whole tumbling process for a wk at a time or could I do tumbling 123 for 1/2 wk then polish for a wk & still come out glassy. One more thing what is the biggest tumbler made because I've had people request book ends & things of a bigger size than my tumbler can handle. Love your ideas!

  • @wadecook8102
    @wadecook8102 Před 2 lety +18

    I know this is an older video, but I just felt like mentioning how much I appreciate how matter of fact you are, how well organized, and your unending resourcefulness like that big tumbler setup! No complaints, thanks for awesome videos! :)

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 2 lety +5

      I really need to remake this video. My video and audio equipment has been upgraded since I made this one. I'm glad that people are still finding it helpful. My tumbling methods haven't changed.

  • @jayefoster3212
    @jayefoster3212 Před rokem +6

    I’m impressed at how thorough his explanations are at no part of the video drag on I was engaged in the entire process it’s fascinating. I’ve been wanting to begin tumbling rocks with my grandson he’s very interested

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před rokem +1

      It's a great activity to do with kids. It's also fun to just do by yourself if you don't have any kid around.

  • @jennybetzful
    @jennybetzful Před 2 lety +8

    I originally watched this video when it first came out and it was super helpful. A couple years later, now, I have a new tumbler with two 6-pound barrels and am tumbling Mexican crazy lace for the first time. Going back to this video was exactly what I needed to stay motivated with all those cracks and vugs!!
    Thank you for all that you bring to the rockhounding and tumbling community!
    You really do ROCK!!

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 2 lety

      Thanks, Jenny. I have a couple newer videos showing how to tumble with just a rotary tumbler. I'm not sure if you have seen those.
      Rotary tumbler with ceramics: czcams.com/video/dYGFal0e1WY/video.html
      Rotary tumbler with plastic pellets: czcams.com/video/EnNvywwztr8/video.html

  • @jennifersalmon9541
    @jennifersalmon9541 Před 4 lety +15

    This is so fascinating. I had no idea that it took so long to tumble rocks. What a neat process, and such a beautiful end result.

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 4 lety +4

      For results like this, I think it's worth the wait.

    • @queenbee9505
      @queenbee9505 Před rokem +1

      ​​@@MichiganRockslol. This is the FAST version. Try getting to a point like this in JUST a rotary tumbler...

    • @74KU
      @74KU Před rokem

      @@queenbee9505 I am a purist, I prefer to only collect rocks naturally tumbled and polished by waterways.. Millions of years work there for sure.

    • @queenbee9505
      @queenbee9505 Před rokem

      @@74KU indeed.🤣🤣

  • @JanVafa
    @JanVafa Před 5 lety +32

    I love that you explain the terminology as you go! It makes so much sense that way!

  • @mpowersmedia3219
    @mpowersmedia3219 Před 4 lety +5

    Wow. Had no idea the process to get polished wet looking stones took that long. Those are amazing. Each one kaleidoscope looking and very unique. What a beautiful rock. Thanks for sharing this video.

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 4 lety

      You can get them shiny faster, but I like to get every last little hole out if I can. That's what takes so much time. It's worth the wait, in my opinion.

  • @brownthia
    @brownthia Před 4 lety +3

    For anyone who enjoys collecting rocks. This video is a wonderful tutorial.
    Highly recommend watching the entire process. And then seeing the beautiful results!
    Hope this gets people into a new hobby! Thanks Michigan Rocks! My husband and I love watching your videos.

  • @karonxls
    @karonxls Před 4 lety +39

    I love the finished results. You are awesome as a teacher as well. I have loved rocks from an early age of around 4 yrs old. Thank you for sharing your passion.

  • @Babsy1316
    @Babsy1316 Před 4 lety +56

    This video was fascinating. It took a lot of work and time but the finished rocks are stunning. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge.

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 4 lety +1

      Babsy1316 you’re welcome!

