I work with alabaster. Although I haven't tried to make a hollow cylinder, I think your best bet here would be to cut out the block, make it a cylinder and then trace the thickness you want. Then use a drill specifically made for stone to make many holes. Keep it wet so that it does no over heat while drilling. Then use a file or similar tool to remove the rest of the material. Keep on eye on the integrity of the stone. As you know, using excessive force instead of carving will crack it.
I never worked with stone, but what about that machine they used to cut the wood for the table?! But with a specific blade for stone?! (the one at 8:16, I don't know its name haha) Wouldn't they be able to use it to cut the blocks out and then refine it to the cylinder shape?!
I think your approach sounds like the safest way to success. With 'delicate' materials smaller and steadier steps are the best. It takes more time but that's the cost of diy, you don't have the efficiency of specialized machines of mass or semi mass production.
@@melanwen you mean the circle saw? I think that might work when you have the right blade and a system to add water für cooling it down. Still might have cracked because it was already hollowed out.
@@sarah.bea. I think so as well. It's best to cut out the cylinder shape with a diamond tip cutting tool and then hollow out the inside. But like I said, I've never made a hollow cylinder shape before. I make sculptures. Not a lot of need for a hollow cylinder shape, though I am now curious how I would without breaking the stone. One point I would like to make is that with other mediums like wood, you might get away with prying like she did right before the stone broke, but with stone, you have to remove the unwanted material. In this example, she should have filed it away. I would have used a diamond tipped saw blade then grinned away the rest of the shape. It becomes cumbersome to hold the stone in place at that point. I use sandbags of various sizes to hold the stone in the position I need. I'll use socks filled with sand or sew material in the size and shape needed and fill about 3/4 full of sand.
Suggestion for the lamp: use only the saw to cut out the base first - then go in the middle to hollow it out. Only using the saw and no drill/chisel as well as having a solid middle will reduce the risk of cracking. Might take a while but should be worth it.
I was about to say this. It was made weaker by putting the hole in it. Cut the base pieces out first and then do the hole. Maybe have the company she got the block from cut it into the bases for her and then she only has to do the hole? Idk.
That was what I was thinking as well...the drill in the middle has made the sides weaker. Also, if we can take inspo from the Terrazzo table fiasco, start small?
I did stone carving in college, and every thing you do should go LARGE to SMALL. So, cut out the big chunk. THEN you shape the outer shell. THEN you can hollow the inside. THEN you further shape with sanding products. It sounds like it takes forever, and it does. Even having a whole semester in my class, and pneumatic tools for shaping, a lot of people didn't finish. Be kind to yourself and know that carving stone takes a lot of patience, and time. LOVE the table!! xoxo
I am not a stone worker by any stretch of the imagination. But maybe cutting the rectangle out before the center might make it less fragile… or making the center smaller in diameter so the walls are thicker. I’m crazy impressed you tackled this project! And the table is perfection!
Yh I’m not a stone worker but the second she said she would drill the inside first I thought “okay, mistake number one but maybe it will work out” and then the second I saw that chisel and hammer action I knew “yep it’s over”. This is why ‘artists’ leave pieces of work for another day for ‘a fresh pair of eyes’, because once you’ve spent so much time on such a slow (especially) first time project/ idea- you will get tired, frustrated, and impatient, and can end up destroying it within a split second. It’s so demoralising but this is the perfect example of “fail to plan- plan to fail”. Even a wood worker or chef would have advised against drilling the inside first and even using a chisel. But Kelsey “yep, first diminish structural integrity, second try to wedge the delicate piece away from the huge chunk that it is still 90% attached to”. No hate, we’ve all been there 😂 Kelsey you’ve still got enough Alabaster for 3 more try’s!!! We want to see the lamp glow!
I actually purchased a set of older stone lamps a little while ago and the insides are coated with what I assume is a clear resin. I can see in my lamp that the stone came apart in some places during production and was glued back together with resin. So long story short, glue your pieces back together with resin and coat the inside too for durability. Maybe it will help? Lol good luck 👍.
@@TheSorryGirls Laura Estrada (6hr) suggested to Kintsugi with gold epoxy - that would look amazing! I can appreciate your determination & dedication - this will be so beautiful on that gorgeous wood side table - kudos to a job well done!! Enjoy your day!!
@@TheSorryGirls I have written 2 weeks ago, a message in the comments about your lamp. Some have written to glue it together gold epoxy glue. I'll offer a slightly different take on it. Try reading what I have written in the comment. Plus I think there are some who pretend to be you, who hand out gifts if you send them a message to them.
You have to use a lot more water when cutting into stone, not for the dust but for your tools, to prevent breakage by overheating. Also maybe cut the blocks first and then hollow them out. Can’t wait to see the results and the final makeover!
I've done a little stone carving in alabaster in college! We had a student that specialized in it. We used pneumatic carving tools to rough the shape out first. If you have access to a band saw it might be handy to cut the rectangle out first, rough out the oval with multi-clawed chisels, then drill the center hole. Or personally, I would ask the art store to get me in contact with someone that works in large scale stone carving, like the person that was going to buy that big piece of alabaster.
