Merry Christmas!!! We read and loved all your comments :) Wishing you all the very best that the Season has to offer. Thanks so much for spending time with us in 2021! We have more to come and look forward to spending lots more time with our RUclips family xo Nicole & Craig
Never subscribed so fast after watching a full video. I get totally entranced watching someone make jewellery, usually because they make it look so easy 😂
Thanks ever so much for your kind comment! We have lots of jewellery making videos up and on our sister channel ‘ Crafting with Scottish Mudlarking’ we are now doing shorts . 😃
Omg I was about to quit my job and give up on life all together ive been afraid to come out and be who i truly am, but this video gave me hope , tomorrow I'm marching straight into my boss's office and telling him I love jewelry made of sea glass . I'm finally free to be me ,yay.😅🤣😂Yaya. #seaglasspride 🌈
Goodness! I was holding my breath whilst you drilled the cob marble and the stopper! I think that my hands would be trembling for the fear of it breaking!! Thank you so much for sharing. 😊
It is always a scary moment drilling marbles and stopper stems! Cat's eye marbles are really difficult to drill due to the two different types of glass inside ... Glad you enjoyed the video!
Thank you sooo much for making this video, This video answered so much questions about the drilling process that i have been trying to figure out for a long time now.
Thank you so much, this is such an informative video from choice of drills to the technique of drilling. I have been pondering on doing this for some time but not really knowing where to start so thank you again x
Thanks so much Lisa! We are so happy to hear the video helped you getting started to drill :) Always start with sea glass or pottery you are not too precious about until you get the hang of it....
This video was like a Christmas present for me, as I got my Dremel as a Christmas gift yesterday evening! After watching made my first 7 holes on sea glass and pottery and it worked out so well! As I only have found one codd marble from Thames foreshore I will not try on that yet. Thank you for this wonderfully made drilling video. The Best of the holidays to you Nicole & Craig!
Hello Nicole, Hello Craig, So happy to see you today. It's such a lovely introduction; snow on Christmas. Thank you both for showing and explaining your art of drilling glass. Very well done. Thank you both and Merry Christmas, and a Happy and Healthy New Year. Greetings from North Carolina U.S.A.
Beautiful work! Thank you for an informative video. Your outdoor shots of beautiful Scotland are lovely! I hope to visit there soon. Hello from Texas USA.
Hi ! Your video is a God send to me , and my friend Teri. We have lots of shells and sea glass , but we were afraid to drill and brake them. Thanks so much for sharing your expertise.! I already subscribed, and looking forward to viewing the rest of your tutorials. A warm embrace from California, wishing you the very best.
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year Craig and Nicole. My best wishes for a happy and healthy year ahead. I have expressed my joy every time a video comes up from you, from the beautiful beaches, rivers and snowy landscapes I love to see what treasures you find and also what you make out of them. The video today was excellent as I have wondered what the best tool and techniques to use when drilling sea glass. Take care and stay safe, lots of love Siona 🌹🇦🇺🎄 xxx
Thank you for this great video. I was about to buy the wrong drill so glad I watched this 😊You are so calm when making the jewellery which is beautiful. I wondered where you got your earring and pendant fixings from.
Have a beautiful scottish Xmas tomorrow, and wishing you both an excellent 2022. Thanking you for taking us along with you through 2021, enjoyed all the excursions. Take care, Cate
Merry Christmas! Gorgeous Jewelry Nicole. Thanks for all those great tips on drilling sea glass, shells, ect. I watch your adventures each week. Thanks for sharing with us. Blessings, Love 💘and Hugs 🌞 from Florida.
You are both wonderful teachers. Thank you for sharing your talent and knowledge. It’s always a pleasure to watch your videos. Have a very Merry Christmas. Xxx
Very excited to come upon your video on drilling sea glass and making jewelry! I have very lovely glass pieces I found on my many trips to Florida beaches and would love to be able to make a necklace. There are about five chunky and irregular shaped pieces I would use with small ones as well to make the necklace. Do you have a video on drilling chucky pieces and the use of cords to string them? I would like to place small metal beads between them as well. Please do a video on this idea, I would be so grateful!
Thanks so much Phyllis! Chunky pieces drill similar to marbles , and just like marbles they can shatter due to tension inside the glass ! I would try drilling them at their thinnest point so you can fit a setting or centre drill them so you can string a leather cord through them... We've got another drilling video and one for pebbles if you are looking for some more tips !
