Book Description
• Exciting medium, new formulations: perfect for crafters at all skill levels
• Award-winning, best-selling author with great crafts credentials
• First book on resin that provides detailed techniques and varied super-appealing projects
Resin jewelry is made from liquid plastic that magically turns solid when a hardener is added. Pretty cool! The popularity of these resins for jewelry making has soared with the introduction of easy-to-mix, low-odor products, ideal for crafters. Now best-selling author Sherri Haab shows how to put the miracle of modern technology to work making necklaces, bangles, bracelets, pins, earrings, and rings. Projects range from simple to sophisticated, from Bakelite-style heart pins to faux amber earrings to glitter gem bracelets, from scrimshaw bracelets to cloisonné pins to transparent resin necklaces backed with gold leaf. Packed with tips on tools, supplies, finishing, and creating special effects, including ideas on combining resins with polymer clay, The Art of Resin Jewelry is a beautiful and practical introduction to an exciting craft.
Customer Reviews:
Safety first.......2007-09-21
You must use protective gear when using resin products but the precautions are worth the results. Sherri shows you how to use epoxy, polyurethane and polyester resins to imbed candy, flowers and found objects to make jewelry elements. You can make imitation amber by including bugs and vegetable matter in resins and make amber's "sun spangles" by mixing in gold or bronze leaf. It's pretty exciting to see how Sherri uses a combination of black polymer clay, very fine glitter, Pearl Ex(tm) powdered pigments and Envirotex Lite® epoxy to make a light-weight cabochon that looks just like dichroic glass.
When using resins, use NIOSH-approved protective gear (respirator and nitrile or butyl gloves) and keep away from food preparation areas. Always read the resin product's Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) prior to using it. When drilling or sanding resin pieces, you must wear a dust mask. Other than standard beading tools and findings, an embossing gun will come in handy to get rid of air bubbles during the resin's drying process. You can use ready-made rubber molds or use Sherri's techniques to make your own molds from an existing piece or your original polymer clay sculpture.
If you already enjoy working with polymer clay, working with resins will expand your creativity and this book will help to get you (safely) started.
Choice of art pieces.......2007-09-09
This book is a wonderful resource for anyone interested in making resin jewlery. Its in depth and as always Sherri Haab explains in detail just "how to" do it. My disappointment is with the pieces of jewlery she chose to create. There are only a few that I would duplicate. That said if you are wanting to learn this medium then buy the book.
Great all-round resin jewellery book.......2007-02-10
I am really happy with this book. It has a great selection of projects and lots of different types of resin jewellery. Lots of pictures. I haven't made anything yet but it seems really easy to follow.
this book is great.......2007-01-10
Sherri Haab can always be relied to to produce great books with funky projects that you actually want to make. Can't fault this one at all - fantastic!
Great Book For Inspiring Artists.......2007-01-10
I am speaking on behalf of my company (Fibreglass & Resin Sales), we sell this book to many customers, although some of my staff have also purchased the book. It has great, handy ideas for those who love their crafts, and even those who are new in the craft world! If you interested in Resin Art, I would recommend this book to get you going!!!
Customer Reviews:
Best resin jewellery book I've found.......2007-02-10
This is a great book for people who seriously want to make resin jewellery. It has step-by-step instructions accompanied by lots of photos. I was not fussed on the finished jewellery examples (not really my style) but the processes and procedures are really good.
Resin at its best.......2006-08-24
Kathie Murphy produces an excellent book which gives you an insight into the many types of resin, the pros and cons of using each type together with safety information.
I have both the "English" and "American" version of this book, if people are unsure when it comes to specific word or description, check it out for yourself. There is not that big a difference. Books are global!!
Just be thankful that we have a book that really helps people understand this amazing medium. Beautiful gallery of work, if you work with Resin, this is a great book to have.
great book.......2006-07-29
I like this book not only because it explains the technique of resin casting very well, but also for its beautiful pictures of real resin art. Although I will never be able to produce such work, you get the feeling that she sky is the limit with this material
Another Euro/English to American translation.......2006-03-27
This is another of the published both sides of the pond at the same time. The only problem with this book is the lack of carefull editing done by the U S publisher krause publications.
So as to the subject matter it is covered only to the depth of giving the hobbists an idea of what is involed in making jewelry out of resins and epoxies. It does go into the safety concerns, but not in one section all through the book. It is layed out so you can skim thru it and find what is intersting and use that section. It does have a half useful glossary. It was a forrunner of the new group books on this sub catagory of jewelry material use.
One thing that I had to track down to make sure of what it was as mentioned in the book was misspelled. It was spelled linicher which a freind in England informed me is correctly spelled linisher which in American is belt sander!.
