Making a Carbon Fiber, Marble, and Copper Wedding Ring!

Literal blood, sweat, and almost tears went into this one, so I hope you enjoyed it! Subscribe for more videos like this one.
This was a fairly complex ring and needed a lot of explaining as I was making it so the video ended up being really long, I'll try to keep my next one about 10 minutes in length. Please let me know in the comments what you'd like to see me do for my 10,000 subscribers giveaway!
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[@PatrickAdairDesigns]

Visit my ring supplies website to start making your very own rings: bit.ly/2yPhGpC

[@randyspence4780]

I like to have one of or ring 14 inches bet I don't have the money

[@pinkrainclouds2190]

I cant get over what a hot mess it looks like up until the very end and then its magnificent!

[@jonathanmellette8541]

Things I love about this video: 1) You talk about having 10k subscribers. Now you have over 500k. Congrats man, a dream come true, I'm sure. 2) You show your mistakes. As a jewelry maker on the hobbyist level, it's so nice to know I"m not the only one that can have a crappy day when it comes to trying to get something done. Thanks for showing us the difficulty in cutting that marble. The videos that make everything look SO easy hurt my soul when I try and have problems ;) Congrats on an amazing talent, an extremely successful KZbin channel, and all that goes along with that.

[@liamc1102]

The talent comes from consistent work & love for the craft.

[@michaelcastelan4370]

Hey Patrick, new but big fan, when drilling through marble or granite, make sure your bit is obviously diamond coated and second don't keep going up and down with the press. The repeated pressure is what makes it break so just let it spin and go down slowly and consistently while keeping it lubricated. I work with granite and quartz as my job and know how fragile it is but that should help a lot

[@michaelcastelan4370]

Patrick Adair Designs I love your rings dude. I have a thing for rings and these are right up my alley and your process is very simple but beautiful. Very well designed

[@samrobins4280]

Michael Castelan b

[@XicD]

Michael Castelan I bet this is his job too

[@BurningTurtle98]

I don't think you know what you talking about. Personally if i were the one making the videos, and i had someone leave a comment as informative and well thought out as the one you are responding to (as opposed to the kind I'm sure you'd leave on a video if you saw them doing something different than you would do, "Tat not how u do tat stoopid"), I would appreciate the input regardless of whether or not the person commenting was saying something i already knew. Constructive criticism is how people learn.

[@antimattermemes3491]

as someone also in the granite business, i agree with Michael Castelan

[@chrismechanic2000]

i like your work patrick, just a few tips for you, the reason the granite is breaking is because it is not supported correctly, look back at your vid and you can see it flexing under the cutting pressure, you need something harder than a few strips of wood under it, a slab of alloy would be better, and support all of the marble not just the edges. also try mounting or clamping the dremmel to the tool post of the lathe for more accurate results when you are grinding down to a final size, this will leave you with alot less runout. for good results in machining a good setup is usualy more crucial than cutting for a good result with less runout. if you have any questions feel free to ask.... great vid.

[@GearheadDaily]

My very same thought.

[@larryspiva7390]

I am not Patrick. I just wanted to let you know that tip is going to help me. I was just going ask what is the best way for a beginner (My self) to start.

[@Nikenik2001]

Interesting video, didn't know anything about ringmaking before. Don't forget you can add voice over to your videos when you're doing things like sanding and polishing. Just saying "And now I spray on some water and polish with 320 sand paper" makes for a nicer viewing experience then silence. :)

[@papnlilly]

Hey mate great channel! I drill through marble, glass and porcelain all the time. You've gotta have a completely flat surface otherwise every time you apply pressure the twisting and flexing caused by an uneven surface will break, snap and shatter these materials every time. Hope that helps for next time. Your a great artist and I love your rings!

[@TheMacClayne]

I prefere the ronded shape of your first ring than this flate one, but it's just a matter of personnal taste :-P I see you are making progresses, your store web site evolved too. Things begins to be serious ^^ I hope you have great success anda lots of orders :-] keep going

[@Cornet_Tooter]

You're a braver soul than I, putting your fingers that close to the chuck!