Just a word of advice. Please hold the lathe chisels closer to the guide. The guide is there for your hands. Holding it so far away is super dangerous. I know it's scary but trust me, its so much more dangerous not holding them correctly. Don't want any of y'all to get hurt. Awesome video again girls!
lol I just left a similar comment. In school back then I was a couple of centimeters away from getting scalped by a woodworking tool because idiot me waved my very long ponytail around.
I’ve worked with porcelain before, which is obviously quite different from stone, but using water not only helps with dust management but helps to lower the temperature of the blade as it cuts through the material, which in turn helps lower the risk of breaks and fractures!
You originally loved the marble look for the lamp, maybe consider binding the pieces back together with colored resin. I'm thinking that could work pretty seamlessly and give some personalized veins. I'd also consider getting a wet saw or tile saw just to really keep the piece at ideal cutting conditions. I know it isn't what you expected or hoped for, but I'm so glad you haven't given up yet. It will be so amazing and working in smaller chunks -even broken, means you're utilizing as much material as possible. If none of that works out, make a curved shield-like piece and adhere it to a simple wall sconce. If this wasn't a TH-cam comment, I'd draw it out.
I respect the hell out of the ambition of these projects. I've been watching long enough to remember when a hot glue gun was your only power tool, so -- YES! I love how the table turned out and now I'm fully invested in your alabaster lamp. :)
I really love that you showed realness in this video. That sometimes you hit a hurdle and you have to rethink and take time before you continue the project again.
I think you have to use more water not only because of the dust but to cool the blade and stone as well, to prevent it to crack and get cleaner cuts. From watching tutorials, never done it myself 😅 Hope your next attempt works ✨
oh wow this was a roller coaster of emotions🥺so... this is my advice as a sculptor that works mostly with marble... If you try again, don't use the wood hole saw, try and get a diamond one and don't drill it to close to the edge cause it will break as soon and you hit it in a wrong way XS so try and give the double the space you did and you can always shape off and round the excess later😉Ohhh and hack for the future!!! - if you search how the marble is extracted they do pre-holes and then use explosives, and sometimes they have on the "junk ward" stone with those holes intact and unbroken, then you can just shape around it, that will give you less work (end of hack) - my second advice is for you to use a big grinder with diamond ring and just do a clean cut or with the small grinder just make little cuts in opposite directions (to make little squares), this is a basic technique that I'm sure you can search on youtube and see how it's done. 😊 Marble needs love and it can break very easily, but do every step slowly and you'll be fine !! So don't give up Kelsey!
It is so refreshing to see uncompleted attempts in a more positive light! I'm a jeweller. This reminds me of a time when I cracked a bezel while setting a $200 tourmaline stone on a sterling silver and gold ring. It sits unfinished on my bench, but it will be completed one day just like your lamp will!! 😁
As soon as Kelsey was like "here's a wood thing I don't have a tool for!" I was like 👀 a Chris from woodchipwerks appearance perhaps? 👀 And I wasn't disappointed ty 😂
I was wondering this too! With the right finds you could just put two premade pieces together! Or using similar feeling materials and then changing their look to match the marble style. But of course i love the going for it as always and support you in all your endeavors SGs!
So cool you guys are advancing your skills in the DIYs. The progress in the last year has truly been remarkable. In quality of projects and the quality of editing! (Nick and Justin stan!)
The table turned out well and I applaud your willingness to try something completely different from what you've done before, I feel you will find a way to complete the project.
I love this so much. The Jurassic Park gen z moment was hilarious. I’m so impressed with the level of difficulty of these projects. TSG have stepped it up… but at the same time they are still so relatable when they show us how hard is the process. Looking forward to the part II!
I absolutely loved, enjoyed and lived every second of this video. I love seeing you guys working on projects that take you to the next level and force you to be open for learning. I'll need a super like button for this one Kels!!xx
I love the whole journey: " I saw this stuff; LOOK at that price tag" (at one level this is a "that cost *how much*!" on steroids) -- the research, the learning new skilz. Here for ALL of it
Wow, both of these projects were incredibly challenging and introduced you to new tools/materials. You did so well Kelsey! The table came out so well and the lampshades are taking shape and in progress. There's a lot you can still do to save the cracked stone and just need some time to figure out the cutting techniques now. There are lots of clear glues that can be used to put together the stone pieces, I think it will look even better with some cracks showing, you can even fill the cracks with gold leaf or resin, and maybe introduce different materials. I have full faith in you and I know it will turn out amazing!
okay, so there is a town in italy - tuscany called volterra. currently it is most known for stephanie meyer placing her volturi vampires there, but it actually is full of alabaster workshops and artist places. and shops that sell alabaster things. the whole town is known as THE alabaster place. they do everything from statues to kitchen stuff but also actual lamps. maybe track someone down there. when i was there they even did actual workshops there for people to learn. the stuff is really beautiful and it is amazing and breathtaking to see how thin they manage to work the stone without breaking.
Serious kudos for trying these! Way beyond the usual skill set. I'm impressed! Can't wait to see you re-try the alabaster. Gotta be a way to glue/affix those pieces
Kelsey, you are fearless! You inspire me to try, regardless of the outcome. I really needed this today! I live with chronic pain and have been stuck in bed for 2 days. Now, after watching you, I feel more determined to get up with a smile because that is all I have control of❤ Thank you!
