I use diamond tools, many of which I make, to cut, carve and polish the gemstones. I then alloy 24K gold into 14K, 18K or 22K and roll out my own sheet and wire, etc. to use in my hand fabricated goldwork. Australian Opal, Diamonds, Tourmaline, Topaz, Fire Opal, Citrine and Amethyst are some of the gemstones I use.