From ROUGH to RING! Making Ammolite, Larimar, and Faceted Sunstone Settings from the Ground Up!

[@MontanaRockMom]

One of my top favorite videos of all time Theo! Wow wow wow. I can't pick a favorite. I guess if I had to, it would be the ammolite. Probably because I know how extremely hard it is to work with. You are King 🤴 of rings 💍, Lord of stone 🙏🙏🙌🙌🏹🏹💙💙💚💚

[@ttoxott2227]

& Pharaoh of fossils, Commander of crystals, President of ... Petrified wood!

[@TheoKellison]

Thanks so much!😄 i love making rings☺ and absolutely gotta love that ammolite; it can be a huge pain ti work with but my gosh is it so worth it when the piece is finished😁

[@fenix02008]

Theo, you have a gift and it’s obvious you enjoy using it❣️ A lesson for all of us; “ Try to make a living doing what you enjoy .” It’s great to see passion, talent and good old hard work turn out well for anyone. ❤️ the education included with your videos ( with the fun added in ). Like you, I loved them all. ✌️

[@TheoKellison]

Thank you so much! That truly means so much!😄

[@karengalvez4204]

From shaping and polishing the stones to jewelry! This is the kind of video I want! 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

[@shelleybarron215]

I think the sunstone ring came out really beautiful. I love all the facets. I also have a suggestion for your ammolite. Could you make a dragonfly pendant with cabs of ammolite as the segments to the dragonfly? I think it would be incredible.

[@TheoKellison]

Thank you so much!😄 and yes absolutely! That is a fantastic idea!😄

[@amberandrews6842]

The faceting was perfect on that!!

[@dustinfindsrocks]

Wow! 😲 Those all turned out amazing!!! The ammolite and the sunstone were both absolutely gorgeous 👍🏼

[@TheoKellison]

Thanks so much!😄 its always such a joy to work with those pieces of ammolite😁 never know what you might wind up with!

[@DonohueLabs]

My wife has a pair of larimar earrings. They really pop against silver like in that ring! Great intro video on ringmaking, it was interesting to see the different mounts and how they came together at the end.

[@maryk6407]

I love to watch jewelry being made. The sunstone was my favorite. The flower-like result is gorgeous.

[@TheoKellison]

That is one of my favorite facet patterns to make☺ the end result is so beautiful!

[@bradysmith9354]

I think they are all amazing and beautiful works of art. I am very grateful that you share your experience with the rest of us who are interested in the same things but not quite as knowledgeable about them as you are. Thank you

[@YvonneSebastian1980]

Holy cow!! That was so freaking good! I love them all! What an artist you are..thanks for sharing with us..❤️☮️

[@TheoKellison]

Thanks so much!😄 that truly means a lot!☺

[@nancycrady9636]

Wow! I love them all! You are so talented! Love watching your videos!

[@TheoKellison]

Thanks so much! That truly means a lot!😄

[@Gamingreviewer300]

larimar is my absolute FAVORITE stone!

[@michellestenton6430]

All three rings are beautiful , so no favourite here. Awesome video Theo. I love seeing how a true artist creates…start to finish. You sure are talented. Thanks for posting, I could definitely watch more jewelry making videos by you.

[@TheoKellison]

Thanks so much!😄 it truly means a lot! I will definitely be doing more jewelry videos over the winter! We have a few feet of snow so no rockhounding for awhile unfortunately😅

[@judymarkel8029]

Teacher, did you forget to give us a test? Hahaha Wow that was amazing I hope to learn that some day. I cant pick a favorite. I loved them all. I have a Larimer necklace that I bought at Amber Cove. It's a beautiful stone Thanks for this video

[@TheoKellison]

Thanks so much!😄 and absolutely! I have a huuuge soft spot for larimar! Ots a bit of a nightmare to work with but sooo worth it😄

[@anniegironne8444]

Amazing the amount of work that goes into making a ring. You're truly an artist Theo. Can't wait to see the next video.