Thank you for showing a project that didn't go the way you wanted! I know the feeling so well, and really appreciate the honestly and emotion. Caanntttt wait to see what happens with that beautiful alabaster
Kelsey, you never cease to amaze me! That wooden table came out beautifully! You have such bright ideas, you've come a long way as i've been following you Sorry Girls forever !! I have two alabaster lamps bought at a thrift shop, both of them are not without cracks, however it does not distract from the beauty when the light shines through, one of them I am re-wiring because, in fact, it was a colume pedestal which was always wobbly and chipped in certain parts, so your video inspires me to change it around as it has significant parts (6) so as I watch your second try at this I will learn what solutions I need to do too, perhaps leaving certain pieces aside! Thanks look'n forward to part 2 and also, the re-make of your kitchen! Waiting patiently! Enjoy your Sunday!
Absolutely live how the diys are becoming more complex and show how we as every day diyers can accomplish these things! It’s inspiring. I love this lamp I can’t wait for more. The kintsugi comment idea with epoxy is genius honestly. I love how you showed a Native American sculptor maybe you could do the same with that!
You know what I love about you Kelsey it's your determination, you don't give up. I know you'll figure out a way to accomplish this I just know it. Good luck girl, you can do this!!!
**Try a carbide blade on your sawzall, it might get less gummed up. And rent a core drill for the centre hole - it will take the whole centre out and you can go deeper into it! (This is all coming from my plumber husband!)** Good luck! Loved the video, and so glad you showed us your project that isn’t complete yet. LOVE seeing how your projects have evolved over the years.
I love how adventurous you are! This is amazing, even to have just gotten this far! Dont let this stop you , keep cutting and then "kintsugi" whatever may chip off! Your doing great! cant wait to see how this turns out!
I LOVE the fact that you attempted to do it and went for it, regardless of the initial setback. Everyone should live this way. The table looked beautiful and so will the lamp. Try again. Don’t give up! ✊🏾
I love that little table! It turned out great! As for the stone, girl, I felt that in my SOUL when it cracked! Maybe the stone place would be willing to cut it into a smaller rectangular prism that's easier to work with. Good luck; I'm excited to see the lamp finished. You've got this! ❣
Thank you for sharing your failures! I think it’s so important to see those moments reflected in social media because that’s real life and we rarely know how other people deal with hard moments and unmet expectations. Great job on the table!! Can’t wait for the next video!
Can we see the rest of that interview with Robin? Sounds like an interesting person! Also, would resin work on the marble? Like if you put enough in the crack to use it as a sealant of some sort? There are some marble to marble sealants online too! 💕
Loved the working with a lathe and trying new materials and techniques! The bravery! It's also awesome to see everyone in the comments have awesome ideas. It would be cool to have more videos that are not fully complete, get suggestions from the audience and make part-twos. :D You got this!
This is my favorite Sorry Girls DIY to date! Love how ambitious you got with this. It looks like you have a few great comments with feedback on where to go with the lamp next. Can't wait to see what you do! :)
I feel like a tiny lamp made out of alabaster with a lil led light would be such a cute addition to the miniatures you’ve made, and might be a good way to get familiar with the material and techniques on a smaller scale. Loved the video, and I like when you guys show the things that go wrong as it makes it more real and relatable. ❤
Thanks for showing when things don't quite work out! I hope you figure it out someday after you take a break because, I agree, the light coming through it would be beautiful!
This video was such an exciting one. Seeing you leap so far into new projects and new skills for the channel, scaling up big time! I was astonished - you made the lathe look so easy! And I'm so looking forward to the redemption ark of the alabaster. I know that you will get the tips and skills you need to make that look as easy as the table. Seriously. Xx
This is my favourite sorry girls ep in a looong time (not that I don’t love em all) I love to see you guys diving into things that don’t come quite as easy. Really enjoyed the lathe and learning that hot glue technique. That’s so bloody smart. See ya next episode ❤
I am so invested in seeing you continue this lamp journey!!! I’ve been a long time viewer and it is SO satisfying to see your confidence grow in tackling new and bigger things! The epitome of girl power 💪💪💪
Love the side table and your determination is ridiculously impressive 👏 also I’m the person who needed that tip on the jigsaw-thanks! I’m attempting my own art desk diy thanks to you girls and your mad skills!
her laying down at the end! a mood!!!! love the effort n all! But I think this goes to show why some of these items are hex-pensive!!! The amount of hours, tools, etc needed to create a piece. Looking forward to see what you guys create with lamp
What unique and challenging projects. I felt proud for you. You are one creative force. I enjoyed the process of the table and the result is stunning and look forward to the creation of the magical alabaster lamp.
The table is such a beautifully crafted piece. Well done! ✨️ I'm actually kind of loving the sculptural appeal of the unfinished lamp haha maybe just me Thank you for sharing both the success of your projects, and the struggle with the more "impossible" Also, can't wait for more Sorry Girls collaboration, miss you all together. Never enough content! 😄❤️
Kelsey omg you are such a badass! I just love how you're like "idk how to do this but I'm gonna try." The stubby lil nightstand turned out so cute and I just know you'll figure out the lamp. Lots of love for you ladies!
