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Post by ashleeannajones on Mar 16, 2024 1:59:56 GMT -5
  second picture is it by a piece if the same rock I finally got a saw so I could fulfill my lifelong curious joy of “these rocks could look like ANYTHING inside” Grateful to upgrade from rock smashing to cutting. I started the shaping of my first … pendant? Or can I call it a cabochon? But this is after craving the basic shape, what is the best method to shaving of the extra that is warping the shape? |
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Post by 1dave on Mar 16, 2024 6:37:33 GMT -5
First steps are such fun.  I'll be watching. |
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Post by liveoak on Mar 16, 2024 8:13:08 GMT -5
what is the best method to shaving of the extra that is warping the shape? What do you have ? Maybe a Dremel & carving bits for shaping, then silicone carbide wet dry paper or diamond on felt buffs for polishing.
Keep at it, you'll get it nice & shiny 
Patty
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dshanpnw
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Post by dshanpnw on Mar 16, 2024 8:31:29 GMT -5
Hello, I kind of like the baroque shape of it as is, it gives it an ancient look and feel which might do okay as a wire wrap. You could refine the shape using a dremel. Have you ever heard of a cabbing machine or flat lap? These are the machines of choice for the lapidary artists, but they cost $$$. Buying a trim saw was a game changer for me. I used to break rocks with a chisel and hammer. Do you know what type of rock this is? Where did you find it? Thanks for posting. Doug
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Post by miket on Mar 16, 2024 8:36:23 GMT -5
I used a dremel for several years, then polished in a tumbler, until I finally got a vibe and a cabber.
It takes a while with a dremel but it's an affordable way to start...
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Post by rockjunquie on Mar 16, 2024 8:58:03 GMT -5
miket did a great job by hand! (the post above mine). Keep at it, you'll get there. Make sure you use water and wear a mask. Your lungs will thank you.
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NDK
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Post by NDK on Mar 16, 2024 9:21:15 GMT -5
You can also grind the cab gently on the side of the saw blade then tumble to finish.
And depending on how handy you are, equipment is fairly easy to build & that saves a ton of $
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Post by miket on Mar 16, 2024 9:29:10 GMT -5
miket did a great job by hand! (the post above mine). Keep at it, you'll get there. Make sure you use water and wear a mask. Your lungs will thank you. Thank you, ma'am! 🙂 |
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Post by ashleeannajones on Mar 16, 2024 16:19:23 GMT -5
I used a dremel for several years, then polished in a tumbler, until I finally got a vibe and a cabber. It takes a while with a dremel but it's an affordable way to start... I want one so bad but yes they are so expensive, I’m trying to make do and still get my druthers lol. I found it in Arizona! I believe it’s jasper! I can’t tell it’s red and green, It almost looks like petrified wood in some parts but I’m not positive |
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Post by ashleeannajones on Mar 16, 2024 16:20:28 GMT -5
You can also grind the cab gently on the side of the saw blade then tumble to finish. And depending on how handy you are, equipment is fairly easy to build & that saves a ton of $ That’s what I have been starting to try today, but I didn’t know I could tumble it to help! |
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ThomasT
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Post by ThomasT on Mar 17, 2024 14:09:00 GMT -5
When I was very young man with not much money, I used files, sandpaper, corundom blocks (like whetstones), and harder rocks to smooth and polish my primitive first rock carvings. I liked getting hold of some softer stones like Serpentine and such to fiddle with. Might not be much help... but for what it's worth...
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