I Made a Full Sized CHESS SET for the Maker's Challenge! My longest Project Ever!

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  • In this one, we tackle my longest project ever! For this year's Maker's Challenge, I made a chess set! This is a project I have wanted to do for as long as I've been making things, so it feels so good to have accomplished this huge goal, and it came out SO much better than I could've ever hoped for! This project was the culmination of literally HUNDREDS of hours of work, and I am SO excited to share it with you all! Let me know what you think down in the comments, and Thank you all so much for supporting yet another amazing Maker's Challenge!
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  • @largent45
    @largent45 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    That was absolutely freaking amazing! You have to be so proud of yourself to have completed that and on time! It looked phenomenal and I just am in awe of your talent! You are amazing! And what a way to wrap up this year's makers challenge! It was just an amazing week! So many talented creators! Thank you Theo for creating one of the most talked about weeks in lapidary and rockhounding!

  • @OzoneFineArtVentures
    @OzoneFineArtVentures ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Holy Soapstone King of Challenges, what an incredible chess set. This turned out so incredibly well and definitely was worth the insane hours that you put into it. Thanks for organizing the Maker's Challenge and raising the bar ever higher for challenges to come. Rock on and get some rest before you start next year's challenge! Cheers!

  • @michellestenton6430
    @michellestenton6430 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You are The King of Lapidary. Absolutely stunning project. The materials you used are gorgeous. You skills are out of this world freakin fantastic!!! This will be an heirloom for generations. Be proud Theo. So amazing.

  • @MarlainaAtkins
    @MarlainaAtkins ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You've blown my socks off once again! That...was...EPIC!!! What a masterpiece. That jasper was something else. Hail to the master of sticks and stones! The amount of time you put into this...wow. I feel like such a little sheep with my little light haha! I need to start a lot sooner next time. I actually have mine planned for next year already! Thanks again for having me be part of this annual awesomeness of the makers challenge. Can't wait for next year! Cheers for years!!

  • @kittygreenleaf427
    @kittygreenleaf427 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    OMG Theo, you are truly a master of your craft! Absolutely beautiful!💜💜

  • @dustinfindsrocks
    @dustinfindsrocks ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Dude you are so talented Theo! This is a masterpiece

  • @kellyharper367
    @kellyharper367 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Old disabled house bound dusty rusty rockhound here: I'm amazed. I'm so proud of you! Beautiful use of that deep jewel toned jasper. Smart idea to do stone vs. Wood . You truly have an artist's eye for balance, structure, and texture. I'm having a super weekend watching Maker's Challenge videos. Theo, you really have honored all us lapidary enthusiasts by starting the Maker's Challenge. Each year it's bigger and better. It's like the super bowl for us rock geeks! Can't wait till next year's MC. Geeze I'm stoked! Team Kellison...y'all 🪨 ROCK!!!

  • @johnsaucerhunter
    @johnsaucerhunter ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That was really refreshing to watch. You made something that can be handed down as an heirloom and tell the story of how you made this event that many talented and creative folks participated in called the "Makers Challenge" . Well Done!

  • @mirkatu3249
    @mirkatu3249 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    WOW, this turned out incredible! I've never seen anyone make a chess set before, thanks for taking us along! 🙂

  • @cynergy4
    @cynergy4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You can be very proud of yourself Theo! There are no superlatives to do it justice. You are truly a master artist! Everyone did such a wonder-full job this year, so kudos to all who participated!

  • @timlabute8930
    @timlabute8930 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That is one of of the best projects yet love the jasper you chose , great job as always , love your channel

  • @MichiganRocks
    @MichiganRocks ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm speechless. Fortunately, I'm typing, not actually speaking. That's an incredible project. I'm patient, but not _that_ patient. I think I'll stick to butterflies.
    Nancy and I play backgammon almost every day. I've been thinking about making checkers for our game. I have not considered making the board. Now I feel like a real slacker that I haven't done this yet. You've inspired me to get going on that. Maybe I'll be done by next year's Makers Challenge!

  • @tinadelaluz3197
    @tinadelaluz3197 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Congratulations Theo, the chess set is fantastic! This has been an awesome Makers challenge!

  • @codyihler9881
    @codyihler9881 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I was hoping you would be using your lathe. Amazing job as always Theo! Got some ideas for your future challenges. Appreciate all you do and hope you keep moving forward. Makers challenges are my favorite.

  • @donnalantz7981
    @donnalantz7981 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That turned out so spectacular. You are such a talented young man. You never cease to amaze me.

  • @lisamills-wv6nc
    @lisamills-wv6nc ปีที่แล้ว +2

    OMG, Theo! Did you go to college to learn all this, like carving, and fauceting gems, etc? Or are you just that gifted? Absolutely breath taking work! So AWESOME!!! 😊

  • @RockHoundingAdventures
    @RockHoundingAdventures ปีที่แล้ว +3

    DUUUUDE! I can’t wait to see this. This is going to be Epic.

