I Made a Full Sized CHESS SET for the Maker's Challenge! My longest Project Ever!

[@largent45]

That was absolutely freaking amazing! You have to be so proud of yourself to have completed that and on time! It looked phenomenal and I just am in awe of your talent! You are amazing! And what a way to wrap up this year's makers challenge! It was just an amazing week! So many talented creators! Thank you Theo for creating one of the most talked about weeks in lapidary and rockhounding!

[@kellyharper367]

Old disabled house bound dusty rusty rockhound here: I'm amazed. I'm so proud of you! Beautiful use of that deep jewel toned jasper. Smart idea to do stone vs. Wood . You truly have an artist's eye for balance, structure, and texture. I'm having a super weekend watching Maker's Challenge videos. Theo, you really have honored all us lapidary enthusiasts by starting the Maker's Challenge. Each year it's bigger and better. It's like the super bowl for us rock geeks! Can't wait till next year's MC. Geeze I'm stoked! Team Kellison...y'all 🪨 ROCK!!!

[@Gems-of-Hope-Rocks]

Awesome, impressive, inspiring, beautiful, difficult. I seem to only be able to state adjectives, I'm just in awe. Honestly!!!

[@OzoneFineArtVentures]

Holy Soapstone King of Challenges, what an incredible chess set. This turned out so incredibly well and definitely was worth the insane hours that you put into it. Thanks for organizing the Maker's Challenge and raising the bar ever higher for challenges to come. Rock on and get some rest before you start next year's challenge! Cheers!

[@MichiganRocks]

I'm speechless. Fortunately, I'm typing, not actually speaking. That's an incredible project. I'm patient, but not _that_ patient. I think I'll stick to butterflies. Nancy and I play backgammon almost every day. I've been thinking about making checkers for our game. I have not considered making the board. Now I feel like a real slacker that I haven't done this yet. You've inspired me to get going on that. Maybe I'll be done by next year's Makers Challenge!

[@michellestenton6430]

You are The King of Lapidary. Absolutely stunning project. The materials you used are gorgeous. You skills are out of this world freakin fantastic!!! This will be an heirloom for generations. Be proud Theo. So amazing.

[@MarlainaAtkins]

You've blown my socks off once again! That...was...EPIC!!! What a masterpiece. That jasper was something else. Hail to the master of sticks and stones! The amount of time you put into this...wow. I feel like such a little sheep with my little light haha! I need to start a lot sooner next time. I actually have mine planned for next year already! Thanks again for having me be part of this annual awesomeness of the makers challenge. Can't wait for next year! Cheers for years!!

[@kittygreenleaf427]

OMG Theo, you are truly a master of your craft! Absolutely beautiful!💜💜

[@johnsaucerhunter]

That was really refreshing to watch. You made something that can be handed down as an heirloom and tell the story of how you made this event that many talented and creative folks participated in called the "Makers Challenge" . Well Done!

[@offyarocka]

Makers Challenge 2023.......CHECK MATE!!!!!!! 🤪😜🤪😜 Awesome project and another rad year of entries!!! Thanks for making this happen Theo🙏🙏🙏

[@dustinfindsrocks]

Dude you are so talented Theo! This is a masterpiece

[@mirkatu3249]

WOW, this turned out incredible! I've never seen anyone make a chess set before, thanks for taking us along! 🙂

[@timlabute8930]

That is one of of the best projects yet love the jasper you chose , great job as always , love your channel

[@blutodo]

Theo, I know, you know how great your talent is. So young. So much more to come. What kind of future awaits you? Who knows. Amazing!

[@donnabeaudin9114]

Theo, that is amazing!! You do know you’ve just created a family heirloom,right? I loved watching the pieces take shape!👏👏👏👏👏👍👍👍Fantastic!!

[@cynergy4]

You can be very proud of yourself Theo! There are no superlatives to do it justice. You are truly a master artist! Everyone did such a wonder-full job this year, so kudos to all who participated!

[@AgateAngler]

BRAVO! That was excellent to watch. Amazing job Theo, thanks for bringing us along for the journey.

[@RockHoundingAdventures]

DUUUUDE! I can’t wait to see this. This is going to be Epic.

[@jerlynneallison6361]

I think this year's Maker's Challenge was an amazing success!!! All the projects turned out AMAZING!! Well done all!! 😍😍

[@QuestForDetails]

that was one heck of a project to try and pull off and you did it ! massive undertaking ! bet the feel of the pieces is real nice in the hand . thank you for another awesome maker's challenge !

