Catlinite – Pipestone Blocks

Pipestone Blocks for carving

Please note block measurement are  approximate.

Catlinite, or Pipestone is a natural stone located in mines in the central part of the United States. Catlinite – Pipestone Blocks attains a deep reddish color after you polish it.  Native Americans use this stone to make pipes, beads and other carved items.

The blocks we offer vary from 1.5″ – 1.75″ thick.  You will find it easy to carve. You can use standard woodworking tools, including knives and files.

We offer 4 sizes:

• 2″ x 3″
• 3″ x 4″
• 4″ x 5″
• 5″ x 6″

Please check the Catlinite – Pipestone Blocks carefully before you start carving. Breakage due to faults in the stone happen, and are not our responsibility. We will accept returns of uncarved blocks.

We also offer ready to use Catlinite Pipes.

Read more about the History of Catlinite!

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Watch our You Tube Video How To Carve a Pipe from Catlinite