[@TheoKellison]

Thank you so much!😄 its a process for sure, but it gets easier and easier the more you do it😄 thanks so muvh for watching!

Super lindas Pedras meu amigo Theo! Obrigado por mostrar!

[@donnabeaudin9114]

Wow Theo! Beautiful work! I loved the green ammonite, and that sunstone was just stunning! Loved watching the whole process, it’s cool to see art being created right in front of our eyes! I learned a lot, very cool video, thanks Theo!!😃👍👍🦋💎

[@TheoKellison]

Thanks so much!😄 it is such a fun process! A bit tedious but i always have a blast making rings☺

[@elise6211]

this is beyond fascinating! thank you for showing every last step of the process, it was amazing seeing these rings come to life !

[@TheoKellison]

Thank you so much!😄 it is a fun process for sure!

[@sandrawool5053]

Love them all but my far and away fave is the Larimar. And it is the perfect ring. Simple, beautiful!!!

[@TheoKellison]

Thanks so much!😄 i am extremely partial to that larimar😁 it is such unique stuff!

[@sandmaker]

A great job on all three and they are beautiful. I'm glad you were able to do a prong ring. Be happy, safe, and stay healthy. I'm excited and I like the amolite the best.

[@TheoKellison]

Thanks so much!😄 prong settings intimidated me for years and then i finally gave it a shot a few months back and now i just regret not doing it sooner😂

[@RM-vw3ov]

Yay! Well I’m looking forward to hard mode! Also hope the alien eye parasite clears up soon😜. Thanks for sharing that Theo. Super fun to see. I’d wear that sunstone over a diamond any day!

[@TheoKellison]

Just waiting on a shipment and i can get going on hard mode!😁 the alien parasite is gone as well🤣 and i totally agree, those sunstones are phenomenal gems!😄

[@wojciechtreffler2204]

Theo, you have a Big tallent. Its amazing !. Beautyfull stones and beauty jewerly. Congratulation. Greetings from PL

[@kolitiokada9825]

Hey Theo! Love how you take your adventures full circle - finding the rough to making! Spectacular rings! Oregon Sunstone's faceting is divine - I feel like I'm looking into a mandala! And I am here for all of your Alien Eyeball Theories!

[@ninjatv3179]

Excellent work and fun video man! Can't wait to see the next one!

[@TheoKellison]

Thanks so much!😄

[@elainebates6967]

Well, Theo, you are a man of many wonderful artistic talents. I was aware of your gemstones and rockhounding skills, but wow you have such beautiful skills in many other things. Very good and enjoyed watching your beautiful magic of creations. Thank you for sharing!

[@canislupus5025]

More videos like this! I love more of the rough to finished style video. So cool to see a rock from the ground become a gorgeous piece of jewelry! Love from Missoula.

[@melindahawk8540]

I love the sunstone ring. I’d definetly wear that ring. Beautiful.

[@jrex9197]

Skills! Incredible

[@leslyeschoenhuth1107]

*You are a great Artist. The Stones are Wonderful & the Rings are truly unique. Thanks for the demonstration..

[@benatchison6600]

Most awesome video, Man, great information, factual, sweet! Keep em' coming!

[@TheoKellison]

Thanks so much!😄

[@sharon1775]

l always love your channel.

[@debramaertens893]

3 beautiful rings! Great instructions!

[@TheOldladyB]

Absolutely stunning rings. Wow. You brought the beauty out in the gems. Well done.

[@TheoKellison]

Thank you so much!😄

[@amberandrews6842]

Great video! They are all beautiful! Looking forward to seeing more complicated!!!

[@stevezozuk9622]

That was awesome. I'm getting into this hobby and i want to learn as much as possible before i try. Looking forward to the next one. Thanks Theo

[@TheoKellison]

Thanks so much!😄 it is an extremely fun process! And definitely not a hard process, just a bit time consuming☺

[@delfic1108]

Amazing. Great work Theo. Thanks for sharing. I like seeing the process. Also, I was amazed by your skill on faceting the sunstone. It looked like a flower. It takes patience. Nice...