    • @sarahstrong7174
      @sarahstrong7174 Před 3 lety

      I have used a darning needle to dislodge grit from rocks before. You can put bright coloured yarn through the eye to ensure you do not lose it.

  • @deniseangonese564
    @deniseangonese564 Před 4 lety +13

    My wife’s toothbrush...without missing a beat ! LOL 😂
    The third one in the slide show was awesome ! Although most look like surfaces of distant planets !

  • @iantuck6364
    @iantuck6364 Před 2 lety +3

    The finished stones were amazing. And, thanks for not including any irritating music, it was great the way you did it.

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 2 lety +1

      I haven't gotten too many complaints about not including music.

  • @berniceseigel6482
    @berniceseigel6482 Před 4 lety +5

    Those finished rocks are a gift from the heavens

  • @oldjagman
    @oldjagman Před 4 lety +102

    I never cease to be amazed at the beauty inside of the rocks around us. Thank you for a very interesting and informative tutorial.
    Do you have a link to the slideshow? Thanks again for keeping it music free

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 4 lety +2

      Here you go: forum.rocktumblinghobby.com/thread/87146/crazy-lace-tumble

    • @billrobbins5874
      @billrobbins5874 Před 2 lety +2

      All that beauty hidden. What a wonder a rock tumbler can reveal. Really nice job. Didn't realize how involved rock tumbling can be.

  • @bonniefaltz9505
    @bonniefaltz9505 Před 4 lety +21

    This was very interesting. I have a new appreciation for tumbled rocks now. Did not realize how long it takes. But oh the beauty that lies in rocks and no two are the same! BTW, becca sikes' comment would aptly apply to these days. And you better get your wife a new toothbrush!

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 4 lety

      I had to do a search to remember what Becca said. I think you're right that it probably applies to what we're going through.

    • @user-ns7ng6xm3p
      @user-ns7ng6xm3p Před 2 lety

      سلام عاشق برنامه های شما هستم تازه اشنا شدم خواشا زیر نویس فارسی بگذارید تا از برنامه خوبتون استفاده کنم تشکر

  • @McChrister
    @McChrister Před 4 lety +10

    Some of the rocks are like a Picasso/Dali painting....I am mesmerized! 🤩Thank you very much for your time, effort and sharing it with us on CZcams. Blessings and luck send your way from Canada....🙏🏼🍀🙌🏼🇨🇦❤️

  • @kathyflint3850
    @kathyflint3850 Před 4 lety +13

    We have enjoyed your channel several times and decided to subscribe! Those crazy lace agates are beautiful, and, thank you so much for not adding music. The splendor of the rocks on the slide was all we needed!!

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 4 lety +3

      I have had several people thank me for not adding music. I just got my first complaint about not having music yesterday. The free music that people put on their videos kind of bugs me sometimes, so I decided to just go without. Thanks for subscribing.

  • @thomasnathan7328
    @thomasnathan7328 Před 4 lety +9

    Thankyou for patiently taking us through all those tumbling process to show us the end result. The rocks are gorgeous. Tammy🌻

  • @laszlosoltesz3772
    @laszlosoltesz3772 Před 5 lety +10

    Thank you for the tutorial. Much more involved than the 4 stage instruction that came with my Lortone. Will be adding a 500 grit step and a burnishing step to my next batch.

  • @XL2man
    @XL2man Před 2 lety +2

    As a beginner I found this to be the most valuable of your tutorials. Because of it, I've ordered a five pound vibratory tumbler which I will use for all but stage 1, plus I've ordered Mexican crazy lace rocks. Thanks for your help and inspiration.

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 2 lety +1

      I’m glad to help. Sounds like you’re about to have some fun!

  • @jodigould765
    @jodigould765 Před 4 lety +9

    I’m truly amazed at what nature & you have created. Thank you for showing us a piece of your artwork.

  • @donnamartin28
    @donnamartin28 Před 5 lety +4

    I really want a setup like you have that will run my 8 - 3 lb drums. Thank you for sharing your expertise!