  • @patifagan6774
    @patifagan6774 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    SUPERB!BRAVO!AWESOMENESS?

  • @gingermackeen5741
    @gingermackeen5741 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That's an amazing project, Theo! You should be proud!😊👍👍

  • @QuestForDetails
    @QuestForDetails ปีที่แล้ว +1

    that was one heck of a project to try and pull off and you did it ! massive undertaking ! bet the feel of the pieces is real nice in the hand . thank you for another awesome maker's challenge !

  • @patriciamckean4186
    @patriciamckean4186 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Can't wait 😊 Don't play chess but you should find a place to display and use this set.

  • @mitzy656
    @mitzy656 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm so proud of you! What dedication and persistance!

  • @shelleybarron215
    @shelleybarron215 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Even if it takes a long time it is okay. The more time you take the more beautiful it turns out. Thank you for making such a beautiful chess set!

  • @treeismee6062
    @treeismee6062 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bravo Theo!! The chess set is stunning as were all the other projects this year. I really couldn't pick a winner if I had too. Thanks for doing this for us viewers every year!

  • @donnabeaudin9114
    @donnabeaudin9114 ปีที่แล้ว

    Theo, that is amazing!! You do know you’ve just created a family heirloom,right? I loved watching the pieces take shape!👏👏👏👏👏👍👍👍Fantastic!!

  • @Gems-of-Hope-Rocks
    @Gems-of-Hope-Rocks ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome, impressive, inspiring, beautiful, difficult. I seem to only be able to state adjectives, I'm just in awe. Honestly!!!

  • @jerlynneallison6361
    @jerlynneallison6361 ปีที่แล้ว

    I think this year's Maker's Challenge was an amazing success!!! All the projects turned out AMAZING!! Well done all!! 😍😍

  • @blutodo
    @blutodo ปีที่แล้ว

    Theo, I know, you know how great your talent is. So young. So much more to come. What kind of future awaits you? Who knows. Amazing!

  • @pamelasplace7429
    @pamelasplace7429 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely stunning chess set!!! Great job!!!
    Every single project was wonderful! I enjoyed watching each video. Seeing everyone's process and finished creations sparks my creativity!
    Thank you Theo for hosting the Makers Challenge once again.
    Thank you to all who participated!
    Already looking forward to next year's Challenge!

  • @betojdesigns
    @betojdesigns ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow, Theo, you knocked it out of the park on this one. That is absolutely gorgeous! The amount of work you put into that project was phenomenal.

  • @406findings
    @406findings ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful work my friend 🍻

  • @susie5710
    @susie5710 ปีที่แล้ว

    Theo that is absolutely astounding! Fabulous!

  • @offyarocka
    @offyarocka ปีที่แล้ว

    Makers Challenge 2023.......CHECK MATE!!!!!!! 🤪😜🤪😜 Awesome project and another rad year of entries!!! Thanks for making this happen Theo🙏🙏🙏

  • @sandmaker
    @sandmaker ปีที่แล้ว

    Woo hoo, yippee, hot dog, dang you finished! I like the juxtaposition of the wood against the stone better than your original idea of all stone. Well done to you and Alexis for a job well done. Keep the magic coming. Be safe, happy and safe healthy. 😷⚒

  • @CJFoxK
    @CJFoxK ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautifully done, Theo!!! You did an outstanding job on this project!!! I love watching all the challenges!

  • @joang.cavanna2046
    @joang.cavanna2046 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So impressive! So unique! Awesome Beautiful. Well done. Thanks.

  • @juliemckenna514
    @juliemckenna514 ปีที่แล้ว

    Theo, you are the master carver! Wow the chess set turned out Beautiful! Looks amazing with the half wood half rock, really cool! And you are so patient😅Thank you for sharing your talent and the makers challenge, so fun, inspiring and interesting to see what everyone does and their process. Really love it, thank you and Alexis and all the makers for sharing their time and talent😊🤩❤️❤️

  • @rockersfromaz3001
    @rockersfromaz3001 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are a brilliant artist!!! Absolutely brilliant!!!! 🙌👍

  • @hubertblackwolf
    @hubertblackwolf ปีที่แล้ว

    😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮wow can't wait to see it

  • @christineg8151
    @christineg8151 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely gorgeous! I love the jasper you chose for the board. It's an incredible project. I know the stone was a pain to work with, but it was worth it!

  • @annepickering4234
    @annepickering4234 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks absolutely fantastic. Well done. I've loved the whole makers challenge. Thank you.