[@TheoKellison]

Thank you so much!😄 i really love that pattern, it looks so good on that sunstone especially😄

[@ruksrocksandadventures.5800]

I agree I like them all equally, awesome video. 👌✌️

[@kylaabegglen1275]

Wow, you and your skills never cease to amaze me!🤩 Those are gorgeous rings, all 3. Glad you picked the green and blue ammolite, my favorite colors. Hadn't seen larimar before but I love it! Your facetting is mind blowing! Thank you for sharing Theo!!✌🤠

[@TheoKellison]

Thank you so much!😄 i couldnt pass up that green and blue beauty!😁 and yes larimar is some amazing stuff! And not enough people know about larimar so im gonna need to do a larimar focused video soon!😁 it is so pretty! Thanks so much for watching!😄

[@karenhenriksen217]

Wow. Gorgeous 🤩

[@barbarae4194]

Holy cow man!!! You are so talented! You made beatiful bling. Thank you for showing us how.👍

[@victoriamaaske7420]

I like the sunshine, looks like a diamond.

[@tenaedmonson1213]

You make it look so easy. Thank you!

[@TheoKellison]

Thanks so much!😄

[@karenboysun3948]

You're an amazing artist, Theo. I so enjoy your videos. Thanks for sharing!

[@TheoKellison]

Thanks so much!😄

[@MontanaRockSlayer]

Awesome video Mr. Theo!

[@elisazulueta9535]

Amazing how much work from rough stones to rings, thanks so much for sharing your ingenuity and expertise ❤

[@mikkiramage]

Absolutely amazing... I love them all! Thank you for sharing this process and for making great videos.

[@TheoKellison]

Thank you so much!😄 that truly means a lot!☺

[@janicescragg2388]

Thanks for sharing this Theo. Learned a few things here. Loving it.

[@donnalantz7981]

Absolutely beautiful. I would be honored to wear a ring you have crafted. Do you take special requests for making rings? I just love the work you do. So talented. Thanks for sharing.

[@TheoKellison]

Thank you so much!😄 and yes i do! Just so long as it's something im capeable of making😄

[@donnalantz7981]

Ok thank you. What I'm looking for would be a grandmother's ring. I have 3 grandchildren. I will get with you soon as to what I may want. Just wanted to make sure you did special orders. Thank you so much.

[@vickygoodwin9771]

Wow! Thanks you. I love each of them. Amolite I guess is my favorite.

[@natsinthebelfry]

That sunstone is just gorgeous! My husband and I just went out to Plush, Oregon and got ourselves at least a pound of sunstones from the public collection site. A good number of them look to be of acceptable faceting quality and I can't wait to get a faceting machine someday soon! I only hope to make something half as beautiful as you did here.

[@angellabutler6449]

Awesome loved watching every minute of it. 👏🥰🙋‍♀️

[@claudesarich6314]

All three were great but the ammolite for me. Thx for sharing learnt a lot from the vid and can't wait for the next one. Stay safe and rock on 👍🇦🇺

[@bettyjobraford7419]

That was fun, and funny. Love your humor.

[@burninpowder8503]

Awesome! Please keep em coming!👍👍

[@kerinholmstrom250]

They are all wonderful & so remind me of doing this all myself 15 yrs ago? 😁🇨🇦😁🇨🇦

[@tr654tr2]

I loved this video! I am a hobbyist beaded jewelry maker and have always wondered about taking the next step in jewelry making. I am not sure if I will, purely for the financial reasons but it was so cool to see the process! Thanks for sharing!!!