  • @rmarty550
    @rmarty550 Před 4 lety +8

    I’ve been thinking about getting into tumbling, great video with lots of info, thanks!

  • @daniellaben-david6301
    @daniellaben-david6301 Před 4 lety +3

    Oh my, such amazing and beautiful rocks.

  • @bullzdawguk
    @bullzdawguk Před 4 lety

    Now. There's a thing never asked for on CZcams and rarely offered by uploaders. Credentials. Count me impressed. Very interesting clip. Also, influential, since I am now considering this as a new hobby. One can never have too many hobbies, in my opinion.

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 4 lety +1

      I felt a little weird showing a trophy before the video, but I've seen way too many rock tumbling videos where people filmed their very first attempt. When I was starting out, I wasn't interested in seeing first attempts, but rather experienced tumblers.

    • @bullzdawguk
      @bullzdawguk Před 4 lety

      @@MichiganRocks Precisely. When I watch a tutorial, I want to learn from experience, not watch someone gain it. My pet hate are the tutorials with egos. Pewdiepie is to blame for this trend, I reckon.
      Anyway, good call with the trophy. Not weird at all. Personally, I believe there's a huge difference between confidence and conceit, but only a fine line separates them. Peace.

  • @jerrycallender9927
    @jerrycallender9927 Před 5 lety +7

    I just discovered you and so glad I did. I've had interest in doing this for 20+ years and watching you convinced me to just do it!

  • @deniseview4253
    @deniseview4253 Před 4 lety +5

    The bumpy one as you called it is my favorite. Most beautiful one.

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 4 lety

      It sure was the most unique one in the batch. I like the one in the thumbnail the best though.

  • @BlackOnyxCat
    @BlackOnyxCat Před 4 lety +12

    Wow!!! Absolutely beautiful stones!! After watching your process I have even more appreciation for polished stones. Your slide show was so worth the wait!! Thank you so much for sharing how the polishing process works.

  • @kristiejacobs4854
    @kristiejacobs4854 Před 4 lety +7

    I could sit and stare at these all day long❤️😍

  • @deltabravolima1514
    @deltabravolima1514 Před 4 lety +3

    Amazing how nice they turn out. Interesting process, thanks for sharing.

  • @pattywpschoonbeck49
    @pattywpschoonbeck49 Před 4 lety +3

    Wow! Something to aspire to! Beautiful polish on some gorgeous rocks.

  • @michaeldonovan6076
    @michaeldonovan6076 Před 7 měsíci

    Its amazing isn't it for a few weeks of tumbling,you bring out the charictoristics of thousands of years of formation ,yet each piece is measured by time,its own unique charector.
    I wounder how many people in the world,awaking to a new day thus never look to see the beauty of nature that surrounds them,
    Yet we must live in a world with the threat of survival beckoning at our very door.
    Yet the rocks and nature continue reaching into the abiss time awaits no man only that high polish of yester weeks awaiting to leap into a new future of protection,continuing for a thousand more years or more.
    It reminds me of the film.
    The Rock where man strives to dig through rock in order to find freedom from incarceration.

  • @user-rk1bf4eh2p
    @user-rk1bf4eh2p Před 2 měsíci

    That's the first time ever looking at something quite like that, beautiful

  • @mckinnisrl
    @mckinnisrl Před 4 lety +53

    Thanks for leaving out the annoying music. Good job on the info.

  • @zestyzirlonia6665
    @zestyzirlonia6665 Před 2 lety +3

    That was really interesting. I can see you take pride in your work. Lace Agate is a truly beautiful rock. Now I know why rumbled rocks are expensive. Thanks for sharing 🙏🏻

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 2 lety +2

      I'm a bit of a perfectionist when it comes to tumbling. It takes a long time, but I'm happier with the results if I make them as perfect as possible. Not everyone is so picky.