[@drewmalesky9869]

Awesome work! I have an idea for you. State rings. Every state has a state tree and a state mineral. For example, California would be Redwood, and serpentine.

[@projectnostalgia5427]

Me being sad because i'm aussie and Queensland wouldn't be made

[@Triumvirate888]

I would love have one of these, but with white carbon fiber, white marble, and brass loops.

[@lipeakter1590]

Love from bangladesh. We are your big fan sir. The people of bangladesh are like your videos sir. Love from bangladesh.

[@MaryOKC]

Excellent workmanship!

[@HUNtastic1]

Wow! Your work is amazing! I can't stop watching your videos....

[@kellymichel7679]

Very unique and beautiful, helluva job!!! 👍❤👍❤👍❤👍

[@raachedhenia2177]

hey patrick I am an 16 year old boy from belgium and i just got subscribed to your channel. I alread love your work. keep up the good work and i hope your channel will grow a lot more also for the give away you shoud do an titanium and meteorite ring (that's my personal favorite)

[@christophermoran8961]

Legit just found this guy on youtube cuz I watch blacksmiths and im gana start saving up to buy a ring they're too 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@builtunique_1689]

I love to see more glow inlay rings.

[@philipdegenova6926]

Fine Piece Of Work. Fascinating To Watch True Craftsmanship Unfolding Step By Beautiful Step. One more thing..........I'd really love to see an inlay of 24K gold rather than that of copper. This is not to say that copper isn't beautiful in its own right - but it's just that I have this odd fetish for this - the most marvelous of all materials on earth - - solid gold. The weight; the color; the glistening quality and the exquisite feel of the most precious metal there is [Im my humble opinion.]

[@gojifan54gaming15]

I like the way it looks at 20:58

[@barbaracorry4199]

WOW! I can only wish (DREAM) about making rings. I have been turning pens for 6 years. What does a ring like that sell for, and, do you know of anyone who teaches classes on this art. What you just did was masterful and produced a beautiful piece. Thanks for sharing.

[@thisdude53]

you might want to verify your speed on the drill press or use a better coolant than just water as well

[@dank9427]

October 2017 here. In 6 months, Patrick went from 10K to currently 73K subs. Great job, huge channel growth!

[@jeremy7356]

Dan K * 80k

[@aaroni6172]

Dan K 84k now

[@alyksjames1603]

90k

[@malaise92]

112!

[@Orphican]

121k !!

[@lindasandidge7471]

I'm a new fan! I love it!!! Just beautiful!

[@miropribanic5581]

wonderful idea and design, and you have a very interesting collection on your website, too.

[@AcrimoniousMirth]

I prefer the curve on the original tbh!

[@sanzano8497]

One day I'll be intrested in this ring

[@MikeSnap85]

Very cool ring man. Nice work!

[@AndreyLis]

it's very cool, a great master of rings

[@paulbutler101]

Hey Patrick. I accidently stumbled across one of your videos and have been binge watching for the past two days! Excellent stuff. I'm a woodworker and never thought of making rings until now. You've totally inspired me. Question, what mandrel is that you use? I've been trying to locate one and have had no luck. I have similar for my wood lathe but yours looks like it would be more precise. Thanks for the great videos and the inspiration! Keep them coming!

[@Deerslyr81]

Bud 16:45 you got .003 run out by hand!!! You are the man and that’s why I’m subbed and now looking to get a lath and all the equipment I need to start building rings hopefully a 1/16 as good as yours! You have and suggestions on the equipment you don’t sell on your website? Thanks for your time, and keep pumping out those awesome videos!

[@littleboy437]

Good Job 5 Stars

[@maurissamunoz92]

I think this ring is just beautiful and very unique, I was wondering if you ever made this ring with a diamond in the marble?

[@kirkhollis7550]

I want a size 10!!!!!!!

