Stone Beads for My Wife's Pandora Bracelet-Maker's Challenge 2021

[@MichiganRocks]

Beads like these are now available at Olivet Book and Gift here in Alpena. They don't have a website that you can order from, but you can send them an email and they'll send you a bead. They also sell my crosses and some heart pendants. olivetbookandgift.com

[@lisacotter6227]

I just purchased 3!

[@MichiganRocks]

@@lisacotter6227 Woo-hoo! Thanks!

[@annuitcptis3032]

How much are they?? Pretty cool stuff. I love natural stones!!!!

[@MichiganRocks]

@@annuitcptis3032 I honestly don't remember what they're priced at. You'd have to send Mary an email.

[@SisterShirley]

Rob, I know I've asked you before about selling your Petoskey Turtles and you said no. Well since you're selling your beads, hearts, and crosses at Olivet, any chance you'll change that no to a yes? I'm an actual honorary Michigan Turtle. I was gifted the title from the Madame Turtle of Michigan herself. It would mean the world to me if I owned one of your Petoskey Turtles. 🤞

[@gracieosornio9291]

Better than a Pandora, this is truly a unique "make" and it's an art piece really! I bet your wife is amazed at such a thoughtful gift. Thank you for the video.

[@MichiganRocks]

I'm amazed that she puts up with me.

[@redhedhik-chik2510]

Eyebrows raised; I'm like 'what CAN'T this man do' (?) Cannot wait.

[@MichiganRocks]

Dancing is not pretty.

[@daydbaysinger4572]

@@MichiganRocks i wanna see that

[@kd7ign]

@@MichiganRocks video required 😆

[@MichiganRocks]

@@kd7ign I'm 6'2". I always say that's the worst part of being tall. When we're at a wedding and my wife drags me out to dance, I try to hide by going to the middle of the people, but my head sticks up above most so you can still see it bobbing out of sync with everyone else. Oh well...

[@kd7ign]

@@MichiganRocks 😆

[@TheoKellison]

No surpises here, but fantastic work! They look amazing! And you took what is a somewhat complicated process and made it look downright easy! Beautiful stones!😄thanks again for being a part of the challenge! You have always been a huge lapidary role model for me so it meant a lot to have you involved in this!😄

[@MichiganRocks]

From what I've seen of your channel, I don't think I'm really ahead of you. You seem to know what you're doing. I have never even tried carving a rock, that impresses me.

[@gb57hevy3]

Very, very lapidary that "Michigan" is ! Among many other things. Sorry to butt in to you guys' conversation. I couldn't "chuckle/snort" help myself.

[@mawi1172]

No surprises? Where's the ones you made? 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@mawi1172]

@@MichiganRocks i want some rock beads. Where do i get some???

[@MichiganRocks]

@@mawi1172 Olivet Book and Gift in Alpena. They don't have an online store, but they will send you one if you email them. olivetbookandgift.com

[@heatherpurdin7206]

I’m with the others who have said this, “I will never complain about the cost of gemstone/ crystal beads again! BTW, you are a great teacher!

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks!

[@mihaelfajt293]

am i the only one anxious about how close he puts his hands to the tools?

[@MichiganRocks]

No you're not. That's why I made this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e6OXin-kacuLi6M

[@gwynnfarrell1856]

Absolutely beautiful! Your rounding method is so clever, as is the bead on the drill. The end product looks professional and finished. I do believe you are a mechanical genius!

[@MichiganRocks]

Let’s not get carried away! I barely managed to build my rock tumbler. I’m far from a genius of any type. Thanks for the compliment though!

[@KatyDidRocks]

WOW, what a lot of work! What a nice husband you are. :) Great video, Rob.

[@MichiganRocks]

These aren't that much work, really. There are a lot of steps, but they all go pretty quickly.

[@barbarchibald6255]

I would much rather have these on my Pandora than store bought items! I'm grateful for the detailed video so many can make their own. You are a blessing to so many!

[@MichiganRocks]

I hope that a few people attempt these. Obviously, it takes a few tools, so not everyone can just do this, but for those who have invested in tools, I hope to be able to give them idea on what to do with them.

[@MarlainaAtkins]

What a fantastic idea! The petoskey look amazing! What a gift. I loved watching the process. You are a man of many talents. Cheers Rob✨

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks Marlaina! I just need to learn some of your wire wrapping talents, that's something I don't enjoy and am not very good at.