    • @zestyzirlonia6665
      @zestyzirlonia6665 Před 2 lety

      @@MichiganRocks I like collecting crystals and it disappoints me when I get them through the post and they aren’t as stated on the site-chipped and with the dirt holes in them. Really, and honestly, It’s great to see someone who takes pride in what he does. It’s a pity that not everyone is as self conscious when it comes to their work.

  • @ROCKINWHEELERS
    @ROCKINWHEELERS Před 11 měsíci

    4yrs ago and you've been Tumbling Rocks years before this video you've posted - A DEFINITE BLAST FROM THE PAST. My goodness the Crazy Lace Agates you have Tumble

  • @GLesbihonest
    @GLesbihonest Před 4 lety +5

    The bumpy one is my favorite! It's unique! 😊

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 4 lety +1

      It's certainly unique. My favorite is the one in the thumbnail. The bumpy one is my second favorite.

  • @todloeffelholz7921
    @todloeffelholz7921 Před 4 lety +26

    I’ve watched several videos on tumbling rocks and you for sure have the best results. Thanks

    • @scottyz1982
      @scottyz1982 Před 2 lety

      So after all that ( they look great by the way ) what u do sell them?

  • @MarlainaAtkins
    @MarlainaAtkins Před 5 lety +8

    One of the best tutorials that I've seen. Thanks for sharing!😎

    • @anjoherbal
      @anjoherbal Před 3 lety +2

      What is the name of the black powder you put in the rock ? It look like gun powder . Can you please tell me .

    • @MarlainaAtkins
      @MarlainaAtkins Před 3 lety +1

      @@anjoherbal silicon carbide abrasive 60/90 grit for stage 1

  • @yliberal6355
    @yliberal6355 Před 4 lety +2

    Those are absolutely incredible. That one rock is awesomely beautiful, it doesn’t need anymore tumbling to me.

  • @SharonD369
    @SharonD369 Před 4 lety +2

    Wow this was great, the finished stones look amazing. 👌👌👌

  • @susannaude8514
    @susannaude8514 Před 4 lety +6

    Incredible! I've never seen this process. Absolutely marvellous. Thank you sir, for sharing this. You are very organised and you know your stuff. Happy tumbling!!

  • @jhyland87
    @jhyland87 Před 4 lety +4

    Wow, the end results look amazing!

  • @charleyf.3758
    @charleyf.3758 Před rokem

    Unbelievable... I've been watching other CZcams videos where you have to burnish in between each stage, and use different grits or even wash your stage one rock each week, running more new grit when you used more rough rock! You got better results while getting the newer rough rocks ready for the next stage. I watched it because I just invested in some Mexican Crazy lace agates and wanted to see how you did them. You did not disappoint. And thank you for sharing your skills and knowledge with the rest of us folks that are beginning and have an interest in this hobby.

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před rokem

      I often do a short burnish (actually just a wash) between stages. I only run them for about an hour in the Lot-O when I do. I sure doesn't hurt to make sure all the grit is off the rocks before moving to the next stage.

  • @chriswillis5173
    @chriswillis5173 Před 4 lety +1

    Thank you for this tutorial. Your efforts have accelerated the learning process for me. This is greatly appreciated.

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 4 lety

      I'm glad I could help. I couldn't find another good one on CZcams. Most tumbling videos are by someone doing it for the first time.

  • @patwhit8414
    @patwhit8414 Před 4 lety +13

    I had no idea it took so many processes to make rocks shine! They turned out beautifully! Thank you for sharing your hobby with us.

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 4 lety +1

      Pat Whit you’re welcome!

    • @Macaw02
      @Macaw02 Před 4 lety +1

      Great Teacher You are! Thanks Again for Sharing your Knowledge!

  • @mageist1
    @mageist1 Před 4 lety +6

    Super beautiful. I also believe all the imperfection is what make them perfect.

  • @thesteveprichard
    @thesteveprichard Před 4 lety

    I'm now learning to cut in half the rocks. But, I put everything back in for another 7 day tumble. I'm learning and thanks!!!!!

