Labradorite is one of my favorite stones, but, between the fractures and the ability to lose flash while shaping and polishing, it is one of the hardest stones to get right. It doesnt take to heat well so dopping is a challenge. Doming a piece of Labradorite is not the best idea either. It shows better when its flat and you dont have to roll the stone to see it. The "eye" is the hardest thing to get right, meaning having the brightest flash even with your straight ahead vision. You dont want to have to hold it at some ridiculous angle to see the color. When you do get it right, its as beautiful as opal. Spectrolite is a more stable version of feldspar and has much more variety of color. Good job Katy!

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I really love the labradorite, although I did notice that grinding down the edges made the shine disappear. Thank you for your info! :)

@bunk9991

2 жыл бұрын

@@KatyDidRocks You rock katyDid!

@shern1966

Жыл бұрын

I have a piece that I just cut that has a flash of pinkish purple and yellow, could it be spectrometer?

@bunk9991

Жыл бұрын

@@shern1966 Do you mean spectrolite? Yes it is possible. Spectrolite has harder lines between colors , where labradorite blends colors. Spectrolite is exclusively from Finland and tends to be more opaque in its base where labradorite is more translucent. Origin is the main difference.

This is by far the best vid on labradorite on utube Kate, its jst goes to show if u cut even 1 or 2mm out u can loose the shiller altogether, very tricky stone, gr8 vid and loved the heart, turned out awsome 😊😊

One of my favorite stones. Excellent for protection… reflects any negativity back to sender. Absolutely beautiful in jewelry. Thank you ✨

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Great to know! Thanks for watching. :)

@taroupriapus9760

3 ай бұрын

Labradorite is a mystical stone used for clairvoyance, intuition, protection against misfortune and bringer of synchronicities

@CrystalCollector-g4n

2 ай бұрын

Labradorite -most powerful crystal to sheild misfortune -magical and spiritual, for intuition and connecting to higher realms -used for synchronicities.. being at the right place at the right time It needs first to be cleansed, charged and programmed properly

Happy Valentines Day Kate! The labradorite hearts are beautiful!😊💕

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊

I'm so glad I live in the Adirondacks, laboradite is my favorite rock and I have TONS of it all around me! Every time I go out I come home with more and more, I just can't help myself! I have some of the most amazing pieces , some blue, some green, some gold, some purple, and even some pink.

@KatyDidRocks

Жыл бұрын

Wow, that's amazing!

The final product is lovely. Please give our compliments to Jim.

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

I will! Thank you! :)

My favorite stone to buy for my jewelry for my Etsy shop. It's so cool to see it in the raw form before it is cut.

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

It is a gorgeous stone! :)

Wow! I’m impressed! 🦋

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! :)

Beautiful piece of stone. Loved the colors. Good job on the heart.

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😀

No. It looks like a dragon 😊. I love the heart you made 💙

@KatyDidRocks

4 ай бұрын

Thanks!

Labrodorite is my fave!

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Mine too. :)

Loved the butterfly blue heart

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! :)

That’s a real beaut!

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! :)

I watched your video on cutting your laboradite and learned a lot so yesterday I finally cut mine that I've had for about five years thank you for the help and the confidence.

@KatyDidRocks

Жыл бұрын

Hurray! Hope it went well for you.

@shern1966

Жыл бұрын

@@KatyDidRocks So far I did better than i expected, one piece has a pink with yellow hue to it! Can you give me any advice on shaping and polishing as to not ruin the flash of color?

I'm familiar with the stone but have never seen it raw and then slabbed. A heart shaped cab??!! You are braver than me. The Australian labradorite is nothing like the overseas versions. Ours is a simple, clear but slightly yellow stone that you can actually facet. I much prefer yours and have a few very select pieces that I love.

nice work!i wouldn't have known you were a beginner unless you mentioned it💙

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. :)

One of my favorite crystals 🌹

I love Labradorite because iridescence is my favorite color, and you and Jim did a spectacular job with it. You make quite a team! Happy Valentine's Day to you and Mr. Did!

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@3:10 it looks like a seahorse in aquablue water surrounded in seaweed. Beautiful!