[@tinkerbellblue5142]

Wow just wow 😮😮😮😮😮😮, those are stunning Rob 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@patriciamckean4186]

NANCY is blessed to have you make her wonderful beads. Great work.

[@MichiganRocks]

I'm blessed to have Nancy to give them to.

[@joang.cavanna2046]

These beads are so beautiful! And unique! You have so much patience and skill. Truly wonderful.

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks!

[@CobCeo]

I enjoyed watching you make these beads for your wife. Thank you.

[@MichiganRocks]

You're welcome, glad you liked it.

[@aliciam.7005]

Lucky Lady! Fabulous idea! Looking forward to watching 👀😀 We love your Jewelrockery.

[@MichiganRocks]

I love that word.

[@VintageLPs]

All I can say is that your beads are incredible! You have one lucky wife. Thanks for this video.

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks. I need to make some more of these one of these days.

[@cindyheimdahl227]

My favorite project so far! You have figured things out to be able to make gorgeous beads! Your wife is a lucky woman. TY for sharing!

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks, Cindy! Nancy might be lucky to get some jewelry, but she does have to put up with a lot of noise in the house too.

[@marlamorey5914]

This BEADER, Is envious -those are very COOL and turned out spectacularly. U R the best!

[@MichiganRocks]

I see your BEADY little eyes poking up over your mask!

[@christinavallem5669]

Brilliant MacGyver, corner cutting jig. Thanks for sharing!

[@MichiganRocks]

Like I said in the video, that wasn't my idea, but I do like the idea.

[@mctron22rd]

You invent the best and easiest ways to do just about anything when it comes to amazing rocks. Your an ARTIST!

[@MichiganRocks]

These ideas were all stolen from others. I can’t take credit for them. Now you can steal them from me!

[@406findings]

It turned out great thanks for showing the whole process 👍

[@MichiganRocks]

You're welcome!

[@sherlesmith5997]

You have a great mind for making things easier ...

[@MichiganRocks]

It's either that or make lumpy beads. I don't like lumpy beads.

[@leezardo9324]

WOW! Fantastic, so well done. What a treasure you have created. Very meaningful.

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks!

[@carolestronski2220]

Labor of Love my friend! Beautiful!!

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks, Carole.

[@mk-xq1tt]

Too beautiful. Hard to believe they were rocks.

[@MichiganRocks]

They still are rocks, just a little different shape than they started out.

[@stephaniem839]

Oh I LOVE these!!! Such great, creative ideas to make the process easier. Thanks for sharing!

[@ccccarriemchardy9216]

WOW, the drill shaping and polishing was very handy. Love the ideas.

[@jamespiel946]

The bracelet looked Great. I think that he has a lot of ingenuity. Have watched quite a few of his videos and he has some wonderful tricks up his sleeve. Thanks for igniting the spark in all of us.

[@MichiganRocks]

I'm glad you liked it. You should try making one of your own, it's not hard.

[@aydamercado6798]

Wow beautiful!!! This are the greatest pandora beads!!! Enjoy all the creative process!!! Thanks for show and sharing with us!

[@MichiganRocks]

I"m glad you liked them, Ayda!

[@cara.d1982]

Your beads are just beautiful thank you so much for sharing them with us my father who is 90 years old now would go to Lake Superior and pick up agates and other stones all his family lived in that area when we moved to Vancouver Island dad tumbled the stones and made us earrings and necklaces so we are big fan of superior stones and thank you again so much for sharing keep well

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks, Cara. Sounds like some really nice stuff that your dad made for you. I'm sure you treasure them.

[@lynettepavelich7540]

Oh my GOSH!!!! I LOVE those!!!! Lots of work involved; super cool!!!

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks, Lynette!

[@sarejen6868]

WOW! That is a VERY good present idea, what a cool way to show off stones for a rockhound! The jig idea was a good borrow from a woodworking video. You shared a bunch of things to help others. Thank you for sharing!

[@MichiganRocks]

I worry that my videos get too long, but if I was watching, I'd want to know all the details, so I include them. It's nice to know that they're appreciated. Thanks!

[@chattychickadee4192]

Holy moly these are absolutely gorgeous!!

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks!

[@bradbailey5807]

Beautiful craftsmanship! Well-done!

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks, Brad.

[@sparband]

Those are really beautiful. Kind of one of a kind beads and unique to Michigan because of the rocks that you used. I’m sure that your wife will love them.