Merry Christmas Nicole & Craig. Really enjoyed all the tips and hints. I haven't attempted drilling anything yet. A little apprehensive. Looking forward to travelling with you in 2022. Happy new year when it comes. Lang may yer lum reek.
With every single piece you drill there is always a risk of breaking it or rather the piece developing a hairline crack ! You never know what internal tensions a piece holds ….
Nicole and Craig thank you for your most informative video … so kind of you to explain the art of drilling…I see now how precious your work is … everything is done with care…can’t wait to own one of your creations…happy Christmas 🎄 from the USA 🤗
A great video! I’m trying to find the section that you attach to the stone to make it into a pendant but not sure what to search for, please can you advise?
Hmm we have a lot of crafting videos in a playlist where you’ll see close ups of jewellery making and how bails are attached. This video focuses more on the drilling aspect 😊
They are sterling silver findings - check with your local silver supplier what they might have 😃 There are head pins and spacer beads used in these designs.
Beautiful jewellery. Thank you for making it seem so much easier to drill sea glass than it was in my mind! Where do you get the lovely pendant fixings from?
Lovely work in a generous and helpful video. Please would you tell me where you get your bails? They’re fabulous, a long way from the standard settings you frequently find and really set the pieces off!
Thanks so much for your order Peter 😊 I’ll drop the link in here again first everyone to see and if you like a particular setting and can’t find it on our shop drop us a message via Etsy - 2craftykittens.Etsy.com
Nicole, your hands are so steady and sure. It is a privilege to watch you work making treasure! Question: have you drilled rocks like this? I find amazing river rocks, mostly quartz types and wondered if drilling would work. My hubby’s always asking what I plan to do with them because I have jars and vases all over the house. If I could drill them I think I would hang them in the sunlight 😊
Thanks so much Kari Anne! I have drilled pebbles ( we have a video on that ) but pebbles are difficult to judge - I never know if they will be very hard or soft to drill! It's a hit and miss with rocks really...
I live in the United States, I saw this video and I loved it. I can't find a Dremel with a detachable battery. Could you give more specifications about the type of drill to drill beach glass? What is the model, or specific name? Amazon doesn't seem to have it in US. Will the same drill work to drill a small rock as well?
You can also use a non brand battery powered drill . It needs to have the specs we advise in the video in order to drill, a multi chuck to hold tny drill bits and diamond tip drill bits. It depends upon the rock - some are incredibly hard to drill!! ( Rock solid ;) )
Hi, just stumbled upon your lovely and informative video. Thank you very much. I have wonderful glass, etc from Lake Erie in Ohio, USA. One of our Great Lakes. Anyway, I wondered what was the “plasticine” you used as an underwater drilling base? And where do you purchase it? I’ve always used a sponge but your technique looks more efficient. Thanks!
Thanks so much for asking! I buy the cheap plasticine, intended for children. It's quite firm and I leave it to dry a bit - it's just there as a buffer when you drill through the glass. I tried wood and a sponge but wasn't happy with how they both behaved under water... I've been using plasticine for about 6 years now! I think play doh would be too soft, try to get something firmer ( check dollar tree or similar )
I've only just started drilling sea glass and I find it totally absorbing and therapeutic, all my stresses go away for a while, very relaxing. I know, fully, about them Parkside cordless drills, I was looking at my dodgy battery whilst I heard about yours; in MY opinion Parkside are not very environmentally responsible, not making replacement batteries available, also the shop, that rhymes with riddles in my opinion are equally environmentally irresponsible. I did purchase a rechargeable Parkside drill but next time it will be a Dremel, if they sell replacement batteries..... I really enjoyed your video, thank you for sharing it..... Jay (South Wales)
It’s always great if you can buy an item with a replacement battery ! The parkside drills are cheaper but Dremel is a worldwide brand … happy drilling !!
Hi, my daughter has been collecting seaglass for ages and I have been making jewellery with it using wire wrapping or superglue. I am very interested in drilling instead of glueing but a bit worried about the cost of a drill. can you recommend a reasonably inexpensive but powerful enough drill to start with.