  • @martic51
    @martic51 Před 4 lety +2

    One thing is for sure, you are a patient man! I would have been happy with the batch after the first run!

  • @PingerProspecting
    @PingerProspecting Před 4 lety +7

    That was a very good tutorial. I am just beginning to tumble and have had some good and bad results. This will improve my game. Thanks for the lesson !!!!

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 4 lety

      You're welcome. I'm glad you found it useful.

  • @judyhobday4760
    @judyhobday4760 Před 4 lety +5

    Such beautiful stones.

  • @peterripson
    @peterripson Před 4 lety

    You started with plain old rocks and after many many weeks of work you came away with a fantastic pile of...........rocks.

  • @davechittenden1657
    @davechittenden1657 Před 4 lety +1

    Stunning works of natural beauty ..thank you for sharing your passion with me.
    Music free was a real bonus

  • @gonefishing3644
    @gonefishing3644 Před 4 lety +3

    This is the best video on rock tumbling I have seen. Thank you.

  • @susanboggs1612
    @susanboggs1612 Před 4 lety +5

    I would really like to see a video of your barrel tumbling system you manufactured in that cabinet! How fantastic!

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 4 lety +1

      Ask and you shall receive (as long as it's convenient for me).
      czcams.com/video/6qIcK2ZohGM/video.html
      czcams.com/video/PAMOCc2BNJM/video.html

  • @theworldisavampire3346
    @theworldisavampire3346 Před 4 lety +2

    I need to own these rocks. I wish I had time to tumble them, but my soul is craving to hold one right now. They are Exquisite. ❤️

  • @thesteveprichard
    @thesteveprichard Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks again, I just put my crazy lase in for the 3rd week. Wow. this is great Michigan!!

  • @BetsyRoutmanMarks
    @BetsyRoutmanMarks Před 4 lety +6

    That was a great video. I can’t believe how long it takes to achieve your goal! What patience you have! I’m an artist and I use a hair dryer to hurry up the process. Thanks

  • @malcolmsplace
    @malcolmsplace Před 5 lety +23

    The best tumbling video I've ever seen. Well done!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @lilalightandlove421
    @lilalightandlove421 Před 2 lety

    Absolutely gorgeous results! Still laughing at your toothbrush comment! Thanks for the giggle!

  • @fabarkat
    @fabarkat Před 4 lety +2

    Wow there are know words! I am spell bound by the transformation thank you for sharing your knowledge.

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 4 lety

      There _were_ a few words. I’m glad you liked it.

  • @MichiganRocks
    @MichiganRocks  Před 4 lety +3

    I tumbled the rest of this batch after making this video. If you would like to see them, they're in this video: czcams.com/video/sN0GKK0K6Hg/video.html
    If you're wondering what I do with my tumbled rocks, here's a video to answer your question: czcams.com/video/jZ9Dns9ioX8/video.html
    If you don't have a vibratory tumbler, you could check out these videos:
    Rotary tumbling with ceramics: czcams.com/video/dYGFal0e1WY/video.html
    Rotary tumbling with plastic pellets: czcams.com/video/EnNvywwztr8/video.html

  • @jbolf6
    @jbolf6 Před 4 lety +4

    Those are amazing, thanks for sharing this

  • @heatherlawrence1896
    @heatherlawrence1896 Před 4 lety +2

    Good job on your win's! Amazing gems unpolished also.

  • @luannehorting2441
    @luannehorting2441 Před 2 lety

    I noticed that you gave me two videos to watch. The second one is the tumblers I use. It was very helpful. Thanks again.

  • @Jonasolsenwoodcraft
    @Jonasolsenwoodcraft Před 4 lety +38

    Wow! that is pretty amazing

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 4 lety +7

      I guess that's why I keep doing it. I love the transformation.