[@MichiganRocks]

She has them safely stored away. Since she hasn't left the house much lately, she hardly ever wears jewelry. She used to wear the stuff I made all the time though.

[@sparband]

I’m kind of the same way with my jewelry. I still enjoy looking at it though. I’m sure that the beads mean a lot to her because you made them for her.

[@thrownasearched7779]

nice to see a master jeweler at work. this is a good tutorial.

[@MichiganRocks]

"Master jeweler" is a bit beyond my rank, but I'm glad I've got you fooled!

[@GREEKEXPLORERS]

Congratulations!! Great job my friend!! Have a good time !!

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks!

[@agordianknot]

A lot of work, but the results are gorgeous. I look at your craftsmanship, and knowing why you made the bracelet, and realize your wife is the only person in the world that has a bracelet like that. Yeah, I know there are others but there's only one like that. Beautiful work. I hope to do the same for my wife in the not to distant future. Great video.

[@MichiganRocks]

I have an urge to go clean a gun.

[@chrishunt8130]

Wow, not only are those beads incredibly gorgeous, you are quite the process innovator. Thanks for sharing how that’s done.

[@juliecalhoun9279]

This is my all-time favorite video of yours, and of all of KZbin, for that matter. You're awesome, and concise, and funny, and a Michigander! Thanks for taking the time to make all of your videos... I've learned an incredible amount of info from you. You are my Rock Guru, if you will. Keep up the great work, and have fun frolicking the shores of the Lakes!

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks Julie! All of KZbin? That's quite a compliment. I haven't even gotten through half of them yet!

[@kimfrommn7162]

Your wife must love showing off the jewelry you make her! After reading a lot of the wonderful comments people gave you, I have to agree with all of them! I am very thankful I found your channel !! 🤗

[@MichiganRocks]

Nope, she rarely leaves the house lately, so she rarely wears jewelry of any sort. But she used to wear pendants I made for her all the time.

[@kimfrommn7162]

@@MichiganRocks Don’t take it to heart, even if not worn right now, she loves it! Can you imagine what she would say if you never gave her any jewelry made from your rocks?!??? She would be crushed! But I do know, she is really missing out on going with you rock hunting! So much beautiful nature she is missing out on! But...you have a lot of other people going with you on your hunts! Even if we aren’t actually there, your talking to us and we all are having a great time watching you!!! Have a Great Day!! 😊

[@MichiganRocks]

@@kimfrommn7162 It doesn’t bother me at all. I think it bothers her more. She also goes rock hunting with me a couple times a summer. She doesn’t mind going for an hour or two, but I usually go out for 4-5 hours. When I go up to the U.P. I pretty much go from sun up to sun down. She is not interested in hunting for quite that long.

[@kimfrommn7162]

@@MichiganRocks Super!! Happy to hear that !!!! I’m glad she goes with you sometimes and going alone isn’t bad either! You get to go where you want , when you want, stay as long as you want, etc.! Oh, I told rockshed (?) the place you recommended, I was referred to them by you!! They talked highly of you! I had to find out when a product would be back in stock!! 😊

[@MichiganRocks]

@@kimfrommn7162 I have sent Shawn a lot of business. I really like shopping there, so it's hard not to recommend his shop. I'd love to visit there some day.

[@SmallWonda]

Really lovely; so special to be able to wear stones you've collected and crafted into something so lasting and uniquely gorgeous. I'm sure she was thrilled! 👍🐅🐾😎

[@MichiganRocks]

She likes them, but works from home now, so she rarely wears jewelry anymore. She used to wear stuff that I made all the time though.

[@mariemoss2475]

They turned out beautifully, I hope your wife liked them 👍💕

[@MichiganRocks]

She did, thanks!

[@Nikkisavage100]

Wow, i like this idea of bracelet !! Its amazing, its so much better than a pandora, she must be very proud you did for her, unikite are great stones .

[@MichiganRocks]

She likes it, but rarely wears jewelry since retiring.

[@shereetompkins3358]

Absolutely brilliant!

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks, Sheree!

[@jerryklutts8615]

Very good bead making out of rocks/stones.

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks, Jerry.

[@kaybree6738]

Nicely done. A gift for generations.

[@ruthchapman3847]

Wow, that's a very involved project. Kudos for your creativity to create them. Bet your wife will love them. Thanks Ron

[@MichiganRocks]

There are a lot of steps but none of them take that long or require much skill.