[@aussieangie9399]

**accidentally gives couple beat up ring** ... “Accidentally” ;)

[@nvry]

Nice very nice

[@eddieagha5851]

This video is old, so you may have already done this but if you fabricate or buy a tool holder to mount on the lathe bed for your Dremel your facing-off for your rings will be less time consuming and more precise. Also from one stone cutter to another support whatever you are cutting on the bottom and clamp from the sides only with soft bumpers. I like your work!

[@lynnlaurahaynes168]

I was surprised at how much water you didn’t use, especially with one of the softest marbles. It also etches really easily so no cooking with lemon, vinegar or anything corrosive, right?

[@frankkelly1433]

GOOD VIDEO THANKS

[@noraaa1458]

Ohhh my god 😱💜💜💜 wish I can make one

[@FrAnNa_93]

Hey Patrick! Love your channel, Im fairly new to ring making, currently busy with a copper ring for my wife! I just want to know what will be the best way to treat/ finish the ring to avoid tarnish/green residual on her finger? Thanks Appreciate!

[@jackreeves3001]

Totally beautiful channel. I love the rings. Have you ever had chuck segment hit your finger while standing. As a woodturner just wondering.

[@greggoryellis3397]

this ring is J U ICE THATS NICE

[@defenestrate977]

Hey my dude :) can you use: Titanium as base that replaces Carbon Fiber, replace the dark color Marble with white/light colored precious material (maybe ivory, white marble... open for suggestions - although it would be great to preserve the accents of glow like it is seen on Luminous ring, and Gold for Copper ?

[@0607dell]

Why can 't you 60 grit on a block metal or wood and flat?

[@elde608]

Where have you gone man

[@Wify1978]

Why dont you put all the ring you on your website,because there is some i like but They aren't there

[@jacobdeGeus]

Love the video! can you make the ring from Lord of the rings if you haven't already!

[@blifx]

I like these but I get hung up on using glue in jewelry

[@rviejohn]

I wonder what it looks like if those copper will replace with glow in the dark materials.

[@brianp7268]

What ring are you wearing? I'd love to see how that one is made. Do you have it for sale? it looks great!

[@lordioris]

I really want one of these. How much? Can you send it to Brazil?

[@moh11annedify]

could you please make a tutorial for beginners about the lathe how to use it ? because i thinking to get one .@Patrick Adair Designs

[@Blacktronics]

He is clearly not a machinist - you should look somewhere else for advice on how to use a lathe. Self taught people teaching other people that are teaching themselves on operating machines that can kill you is bound to end in a disaster at some point. Most certainly, I would not want to take responsibility for someone getting pulled into a lathe because i missed something when instructing them.

[@Blacktronics]

Thom Idk about the lathes you worked with, but some of the ones that i had my hands on would have no issues breaking your hand and arm in 10 different places without even slowing down. I think someone with long hair getting their hair caught in there would have a great day, spinal wrap - might as well jump infront of a highspeed train.

[@thombaz]

This is how life works. You can die every day from every stpid thing. If you say "It's dangerous." or "It can kill you." It's not gonna help. You just discourage people if you say "It will kill ya!" and not giving any instruction how It can help your work. You can wake up and die. But no one say "You can die this morning, have a good last one." ""This toaster is very dangerous, It's gonna take your life and your wife." It's not the Devil. Don't make it up. Just calm down and break your arm at 10 different places if you want to. You going to die anyway.

[@Blacktronics]

Thom Yeah you're missing the point of this - there's plenty of well written lathe operation and safety instructions on the Internet. why would he take responsibility by making a video which is inevitably going to be a worse resource? The whole "you're gonna die anyway" attitude is fucking retarded - you can pick between getting properly instructed and keeping your arm, or suffering from very likely permanent injury by being reckless. There's a healthy level of fear that needs to stay present - it's called awareness of danger, you absolutely need it when working with heavy machines. Not making people aware of dangers and pretending the world is cotton candy is a lot worse than potentially discouraging people, because the latter doesn't make people lose their god damn arm.