  • @LynS.651
    @LynS.651 ปีที่แล้ว

    That was a lot of work Theo! But it is so amazingly beautiful!!! Must have taken mucho patience! Bravo👏😊💜✌

  • @leaannlamoure2754
    @leaannlamoure2754 ปีที่แล้ว

    You have absolutely outdone yourself with this one. Absolutely incredible !

  • @TheOldladyB
    @TheOldladyB ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely gorgeous. Well done.

  • @beckysmith3660
    @beckysmith3660 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job Theo that’s gorgeous. However, I cant see you sitting still long enough to play a game of chess!😂

  • @JeffMac261
    @JeffMac261 ปีที่แล้ว

    Never cease to amaze my man!! Awesome, awesome, awesome job!

  • @camilovergara6653
    @camilovergara6653 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just incredible! Amazing work and amazing bar you just set for the other Makers for the next year’s Makers Challenge

  • @fireflyidaho1
    @fireflyidaho1 ปีที่แล้ว

    That was freaking amazing!! You are so going to win this challenge!

  • @keithcunningham7925
    @keithcunningham7925 ปีที่แล้ว

    That was frickin awesome I think this is the best makers challenge you blew this out of the park

  • @roxannsejkora1691
    @roxannsejkora1691 ปีที่แล้ว

    VERY NICE job!!! That turned out AWESOME!!! ❤

  • @justjulee9135
    @justjulee9135 ปีที่แล้ว

    Totally amazing! Really gorgeous chess set! What a huge accomplishment!

  • @judymarkel8029
    @judymarkel8029 ปีที่แล้ว

    Way cool.! All the projects have been awesome🎉

  • @CurrentlyRockhounding
    @CurrentlyRockhounding ปีที่แล้ว

    The chess set came out looking so good!
    Thank you for putting this together and I'm really looking forward to next years Makers Challenge #5

  • @thrownasearched7779
    @thrownasearched7779 ปีที่แล้ว

    an artist in action. really enjoying his work. 👍

  • @micahflips1928
    @micahflips1928 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That is awesome man! Turned out great! This is actually an idea I’ve had for a long time as well. I know it will take ages but what I want to do is make a Agate vs Jasper chess set. I have already hand-carved one pawn and it took ridiculously long haha. I used a diamond rotary bit like you did but now I need to figure out the most efficient way to polish it. Any ideas on how to get into the nook and crannies? That will probably be a big obstacle with the knight. I never expected to see someone else do this but it’s nice being able to learn from other’s tips and mistakes and stuff. I’ll probably need to get a lathe if I’m ever going to finish this project lol and even then it’s going to be a challenge.

  • @michaelvandyke6715
    @michaelvandyke6715 ปีที่แล้ว

    A very talented young man Theo.... 👌
    Awesome job..

  • @danielledavison4993
    @danielledavison4993 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow, just WOW! Freaking awesome 👌 👏 👍 😍

  • @valsummers5330
    @valsummers5330 ปีที่แล้ว

    No words
    What a gorgeous chess set
    The soapstone was brilliant
    Good on you! Best yet

  • @AgateAngler
    @AgateAngler ปีที่แล้ว

    BRAVO! That was excellent to watch. Amazing job Theo, thanks for bringing us along for the journey.

  • @letitialouison7311
    @letitialouison7311 ปีที่แล้ว

    Everybody did a wonderful job ❤❤❤❤🇱🇨

  • @fenix02008
    @fenix02008 ปีที่แล้ว

    EXCELLENT ❣️ Thx Theo for organizing Maker’s Challenge ❣️ Enjoyed the whole week and am Now subscribed to All the participants ❣️Keep on Rockin❣️

  • @oelschig123
    @oelschig123 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was given a soap stone chess set when I was a kid. All the pieces and the board are made out of stone. Awesome project. Well done.

  • @cynthiadugan858
    @cynthiadugan858 ปีที่แล้ว

    Stunning! I am in love with that green jasper❤

  • @cherylduet672
    @cherylduet672 ปีที่แล้ว

    Watching all that was amazing. I saw a few of the other competitors works and my hat is off to all. Tough compotition.

  • @colleen-neophyteores8191
    @colleen-neophyteores8191 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing craftsmanship. What a bc piece to have in your collection. Thank you for always sharing and encouraging us all to think outside the rock

  • @delfic1108
    @delfic1108 ปีที่แล้ว

    AMAZINGD!!! Thanks for all your hard work and showing us your process. You are soooo creative.

  • @jasondelgatty3583
    @jasondelgatty3583 ปีที่แล้ว

    Way to organize the MAKERS CHALLANGE. Love your chess set. I am going to try and do the butterfly creation from Michigan Rocks. Loved his little butterfly collection.

  • @Rocktwister
    @Rocktwister ปีที่แล้ว

    Super impressed with the idea of using the lathe on the soap stone! Your work really paid off! Beautiful set!

  • @sallythompson5071
    @sallythompson5071 ปีที่แล้ว

    Impressive project! I like this challenge you put together, I look forward to it! Thanks.