[@TheoKellison]

Thanks so much!😄 silver is a fantastic metal to start with if you want to enter the world of ring making; it costs a fraction of most other metals do so its a great option to start with without breaking the bank😄

[@tr654tr2]

@@TheoKellison Thanks for the tip, maybe I can get some Xmas money and perhaps take a shot at a trial project 😃 Thanks again, and happy holidays!

[@shapumawildcat]

Simply WOW,,, Exquisite

[@mikebloodsworth140]

Very nice Theo! They all look very nice.

[@jolenecarley3154]

Ahhhh I miss this! I haven't hand fabricated a setting in a while...usually wax carve...Gotta do some smithing soon! Theo you are so good, amazingly talented human. Thank you so much for your videos! You truly inspire. 👏

[@jolenecarley3154]

LOL the rouge on the face! I've almost given myself a heart attack...looking in mirror after long polishing session...a bloody massacre! 😅

[@zoaibuddin8579]

Lovely stone

[@veronicamoore3777]

Your work is absolutely beautiful!!!🤩

[@gibbymcintyre3023]

My eyes do the shit!!!!!! Love your shows. Years ago, 1980' bns. I found many Indian stone points in a 🌽 corn field..Just in one place. Maybe a stopping point?? ?

[@celestesanterre796]

Impossible to pick one favorite!

[@RockHoundingAdventures]

Very beautiful job. I’ve been working on a freeform Larimar Cabochon that I’m wanting to use as my first piece to solder a pendant out of. Thanks for the help Theo

[@marinal9843]

Theo your awesome for doing this video. I loved the process and the final results. I'd love to purchase one! Absolutely gorgeous 😍 I enjoy watching your videos.

[@TheoKellison]

Thank you so much!😄 i was planning on having a bunch up on the store before Christmas but i delayed silver shipment and my hectic schedule made that not play out the way i was hoping😅 i will be adding a bunch of rings to the store in the coming weeks though!😄

[@michaeldelay3346]

Awesome! Thanks, Theo!

[@zackerydias1306]

Thanks I like your style of Completion son thanks alot.

[@raziel3726]

Beautiful rings!!👍👍

[@joystone6460]

Love the sunstone! tfs

[@nicolettabenton1172]

Beautiful rings! You are very talented

[@michaelboyle9889]

Very nice rings you have awesome skills 💎💍

[@audrastafford1549]

Beautiful work!

[@jeanniecawley1686]

Love all three, but the Larimer is my favorite

[@jasonmilligan9506]

Great job on rings!

[@Algoldprospecting]

Very nice work. I haven’t done silver work but I sure do want to. Good job. I have lots of stones

[@GREEKEXPLORERS]

Amazing video, thank you for sharing!!

[@michaelpelletier4515]

Awesome work ! WOW !

[@JnVrockhounding]

Nice work bud. All those look great.

[@yoopermann7942]

when it comes to hand made treasures its extremely hard for me to pick just one as they all are beautiful!! i had ordered some amber from poland hope it arrives this year so i can order some ammolite to make some thing beautiful out of the 2 combined,, thank you for the tips and info

[@TheoKellison]

Thanks so much!😄 and man an amber/ammolite piece sounds amazing! That combo oughta look fantastoc together!😁

[@sharonhall631]

You are so talented!

[@hollyschneider1413]

Amazing work!!!

[@karlkarlsson1441]

Thanks for the video!!!! Very nice!!!!!!!

[@Ken_G.]

My first thought was a parasite as well, didn't consider the extraterrestrial aspect. I for one would like to welcome our alien overlords. I didn't know really anything about larimar, so I just looked it up and that is absolutely fascinating. Beautiful stuff sir, thanks for making this and sharing.

[@TheoKellison]

Glad to see theres a like-minded individual out there😂 for sure aliens! And absolutely! Larimar is some fascinating stuff that doesnt het enough spotlight, it can be so phenomenal after a cut and polish! Thanks so mucj for watching!😄

[@Ken_G.]