Even with the short comings it is a starting point for anybody looking in to getting started in resin jewelry making. Some of the resoucre guide places are out of date. But a web search will come up with more than enough locations for info on plastics and resins. I own it and will be keeping it
Resin Jewelry.......2003-10-21
This is the first book I've come across for using resin as a craft material. It is a how-to book, and it does a good job of being a book for beginners. It is difficult to follow in some places. Some of the descriptions seem to stop short of a full explanation of a procedure and some of the punctuation seems wrong (and makes understanding the text difficult). The photographs of the featured jewelry and designs are inspiring. I think it's a bit pricey for such a small book. I wish the descriptions of the materials and the procedures were more in depth. This is one of the few books on the subject and bound to give some new information to the reader.
Book Description
You know you're hooked when you get that feeling in the pit of your stomach. Is it a shortness of breath or a flush that comes to your face when you see it in a case at an antique mall, or on someone's arm as you stroll down the aisle shopping at an antiques show? Has someone caught you staring intently at their wrist or lapel and mistaken your focused gaze for some sign of familiarity? If any or all of the above symptoms or scenarios seem familiar to you, it's possible you may have it! Yes, it's all too true, you may indeed be suffering from...BAKELITE FEVER! The Bakelite Collection describes some of the many differing collecting preferences of some of the nation's most prolific appreciators of fine Bakelite jewelry. Men and women, doctors and lawyers, modernists and traditionalists alike have fallen prey to Bakelite fever. Their stories, experiences, lovingly assembled collections will delight every Bakelite collector. The Bakelite Collection showcases these fantastic jewelry arrays in luscious detail, using full color photography. A price guide makes it a truly valuable book for all sufferers of Bakelite Fever.
Customer Reviews:
Too much jewelry not enough prices.......2005-03-02
I bought this book to learn about Bakelite, to get an idea of prices and for bakelite other than jewelry. If you are looking for a book with a lot of pretty color pictures of jewelry, this book is for you. For my needs, there was only 4 pages that I found useful.
Stunning.......2001-02-06
This book will take your breath away. If you're a Bakelite aficionado, you'll want this book to show others why you are. If you're a novice collector, as I am, you'll see how wrong you were if you thought Bakelite consisted of jewelry, radios, napkin rings and salt and pepper shakers (though those are here, too, and probably as you've never seen them). And if you (perhaps most enviously of all) have no idea what Bakelite is, this book is the best possible introduction. Color photographs spaciously and copiously displayed throughout tell the story, with just enough text to supplement without being invasive.
Much of the book's power derives from the ways in which different collectors display and combine their Bakelite. Sometimes it's the sheer volume that makes the impact, and sometimes it's the unexpected and witty use of Bakelite where you'd expect to see real fruit or flowers. And sometimes, when a piece is just extraordinary, it'll be shown on a jacket lapel or on a wrist -- and that's all you'd want.
Categories include things like "Patriotic," "Carved," "Reverse Carved," "Nautical," "School Days," "European," "Tropicale," "The Bakelite Table," but these are merely organizational devices that don't in any way make the presentation monotonous or predictable. The colors of Bakelite are as varied as the pieces in which they're found. With this much variety, there's nothing monotonous about the Bakelite on display.
I bought this book on a whim and without benefit of being able to page through it; seldom have I had a whim so handsomely and expensively rewarded. I say "expensively," because the book sends me to ebay, where I'll begin adding to those napkin rings and s/p shakers immediately.
a must for any bakelite colector.......1999-04-04
Beautifully photograped bakelite jewelry and objects. A must for any beginning or advanced collector. Great guide for a "wish list". Highly reccommended.
It is the cream of the crop of Bakelite books........1998-08-31
The pictures are excellent. There are more pictures in this book than in any other Bakelite book I bought. The book has a tremendous variety of bakelite that I have ever seen (pins, bracelets, crib toys). I rate it an A++++.
A huge, gorgeous and comprehensive book on Bakelite jewelry!.......1998-07-22
Matthew L. Burkholz is one of the premiere dealers of Bakelitejewelry. When he was writing and compiling this book, he had accessto the collections of today's leading collectors . Because of this, his book showcases the greatest assortment of high end Bakelite jewelry I've ever seen. Everything is in here, from Celluloid and Lucite to the most wonderful Bakelite available. There's even a section on Bakelite barware and salt and pepper shakers. Matthew's informative comments, and John Hylton's beautiful photographs, give the reader a delicious and delightful education. Published in 1997, the price guide seems accurate. Probably the most unique and fun feature of this book is that Matthew includes a chapter on the collectors themselves. With several pages devoted to each, we learn about the people and their collections. The reader also gets a glimpse into the homes of some collectors and sees how they display and live with their collections. Guaranteed to make you drool, this book is great!
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- Totally Unexpected Use for Rubber Stamps
- Rubber Stamped Jewelry: Includes Teachniques and 20 Projects
- I love this book!