I really like the rustic stone look. Don't give up Kelsey! Separate the pieces that were damaged in the accident, get a new hole saw and keep drilling. There has to be an epoxy that can be used for stone. I agree the light looks so beautiful underneath that alabaster. Keep trying. Where there's a will there's a way! You got this girl!
Great to see the folks from Sculpture Supply Canada featured here! They have always been so helpful with my projects. They have a bronze foundry too if you’re looking to get some metal sandcast!
That table is everything girll!!! She too cute!!! And don't give up on that lamp--you can do it!!! You were almost there: now its just finding out the best way ton get it off the block
Kelsey, I hope you know how inspiring you are to the rest of out here who don't have $6000 to spend on a lamp. You set a goal, you did your research and you tackled the project with determination and guts. It wasn't a perfect success like 99% of your projects are and it was an expensive lesson, but we all learned from it! Thank you.
Dear Kelsey, I know a couple of things about marble and stones, which I learnt from my father ,so here's my advice: you need a bigger grinder with a specific blade and yes it's a very messy and dusty business. If I were you,I would try first to cut out the piece from the block with the grinder and then try to hollow it out as gently as possible, which should be difficult,so procede with caution. That would be affordable for sure. There are special pieces of equipment that are quite expensive and you aren't a professional,so let's forget about them. I hope you'll be able to make the lamps!! I wish you the best!!
Amazing job as always! Tackling something new on the internet is scary. Love the side table, and we're here for you whenever that lamp makes a comeback
Awesome table!!! I love it. Just thinking about your alabaster dilemma. Alabaster is basically salt. It is a super soft mineral and can stain and erode if liquid gets on it. What about two marble wine chillers with marble bowl tops? I'm crazy for marble and have four marble chillers that I use as kitchen utensil holders. I got two of them on Ebay. Worth checking out. There are second hand marble bowls as well. I use one as a fruit bowl. The Alabaster already has the beginnings of a great art piece! Love your videos!
I am really impressed you tried to make the lamp out of real stone. I saw the inspo and was like - Enter contact paper. Good effort. I am excited to see what you eventually decide to do with it. Table was a win though! Impressive lathing :)
You should Kintsugi the piece with gold epoxy! That would look so dreamy! I love seeing you all challenge yourselves as makers, it is truly inspiring!
love the idea!!!
I was literally just about to suggest that!
I was thinking this as well! And very on brand for them to teach us this technique in order to upcycle and fix items instead of throwing them out
That would be beautiful!
Yes! I was thinking the same. It would look amazing.
I work with alabaster. Although I haven't tried to make a hollow cylinder, I think your best bet here would be to cut out the block, make it a cylinder and then trace the thickness you want. Then use a drill specifically made for stone to make many holes. Keep it wet so that it does no over heat while drilling. Then use a file or similar tool to remove the rest of the material. Keep on eye on the integrity of the stone. As you know, using excessive force instead of carving will crack it.
I never worked with stone, but what about that machine they used to cut the wood for the table?! But with a specific blade for stone?! (the one at 8:16, I don't know its name haha)
Wouldn't they be able to use it to cut the blocks out and then refine it to the cylinder shape?!
I think your approach sounds like the safest way to success. With 'delicate' materials smaller and steadier steps are the best. It takes more time but that's the cost of diy, you don't have the efficiency of specialized machines of mass or semi mass production.
@@melanwen you mean the circle saw? I think that might work when you have the right blade and a system to add water für cooling it down. Still might have cracked because it was already hollowed out.
@@sarah.bea. I think so as well. It's best to cut out the cylinder shape with a diamond tip cutting tool and then hollow out the inside. But like I said, I've never made a hollow cylinder shape before. I make sculptures. Not a lot of need for a hollow cylinder shape, though I am now curious how I would without breaking the stone. One point I would like to make is that with other mediums like wood, you might get away with prying like she did right before the stone broke, but with stone, you have to remove the unwanted material. In this example, she should have filed it away. I would have used a diamond tipped saw blade then grinned away the rest of the shape. It becomes cumbersome to hold the stone in place at that point. I use sandbags of various sizes to hold the stone in the position I need. I'll use socks filled with sand or sew material in the size and shape needed and fill about 3/4 full of sand.
yes. definitely cut the piece out before hollowing. less stress on the material.
Suggestion for the lamp: use only the saw to cut out the base first - then go in the middle to hollow it out. Only using the saw and no drill/chisel as well as having a solid middle will reduce the risk of cracking. Might take a while but should be worth it.
I was about to say this. It was made weaker by putting the hole in it. Cut the base pieces out first and then do the hole. Maybe have the company she got the block from cut it into the bases for her and then she only has to do the hole? Idk.
That was what I was thinking as well...the drill in the middle has made the sides weaker. Also, if we can take inspo from the Terrazzo table fiasco, start small?
Maybe use two different diameters of circles to create the cylinder, first the inner hole
I agree!
Yes! And use water to avoid the stone getting to hot which will also lead to cracking.
And now we know why the lamps were $6,000. No small task, but I love seeing your determination to keep going!
Right! U better off buying the lamps....lol!