@KatyDidRocks

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Happy Valentine's day, 2 hearts to make 1 heart and it came out great. Thx for the video as always it's good to see how the different cuts work in showing the colours. Stay safe and rock on thx for the share. 👍✌🇦🇺

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! :)

Thanks Kate for the lesson❣️ That is a beautiful stone ❣️Keep on Rockin❣️

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome 😊

This is really cool. Thank you. 👍

Always enjoy your videos.

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

Very pretty, Kate!😊

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! :)

Gorgeous 😍 Labradorite is my #1 favorite stone. I have heard it's tricky to work with. Thank you for sharing!✌🤠 Happy Valentines Day❣

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

It's so fun, though! :)

@kylaabegglen1275

2 жыл бұрын

@@KatyDidRocks Definitely worth it for sure! You did a great job finding the right angle.👍

I have many rough pieces Beautiful stone. The Best

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

MS.KATE LABRADORITE IS ONE OF MY FAVORITE GEMSTONES AND THAT'S ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS MA'AM👍👍👍👍♥️♥️♥️♥️😃😃😃😃🪨🪨🪨🪨

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! :)

Hey y'all from Eustis, Florida.

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Hello!

Loved how you gave a little insight into the geology of it, the exsolution lamellae and stuff. Awesome skills and the results look very pretty!

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

I love this rock🤩🤩🤩

@KatyDidRocks

Жыл бұрын

Me too!

You do some beautiful work

@KatyDidRocks

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Oh , my . The being is in the fresh cut stone ... thank you for showing me !!!

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

You are welcome!

I love labradorite.

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Me too!

Love your willingness to risk trying a new something to bring out the fire in one of my favorite rock s.

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

It really is cool.

Lovely shine. Thank you for sharing. Learning which way to cut a rock. Letting the rock show you!!!

@KatyDidRocks

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

This is really nice *Katy*

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊

Happy Valentines Day! That heart is beautiful!

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! :)

Oww,This really is a interesting sort of stone and what it consists of and is build up,it is so wonderfull.. And you're in the position to expiriment it Keep it up,love watching

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Beautiful job😍

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! :)

Thank you 🥰 😊

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! :)

Amazing video, thank you for sharing!!

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

:)

Such beautiful stuff, great job

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Eres toda una artista.

Wow, Wow, Wow! It turned out so magnificent!

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

Very beautiful 💙

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Beautiful and great skills 👏

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😀

It’s one of the most beautiful stones. I love it.

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

I agree!

Well done kate that turned out awsome xx

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

I love labradorite. It is a challenge.

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Super interesting stone.

Very interesting and it turned out great.

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! :)

Beautiful laboratories ,love that stone 😍

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Many thanks.

Magnificent.!A dear friend of mine makes jewelry and silver wire wrapping using this stone .. it truly is stunning.

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, absolutely beautiful!

That heart is gorgeous 😍

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! :)

Spookie how your video popped up. I keep finding labradorite. I've only brought one piece home because it looks prettier in the stream than it does on my desk. I wish I had access to those tools to shape and shine it. Lovely watching you do it though 💙

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

That is awesome! I would love to find some in the wild.

@jojo-hs9te

2 жыл бұрын

@@KatyDidRocks aww Katie bring your stuff to Scotland, my pockets are full of rocks when I come back from my dog walks. I've even found amethyst on the beach 😊

😍как крыло бабочки переливается!!!🦋

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

В яблочко!

凄いっ！👏👏👏 綺麗ですね💙✨

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

ありがとう！

5:39… beautiful!

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

I totally love labradorite.

Beautiful 💙I love labradorite I love that your cutting it yourself I got some but haven’t decided how to cut it yet ,thank you , love all your information on this process 😊💙

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Good luck with it - it's an ornery little rock! :)

U'RE SO VERY MUCH WELCOME MS.KATE. BUT I LOVE LABRADORITE I'VE FELL IN LOVE WITH LABRADORITE FRIM THE MOMENT I FOUND MY FIRST LABRADORITE STONE HERE IN GEORGIA. IT'S MY FAVORITE STONE PERIOD. 👍♥️😃🙋

Beautifull love labradorite

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Eres toda una artista.

