{"product_id":"from-rough-stones-to-wow-turn-your-rocks-minerals-into-beautiful-gems-paperback","title":"From Rough Stones to Wow: Turn Your Rocks \u0026 Minerals Into Beautiful Gems - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJim Magnuson\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTake rock collecting to the next level: create gemstones that glisten and shine with beginner instructions in this lapidary book that yields professional results.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeautifully cut, polished, and shaped gemstones are marvelous treasures. They can be very expensive to purchase, but have you ever wondered how to create your own? You might be surprised at how quickly you can learn to do it--and how affordable it is, especially when compared with many other popular hobbies. \u003ci\u003eFrom Rough Stones to Wow\u003c\/i\u003e is your one-stop shop for beginning your lapidary journey and being successful.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eWritten by Jim Magnuson, this accessible how-to guide keeps things simple while covering a variety of the most popular lapidary arts. The step-by-step instructions--supplemented by easy-to-follow, full-color photographs--can help you produce high-quality gemstone products that you'll be proud to display, wear, or even sell. Learn about the tools and equipment needed for tasks like tumbling and cutting, as well as types of rocks and minerals you might want to utilize. Then, with Jim's focused instruction, you can discover the rewarding experience of taking rough stones and making your own creations. There's even a brief introduction to jewelry making, with six simple jewelry projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou'll appreciate these features: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy-to-follow directions complemented by action-oriented photos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eRecommendations on lapidary machines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eTips, charts, and checklists to jump-start your learning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eTechniques and tools that take you from start to finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJim Magnuson\u003c\/b\u003e has been an avid hunter of various gems, minerals, and fossils since childhood. Because of his in-depth knowledge, he is frequently called upon to present to groups such as rock and mineral clubs, geological societies, and educational institutions that focus on outdoor and environmental interests. He likes to perform various lapidary arts with the stones that he finds, and he has a small business making and selling custom-polished stones and jewelry pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 184\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.4 x 8.4 x 5.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e May 13, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53579742150963,"sku":"9781647554583","price":21.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0990\/0746\/3731\/files\/THQySTHvM89781647554583.webp?v=1782962263","url":"https:\/\/s3xxpj-vy.myshopify.com\/products\/from-rough-stones-to-wow-turn-your-rocks-minerals-into-beautiful-gems-paperback","provider":"The Celestial Starlit Phoenix ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}