[@tinadelaluz3197]

Congratulations Theo, the chess set is fantastic! This has been an awesome Makers challenge!

[@pamelasplace7429]

Absolutely stunning chess set!!! Great job!!! Every single project was wonderful! I enjoyed watching each video. Seeing everyone's process and finished creations sparks my creativity! Thank you Theo for hosting the Makers Challenge once again. Thank you to all who participated! Already looking forward to next year's Challenge!

[@betojdesigns]

Wow, Theo, you knocked it out of the park on this one. That is absolutely gorgeous! The amount of work you put into that project was phenomenal.

[@codyihler9881]

I was hoping you would be using your lathe. Amazing job as always Theo! Got some ideas for your future challenges. Appreciate all you do and hope you keep moving forward. Makers challenges are my favorite.

[@juliemckenna514]

Theo, you are the master carver! Wow the chess set turned out Beautiful! Looks amazing with the half wood half rock, really cool! And you are so patient😅Thank you for sharing your talent and the makers challenge, so fun, inspiring and interesting to see what everyone does and their process. Really love it, thank you and Alexis and all the makers for sharing their time and talent😊🤩❤️❤️

[@lisamills-wv6nc]

OMG, Theo! Did you go to college to learn all this, like carving, and fauceting gems, etc? Or are you just that gifted? Absolutely breath taking work! So AWESOME!!! 😊

[@patifagan6774]

SUPERB!BRAVO!AWESOMENESS?

[@CJFoxK]

Beautifully done, Theo!!! You did an outstanding job on this project!!! I love watching all the challenges!

[@donnalantz7981]

That turned out so spectacular. You are such a talented young man. You never cease to amaze me.

[@LynS.651]

That was a lot of work Theo! But it is so amazingly beautiful!!! Must have taken mucho patience! Bravo👏😊💜✌

[@hubertblackwolf]

😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮wow can't wait to see it

[@fenix02008]

EXCELLENT ❣️ Thx Theo for organizing Maker’s Challenge ❣️ Enjoyed the whole week and am Now subscribed to All the participants ❣️Keep on Rockin❣️

[@gingermackeen5741]

That's an amazing project, Theo! You should be proud!😊👍👍

[@sandmaker]

Woo hoo, yippee, hot dog, dang you finished! I like the juxtaposition of the wood against the stone better than your original idea of all stone. Well done to you and Alexis for a job well done. Keep the magic coming. Be safe, happy and safe healthy. 😷⚒

[@susie5710]

Theo that is absolutely astounding! Fabulous!

[@joang.cavanna2046]

So impressive! So unique! Awesome Beautiful. Well done. Thanks.

[@treeismee6062]

Bravo Theo!! The chess set is stunning as were all the other projects this year. I really couldn't pick a winner if I had too. Thanks for doing this for us viewers every year!

[@CurrentlyRockhounding]

The chess set came out looking so good! Thank you for putting this together and I'm really looking forward to next years Makers Challenge #5

[@patriciamckean4186]

Can't wait 😊 Don't play chess but you should find a place to display and use this set.

[@patriciamckean4186]

Oh my..that is so nice!

[@danielledavison4993]

Wow, just WOW! Freaking awesome 👌 👏 👍 😍

[@annepickering4234]

Looks absolutely fantastic. Well done. I've loved the whole makers challenge. Thank you.

[@danielmartin7838]

Gives a new appreciation for those cats who thought it would be a goid idea to build the pyramids.

[@camilovergara6653]

Just incredible! Amazing work and amazing bar you just set for the other Makers for the next year’s Makers Challenge

[@beckysmith3660]

Great job Theo that’s gorgeous. However, I cant see you sitting still long enough to play a game of chess!😂

[@justjulee9135]

Totally amazing! Really gorgeous chess set! What a huge accomplishment!

[@mitzy656]

I'm so proud of you! What dedication and persistance!

[@leaannlamoure2754]

You have absolutely outdone yourself with this one. Absolutely incredible !

[@406findings]

Beautiful work my friend 🍻

[@roxannsejkora1691]

VERY NICE job!!! That turned out AWESOME!!! ❤

[@delfic1108]

AMAZINGD!!! Thanks for all your hard work and showing us your process. You are soooo creative.

[@rockersfromaz3001]

You are a brilliant artist!!! Absolutely brilliant!!!! 🙌👍

[@michaelvandyke6715]

A very talented young man Theo.... 👌 Awesome job..

[@shelleybarron215]

Even if it takes a long time it is okay. The more time you take the more beautiful it turns out. Thank you for making such a beautiful chess set!