I did stone carving in college, and every thing you do should go LARGE to SMALL. So, cut out the big chunk. THEN you shape the outer shell. THEN you can hollow the inside. THEN you further shape with sanding products.
It sounds like it takes forever, and it does. Even having a whole semester in my class, and pneumatic tools for shaping, a lot of people didn't finish. Be kind to yourself and know that carving stone takes a lot of patience, and time.
LOVE the table!! xoxo
I am not a stone worker by any stretch of the imagination. But maybe cutting the rectangle out before the center might make it less fragile… or making the center smaller in diameter so the walls are thicker.
I’m crazy impressed you tackled this project! And the table is perfection!
Yh I’m not a stone worker but the second she said she would drill the inside first I thought “okay, mistake number one but maybe it will work out” and then the second I saw that chisel and hammer action I knew “yep it’s over”.
This is why ‘artists’ leave pieces of work for another day for ‘a fresh pair of eyes’, because once you’ve spent so much time on such a slow (especially) first time project/ idea- you will get tired, frustrated, and impatient, and can end up destroying it within a split second.
It’s so demoralising but this is the perfect example of “fail to plan- plan to fail”. Even a wood worker or chef would have advised against drilling the inside first and even using a chisel. But Kelsey “yep, first diminish structural integrity, second try to wedge the delicate piece away from the huge chunk that it is still 90% attached to”. No hate, we’ve all been there 😂
Kelsey you’ve still got enough Alabaster for 3 more try’s!!! We want to see the lamp glow!
Yes! I'm not an expert either in any way, but this sounds logically right...
I actually purchased a set of older stone lamps a little while ago and the insides are coated with what I assume is a clear resin. I can see in my lamp that the stone came apart in some places during production and was glued back together with resin. So long story short, glue your pieces back together with resin and coat the inside too for durability. Maybe it will help? Lol good luck 👍.
wow! so interesting! thanks for the tip
Such a good note! The cracks all sealed together would look interesting I think. Give little variations in the stone that weren’t there before.
@@TheSorryGirls Laura Estrada (6hr) suggested to Kintsugi with gold epoxy - that would look amazing! I can appreciate your determination & dedication - this will be so beautiful on that gorgeous wood side table - kudos to a job well done!!
Enjoy your day!!
I know a professional stone carver and she told me it is very ubiquitous to give stone pieces a resin bath every now and then.
@@TheSorryGirls I have written 2 weeks ago, a message in the comments about your lamp. Some have written to glue it together gold epoxy glue. I'll offer a slightly different take on it. Try reading what I have written in the comment. Plus I think there are some who pretend to be you, who hand out gifts if you send them a message to them.
You have to use a lot more water when cutting into stone, not for the dust but for your tools, to prevent breakage by overheating. Also maybe cut the blocks first and then hollow them out. Can’t wait to see the results and the final makeover!
I've done a little stone carving in alabaster in college! We had a student that specialized in it. We used pneumatic carving tools to rough the shape out first. If you have access to a band saw it might be handy to cut the rectangle out first, rough out the oval with multi-clawed chisels, then drill the center hole. Or personally, I would ask the art store to get me in contact with someone that works in large scale stone carving, like the person that was going to buy that big piece of alabaster.
Also good luck! It is amazing to see you take on these projects and step out of your comfort zone!!!
I just lft my own advice from college! I went to BGSU.
@@Leslie-wb8cb nice!!! I've heard great things about their arts programs!
Just a word of advice. Please hold the lathe chisels closer to the guide. The guide is there for your hands. Holding it so far away is super dangerous. I know it's scary but trust me, its so much more dangerous not holding them correctly. Don't want any of y'all to get hurt. Awesome video again girls!
ALWAYS ALWAYS tie your hair back when using a Lathe! I promise you don’t want your hair caught in one of those! The outcome is beautiful though!
GREAT TIP. I’ll add if you longer hair opt for a bun or a pinned up/back braid to avoid the ponytail accidentally flopping forward when you lean over🫣
I had anxiety too, watching her, especially when she bent over to pick up the sandpaper.
lol I just left a similar comment. In school back then I was a couple of centimeters away from getting scalped by a woodworking tool because idiot me waved my very long ponytail around.
@@Firestarter.999 Yes, that moment did it for me too. o_O
Ouch! goodbye scalp!
I’ve worked with porcelain before, which is obviously quite different from stone, but using water not only helps with dust management but helps to lower the temperature of the blade as it cuts through the material, which in turn helps lower the risk of breaks and fractures!
Petition for Rochelle to be the 4th sorry girl. She’s always coming through 💪🏼
Definitely love her!
You originally loved the marble look for the lamp, maybe consider binding the pieces back together with colored resin. I'm thinking that could work pretty seamlessly and give some personalized veins. I'd also consider getting a wet saw or tile saw just to really keep the piece at ideal cutting conditions. I know it isn't what you expected or hoped for, but I'm so glad you haven't given up yet. It will be so amazing and working in smaller chunks -even broken, means you're utilizing as much material as possible.
If none of that works out, make a curved shield-like piece and adhere it to a simple wall sconce. If this wasn't a TH-cam comment, I'd draw it out.
