If you've ever wandered into the weirder corners of Etsy or Instagram, you might've seen a psychedelic-looking gemstone called Fordite. With its kaleidoscope layers and swirling color, it looks like ...

Some of the neatest products are made from the byproducts of other industries. Take petroleum jelly, for example. Its inventor, Robert Chesebrough, a chemist from New York, came upon his idea while ...

File this under wacky-accessories news of the day: These swirly-twirly, artsy-looking pieces weren't crafted as a pricey material for chunky jewelry but as a byproduct of the auto industry. Ahem, what ...

A background in engineering and a deep interest in horological history have led to Tracey’s 20-year career in watch journalism. She launched Revolution magazine in the UK and has edited titles ...

“Fordite” refers to paint formations in relation to previous painting processes used at Ford plants. Alternative terms for the substance include “motor agate” and “Detroit agate”; however, given the ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. You won't find Fordite digging through your backyard. It's also called Detroit Shale, but it's not a mineral or a gemstone. It's actually ...

A rock is usually a symbol of deep time. Kick a pebble or toss a stone and you’ve probably just touched something that formed before humans walked upright. Some stones, however, are a unmistakable, ...

Cars and exotic materials are never-ending sources of design inspiration for the watch industry. However, the collaborative trio of watch brand TAG Heuer, customizer Bamford Watch Department, and ...