@joniahai4475

2 жыл бұрын

@@KatyDidRocks 🙏thanks

Hey!!

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Hello!

Nice try! I am an artisan of making gemstones and I especially work with labradorite. I love Labradorite. I work from India.

@KatyDidRocks

Жыл бұрын

Thanks - I obviously am just learning. :D But it was an interesting endeavor!

Nice video, thanks! I like any information on how to polish and put a shine on that stone. I'm kind of a lapidary hobbyist and also looking for simple ways to polish the stones after cutting.

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

It's a tricky stone, for sure! Thanks for watching. :)

Good job Katy Maybe you'll be glad to know I am gemstone cutter in labradorite and many more gemstones in long time.

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

I was lucky with those cuts, I have to admit - beginner's luck, I guess! I have lots to learn.

* WOW ~ I Love Labradorite ! ! the cut at 5:40 mark is Fantastic.. What a Cab that would make ! !

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

I was so pleased with myself that I figured out how to make the cut. :D

Thanks Kate. This is something I was wondering is how to figure out what direction to cut rocks like this in to get the shiney bits to show properly. Hope the beast isn't too difficult to fix.

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

It's finding a part that will be a challenge. Thanks!

We just got a bunch of labradorite from an estate sale nearby. The only lapidary tools we have are a tile saw and a rock tumbler. We do have access to our club’s lapidary shop so I think I’m going to have to schedule a session there for the labradorite. Great tips on directionality for cutting. I love your videos because you don’t pretend to know everything. It’s nice to learn along with you :)

@KatyDidRocks

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I have this stone I love it

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Me too!

Looks like that rock is a little hard to work with but the rewards will be great when you get it figured out and finishing polishing good luck thanks Ray 😊

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! :)

I use s piece of foam pipe insulation to cover the edge of the saw table. Keeps oil off your arms and your shirt sleeves

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Good idea!

Parabéns, lindo trabalho! Grato por compartilhar seus conhecimentos. Acompanhando o canal aqui no Brasil!

@KatyDidRocks

Жыл бұрын

Obrigado. :)

It's so amazing! Kate, I like this beautiful shiny heart! I've been curious for a long time how to make heart Labradorite. I learn a lesson here. Besides Labradorite I also like Scolesite jewelry. I wonder can I see how to cut Scolesite?

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

I've never even heard of that stone - I'll have to look it up!

I love labradorite because I am easily distracted by shiny thi... Oh look, a rainbow!

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

LOL!

🤩

I love it... I have a piece of labradorite I need to find the direction to cut it as well

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Good luck! :)

@rebeccaofsunnybrookefarm8469

2 жыл бұрын

@@KatyDidRocks watching you trim your specimens helps a bit more with understanding

I have that stone! :D

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Sweet! Isn't it beautiful?!

@Typicalmemer._.

2 жыл бұрын

It is

Do you know anything about cutting in like the Vogel style like the Vogel quartz crystals? Is a good video that's a nice piece of lavender right I like it I didn't even think of looking into rock branches just within like a 30 seconds you gave me a treasure trove of information thank you peace be with you

I have a storage bin of lab chunks and was wondering if you had a recommendation for a saw? I'm only gonna be trimming labradorite specifically. Thank you.

@KatyDidRocks

Жыл бұрын

Hello! Any lapidary trim saw will work - just be sure you have a decent diamond blade and good lighting. You might even be able to use a tile saw - labradorite isn’t that hard.

Thanks. I've been working on some labradorite off & on for a while. It can be fickle. Aren't the cracks a bummer?

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

The cracks are the worst! But it sure is pretty!

