My customer returned this tricky rough opal parcel after he decided he wasn’t comfortable cutting it himself. So, I cut it for him. I rarely ever cut other peoples opal, but I couldn’t say no to th...
Polishing opal can make or break a gem.Being the final step in the opal cutting process, an opal that is finished with a quality polish is the cherry on top that takes it to the next level. Think, ...
Cutting small gems can be an intimidating task if you’ve never done it before. It is a little more fiddly than cutting a larger gem but, with practice, you can master the few techniques I’ve learnt...
Today, I’m taking it back to opal cutting basics with this tutorial on everything you need to know to get started! You might recognise today’s cohost from my opal cutting for kids tutorial where h...
Are you staying home to help flatten the curve? Let’s spread color and have some fun with this opal coloring in page! Save the image or screenshot, and print your page. Use your imagination to co...
This little rock was hiding a gorgeous gem opal inside. Of course, it wouldn’t let me have it without a bit of a challenge. I find that sweet-talking my opal first doesn’t hurt my chances. I love t...
Our world is locked down and for many, that means spending more and more time at home. If you’ve got some spare time on your (thoroughly washed) hands, carving opal will gladly take up hours of it....
While I love a quirky tale as much as the next person, opal myths can start to sound like facts if repeated often enough. I’ve gotten consistent emails for years now questioning an opals strength; ...
I like to keep it authentic with you guys and some days that means sharing my latest opal fail… That’s when it’s most important to pick yourself back up and try again, in my book. And that’s exactl...