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

Excellent video and lots of cool ideas shared, Thank you 😊☺

[@MichiganRocks]

I owed you one for the knife scale video. I learned a thing or two from that.

[@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969]

@@MichiganRocks Thank you! Really nice video 📹 work on your beads!

[@deborah2063]

Just beautiful! Your wife must feel very blessed to have you making such beautiful beads for her!

[@MichiganRocks]

She probably doesn't feel that blessed to hear the sounds of them being made in the basement.

[@kd7ign]

Lucky wife. Neat jig for the table saw. With a different jig I think I could sand it on my Jet lathe.

[@MichiganRocks]

A lathe should work very much like my drill did. Just be careful to dry it well so it doesn't rust.

[@jeannieschannel1107]

Wow! Those are so special!!

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks, Jeannie!

[@grannyjclay-joannieholdhus925]

WOW!!! You did an amazing job on those!! Beautiful!! You are quite the artisan! Thank you for sharing!👏

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks, Joannie!

[@geosobservations9496]

Ohhhhhh nice nice nice... my daughter would love love this... im going to watch this one a bunch...

[@MichiganRocks]

I have some more coming out of the tumbler soon. I've been busy making more.

[@geosobservations9496]

Oh this is absolutely 💯 % awsome !!!

[@geosobservations9496]

I haven't flinched since this one started

[@MichiganRocks]

@@geosobservations9496 Good for you!

[@sandmaker]

Wow, what a neat way to make beads I love the wooden jig to round it off Be safe and stay healthy 😷⚒

[@MichiganRocks]

I think that jig is a lot of fun too.

[@canadiangemstones7636]

Gorgeous work!

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks!

[@Lupfield08]

This is SO WHOLESOME 🥺🥺🥺

[@reneehemingway512]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks, Renee!

[@Sunshine-n1n]

So amazing. They are truly beautiful!

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks, Janice!

[@kastah]

WOW, loock like you have done this many times, sooo well done!! THUMBS UP!! Beutiful beads.

[@MichiganRocks]

Not too many, actually.

[@wyomingadventures]

Rock jewelry! Love it.

[@deek16JH]

This is amazing, I think I'll head out to the garage and start puttering with my collection after seeing this...Great Job!

[@MichiganRocks]

Good luck!

[@Alibumstead]

The only pandora I’d ever wear! Lol great job!

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks!

[@phild8095]

I deeply appreciate your videos. You teach the way I learn. My wife and I are just getting into this. Have a two Hi-Tech Diamond tools, a saw and a flat lap, a tumbler, a dop pot and a rotary tool. And lots of rocks and some containers for various steps.. Right now I'm just getting the feel for cutting and cabbing on a flat lap. I made some button sized cabochons from granite and an arrowhead from a sliver of smokey fractured quartz. Woo Hoo! But it is so good to see all the tips, and noticing where you get supplies. Saw Rio Grande tonight. I've already bought stuff from them once, and like what I saw of other things. I want to be as good at this as I was as an engineer. Thanks again.

[@MichiganRocks]

I'm glad you're enjoying the videos. As an engineer, you'll probably come up with other jigs like the one I made in this video. If I can find a way to make things more precise, I do.

[@lorimihelick5475]

Those are some awesome beads😍

[@AngelWings144K]

OMG that is gorgeous!!!

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks, Laura.

[@ЭльджинРагнаров]

Beautiful

[@paulazanter-stout9981]

Wow! Brilliant!

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks, Paula!

[@staceymcmahan5016]

Wow ! Enjoyed this beautiful bead making . Such tedious careful work. Yes, I cringed a little when I saw your fingers that close to the saw blade. Beautiful work! Thank you

[@MichiganRocks]

Please watch this video so you can enjoy my future videos: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e6OXin-kacuLi6M

[@kims4529]

These are fabulous, Rob! Your wife is lucky to receive your works of art!

[@MichiganRocks]

Hopefully they make up for some of my flaws.

[@easterazali9237]

Wow ! You’re a great artist indeed ! I love those gorgeous beads , well done 🥰⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@MichiganRocks]

I'm not sure I'd call me an artist, but thanks!

[@easterazali9237]

@@MichiganRocks your humility is admirable , but you are 💗

[@davidhile5363]

Thanks for the demonstration. That was a cool project !!!

[@MichiganRocks]

You're welcome, I'm glad you liked it.

[@СветланаСеменцова-л5з]

Brilliant!