- Rubber Stamped Jewelry by Sharilyn Miller
- FABULOUS!!
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Rubber Stamped Jewelry: Includes Essential Techniques and 20 Projects
Sharilyn Miller
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Book Description
Beautiful, one-of-a-kind projects that are easy-to-make, rubber stamped jewelry appeals not only to rubber stampers and jewelry makers but to crafters of all skill levels. These fabulous jewelry sets are created with simple techniques that lead to beautiful results.
In no time at all, readers will learn invaluable techniques to create lovely earrings, necklaces, bracelets and brooches using a wide array of easy-to-find materials like fabric, paper, polymer clay and, of course, rubber stamps.
Rubber Stamped Jewelry is divided into four parts: Tools & Materials Stamping Basics and Creative Alternatives Working With Wire & Beads Fiber Art
Guided by simple-to-follow instructions, crafters will find just how easy it is to fashion truly breathtaking and unique jewelry and gifts.
Customer Reviews:
Totally Unexpected Use for Rubber Stamps.......2007-07-22
I am not a rubber stamper but I used to own a lot of them. Now that I have read this book, I really wish that I had held on to them! I am inspired by the author's use of a craft tool in a totally unexpected way. It makes me want to rush out and get new rubber stamps and try them to make some great looking one of a kind jewelry! Sharilyn Miller is a highly respected jewelry designer, and her books are always filled with great how-tos and super pictures. Who knew that rubber stamps could be so cool?
Rubber Stamped Jewelry: Includes Teachniques and 20 Projects.......2007-01-10
Lots of ideas well supported with clear instructions for the techniques required. I was particularly impressed with how well the techniques were illustrated. This is a real plus for clarifying text.
I love this book!.......2006-03-06
Well written, easy to understand with lots of great tips on techniques but the best was the fantastic projects. I wanted to make them all at once. It is like a big sister to scrapbooking giving you a chance to use your stamps for other purposes. Thank you Sharilyn Miller
Rubber Stamped Jewelry by Sharilyn Miller.......2005-07-07
Anyone involved with creating jewelry will do well to buy this book. Sharilyn has compiled a project gallery with 20 inspiring art jewelry techniques for the novice or the advanced jewelry artist, with complete directions, clear and concise photos, and basic jewelry-making materials. The techniques and tips on rubber stamping, polymer clay embellishments, fiber art embellishments, shrink plastic embellishments and other creative embellishments are about the best you can possibly get. Included are a gallery of innovative Art Jewelry by other notable Jewelry artists in this field. A gem of a book!
FABULOUS!!.......2004-06-25
I first saw this book at the library...had to run out and buy a copy immediately so I could keep it for reference and inspiration! Wonderful step-by-step projects. My favs are the ones involving polymer, but have figured out ways to adapt some of the other designs to my fav medium. A must have for your home library.
Book Description
Start to finish, all the instructional details are included for every phase of wax casting and mold-making in this second edition of the definitive text on jewelry making. Creating models directly in wax frees the artist and craftsman from traditionally cumbersome and restrictive methods, resulting in a faster, easier and more spontaneous approach. This fully illustrated book is a must have source for the jeweler, teacher, student, craftsman and sculptor. Drawing on over 30 years of practical experience, Lawrence Kallenberg brings the text up to date, offering information on new breakthroughs in the casting process, as well as new waxes and equipment now available.
-In-depth resource on this ancient jewelry-making technique.
-16-page color gallery.
-Illustrated with finely executed drawings of work in progress.
Customer Reviews:
Good starter book.......2002-05-31
Complete and easy read a great place to start.
A very good foundation book.......2002-01-01
I wish I had this book when I first started to sculpt figures in wax. I would have saved myself a lot of time and agrivation. I would have also saved myself quite a bit of money by using good tequniques, and in that respect alone this book would pay for itself. If you are just getting into wax sculpture, this book would lay a very strong foundation from which to build your skills.
Learned more than in 6 months apprenticeship.......1998-12-30
I got this book after making jewelry for 3 years and lost wax casting for 6 months. Boy, did I learn a lot! The projects are truly outstanding. They show a wide variety of techniques and styles. Try each one even if it's not a style you're really big on - I did and found neat ways to do things I wanted to do that I hadn't managed before. I require this as a text for all my apprentices who do casting.
Customer Reviews:
Wonderful.......2004-11-30
This book is just wonderful :)
I had it only 24 hours but I know it is the best written creative book I have so far.
I sculpt with polymer clay and new ideas are always welcome and I truly did find some really good ideas.
SUPER!!!
Excellent!.......2004-10-22
I borrowed this book from the library, and had to purchase. The most useful book on liquid polymer clay I've seen to date. VERY detailed instructions and photos for projects, with inspiration for your own. Superb!