Hi! That's cool! Its such a nice way to spend time and be creative! :D We'd suggest a Parkside rotary tool. It is Lidl's own brand of tools - they make a very good rotary tool - so long as it matches the specs we cover in this video, and I think they all do, it will do the job very well. It was around £20 the last time we saw them in stock - I think they have a tool collection for sale around now, if you are anywhere near a Lidl. Thank you so much! Best wishes, Nicole & Craig xo
Thanks for asking Susan! I use different types of chain for different types of necklaces... My advise would be to order one chain of each design you like and find the ones you love most!
This is fab- may I ask where you got the brass looking thumb ring you were wearing? It looked like you were using it to push against when closing the fixings? X
Hi! Love this video. Did the clay in the plastic container you use come long like that? I have polymer clay but it’s a more thicker short rectangle shape. Thank you!
Great question!! Usually around 20 pieces of glass and then you can drill pottery ( except bone China!) … I always keep drill bits to use them on pottery or sometimes they help getting sand out of beads 😊
Hey guys, thank you for the awesome video! May I ask what type of plasticine you are using? I bought some from Amazon that looks like the one in the video, but it doesn't behave the way I expected. Any guidance would be highly appreciated!
I just buy the cheap one from a pound shop ( or dollar tree, depending on where you are ) - it's supposed to be for children. It's fairly hard and I leave it to dry - it's just supplies a slight buffer....
BTW you can build a converter so you can use any battery quite easy I do it with old power tools it's pretty simple you don't always need the brands own battery, there are lots of tutorials online!! I hate replacing powertools, also check battery step ups!!
Nice one!! Yes, you're absolutely right... Never yet tried making putting on together, but might well give it a shot! It is so annoying when the battery dies after the company has changed their designs or stopped selling replacements, making the powertool redundant! Many thanks! I'll give 'step ups' a look into! Cheers!
Hello! I just found your channel, particularly this one close to my heart. I have a Dremel 4000 plus the Work Station (like a drill press), and the smaller version, the Flex Shaft. I am VERY disillusioned…I am trying to drill holes in cabochons for pendants and smaller ones for earrings. I have fractured several pieces, albeit “throwaway “ sample pieces. What size and type of drill bit did you use for the: flat, smaller pieces of sea glass; the size and type for the marble. I have been using a 1.5 mm diamond tipped drill bit. I’ve “melted” and burned a couple, even though I am using water on the bit and stone. I seem to break too many stones OR, the drill bit won’t drill through the stone. I am using mostly 40 x 30 mm agates and jaspers for pendants with pinch bails. The cabs are polished so they are pretty slick, making it hard to hold on to them. NOTE: I telephoned the Dremel customer service line, told her of my problems, and she said the Dremel is not a strong enough drill to go through hard stones like jasper and agate! I almost cried, as I’ve spent a lot of money and time acquiring my tools, watch unending RUclips videos of people drilling successfully through cabochons, I checked the Mohs scale for sea glass hardness, and it IS VERY HARD… 7-10 on the hardness scale! What am I doing wrong? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
Hi Virginia! Thanks so much for your lovely comment. Glad you are enjoying the drilling advise from the video. I haven't had any luck, drilling agates. They are extremely hard and always develop hairline cracks so I don't drill them anymore. I use plasticine to put the sea glass on and you might be able to use something a bit softer to squeeze the cabochon in. Always drill under water, it helps cool the piece and also turn over half way. Sometimes it's good to take it slow and leave the piece for a bit. Don't push too hard, this causes stress in the piece. :) Nicole
@@andsj3216 you keep the cord away from the water. I have the cabochon in water, just covering the top. It helps keep the drill bit cool, the cab also.
Thanks so much for asking Penny! I have probably made a couple of thousand pairs of earrings by now so don’t measure . If you are just am starting out I would measure and mark where you want the hole to be drilled with a sharpie or pen. Good luck drilling 😃
So ive seen a few videos now on this and every time i have a go the bits dont even make a dent in the glass. My bits are diamond drill bits. What am i doing wrong? I go in at an angle. In water. Out of wayer. I apply pressure. I dont apply pressure. I go slow. I go faster. Nothing happens. i have a foredom quick release. Can i ask for a link for your drill bits please? Driving me mad. Thanks
Hi Mandy, get drill bits that are similar to this shape ( here is a link - amzn.to/447X4H3 ) - they can be hit and miss, but are cheap. Or if you are in the US - I love the Triple Ripple ones you can buy from Kingsley North , they are a bit more expensive but really good. Make sure your drill has 25.000 rpm and drill at the highest speed under water . Apply some pressure, but really - let the drill bit do the work . If you have a good drill bit, the weight of the drill will guide the drill bit and make a hole without any pressure. I haven't used a foredom but I know they are really good. Hope this helps :) Nicole
Merry Christmas!!! We read and loved all your comments :) Wishing you all the very best that the Season has to offer. Thanks so much for spending time with us in 2021! We have more to come and look forward to spending lots more time with our RUclips family xo Nicole & Craig
Loved your video. Also loved the marble you were wearing. What is the finding?