  • @weirdo8643
    @weirdo8643 ปีที่แล้ว

    You have some serious talent!!! Everything you do comes out so amazing!! Super awesome chess set. I'm not one for the game myself, but I can surely appreciate the visual beauty. Every bit of material used compliments each other so well. I'm truly blown away by the talent you possess. You should make a set of checkers pieces to go with that gorgeous board.😅 Can't wait to see what you create next. 🤘

  • @Rockin_in_Kentucky
    @Rockin_in_Kentucky ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow that's awesome, most beautiful chess set ever!

  • @RockAndRollRockhound
    @RockAndRollRockhound ปีที่แล้ว

    That was the best one yet!! Congrats on a great job Theo!! I’m hoping to make the Makers Challenge one day. 🤘😎🤘

  • @mommarichman
    @mommarichman ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely gorgeous!

  • @RockandRoadRockhounding
    @RockandRoadRockhounding ปีที่แล้ว

    This is amazing! I can't imagine the amount of dust you had to deal with using the lathe for the stones. Well done!

  • @donc5220
    @donc5220 ปีที่แล้ว

    Stunning man, Soul testing project forsure you always learn so much from these tough ones.

  • @CheckOutBushy
    @CheckOutBushy ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful job mate, the pieces came out amazing and the board is epic af! Really love the series and everyone's work, can't wait for next year's challenge's. 🤓🙏

  • @nancygaxiola5412
    @nancygaxiola5412 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are so talented! Spectacular!

  • @MrRyan-fd9rd
    @MrRyan-fd9rd 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great work brother.
    That was impressive.
    I’m sure you’re proud, and you should be.👍🏻

  • @aydamercado6798
    @aydamercado6798 ปีที่แล้ว

    Pure beauty , I’m speechless !

  • @naomimakin1908
    @naomimakin1908 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow wow wow I'm not often lost for words but man that's stunning 🎉

  • @laurat5143
    @laurat5143 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    ❤ l love the chess set. It's beautifully designed. What a great job.😊Thumbs-up 👍

  • @danielmartin7838
    @danielmartin7838 ปีที่แล้ว

    Gives a new appreciation for those cats who thought it would be a goid idea to build the pyramids.

  • @marinal9843
    @marinal9843 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a beautiful work of art. Absolutely amazing ❤

  • @kaylinathompson3997
    @kaylinathompson3997 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful work! That is extremely impressive!

  • @ceeclearly6840
    @ceeclearly6840 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am so impressed! Your talent is off the charts.

  • @GordonVincent
    @GordonVincent ปีที่แล้ว

    You should be extremely proud of the chess set and you amazing skill, the project was AWESOME !!!!!!!!!

  • @cathyhagen3143
    @cathyhagen3143 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow beautiful!!!!

  • @kevinunger433
    @kevinunger433 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are so talented brother. Beautiful work.

  • @michaelbearss371
    @michaelbearss371 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job! Love it!

  • @bfmglobal
    @bfmglobal ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Theo, Great Channel. Glad I stumbled across. Looks like I'm your 30,000th subscriber! Hope you get many more!

  • @elainebates6967
    @elainebates6967 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely beautiful job Theo!

  • @SistaJaine
    @SistaJaine 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    WOW! bloody amazing...nice 1

  • @celestesanterre796
    @celestesanterre796 ปีที่แล้ว

    Stellar!

  • @claudesarich6314
    @claudesarich6314 ปีที่แล้ว

    That was awesomely fantastic. The wait for this year's challenge was well worth it, as a one off chess game it should be patented as I bet it gets copied. To all the people who were in the challenge, all did a great job. The bar has risen how are you all going to proceed next year the mind boggles.

  • @pretzeltime3900
    @pretzeltime3900 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely amazing, Theo!

  • @metteudengaard8831
    @metteudengaard8831 ปีที่แล้ว

    That is so beautiful. 😍

  • @mackie_p
    @mackie_p ปีที่แล้ว

    This is mind blowing! great job!!

  • @helgavoorneveld1530
    @helgavoorneveld1530 ปีที่แล้ว

    Omg I can't believe all the effort, patience, skills, determination, endurance and dedication it took for you to make this and finish it on time my goodness that was a marathon!!! Congratz and actually although the initial idea was two types of stone I am totally loving the contrast between the wood and the stone!!! My favourite of them all duh way to go you ROCK 🧡🧡🧡 Do you or Alexis play chess?🤔

  • @rebeccaofsunnybrookefarm8469
    @rebeccaofsunnybrookefarm8469 ปีที่แล้ว

    I enjoyed watching this video.... excellent.

  • @rockandfound
    @rockandfound ปีที่แล้ว

    Very very nice Theo. I know that took some serious time to do. Great job.