    • @jokersaddiction
      @jokersaddiction Před 2 lety

      @@MichiganRocks just found your channel, and am enjoying it. Fellow michigandet here Go Blue! Was wondering if you could recommend a tumbler my daughter's have been collecting rocks for years and would like a tumbler. Would like to keep it under $200 if possible appreciate your recommendation. Thank you.

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 2 lety

      @@jokersaddiction I'd get a Lortone 33B from either Kingsley North or the Rock Shed. There are links in the description. That was the tumbler I bought for my son and I when we first started and I think it was a great choice. You can get one for under a $150, but you'll have to buy some grit and ceramic media too. They have been a little hard to get since covid started. If they're out of stock, send a message to either of those places and they'll probably hold one for you.

  • @Yourname3000
    @Yourname3000 Před 5 lety +3

    Nicely done, thanks for sharing ~

  • @thesteveprichard
    @thesteveprichard Před 4 lety +1

    Thank you so much for showing us idiots, newbies, how to make great rocks!

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 4 lety

      You’re going to have to post pictures of your results!

  • @DrJones-nh4my
    @DrJones-nh4my Před 3 lety

    patince is a virtue. never knew this applies to making beautiful rocks.

  • @aparecidafavero6112
    @aparecidafavero6112 Před 4 lety +5

    Não me canso de ver esse vídeo. As pedras parecem pinturas. Lindas demais.

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 4 lety +1

      Obrigado. Estas são algumas das minhas rochas favoritas.

  • @zanezone5007
    @zanezone5007 Před 5 lety +4

    They're all pretty amazing when its done... Extremely gorgeous! Loving them all!!! New subscriber here! 😘

  • @sylviahilxebrant7141
    @sylviahilxebrant7141 Před 3 lety +1

    Those rocks take my breath away!! Didn't realize how much time and effort went into polishing -- but omg how worth it. You do such a beautiful job!

  • @stead750
    @stead750 Před 4 lety +1

    The pictures at the end were astonishing. Thank you for the video, very well done.

  • @janiemiller280
    @janiemiller280 Před 4 lety +3

    This is quite a process but Beautiful!💕

  • @thomasstrathmann7105
    @thomasstrathmann7105 Před 3 lety +10

    I’ve been tumbling for over a year now and learned so much during this video! Thank you so much. I’ve always heard that each step was about a week besides the polish stage. I’ve ended up with some nice pieces over the years but I’m going to get this method a try. I definitely needed to be more patient in the rough grit phase... I also learned so much on burnishing and why a vibratory tumbler is key during the last stages. Thank you so very much! Now I’m going to have to shop around for that tumbler. Also, my jaw dropped when you opened your cabinet revealing your tumbler. I finally upgraded mine but you sir have the dream set up right there. I love your pieces! Do you sell any online?
    Thanks again.

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 3 lety +2

      Nope, no online sales. The big cabinet replaced a Lortone 33B, Lortone QT66 and a Thumlers AR2. I don't use the Thumler's barrels on the big one because they tend to leak. I'm using all my Lortone barrels and some more Lortone barrels on it.
      I'm glad you liked the video. Hopefully you can apply what you learned to your own batches.

    • @thefirstrealjaylee
      @thefirstrealjaylee Před 2 lety +1

      I've been tumbling rocks for over twelve years, and I learned a lot as well.

  • @danielcesena7951
    @danielcesena7951 Před 4 lety

    Beautiful work, thanks for the view. After my move and unpkng , back to rock polishing using your method. GOOD JOB !

  • @maryc.grider2691
    @maryc.grider2691 Před 3 lety +1

    Some of those would make an amazing necklace! Thanks for giving us more of an appreciation for polished rocks!

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 3 lety

      It's hard not to appreciate something as amazing as crazy lace agate.