I respect the hell out of the ambition of these projects. I've been watching long enough to remember when a hot glue gun was your only power tool, so -- YES! I love how the table turned out and now I'm fully invested in your alabaster lamp. :)
Still Stan the hot glue gun 🤍 thanks for tuning in 🥰
I really love that you showed realness in this video. That sometimes you hit a hurdle and you have to rethink and take time before you continue the project again.
I think you have to use more water not only because of the dust but to cool the blade and stone as well, to prevent it to crack and get cleaner cuts. From watching tutorials, never done it myself 😅 Hope your next attempt works ✨
oh wow this was a roller coaster of emotions🥺so... this is my advice as a sculptor that works mostly with marble...
If you try again, don't use the wood hole saw, try and get a diamond one and don't drill it to close to the edge cause it will break as soon and you hit it in a wrong way XS so try and give the double the space you did and you can always shape off and round the excess later😉Ohhh and hack for the future!!! - if you search how the marble is extracted they do pre-holes and then use explosives, and sometimes they have on the "junk ward" stone with those holes intact and unbroken, then you can just shape around it, that will give you less work (end of hack) - my second advice is for you to use a big grinder with diamond ring and just do a clean cut or with the small grinder just make little cuts in opposite directions (to make little squares), this is a basic technique that I'm sure you can search on youtube and see how it's done. 😊
Marble needs love and it can break very easily, but do every step slowly and you'll be fine !! So don't give up Kelsey!
Okay just attempting that stone project was badass. Super impressed with Kelsey for going outside her comfort zone 👏
It is so refreshing to see uncompleted attempts in a more positive light! I'm a jeweller. This reminds me of a time when I cracked a bezel while setting a $200 tourmaline stone on a sterling silver and gold ring. It sits unfinished on my bench, but it will be completed one day just like your lamp will!! 😁
Wow, I'm so impressed with what you are willing to try. Great job on the table. Working with stone is very difficult.
It really is!
As soon as Kelsey was like "here's a wood thing I don't have a tool for!" I was like 👀 a Chris from woodchipwerks appearance perhaps? 👀
And I wasn't disappointed ty 😂
What about a marble utensil holder/vase for the base? And maybe a stone bowl for the shade?
Those are great ideas!
@@LoriM222 thank you! I hope its helpful lol
My thoughts exactly 🤣🤣🤣.. actually came here in the comment section looking for this. 😹😹😹
@@destri. You're welcome! I wouldn't have thought of that and if that alabaster doesn't work out, she could certainly try your ideas!!
I was wondering this too! With the right finds you could just put two premade pieces together! Or using similar feeling materials and then changing their look to match the marble style. But of course i love the going for it as always and support you in all your endeavors SGs!
So cool you guys are advancing your skills in the DIYs. The progress in the last year has truly been remarkable. In quality of projects and the quality of editing! (Nick and Justin stan!)
Badass that you keep trying new and increasingly difficult skills 🤘
The table turned out well and I applaud your willingness to try something completely different from what you've done before, I feel you will find a way to complete the project.
I love this so much. The Jurassic Park gen z moment was hilarious. I’m so impressed with the level of difficulty of these projects. TSG have stepped it up… but at the same time they are still so relatable when they show us how hard is the process. Looking forward to the part II!
I absolutely loved, enjoyed and lived every second of this video. I love seeing you guys working on projects that take you to the next level and force you to be open for learning. I'll need a super like button for this one Kels!!xx
I love the whole journey: " I saw this stuff; LOOK at that price tag" (at one level this is a "that cost *how much*!" on steroids) -- the research, the learning new skilz. Here for ALL of it
Don’t we all love a daily dose of watching TheSorryGirls?❤️
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Yo I saw u on the ace family channel you’re here too?😭
not the bot crossing from Valorant's channel to here 💀
I wish they posted more often..
Wow, both of these projects were incredibly challenging and introduced you to new tools/materials. You did so well Kelsey! The table came out so well and the lampshades are taking shape and in progress. There's a lot you can still do to save the cracked stone and just need some time to figure out the cutting techniques now. There are lots of clear glues that can be used to put together the stone pieces, I think it will look even better with some cracks showing, you can even fill the cracks with gold leaf or resin, and maybe introduce different materials. I have full faith in you and I know it will turn out amazing!
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For anyone close to one in the US, Menard's looks to have 8" x10' white cedar round posts. Would make the table much simpler.
So fun watching you discover wood turning and you are rightfully proud of your lovely results !
okay, so there is a town in italy - tuscany called volterra. currently it is most known for stephanie meyer placing her volturi vampires there, but it actually is full of alabaster workshops and artist places. and shops that sell alabaster things. the whole town is known as THE alabaster place. they do everything from statues to kitchen stuff but also actual lamps. maybe track someone down there. when i was there they even did actual workshops there for people to learn. the stuff is really beautiful and it is amazing and breathtaking to see how thin they manage to work the stone without breaking.
Serious kudos for trying these! Way beyond the usual skill set. I'm impressed! Can't wait to see you re-try the alabaster. Gotta be a way to glue/affix those pieces
You ladies stop at nothing, to reach your goals! That, in itself is inspiring, not to mention, your projects always turn out amazing!