👍👍👍👍fashion

Oh I wish I had a cab king. Ive been trying to learn how to polish or fix polished cabs and pieces of labradorite I have without having access to large machines. Is there any tips or tools to help me that you can suggest for polishing labradorite at home? And is it possible to bring out the laboresence more? I have silver flashes that I hear are hard to polish well and was told you can over polish the "flashes " out. And what can I use to bring out the shiller or give pieces a high polish? Really any help and tools to suggest would be of great help. I do enjoy your videos and im a handy person and used to do trade work but body retired before me so this for me is my happy place and still( for the most part) can use my hands to widdle and create. Minerals are all new to me but oh they are just wonderful especially labradorite it's my new obsession with over 40 pieces from rough to already carved, freeforms and cabs. But like I said I've never cabbed or cut minerals just trying to fix pieces that lack polish or not very good cutting so Im trying to figure out a way to do by hand and luckily these pieces are hand size or smaller and would love to learn as much as I can and what polishing compound and tools to use on it thank you and love to learn more

@KatyDidRocks

Жыл бұрын

Hi - sorry I took so long to respond. I honestly am a newbie with labradorite - I would suggest reaching out to Theo Kellison, who is much more experienced with this stone. Thanks for watching!

I notice if i keep running it thru water the iridescent shows more.

What grit did you use for the final polish?

The beings in my stone turn Melinated , like me .

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful!

Aww... Cutting hearts is notoriously difficult... You're doing great! Basically move the shape back, look where the lump is, spend a second or two there, move the shape back, repeat. Once it looks symmetrical you have to keep the thing moving on your wheel or a flat spot happens... And an hour's work is ruined... Get some Opal and try with that... The pressure knowing you are working on something that's hundreds of dollars a gram is something else...

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

LOL, no thank you on the opal - but I sure love labradorite.

😎

@KatyDidRocks

5 ай бұрын

:D

So it looks like once you find the plane that shows labradorescence, that cutting in parallel planes reveals the more of the same. Is that correct?

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

That definitely was the case with this rock! The labradorescense (wow, what a terrible word to type) was very strong, but leaving the plane even a few degrees made it disappear.

Labrador stone ... is a stone that has a fairly expensive value in Indonesia (my country)

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

It is a remarkable stone!

I wish someone could tell me how to prevent it from cracking while polishing, I have tons of Moonstone and laboradite, I'm surrounded by it here in the Adirondacks. I love it! Every songle piece I've tried shaping and polishing gets ruined! It starts cracking, cracks get filled with water and polish, then the rock ends up being ruined everytime. I'm so frustrated! I've ruined so many beautiful pieces. 😢

Katy❤❤❤ thank a lot for your video. How can I buy labradorite from you? I'm in Canada

@KatyDidRocks

9 күн бұрын

Hey there! I'm sorry to say, I don't have any labradorite for sale.

Is the rock from ruins , like a cathedral or just masses of rock ?

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

I actually bought it from a rock shop.

@deboaedwards9312

2 жыл бұрын

The beings in the stone turn Melinated like myself , when I hold it .. ?

Ciao! Ho visto il tuo video...ma ancora non ho capito in che direzione dover tagliare il pezzo di labradorite... se andare parallelo alla labradorescenza o perpendicolare

@KatyDidRocks

2 ай бұрын

Taglia parallelamente alla lucentezza, ma la lucentezza può cambiare direzione, quindi continua a guardarla.

@Gupper09

2 ай бұрын

@@KatyDidRocks grazie grazie grazie, con una pietra grezza effettivamente ho avuto successo, con altre 2 invece anche se parallele ha perso totalmente la labradorescenza...evidentemente erano di scarsa qualità, comunque veramente grazie per avermi risposto

That heart would look so lovely in my rubbish bin next to the vegetable peelings. So pretty.

@KatyDidRocks

Жыл бұрын

LOL, er, thanks. :P

You take forever LOL

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

I do. :D

Feel free to send me some if you want 😃 hahahah

@KatyDidRocks

2 жыл бұрын

:D Thanks for watching!

@taliamccaig3744

2 жыл бұрын

@@KatyDidRocks hahaha no problem!

Labradorite is soft and easy to cut. You just can’t use a lot of force or pressure so it won’t chip up. Labradorite it’s about a five on the Mohs scale.. that’s why you see so many carvings made with it because it is easy to carve. But it is easy to lose your color.. to get that color positioned in the center. It does take some practice..