[@thombaz]

Fear is not helathy at all. I say I will be carefull because I love life, and not because I fear something bad will happen. I think your comment was negative and discouraging. Thats all. LATHE DOESN'T MAKE PEOPLE LOSE THEIR ARM, PEOPLE DOES!

[@JPK1981]

Highly doubt you'll see this message on such an old video, but you can truly see and even watch you grow and progress through your videos. Fantastic work! Even mesmerizing! Can't wait for my ring to arrive...😁

[@shelby-annchampagne6346]

Do you make this ring in a thinner size like for a woman?

[@cronboy1379]

I would like a ring! If I want a glowing one what colour should I get? Also, what ring of yours would you recommend?

[@cronboy1379]

Also, not to be rude but you sound like Toby from The Office!

[@cronboy1379]

Thanks!

[@twutle]

This would look sooo good with white ceramic

[@LeoundertheSun]

Oh no!!! You hurt yourself!!! Be careful honey 😭

[@benschroeder1161]

Where did you get the marble for this? Can you provide a link or a place to get them? Thanks

[@MangeDT]

clean the pieces before assembly? mabye? roughing up the surfaces a little would also give increaced gri

[@DaniyalKhan-pm5zz]

I would love to wear a ring on my wedding made by you❤ cuz by then i can watch it how it was made 😍😍 (I hope i will manage to afford it😂)

[@theprofascinatermcnew1242]

maybe it is just me but the old one looks best.

[@saburo22]

I want to know the thickness of the ring if its possible!

[@safetyleednkom8274]

Hi im from phil i love all your videos.. if i may ask, How much would it cost me for a ring just like this one? Thank you so much!

[@nicholaslim8817]

What glue did Patrick use to attach all the different rings together?

[@nphillips80]

How did you cut the copper? I tried cutting some thin brass and it didn't work at all. Thanks Patrick!

[@nphillips80]

Thanks!

[@nishant007engg]

Your mind is very superb to do some extra with other ,i appreciate your hardworking.

[@manmansgotmans]

>two wedding rings >wears both of them My romantic life right now

[@quickstep2408]

that would've been cool if he got more of a green cut of marble

[@libertybarker7401]

i like. i did some 40 years ago. But materals were not invented then so my rings were not as shinny as yours. I have some ideas that you might do but they r very complicated and different. let me know if u want these ideas.

[@colbster12302]

"if you don't have time to do it right, you wont have time to do it again"

[@400350xj]

Hey patrick interested in getting a ring just like this

[@Rheinperchten]

Hello, great work. How thick ist the carbon ??

[@davidarts1522]

wonder what it would look like if you painted white under the marble.

[@hodornudes2713]

how thick is the carbon fiber that you used in this video?

[@gilberthakim]

Hi I want to make the carbon fiber ring shining or glossy can you help me plz

[@michaelstation]

I am looking for wedding rings. I like your rings very much, but my girlfriend wants to have a thin ring with a max width of 4-5mm. Are you willing and able to do a metal meteorite glow ring in this dimensions? Thanks.

[@charlescraig4611]

Michael Castelan is correct...From a thermodynamic point of view when drilling something hard but brittle like marble...A lot more speed, a lot of liquid and less pressure downward...Hope this helps...Great work...Would love a price but with 14K White gold instead of copper and white marble...Let me know what price you'd want...Love the work

[@paulbennett2619]

Please use captions

[@whoamiuk1]

Just come across your vid today and i am really impressed and you do some great work and so i subbed. I hve a question and dont know if you have already answered it before, what do you use when cutting carbon fibre to lucubrate it? is it just water? thanks and looking forward to seeing more of your vids

[@whoamiuk1]

Thank you

[@danielblackburn4626]

Patrick Adair Designs You may try adding Boeing Lube for cutting carbon fiber as well: orelube.com/products/liquids/ Also, if you could find some grit coated hole saws that have 3 or 4 vertical slots it helps eliminate heat build-up and allows for better debris evacuation: www.toolcobber.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Diamond-Grit-Hole-Saw.jpg

[@m80555]

Amazing ring 😍 How much this ring costs? And do you ship this to India? Awaiting for your response

[@serkandemirhanofficial]

The very most !!!!!!! IMPORTANT !!!!!! section about this video is the warning about wearing a mask to protect your lungs !!!!