Why arnt you wearing a safety glasses in case something flies into your eye
Never subscribed so fast after watching a full video. I get totally entranced watching someone make jewellery, usually because they make it look so easy 😂
Thanks ever so much for your kind comment! We have lots of jewellery making videos up and on our sister channel ‘ Crafting with Scottish Mudlarking’ we are now doing shorts . 😃
Omg I was about to quit my job and give up on life all together ive been afraid to come out and be who i truly am, but this video gave me hope , tomorrow I'm marching straight into my boss's office and telling him I love jewelry made of sea glass .
I'm finally free to be me ,yay.😅🤣😂Yaya.
#seaglasspride 🌈
Good luck on all accounts :)
Goodness! I was holding my breath whilst you drilled the cob marble and the stopper! I think that my hands would be trembling for the fear of it breaking!! Thank you so much for sharing. 😊
It is always a scary moment drilling marbles and stopper stems! Cat's eye marbles are really difficult to drill due to the two different types of glass inside ... Glad you enjoyed the video!
Fantastic tutorial. Thank you so much. I only recently started playing around with glass etc. I am super inspired now.
Thanks so much! So glad you enjoyed the tutorial :)
Thank you sooo much for making this video, This video answered so much questions about the drilling process that i have been trying to figure out for a long time now.
Thanks so much Rebecca! So happy to hear you found the video helpful :)
Thank you so much I’m new to glass and found this so helpful take care
Thanks so much Glenda! So glad you found the video helpful :)
I like that the video was done by both of you shared equally as a team you really seem to work well together, and I find that very pleasing thank you.
Thank you so much! All our videos are a team effort, but it's probably not always that obvious :) Glad you enjoyed it!
Just found this video and all I can say is excellent, such a good informative video.
Glad it was helpful!
What a thorough tutorial! The info and demo of the dremel types plus the careful instructions were simply marvelous. Thanks so very much.
Thank you ever so much Deana! So lovely to hear you found the tutorial helpful :)
Thanks a lot for this video.
I wish you some happy holidays! Please take care beautiful couple.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
Merry Christmas thank you
Merr christmas🎄☃️💫
Thank you so much for sharing your secrets
You are very welcome Susan !
Thank you so much, this is such an informative video from choice of drills to the technique of drilling. I have been pondering on doing this for some time but not really knowing where to start so thank you again x
Thanks so much Lisa! We are so happy to hear the video helped you getting started to drill :) Always start with sea glass or pottery you are not too precious about until you get the hang of it....
Thank you Nicole, I will try to drill a marble and see if I'm lucky. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your family.
Beautiful work and great job ❤
Thanks ever so much :)
What a pretty winter wonderland. Enjoyed watching Nicole craft the beautiful jewelry. Merry Christmas. 🎄🌧💕🙏
This video was like a Christmas present for me, as I got my Dremel as a Christmas gift yesterday evening! After watching made my first 7 holes on sea glass and pottery and it worked out so well! As I only have found one codd marble from Thames foreshore I will not try on that yet. Thank you for this wonderfully made drilling video. The Best of the holidays to you Nicole & Craig!
Thank you for sharing your video, it is really well made and it is so peaceful. Enjoy the day 😊
Thanks ever so much :)
so coool! great vids. best wishes to you both!
Amazing job guys. Hope you have a safe and peaceful holiday season.
Hello Nicole, Hello Craig,
So happy to see you today. It's such a lovely introduction; snow on Christmas. Thank you both for showing and explaining your art of drilling glass. Very well done. Thank you both and Merry Christmas, and a Happy and Healthy New Year.
Greetings from North Carolina U.S.A.
Beautiful work! Thank you for an informative video. Your outdoor shots of beautiful Scotland are lovely! I hope to visit there soon. Hello from Texas USA.