Kelsey, you are fearless! You inspire me to try, regardless of the outcome. I really needed this today! I live with chronic pain and have been stuck in bed for 2 days. Now, after watching you, I feel more determined to get up with a smile because that is all I have control of❤ Thank you!
Thank you for showing a project that didn't go the way you wanted! I know the feeling so well, and really appreciate the honestly and emotion. Caanntttt wait to see what happens with that beautiful alabaster
Kelsey, you never cease to amaze me! That wooden table came out beautifully! You have such bright ideas, you've come a long way as i've been following you Sorry Girls forever !! I have two alabaster lamps bought at a thrift shop, both of them are not without cracks, however it does not distract from the beauty when the light shines through, one of them I am re-wiring because, in fact, it was a colume pedestal which was always wobbly and chipped in certain parts, so your video inspires me to change it around as it has significant parts (6) so as I watch your second try at this I will learn what solutions I need to do too, perhaps leaving certain pieces aside! Thanks look'n forward to part 2 and also, the re-make of your kitchen! Waiting patiently! Enjoy your Sunday!
Absolutely live how the diys are becoming more complex and show how we as every day diyers can accomplish these things! It’s inspiring. I love this lamp I can’t wait for more. The kintsugi comment idea with epoxy is genius honestly. I love how you showed a Native American sculptor maybe you could do the same with that!
You know what I love about you Kelsey it's your determination, you don't give up. I know you'll figure out a way to accomplish this I just know it. Good luck girl, you can do this!!!
Girl ! That table looks so good
I love it !!!
Congrats on your handy work !
I found you inspiring :)
Girl, I am just super impressed with your courage to tackle these two projects. You Go Girl!
Wow I am so proud of you! Learning a laith and sculpting . I was expecting a bowl and a vase thrifted and painted. Go girl!
**Try a carbide blade on your sawzall, it might get less gummed up. And rent a core drill for the centre hole - it will take the whole centre out and you can go deeper into it! (This is all coming from my plumber husband!)** Good luck! Loved the video, and so glad you showed us your project that isn’t complete yet. LOVE seeing how your projects have evolved over the years.
I love how adventurous you are! This is amazing, even to have just gotten this far! Dont let this stop you , keep cutting and then "kintsugi" whatever may chip off! Your doing great! cant wait to see how this turns out!
I LOVE the fact that you attempted to do it and went for it, regardless of the initial setback. Everyone should live this way. The table looked beautiful and so will the lamp. Try again. Don’t give up! ✊🏾
I love that little table! It turned out great! As for the stone, girl, I felt that in my SOUL when it cracked! Maybe the stone place would be willing to cut it into a smaller rectangular prism that's easier to work with. Good luck; I'm excited to see the lamp finished. You've got this! ❣
Thank you for sharing your failures! I think it’s so important to see those moments reflected in social media because that’s real life and we rarely know how other people deal with hard moments and unmet expectations. Great job on the table!! Can’t wait for the next video!
I am truly impressed by your tenacity and skill to get done what you want! Congratulations to you! Great job!
Can we see the rest of that interview with Robin? Sounds like an interesting person! Also, would resin work on the marble? Like if you put enough in the crack to use it as a sealant of some sort? There are some marble to marble sealants online too! 💕
You've got this, Kelsey! Can't wait to see what you come up with for the lamp, and the table looks amazing!
Loved the working with a lathe and trying new materials and techniques! The bravery! It's also awesome to see everyone in the comments have awesome ideas. It would be cool to have more videos that are not fully complete, get suggestions from the audience and make part-twos. :D You got this!
I loved the table and know you'll figure out what to do for the lamp. Thank you for sharing the ups and downs. Much appreciated!
This is my favorite Sorry Girls DIY to date! Love how ambitious you got with this. It looks like you have a few great comments with feedback on where to go with the lamp next. Can't wait to see what you do! :)
yess this is the sorry girls I’ve been wanting to see, new skills and fresh content!! great job guys 👍
I feel like a tiny lamp made out of alabaster with a lil led light would be such a cute addition to the miniatures you’ve made, and might be a good way to get familiar with the material and techniques on a smaller scale. Loved the video, and I like when you guys show the things that go wrong as it makes it more real and relatable. ❤
LOVE the table!
I'm sure you'll succeed with the lamp...just a small set back.
You got this, Kelsey! 👍💞
I love these types of DIYs and seeing how you actually complete them
Thanks for showing when things don't quite work out! I hope you figure it out someday after you take a break because, I agree, the light coming through it would be beautiful!
These diys were so ambitious! Good for you for taking them on! I look forward to seeing what becomes of your alabaster. 👍🏻
Nothing is impossible for you guys to create! You are the queens of home decor/furniture diys!
@The_SorryGirls Seriously?!
This video was such an exciting one. Seeing you leap so far into new projects and new skills for the channel, scaling up big time! I was astonished - you made the lathe look so easy! And I'm so looking forward to the redemption ark of the alabaster. I know that you will get the tips and skills you need to make that look as easy as the table. Seriously. Xx
This is my favourite sorry girls ep in a looong time (not that I don’t love em all)
I love to see you guys diving into things that don’t come quite as easy. Really enjoyed the lathe and learning that hot glue technique. That’s so bloody smart.
