Tumbling

Rock tumbling can be an enjoyable process of transforming your hunt into something even more beautiful. However, this fun hobby can also be tedious and …

Rock collectors know how hard it is to find those perfect specimens for tumbling. Some are lucky due to their local geology. In contrast, others …

Cutting and polishing jasper is not difficult and can be very rewarding. You can bring it to a magnificent, glossy shine with a few simple …

Rock tumblers use various types of grit in the multiple stages of the rock tumbling process to shape, smooth, and polish the stones. Knowing how …

Lapidary is the art of cutting and polishing precious stones. Natural opal variety gets determined by two characteristics: body tone and transparency and can be …

If you’re a casual beach stroller who picks up the odd pretty pebble as a keepsake, you probably won’t be interested in a rock tumbler. …