Thanks so much Gigi! The outdoor shots were filmed in a park across from us :)
While I'll probably never drill glass I found the process really interesting and relaxing. Have a wonderful Christmas. :-)
Great video.. Since watching, my wife and I are now going to give it a go.
That's fantastic! All the very best :)
Have a blessed Christmas. Stay safe.
This is so helpful! Thank you for uploading this!
You are very welcome :)
Thank you, both! Merry Christmas! And Happy New Year!
Very informative
One of the best vides I've watched
Thank you so much
Thanks ever so much! So glad you found the video helpful :)
Hi ! Your video is a God send to me , and my friend Teri. We have lots of shells and sea glass , but we were afraid to drill and brake them. Thanks so much for sharing your expertise.! I already subscribed, and looking forward to viewing the rest of your tutorials. A warm embrace from California, wishing you the very best.
Thanks so much! So glad to hear you found the video helpful :) Enjoy!
You talented creative people.Happy new year from Ireland.
Thank you!! Very clear and well paced instruction. The music, perfect! It helped me stay focused through the video.
Thanks so much! So glad the video was helpful for you :) Goof luck drilling!
I enjoyed your video. I loved the pendants you did. 😊
Thanks very much!
So helpful! Thank you for sharing you’re valuable wisdom and experience x
So glad you found the video helpful :)
Wonderfully explained! thank you😀🥰
Glad you liked it!!
This was such a great video love love love it thanks for sharing… from across the ditch Aussie land Queensland
Thank you ever so much Jo! That's so kind of you to say :) Hello to down under ! x
Merry Christmas. Happy New Year.
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year Craig and Nicole. My best wishes for a happy and healthy year ahead. I have expressed my joy every time a video comes up from you, from the beautiful beaches, rivers and snowy landscapes I love to see what treasures you find and also what you make out of them. The video today was excellent as I have wondered what the best tool and techniques to use when drilling sea glass. Take care and stay safe, lots of love Siona 🌹🇦🇺🎄 xxx
Love this video. You are good at it. Will watch your other video's. 👍🙌
Thanks so much Graham! Glad you enjoyed the drilling tips :)
Thanks for sharing your secrets, Nicole and Craig! Happy Holidays ❄⛄❄
Great video, this helped me so much. Many thanks
Glad it helped!
Thank you for this great video. I was about to buy the wrong drill so glad I watched this 😊You are so calm when making the jewellery which is beautiful.
I wondered where you got your earring and pendant fixings from.
Thanks so much for your kind comment! We have a shop for our settings 2craftykittens.etsy.com
thank you for shoing the different drills and also telling us what size drill bit you use. I fee confident now to start drilling.
Thanks so much! So glad to hear you found the video helpful :)
Have a beautiful scottish Xmas tomorrow, and wishing you both an excellent 2022. Thanking you for taking us along with you through 2021, enjoyed all the excursions. Take care, Cate
Thank you for making this video!
Glad it was helpful!
Fantastic tutorial. Thank you.
Thanks ever so much Derin! Glad you enjoyed the tutorial !
Thank you for sharing. Great video, as always! Happy New Year! 🥂🎉
A total learning experience 👏 Many thanks
Glad you enjoyed it 😃
Merry Christmas! Gorgeous Jewelry Nicole. Thanks for all those great tips on drilling sea glass, shells, ect. I watch your adventures each week. Thanks for sharing with us. Blessings, Love 💘and Hugs 🌞 from Florida.
Hi Nicole and Craig thanks so much for this amazing tutorial. Much love merry Christmas 💜
Thanks so much for this! Steph 🤗
You are very welcome, thank you so much! Best wishes, Nicole & Craig xo
Thank you for sharing your technique.
You are very welcome, hope it helped if you are looking to learn how to drill :)
It did! I'm drilling away. It takes a lot of patience.@@scottishmudlarking
Very nice pieces 👍
Thank you so much 😊
You are both wonderful teachers. Thank you for sharing your talent and knowledge. It’s always a pleasure to watch your videos. Have a very Merry Christmas. Xxx
Very excited to come upon your video on drilling sea glass and making jewelry! I have very lovely glass pieces I found on my many trips to Florida beaches and would love to be able to make a necklace. There are about five chunky and irregular shaped pieces I would use with small ones as well to make the necklace. Do you have a video on drilling chucky pieces and the use of cords to string them? I would like to place small metal beads between them as well. Please do a video on this idea, I would be so grateful!