[@jonathonlafave3698]

That is so cool. I enjoyed this video. Now I know what polish to get. Thank you. ☺️🌍👑

[@thelmajohnson8733]

love the beads great job.

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks, Thelma.

[@KatieReadsKoziesAndMore]

Beautiful!

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks, Katie!

[@josephhager1933]

That's the most awesome thing I've ever seen

[@MichiganRocks]

_That's_ the most awesome thing?

[@josephhager1933]

@@MichiganRocks your process of making a bead by hand I didn't think it could be done like that

[@Grimes60]

Super cool and beautiful 👍😃

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks!

[@TheOldladyB]

Beautiful.

[@MichiganRocks]

Thank you, Darlene.

[@betojdesigns]

Those beads are awesome, and way better than original Pandora beads. Love all the clever ways you have discovered to use your tools to get the best results. Would love to find me a vintage table saw like that one. Great job 👏, lucky wife !

[@MichiganRocks]

The old saws are great. Keep you eye on Craig's List.

[@vickygoodwin9771]

PERFECTION !

[@MichiganRocks]

I was pretty happy with how they turned out.

[@stevenwebb3007]

Beautiful work

[@MichiganRocks]

Thank you.

[@gingermackeen5741]

Great job, Rob! Beautiful beads!

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks, Ginger!

[@iuliaalexandra4571]

They look very nice. Good job!

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks!

[@icatz]

Beautiful work. Damn, you're clever! TFS 💖🦅🦅

[@MichiganRocks]

I wish I was that clever, but these are not my ideas.

[@icatz]

@@MichiganRocks You still made them. I watched you but I couldn't do it.

[@1-ASMR-LOVE]

Gorgeous. Truly amazing workmanship

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks, Sharon!

[@sherlesmith5997]

Beautiful...love it! Great job!##

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks, Sherle!

[@candywarmuth2455]

Brilliant. Thanks for all the info. Just what I needed to know. I think the chip proves it's authentic, I prefer them. Very professional looking.

[@MichiganRocks]

They're authentic, alright. That chipped one is still setting down there waiting for some attention.

[@markattardo]

Awesome project!

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks, Mark!

[@kirstencorby8465]

I am dumbfounded by the sheer amount of time, effort, and MONEY that went into making these little beads. I bow before you. I'm a paper crafter, I don't have the patience for such an effort! People who don't make any sort of handcrafts just have NO IDEA what is involved.

[@MichiganRocks]

When it's fun to do, the time and effort don't seem to count. There was some money on equipment spent, but at that time, almost everything was used and acquired over several years, so it wasn't so bad. Plus, I use it for a lot more than just the beads in this video.

[@jimlancaster6120]

Turned out great, loved the choice in stone's really nice.

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks, Jim!

[@toddawwiller6963]

Wow, that's alot of work. They look great !

[@MichiganRocks]

These actually don't take as long as some other things. They're pretty easy to do if you have the right equipment.

[@pokagal7335]

Lovely!

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks, Poka Gal!

[@amyheath9955]

This is fantastic!

[@MichiganRocks]

I'm glad you think so.

[@klairesprengel9335]

Fantastic xx i love these sooo much xx u make such beautiful things with rocks xx i love ur work and ideas xx gr8 vid xx u rock xx

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks, Klaire!

[@philw.8439]

Your good at everything! 👍

[@MichiganRocks]

Have you heard me sing? My team sports skills are not great either. I can knit or crochet at all. Oh, and I don't speak Portuguese.

[@victoriadawydiuk4172]

Beautiful! I’ve been watching the other videos as well. Interesting to see what other people have come up with.

[@MichiganRocks]

There sure has been a lot of variety. Who knew so many things could be made of stone?

[@tinabates542]

That is lovely

[@MichiganRocks]

Thanks!

[@SherryAustinMcginley]

Loved the beads that you made. The green and red beads would look great at Christmas.

[@MichiganRocks]

Did you see the Christmas tree ornament I made out of that same rock? kzbin.info/www/bejne/jHXSi39qgs6DnbM

[@SherryAustinMcginley]

@@MichiganRocks I sure have and I like them very much. 😁

[@micheleboyd1830]

So awesome!

[@MichiganRocks]

You haven't even seen the video yet!

[@micheleboyd1830]

Hahaha!!! I’ve been watching the Makers Challenge and wondering what you were going to make. The picture is so cool. Love that you made something so lovely for your wife. Looking forward to the video. She’s going to need some matching earrings next!