See ya next episode ❤
Girl, you are fearless! My jaw was dropped halfway through and stayed that way - beautiful work! Keep going on that lamp - it will be worth it!
Love seeing you try to tackle new projects!
I am so invested in seeing you continue this lamp journey!!! I’ve been a long time viewer and it is SO satisfying to see your confidence grow in tackling new and bigger things! The epitome of girl power 💪💪💪
Can you use kintsugi to repair the crack in the stone and add a really cool detail?
we were actually talking about this in the office!!
Love the side table and your determination is ridiculously impressive 👏 also I’m the person who needed that tip on the jigsaw-thanks! I’m attempting my own art desk diy thanks to you girls and your mad skills!
This is so freaking impressive 😮!!!!❤❤❤
The tables are beautiful! I’m sure the lamps will be as well! Well done!
Kelsey, I'm so freaking impressed right now! I don't even know what to say. Just wow!
Same
This project is incredible! I would never have the gumption, I'm so impressed!
I love this format! I would love to see more of these in the future ❤
her laying down at the end! a mood!!!!
love the effort n all!
But I think this goes to show why some of these items are hex-pensive!!! The amount of hours, tools, etc needed to create a piece. Looking forward to see what you guys create with lamp
Your table looks amazing and without flaw. Great job!
Ggiiiirrrrllll. You ladies always inspire me to what girls can do, but lathe-ing!!! Wow you rock! So inspiring!
Loved this video, falling is part of the process, loved that you showed us that! You go girl 💪
Well, incomplete, not failed. I know you will get there, even if the plan needs to change
What unique and challenging projects. I felt proud for you. You are one creative force. I enjoyed the process of the table and the result is stunning and look forward to the creation of the magical alabaster lamp.
The table is such a beautifully crafted piece. Well done! ✨️
I'm actually kind of loving the sculptural appeal of the unfinished lamp haha maybe just me
Thank you for sharing both the success of your projects, and the struggle with the more "impossible"
Also, can't wait for more Sorry Girls collaboration, miss you all together. Never enough content! 😄❤️
Kelsey omg you are such a badass! I just love how you're like "idk how to do this but I'm gonna try." The stubby lil nightstand turned out so cute and I just know you'll figure out the lamp. Lots of love for you ladies!
I’m totally impressed with your perseverance!! The little stool is really cute.
The white and lavender vest is SO CUTE!!!
Brava Kelsey! so well done! i hope you are proud of yourself because i am!
Really love seeing you go down this route!!
I really like the rustic stone look. Don't give up Kelsey! Separate the pieces that were damaged in the accident, get a new hole saw and keep drilling. There has to be an epoxy that can be used for stone. I agree the light looks so beautiful underneath that alabaster. Keep trying. Where there's a will there's a way! You got this girl!
Great to see the folks from Sculpture Supply Canada featured here! They have always been so helpful with my projects. They have a bronze foundry too if you’re looking to get some metal sandcast!
Loved seeing this challenge. So cool of you. Remember, where there is a will there is a way.
That table is everything girll!!! She too cute!!! And don't give up on that lamp--you can do it!!! You were almost there: now its just finding out the best way ton get it off the block
Kelsey, I hope you know how inspiring you are to the rest of out here who don't have $6000 to spend on a lamp. You set a goal, you did your research and you tackled the project with determination and guts. It wasn't a perfect success like 99% of your projects are and it was an expensive lesson, but we all learned from it! Thank you.
This is honestly so cool. And I really appreciate you adding in the not so successful DIY. Loved this video!
The lathe project is brilliant!
beautiful! I love the hot glue trick too! I love watching your projects and I'm excited to see what becomes of the alabaster lamp :)
Dear Kelsey, I know a couple of things about marble and stones, which I learnt from my father ,so here's my advice: you need a bigger grinder with a specific blade and yes it's a very messy and dusty business. If I were you,I would try first to cut out the piece from the block with the grinder and then try to hollow it out as gently as possible, which should be difficult,so procede with caution. That would be affordable for sure. There are special pieces of equipment that are quite expensive and you aren't a professional,so let's forget about them. I hope you'll be able to make the lamps!! I wish you the best!!
Amazing job as always! Tackling something new on the internet is scary. Love the side table, and we're here for you whenever that lamp makes a comeback
This has to be the best piece you ever made, the table is so pretty
Awesome table!!! I love it. Just thinking about your alabaster dilemma. Alabaster is basically salt. It is a super soft mineral and can stain and erode if liquid gets on it. What about two marble wine chillers with marble bowl tops? I'm crazy for marble and have four marble chillers that I use as kitchen utensil holders. I got two of them on Ebay. Worth checking out. There are second hand marble bowls as well. I use one as a fruit bowl. The Alabaster already has the beginnings of a great art piece! Love your videos!
Amazing research to get your projects done !! You guys inspire me so much to get out there and learn more everyday ❤
Great job! Trying new things ! It is also great to show real results . Even of it is midle point now
I am really impressed you tried to make the lamp out of real stone. I saw the inspo and was like - Enter contact paper. Good effort. I am excited to see what you eventually decide to do with it. Table was a win though! Impressive lathing :)