Thanks so much Phyllis! Chunky pieces drill similar to marbles , and just like marbles they can shatter due to tension inside the glass ! I would try drilling them at their thinnest point so you can fit a setting or centre drill them so you can string a leather cord through them... We've got another drilling video and one for pebbles if you are looking for some more tips !
great job! helped me a lot!❤
Thanks so much! Glad it helped you :)
Merry Christmas Nicole & Craig. Really enjoyed all the tips and hints. I haven't attempted drilling anything yet. A little apprehensive. Looking forward to travelling with you in 2022. Happy new year when it comes. Lang may yer lum reek.
I was going to drill a piece of molvadite but I can't risk breaking it. Good idea with the plasticine, Merry Christmas!
With every single piece you drill there is always a risk of breaking it or rather the piece developing a hairline crack ! You never know what internal tensions a piece holds ….
Merry Christmas to you 2 🎀🎋🎁🎄🤶😻
Nicole and Craig thank you for your most informative video … so kind of you to explain the art of drilling…I see now how precious your work is … everything is done with care…can’t wait to own one of your creations…happy Christmas 🎄 from the USA 🤗
This is awesome I’m going to try to make pendants with marbles
Thanks so much Tanya! Glad to have inspired you :)
Buenísimo 👏 You did an splendid job! Gracias! You inspired me 😉👌
Thanks so much! Best of luck drilling :)
Awesome tutorial, thank you for sharing your knowledge, they’re stunning. Merry Christmas and a blessed New year 🙏🥰👍👏🎄⛄️🌟
so interesting, very talented.x
Thank you so much Amanda :)
Great video! Thank you!!
Glad you liked it!
Thank you from The Yukon!
Thank you too!
A great video! I’m trying to find the section that you attach to the stone to make it into a pendant but not sure what to search for, please can you advise?
Hmm we have a lot of crafting videos in a playlist where you’ll see close ups of jewellery making and how bails are attached. This video focuses more on the drilling aspect 😊
Superliked 👍 ⭐️ good work and job
Thank you!
Absolutely beautiful. What are the pendent finding called please?
They are sterling silver findings - check with your local silver supplier what they might have 😃 There are head pins and spacer beads used in these designs.
Thank you great info. What dri do i get for small holes in sea glass :))
Thanks so much Brenda! There are links to all products in the description - feel free to check them out for guidance :)
Wow. Tre beau travaille. Thanks.
Thank you so much! :D Best wishes, Nicole & Craig xo
Beautiful jewellery. Thank you for making it seem so much easier to drill sea glass than it was in my mind! Where do you get the lovely pendant fixings from?
Thanks so much ! Glad the video helped - here is the link to our jewelry Settings Etsy shop 2craftykittens.Etsy.com 😊
Lovely work in a generous and helpful video. Please would you tell me where you get your bails? They’re fabulous, a long way from the standard settings you frequently find and really set the pieces off!
Thanks so much for your order Peter 😊 I’ll drop the link in here again first everyone to see and if you like a particular setting and can’t find it on our shop drop us a message via Etsy - 2craftykittens.Etsy.com
@@scottishmudlarking I’m just really happy to find such lovely work and so glad you share those resources, it’s truly appreciated!
Hi. What do you call the fixings you use at 9:08 minutes into the video? The part you attach to the hole. Thank you in advance.
Thanks so much for asking! Fixings are usually called settings or bails :)
Nicole, your hands are so steady and sure. It is a privilege to watch you work making treasure! Question: have you drilled rocks like this? I find amazing river rocks, mostly quartz types and wondered if drilling would work. My hubby’s always asking what I plan to do with them because I have jars and vases all over the house. If I could drill them I think I would hang them in the sunlight 😊
Thanks so much Kari Anne! I have drilled pebbles ( we have a video on that ) but pebbles are difficult to judge - I never know if they will be very hard or soft to drill! It's a hit and miss with rocks really...
I live in the United States, I saw this video and I loved it. I can't find a Dremel with a detachable battery. Could you give more specifications about the type of drill to drill beach glass? What is the model, or specific name? Amazon doesn't seem to have it in US. Will the same drill work to drill a small rock as well?
