Stone Tumbling - Results

Finally after all the trial and error methods used, stones are removed from the liquid, washed and are left to dry.

After the stones have been dried they must be checked.  Any that I found unsatisfactory were put back into the store of stones to be re-tumbled.

I am unsure whether the stones have been tumbled enough and would like to hear your opinions on this.  I recently visited 2 different craft fairs where they were selling tumbled stones (imported from abroad) which were so shiny I almost thought there was a lacquer on them.  Is this the case or am I not tumbling long enough in one of the processes?  

The picture (left) is a close-up of the finished polished stones after they have dried off.   This shows they are nicely polished (but have not been hand-polished yet).  

What are your experiences with tumbling?  

I have found it difficult to find specific information with regards to hints and tips on the Internet for this new-found hobby.  What do you do with your stones?  I am still looking for ideas.

I look forward to hearing from you with hints/ tips/ ideas/ experiences etc, etc.

 

Mags