[@JaymeBaumberger]

True craftsmanship

[@judymarkel8029]

Way cool.! All the projects have been awesome🎉

[@sallythompson5071]

Impressive project! I like this challenge you put together, I look forward to it! Thanks.

[@christineg8151]

Absolutely gorgeous! I love the jasper you chose for the board. It's an incredible project. I know the stone was a pain to work with, but it was worth it!

[@oelschig123]

I was given a soap stone chess set when I was a kid. All the pieces and the board are made out of stone. Awesome project. Well done.

[@letitialouison7311]

Everybody did a wonderful job ❤❤❤❤🇱🇨

[@laurat5143]

❤ l love the chess set. It's beautifully designed. What a great job.😊Thumbs-up 👍

[@SistaJaine]

WOW! bloody amazing...nice 1

[@pretzeltime3900]

Absolutely amazing, Theo!

[@RockMyWorldKindaGirl]

Absolutely beautiful, incredible 😍 omgosh 😯 ❤️ love, love this! Brilliant Theo 👏 much love from Michigan 💦 💙

[@GordonVincent]

You should be extremely proud of the chess set and you amazing skill, the project was AWESOME !!!!!!!!!

[@cynthiadugan858]

Stunning! I am in love with that green jasper❤

[@colleen-neophyteores8191]

Amazing craftsmanship. What a bc piece to have in your collection. Thank you for always sharing and encouraging us all to think outside the rock

[@rebeccaday7076]

A+ for you. This is beautiful. You should be proud of yourself! TFS

[@MrRyan-fd9rd]

Great work brother. That was impressive. I’m sure you’re proud, and you should be.👍🏻

[@thrownasearched7779]

an artist in action. really enjoying his work. 👍

[@rebeccaofsunnybrookefarm8469]

I enjoyed watching this video.... excellent.

[@OzoneFineArtVentures]

Oh Wow, Dude! I'll edit this later but, Seriously WHOAH!

[@tehanistocks9070]

Oh my gosh it's so beautiful you did such a wonderful job amazing🎉

[@kaylinathompson3997]

Beautiful work! That is extremely impressive!

[@JeffMac261]

Never cease to amaze my man!! Awesome, awesome, awesome job!

[@TheOldladyB]

Absolutely gorgeous. Well done.

[@marinal9843]

What a beautiful work of art. Absolutely amazing ❤

[@valsummers5330]

No words What a gorgeous chess set The soapstone was brilliant Good on you! Best yet

[@fireflyidaho1]

That was freaking amazing!! You are so going to win this challenge!

[@jasondelgatty3583]

Way to organize the MAKERS CHALLANGE. Love your chess set. I am going to try and do the butterfly creation from Michigan Rocks. Loved his little butterfly collection.

[@pamcolechadwell1302]

Amazing, Awesome job they look great.

[@cherylduet672]

Watching all that was amazing. I saw a few of the other competitors works and my hat is off to all. Tough compotition.

[@aydamercado6798]

Pure beauty , I’m speechless !

[@RockAndRollRockhound]

That was the best one yet!! Congrats on a great job Theo!! I’m hoping to make the Makers Challenge one day. 🤘😎🤘

[@Rockin_in_Kentucky]

Wow that's awesome, most beautiful chess set ever!

[@nancygaxiola5412]

You are so talented! Spectacular!

[@elainebates6967]

Absolutely beautiful job Theo!

[@metteudengaard8831]

That is so beautiful. 😍

[@mackie_p]

This is mind blowing! great job!!

[@bfmglobal]

Hey Theo, Great Channel. Glad I stumbled across. Looks like I'm your 30,000th subscriber! Hope you get many more!

[@gracemccoy1970]

Wow Wow Wow!

[@mommarichman]

Absolutely gorgeous!

[@keithcunningham7925]

That was frickin awesome I think this is the best makers challenge you blew this out of the park

[@Rocktwister]

Super impressed with the idea of using the lathe on the soap stone! Your work really paid off! Beautiful set!

[@ceeclearly6840]

I am so impressed! Your talent is off the charts.

[@delilahamiano7751]

So awesome. This chess set is beautiful.

[@preciadocr1ss]

Really beautiful, good job!

[@donaldgilliland4145]

Wow,you are the man👍👍

[@CheckOutBushy]

Beautiful job mate, the pieces came out amazing and the board is epic af! Really love the series and everyone's work, can't wait for next year's challenge's. 🤓🙏

[@cathyhagen3143]

Wow beautiful!!!!

[@celestesanterre796]

Stellar!