Unique Surfite Jewelry - Sustainable Surf Stone

Surfite: The Swellest Stone That Was Never a Stone

It didn’t come from a volcano. It wasn’t mined. And it definitely didn’t grow in the earth for millions of years.
But somehow, Surfite—also called Surfstone—still manages to be one of the raddest materials we work with here at Designer Cabochons.

It’s bold, bright, eco-friendly, and totally unlike anything else in your gemstone collection.

So... What Is Surfite?

Surfite is a vibrant, upcycled material created from the leftover resin used in making surfboards. Every time a board is glassed and sanded, colorful layers of resin build up underneath—sometimes on the floors, sometimes on worktables, and sometimes in wild little puddles that harden into swirls of color.

Instead of tossing it in the trash, some genius realized: Hey, this looks amazing! And thus, Surfite was born—a recycled byproduct of surf culture, now polished into high-gloss, kaleidoscopic cabochons that are making waves in the designer jewelry world.

Surfite Origins: Straight From the Surf Shack

Surfite originates in surfboard shaping bays—usually along the coasts of California, Hawaii, or Australia. Think sun, sea, and resin-soaked workshops filled with saltwater vibes. Every piece captures the laid-back soul of surf culture, with layer after layer of pigment from real boards.

That makes each cabochon a mini time capsule of wave-chasing history. 🌊

Why Is Surfite So Popular?

Besides the obvious fact that it looks like tie-dye had a love child with a lava lamp?

1. Sustainable Style
   Surfite is recycled, which means you’re turning industrial waste into wearable art. Earth-friendly and fabulous.

2. Seriously Eye-Catching
   The colors are loud, proud, and unapologetically bold. Perfect for making statement rings, earrings, and pendants that turn heads.

3. No Two Are Alike
   Like actual surfboards, each Surfite cabochon is one-of-a-kind. That’s the magic of upcycled layers—you never know what pattern you'll get.

4. Surf Culture Chic
   Whether you’re a surfer, beach lover, or just into ocean aesthetics, Surfite brings laid-back cool to any jewelry design.

Surfite at Designer Cabochons: Ride the Resin Wave

At Designer Cabochons, we carefully cut and polish Surfite to bring out its wildest colors and most hypnotic swirls. Every piece is like a wearable wave of color—perfect for surf-inspired jewelry or just adding a splash of fun to your collection.

You don’t have to catch a wave to rock the surf vibe.
Explore our collection of Surfite cabochons and ride the eco-friendly tide of upcycled beauty.

Bonus Fun Fact:
Surfite isn’t alone—there’s a growing trend of upcycled materials-turned-gemstones, like Fordite (car paint) and Bowlerite (bowling balls). But Surfite stands out with its bold beach vibes and rainbow riot of color.