  • @JudyWaray
    @JudyWaray Před 4 lety +4

    Wow that’s amazing 😍

  • @billriccobono
    @billriccobono Před 4 lety +8

    The BEST! Thanks!!!!!~

  • @debbielucas7792
    @debbielucas7792 Před 3 lety +1

    How amazing to see the transformation, hard to believe there's such beauty in the finished rock. Absolutely gorgeous!!

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 3 lety

      Yep, these rocks are just amazing. They're one of my favorites.

  • @swindderman7093
    @swindderman7093 Před 4 lety

    Beautiful work. One definitely had the shape of the Mediterranean Sea! The rock patterns look like they were painted on. Amazing results. Thank you for your video.

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 4 lety

      Crazy lace is one of my favorite rocks. They really don't look like something that occurred naturally.

  • @amandag2053
    @amandag2053 Před 4 lety +3

    "It isn't a good idea to use your own toothbrush for this. I use my wife's" haha! great video. I don't own a tumbler, or have any raw rocks to polish, but this was a very relaxing, interesting video to watch.

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 4 lety +1

      I'm glad you enjoyed it. I made it for people who actually want to tumble their own rocks. I thought it was way too long to just watch it for entertainment.

    • @millerviz
      @millerviz Před 4 lety +1

      I liked the wife's toothbrush bit too. Absolutely dead pan.

  • @cynthiachoate2536
    @cynthiachoate2536 Před 4 lety +7

    Wow! I love rocks. Some of them look like old world maps

  • @terrykogane4617
    @terrykogane4617 Před 4 lety +1

    Very much enjoy watching your videos! The rocks turn out so beautiful! Thanks for the journey!

  • @udinbata
    @udinbata Před 4 lety +1

    Found a new level of respects on nice looking rocks !..

  • @grendelum
    @grendelum Před 5 lety +8

    I really appreciate your decision to not include music at the end, you’re quite right it’s largely annoying. The finished stones were really beautiful and your tutorial rather good as well. @meMiner here on the yewtewbs does some excellent tumbling videos worth scoping out...

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 5 lety +1

      I am a subscriber to MeMiner. I like his videos.

    • @grendelum
      @grendelum Před 5 lety

      Cool... I figured folks interested in these things know most of t’other similar(ish) channels but I wanted to put it out there as I enjoy his vids as well... just in case ;-)

  • @user-yv6ix6eh1v
    @user-yv6ix6eh1v Před 2 lety +3

    Сколько тайн в обычном на первой взгляд камушке... красота.. Спасибо 😊

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 2 lety

      Эти камни очень разнообразны, и все они были собраны на очень небольшой территории.

    • @user-yv6ix6eh1v
      @user-yv6ix6eh1v Před 2 lety +1

      @@MichiganRocksУ вас Золотые руки и ещё дар увидеть в обыкновенном необыкновенное 👍

  • @ednabart1199
    @ednabart1199 Před 4 lety +1

    I watch these videos over and over as I find them fascinating. Any one of these stones would look awesome in a cuff bracelet. My favorite is the bumpy one as I love texture. You do awesome work. At 71 I’m a little old to start another hobby as I already do watercolor and mixed media. I do still collect rocks since I was little, my passion. I’ll just keep checking in on your searching and polishing.

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 3 lety

      If you ever change your mind, tumbling doesn't really take that much time. I check my barrels once a week and it takes about an hour. I have gotten into other aspects of the lapidary arts that take up much more time, but tumbling isn't that bad. Or, if you'd rather watch me do the tumbling, that's ok too.

  • @elainebates6967
    @elainebates6967 Před rokem +1

    They all turned out magnificent and thank you for your informative videos. I enjoy your videos of the methods and the finished rocks.

  • @AmberWaves444
    @AmberWaves444 Před 4 lety +8

    Don't use your own toothbrush for this....use the wife's! lol 😋. Amazing video, thanks.

  • @KatyDidRocks
    @KatyDidRocks Před 4 lety +4

    That giant rock tumbler gives me the green envy feels. :D Did you make it yourself?