[@hardcoretrance3435]

Hi, how come the color goes from light green to dark after the last finish?

[@ramseydarkstar]

that's a marble cup coaster ain't it... lol I have a few of them I could make stuff out of

[@AlwaysReason]

Why does the marble go from bright green to almost black?

[@HammyHavoc]

Looks fantastic! Though will the copper turn your skin green?

[@The40Kwarrior]

The copper isnt touching his skin, if you remember there's Carbon fibre on the inside of the ring, so he'll be green finger free haha

[@HammyHavoc]

@@The40Kwarrior How about the fingers either side of the ring? :- ) 💍

[@Myownchanelhere]

The Chuck you are using @11:35 what's it called?

[@prototype9000]

Putting way to much force down on that marble go light and take your time

[@jim_8621]

Damn. That's a nice ring. I would like to have one too.

[@MarlenusofAR]

so how much would the carbon fiber, marble and copper wedding ring cost? i wear a size 10.5

[@bags4649]

Nice rings designs mate, curious on where you find your black ceramic ring blanks, couldn't find them on the ring supplies website that you linked

[@mummatoni9211]

matey can you tell me where your getting the ring inserts from please

[@NathanLindstrom-j8b]

I know this is a long time after the video, but what is the chuck that goes inside the ring called? I'm trying to buy one for my lathe, but i can find its name?

[@jawwadabbasi725]

Bro your v important for me I love ur stuff and also inspired with u work but plz..... Do take care and safty with ur precious hand thank u

[@alvarock65]

Very nice making! Thanks for sharing! May I ask how is that lathe chuck for rings named or where can I buy one? Thanks!

[@mariagledhill1805]

why do you measure the inside diameter of the marble? Surely the critical diameter is the inside diameter of the carbon fiber when finished? A material on condition (carbon fiber shoulder) is required to support the marble

[@EvgehaGames]

Nice ring i wont too)

[@harrys1824]

Making a iron ring

[@HulloItzMe]

what about maybe a white granite/marble ring with either gold or a semiprecious metal inlay? I love the black rings but maybe a white ring would be pretty cool!

[@HulloItzMe]

Patrick Adair Designs Yeah that would be awesome! Or perhaps (if you can get your hands on it, I'm not sure of its structure) a white Kevlar material.

[@j.macjordan9779]

So is cyanoacrylate the sole binder holding the ring together...? How durable is the ring - it would seem like a bad idea to wear it daily? Dark marble, especially green marble, tends to bleed if a penetrating sealer isn't present - even highly polished marble can bleed onto clothing, your skin, etc. And Marble being porous, when placed in contact with Copper (and Copper alloys) it can draw brown stains; and just stuff you encounter day to day can effect it too...and to the point where it doesn't polish out; it requires substances that can draw the staining out, or a chemical innocuous enough to penetrate without damaging the stone at the same time. The ring looks really cool; but realistically, I'm assuming it's fairly delicate and maybe worn on certain occasions...(?). Maybe not; it'd be interesting to read your take on how delicate or resilient you've found this type of design to be.

[@DerKing765]

Did you even watch the video?

[@j.macjordan9779]

@@DerKing765 - No, why?

[@DerKing765]

@@j.macjordan9779 because he mentioned that he wore the ring daily for over a year at 04:20

[@j.macjordan9779]

@@DerKing765 - That's fine; did you read my post fully? Literally saying "I wear it daily" and "it can be durable" vs the concerns I raised...it doesn't quite work. I brought up specific concerns because I've worked with the materials before; where vague blanket statements might need a little bit more elaboration imo...