You can also use a non brand battery powered drill . It needs to have the specs we advise in the video in order to drill, a multi chuck to hold tny drill bits and diamond tip drill bits. It depends upon the rock - some are incredibly hard to drill!! ( Rock solid ;) )
Excellent video thank you
Thanks so much Sue :) Glad you enjoyed it!
Hi, just stumbled upon your lovely and informative video. Thank you very much. I have wonderful glass, etc from Lake Erie in Ohio, USA. One of our Great Lakes. Anyway, I wondered what was the “plasticine” you used as an underwater drilling base? And where do you purchase it? I’ve always used a sponge but your technique looks more efficient.
Thanks!
Thanks so much for asking! I buy the cheap plasticine, intended for children. It's quite firm and I leave it to dry a bit - it's just there as a buffer when you drill through the glass. I tried wood and a sponge but wasn't happy with how they both behaved under water... I've been using plasticine for about 6 years now! I think play doh would be too soft, try to get something firmer ( check dollar tree or similar )
I've only just started drilling sea glass and I find it totally absorbing and therapeutic, all my stresses go away for a while, very relaxing.
I know, fully, about them Parkside cordless drills, I was looking at my dodgy battery whilst I heard about yours; in MY opinion Parkside are not very environmentally responsible, not making replacement batteries available, also the shop, that rhymes with riddles in my opinion are equally environmentally irresponsible. I did purchase a rechargeable Parkside drill but next time it will be a Dremel, if they sell replacement batteries.....
I really enjoyed your video, thank you for sharing it.....
Jay (South Wales)
It’s always great if you can buy an item with a replacement battery ! The parkside drills are cheaper but Dremel is a worldwide brand … happy drilling !!
outdoors looks OK there, takes a bit of a steady hand drilling those objects, merry xmas !
Hi, my daughter has been collecting seaglass for ages and I have been making jewellery with it using wire wrapping or superglue. I am very interested in drilling instead of glueing but a bit worried about the cost of a drill. can you recommend a reasonably inexpensive but powerful enough drill to start with.
Hi! That's cool! Its such a nice way to spend time and be creative! :D
We'd suggest a Parkside rotary tool. It is Lidl's own brand of tools - they make a very good rotary tool - so long as it matches the specs we cover in this video, and I think they all do, it will do the job very well. It was around £20 the last time we saw them in stock - I think they have a tool collection for sale around now, if you are anywhere near a Lidl.
Thank you so much! Best wishes, Nicole & Craig xo
Thanks for the advice - very interesting. Could you tell me what weight and type of chain you put on your necklaces? Sue
Thanks for asking Susan! I use different types of chain for different types of necklaces... My advise would be to order one chain of each design you like and find the ones you love most!
Any recommendations for what else I can use in place of the plasticine? I’m in Spain so I’m not sure if I can get plasticine
Hmm play doe might work. It’s really just the child’s play stuff I use 😊
This is fab- may I ask where you got the brass looking thumb ring you were wearing? It looked like you were using it to push against when closing the fixings? X
There should be a link to the jump ring opener in the description :)
Can you buy the claps? I think that's what it's called. The metal for the hole.
Yes I buy the silver :)
Hi! Love this video. Did the clay in the plastic container you use come long like that? I have polymer clay but it’s a more thicker short rectangle shape. Thank you!
Thanks so much! The polymer clay is for children, I guess you could even use something like play doh... or squish it so it fits your needs!
Just curious how long a drill bit is effective? How many glass pieces do you drill before you switch out the bit?
Great question!! Usually around 20 pieces of glass and then you can drill pottery ( except bone China!) … I always keep drill bits to use them on pottery or sometimes they help getting sand out of beads 😊
Hey guys, thank you for the awesome video! May I ask what type of plasticine you are using? I bought some from Amazon that looks like the one in the video, but it doesn't behave the way I expected. Any guidance would be highly appreciated!
I just buy the cheap one from a pound shop ( or dollar tree, depending on where you are ) - it's supposed to be for children. It's fairly hard and I leave it to dry - it's just supplies a slight buffer....
You are so gifted and talented. How wonderful. I would love to purchase some of your jewelry. How do I purchase?
Thanks so much! Our Etsy shop is www.Etsy.com/shop/scottishmudlarking and Nicole’s shop is www.TiliabytheSea.com 😃
THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!!
You are very welcome :)
What is the name for the claw like metal thing that grasps into the drilled seaglass holes?
