Opal chat with Brantford Lapidary and Mineral Society
Opal chat time! Let’s change it up and dive deep into everything you’ve wanted to know about opal this week. A couple of weeks ago, … Read more
The rollercoaster of a high-risk rough opal piece
This high-risk rough opal piece sent me for a wild ride, and the biggest challenge I’ve had in a long time! I got lured in … Read more
The Southern Cross opal is the rarest I’ve ever seen
What’s it like to hold one of the rarest opals in the world in your hands? Meet the Southern Cross opal. Walking into my workshop, … Read more
Australian opal patterns explained
Australian opal patterns can be tricky to learn; no two opals are ever the same! This glorious Australian gemstone doesn’t like to make it easy … Read more
I lost money on this $8K rough opal piece
When I realised I lost money on this $8K rough opal piece, I only had one choice. I could throw a tantrum or I could … Read more
Risking a monster black opal rough to cut over $20K
This monster black opal rough had me shaking worse than a triple shot latte! I think you’ll love how this gem turned out. This week … Read more
Can I cut a $25K gem entirely by hand?
Watch as I cut a $25K gem entirely by hand and see the magic that unfolds! Cutting an opal without using dop sticks is a … Read more
Watch a $20K gem black opal emerge from rough
There’s no day quite as lovely as one that ends in a $20K gem black opal sitting on my workshop bench. Watch as a gorgeous … Read more
Cutting session ASMR of $7000 parcel of uncut opal revealed
Join me this week for a cutting session ASMR that shows you the relaxing side of opal cutting. What is ASMR? Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response relates to … Read more
Gem opal cluster trapped in sandstone!
What’s better than one opal nobby? A gem opal cluster! I was so excited to get my hands on this gem opal cluster; a beautiful … Read more
Unveil three color bars in this monster opal
How do you choose between three color bars? That’s as hard as picking a favorite Harry Potter movie! This week, I’ve got a stunning nobby from … Read more
Win the Script Pattern opal!
We have been overwhelmed by the support from our BOD community this past year. Through the highs and lows, you are always there with encouragement, … Read more