@@TheoKellison Love watching your stuff. I think it is actually a good that that Larimar doesn't get as much attention. A bigger demand for it would probably wipe out the source in short order. I love how it's an entire village that shares the mine and doesn't allow anyone else in. They're guaranteeing themselves product for a long time to come that way.

[@lauramcinroy2163]

Dude, so cool.....I enjoy your videos.

[@louievasquez3920]

GREAT VID BROTHER KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK

[@kathleenhaugen2977]

Amazing!❤

[@hockeyrace]

🤩🤩🤩😍. Great video

[@cindy40]

Beautiful! Would love to buy that sunstone ring if it's not already spoken for. I absolutely love the cut very stunning.

[@TheoKellison]

Thanks so much!😄 unfortunately the sunstone is already spoken for(its a christmas gift for someone☺) but i will be making a few more sunstone prong settongs with the same cut very soon and those will be up for grabs!😄

[@cindy40]

@@TheoKellison well I'm sure they are going to absolutely love it! That's awesome I will def have to grab one of them when they are done 🙂 hope you and Alexis have a wonderful holiday 🎄⛄🦌

[@TarnishedViking.]

Awesome vid Bro! 🤘

[@zachbradley9688]

I gotta say from 5:10 to like 5:16, you should've said you had to "get down with the thickness." 😂 Love the vids man.

[@ROCKINWHEELERS]

All 3.

[@keithcunningham7925]

So amazing ur so talented

[@charlesfrederick7074]

Loved it thx!

[@craftycrafter1960]

New to your channel, this is so fascinating, love it!

[@jonathanenck3814]

Is your machine a Facetron? It looks like the one I had, but mine was powder coated white. Seeing this does make me wish I still had a place to facet. Sadly the amount of workspace I have is too small to accommodate the faceting machine.

[@gregderksen1996]

AMMOLITE! AMMOLITE! AMMOLITE! love that stuff! but it’s all beautiful work. how many facets were on the pavilion of that sunstone? made quite the picture when looking top down.

[@gwynnfarrell1856]

Wow, you are one talented guy! Each ring is unique and beautiful. It was a treat to watch you work and I appreciate the explanations you provided along the way. What was the material you used after using the diamond file, to smooth and shine the silver? Thank you for this special treat of watching a master at work. I'm looking forward to more!

[@TheoKellison]

Thanks so much!😄 it is always such a joy to do some silversmithing! And i actually am just using 1000 grit and 2000 grit wet sanding paper😄 it works wonders on silver☺

[@maiguapa8]

Fantastic job Theo! I love them all. That sunstone is gorgeous. Where did you learn how to facet? Will you do a video on how to facet in the future? Thank you for sharing 💕

[@chadatchison145]

I believe he has one up already he made several month ago or so, you should check it out cos he really makes it look easy for a beginner.

[@TheoKellison]

Thank you so muvh!😄 i actuallu do have a faceting video already! I have a pop-up linked to that one at the end of this video if you want to see it! And i taught myself how to facet actually😄it was a veeery slow process but so worth the effort!

[@TheoKellison]

@@chadatchison145 thanks so much for that!😄

[@maiguapa8]

@@TheoKellison yes, I have watched it. Thanks so much. You made it look so easy! For the first time, I understood those numbers and it all made sense to me now. I will definitely venture into this in the near future. Thank you for all the things you do. 💕

[@rockersfromaz3001]

Omg!! Those all look amazing. I love them all and I want one! Can you make me an ammonite ring like that!?? Please :)

[@mctron22rd]

Theo never sieces to amaze me! Stunning rings! Have you made one for Alexis? I have a niece named Alexis and we call her Alexersist , like Alexis mixed with exorcist! Because she is very disrespectful and a bad attitude about everything and everyone, so the nick name stuck. It suites her additude perfectly. My niece is something else. But your Alexis is so sweet as can be!

[@mikeball2949]

I have seen your videos on cutting and slabing rocks but would like to see a tutorial on how you decide which direction you are going to cut them. Thanks