I found it googling and watching your videos "pinch clip bails"
I think it might be the bails you are asking about 😀
Thank you for creating this video! Did you use real silver?
Yes it’s sterling silver!
BTW you can build a converter so you can use any battery quite easy I do it with old power tools it's pretty simple you don't always need the brands own battery, there are lots of tutorials online!! I hate replacing powertools, also check battery step ups!!
Nice one!! Yes, you're absolutely right... Never yet tried making putting on together, but might well give it a shot! It is so annoying when the battery dies after the company has changed their designs or stopped selling replacements, making the powertool redundant! Many thanks! I'll give 'step ups' a look into!
Cheers!
Hello! I just found your channel, particularly this one close to my heart. I have a Dremel 4000 plus the Work Station (like a drill press), and the smaller version, the Flex Shaft. I am VERY disillusioned…I am trying to drill holes in cabochons for pendants and smaller ones for earrings. I have fractured several pieces, albeit “throwaway “ sample pieces. What size and type of drill bit did you use for the: flat, smaller pieces of sea glass; the size and type for the marble. I have been using a 1.5 mm diamond tipped drill bit. I’ve “melted” and burned a couple, even though I am using water on the bit and stone. I seem to break too many stones OR, the drill bit won’t drill through the stone. I am using mostly 40 x 30 mm agates and jaspers for pendants with pinch bails. The cabs are polished so they are pretty slick, making it hard to hold on to them. NOTE: I telephoned the Dremel customer service line, told her of my problems, and she said the Dremel is not a strong enough drill to go through hard stones like jasper and agate! I almost cried, as I’ve spent a lot of money and time acquiring my tools, watch unending RUclips videos of people drilling successfully through cabochons, I checked the Mohs scale for sea glass hardness, and it IS VERY HARD… 7-10 on the hardness scale! What am I doing wrong? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
Hi Virginia! Thanks so much for your lovely comment. Glad you are enjoying the drilling advise from the video. I haven't had any luck, drilling agates. They are extremely hard and always develop hairline cracks so I don't drill them anymore. I use plasticine to put the sea glass on and you might be able to use something a bit softer to squeeze the cabochon in. Always drill under water, it helps cool the piece and also turn over half way. Sometimes it's good to take it slow and leave the piece for a bit. Don't push too hard, this causes stress in the piece. :) Nicole
Hi, Dremel 4000 is a corded one. Do you use it immersed in water, like the girl from the video does? Isn't it danger
@@andsj3216 you keep the cord away from the water. I have the cabochon in water, just covering the top. It helps keep the drill bit cool, the cab also.
do you measure where to put the hole for the clasps? i’d be worried i’d drill too far down.
Thanks so much for asking Penny! I have probably made a couple of thousand pairs of earrings by now so don’t measure . If you are just am starting out I would measure and mark where you want the hole to be drilled with a sharpie or pen. Good luck drilling 😃
@@scottishmudlarking thank you! i need LOTS of luck when I finally get brave enough. LOL.
Merry Christmas in 2023... thank you for your beautiful video... I, too, am Scottish from the Isle of Tiree. Where abouts are you located?
Thanks so much! We are based in Cupar / Fife :)
Hi, great video. I was wondering- I have a mains dremmel with flexishaft. I don’t suppose this is safe to use in water or is it?
Thanks so much John! Hmm I reckon Dremel would not recommend that .... maybe check back with them?
So ive seen a few videos now on this and every time i have a go the bits dont even make a dent in the glass. My bits are diamond drill bits. What am i doing wrong? I go in at an angle. In water. Out of wayer. I apply pressure. I dont apply pressure. I go slow. I go faster. Nothing happens. i have a foredom quick release. Can i ask for a link for your drill bits please? Driving me mad. Thanks
Hi Mandy, get drill bits that are similar to this shape ( here is a link - amzn.to/447X4H3 ) - they can be hit and miss, but are cheap. Or if you are in the US - I love the Triple Ripple ones you can buy from Kingsley North , they are a bit more expensive but really good. Make sure your drill has 25.000 rpm and drill at the highest speed under water . Apply some pressure, but really - let the drill bit do the work . If you have a good drill bit, the weight of the drill will guide the drill bit and make a hole without any pressure. I haven't used a foredom but I know they are really good. Hope this helps :) Nicole
@@scottishmudlarking thanks so much Nicole. I had another go and it worked 😀