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 4 lety +2

      A friend of mine designed it and I built it. Here are a couple of videos about it:
      czcams.com/video/6qIcK2ZohGM/video.html
      czcams.com/video/PAMOCc2BNJM/video.html

  • @Moonlightraveler777
    @Moonlightraveler777 Před rokem

    The prettiest coolest crazy lace I’ve ever seen! I want one 😅🙌🏻👋🏻💕

  • @simpleman2004
    @simpleman2004 Před 2 lety

    Its hard to believe how cool looking some rocks are, I pick up cool looking rocks when I'm on a creek but know nothing except some of them look cool. Polishing really brings out the Beauty.

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 2 lety

      I had not idea that rocks like this existed in nature until I started with this hobby. These are some of my favorites.

    • @simpleman2004
      @simpleman2004 Před 2 lety

      @@MichiganRocks Your video got me thinking about my next trip to a creek, and maybe an amateur rock polisher, Im no expert but I do appreciate natural beauty. do these really pretty rocks exist in Texas? or are they mostly in the north? Any Idea?

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 2 lety

      @@simpleman2004 The rocks in this video are from Mexico. I didn't collect them myself, I bought them. There are some great rocks in Texas though. There's some great jasper, petrified palm wood, and other stuff. I couldn't tell you what part of the state that different rocks occur, but with a little research you should be able to find out what's available.

  • @pedraspreciosasdoBrasil
    @pedraspreciosasdoBrasil Před 4 lety +3

    Like muito bom like, 👍✌😁😇

  • @timcarver5492
    @timcarver5492 Před 4 lety +5

    This is the third time I've watched this. I have just ordered 5 lbs of crazy lace agate, going to try it for myself. I only use a rotary tumblers so it will take even a little longer. Do you see any benefit to adding borax to the rotary tumbler? Thanks!

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 4 lety +1

      I finish almost all my rocks in a vibratory tumbler, so I don't have as much experience with finishing in a rotary tumbler. When I have finished them in a rotary tumbler, I haven't used borax.

    • @TrixieRed
      @TrixieRed Před 4 lety +1

      The borax burnishing step in a rotary tumbler works wonders! I do it after both pre-polish and final polish using either borax or Ivory soap, about 1 Tbsp. per pound of rock.

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 4 lety

      @@TrixieRed I think Tim was asking about adding borax during the tumble, rather than as a burnish between stages. I have used it between stages, but not mixed with the grit. Have you used it with the grit? Does it improve anything?

    • @TrixieRed
      @TrixieRed Před 4 lety +1

      I've never used borax and grit together. I think it would actually prevent the grit from doing it's job in a rotary. Those suds might keep the grit in suspension. I've only used it between steps. I've been thinking about getting a vibratory tumbler, and your video has me pretty much convinced that it's the way to go! Love your tumbler set ups, and amazing results

    • @timcarver5492
      @timcarver5492 Před 4 lety

      Thanks, yes, in watching the video I see borax added to grit. I was just curious if that would be of benefit in a rotary tumbler. I do use ivory soap between each stage and burnish at the end. Perhaps I will add borax to the final burnish?

  • @jamesmcginn6291
    @jamesmcginn6291 Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks for telling us up front to skip to the end if you are mostly interested in the rocks. Absolutely beautiful! I almost didn't bother. I think you should put these up front.

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 4 lety

      Yeah, that video got a little out of control lengthwise. I didn't put the finished rocks up front, because I didn't want to spoil the ending for people interested in the whole video.

  • @sharonduvall7286
    @sharonduvall7286 Před 4 lety

    This is so interesting! I had no idea it would take so long to make these, but wow are they beautiful! Thank you for showing us this process and sharing these amazing rocks

    • @MichiganRocks
      @MichiganRocks  Před 4 lety +1

      Most people think they can be done in a few weeks. I could get a shine on rocks in a few weeks, but they wouldn't be as perfect as these are. I like to get out every little flaw, but I guess you knew that from watching the video.