Well written and structured.......2004-07-22
I have been a polymer clay artisan for many years, and just recently became curious about what I could do with liquid polymer clay. This book was VERY useful in supplying me with information about the many uses of liquid clay. It is easy to read and is structured in a way that you can start at page one and go from there, or simply look up the technique you are most interested in.
I was most impressed with the MANY step-by-step photos offered along with the written instructions for the different projects and techniques. Concise and comprehensive. It does a superb job of covering the lessons presented. However, there are a couple of techniques mentioned in the beginning of the book that I would like to have seen explored in more detail (like using a heat gun to quick-set liquid clay).
Highly recommended for anyone who is already familiar with regular polymer clay and would like to explore a new direction. Moderately recommended for complete newbies - it does leave a lot of questions unanswered if you are totally unfamiliar with using polymer clay.
Valuable PC Resource Guide.......2003-08-25
If you've never used Liquid PC, get this book and get started! As a PC artist, I found the uses of liquid PC staggering. The world of the PC artist is a very sharing and caring environment. That's one of the reasons I enjoy the craft so much as the artists are all very generous with their techniques and knowledge. The authors of Liquid Polymer Clay are no exception and have a wealth of tips and tricks within the pages of their book. Novice and Advanced artists alike will benefit from the Mitchell sisters' wealth of knowledge. Kudos to you both!
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- FOR ME, THE VERDICT IS STILL OUT.
- A great overview of polymer clay techniques.
- great comprehensive book
- Great for just learning about Clay Jewelry making
- A tad disappointed..
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The Art of Polymer Clay: Designs and Techniques for Creating Jewelry, Pottery, and Decorative Artwork (paperback reissue, Updated)
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Available in a tremendous array of colors and easily cured by baking in a home oven, polymer clay is a unique medium for creating a variety of beautiful items. In The Art of Polymer Clay, noted artist Donna Kato explains the basics as well as many unusual techniques, including imitative methods that can be used to create the look of semi-precious stones, woven fabric, carved wood, metal, and realistic flowers. Kato's sense of style and color is superb, and her directions are clear and concise.
Book Description
• A top-seller by the biggest name in polymer clay
• Classic introduction to polymer clay techniques
• Polymer clay is easy and fun to work with—perfect for beginners
When The Art of Polymer Clay first appeared in 1997, polymer clay was undergoing a revival in the U.S., but its full creative potential had yet to be explored. With this book, author and artist Donna Kato helped change all that by introducing crafters to the vast range of polymer clay techniques, from millefiori to imitative to sculpture. Today millions of people enjoy creating with exciting, easy-to-use polymer clay. This season, Watson-Guptill is pleased to present the book that helped start the craze, in a new format at an affordable new price. Updates on clays, tools and supplies, conditioning, and safety make this the definitive book in the field—and one that everyone can afford to buy and enjoy.
Customer Reviews:
FOR ME, THE VERDICT IS STILL OUT........2007-08-09
I will start by saying that I do like this book. It is well done, informative and a pure joy to read and study. I do still have some reservations though. I am a complete beginner as to this particular art form, and to be honest, I am a bit intimidated by this particular work. I can though, see where it will be of tremendous help once I master the basics. The book is well designed. The author has given us an indepth look at the tools used, the materials recommened and the vast possibilities of this are form, which are practically endless. The book is well designed, well formated and easy to use. The photographs are completely top quality. I was, at times, a bit confussed simply because I was not familiar with some of the terms and words used by the author, who, apparently, takes for granted the reader is already familiar with. This is no big deal though, as if forces the reader to do a bit of research and find out just what the author is talking about. Learning is always nice, even if it is forced upon you out of necessity. I check this one out from the local library four times before I finally broke down and bought my own copy. Those interested in this art form might as well go ahead and fork out the buck as they will probably end up doing so anyway. I recommend this one highly to those who know a bit about what they are doing. I might suggest though, that there are probably better books out there for the rank beginner, like myself. Will give it five stars though as it is indeed a fine work.
A great overview of polymer clay techniques........2007-07-01
I wish I had gotten this book sooner. It explains much about polymer clay that I found out through trial and error, and introduced new techniques I had never thought of. Besides the bare basics covered by most polymer clay books, the book includes chapters on millefiori, surface treatments, making and using molds, imitative techniques, vessels, floral forms, and sculpture.
This book is a welcome addition to my polymer clay library and I will keep it as a handy reference.
great comprehensive book.......2007-01-30
I've only just begun using polymer clay, but I found this book covered just about everything I could ever be interested in for my personal purpose- beadmaking. The techniques are extensive and varied, plus advice on what to do and what NOT to do- just as important. It's no wonder Donna Kato is known worldwide for her polymer clay art.
Great for just learning about Clay Jewelry making.......2006-12-30
I have been making beaded necklaces for only about six months. Recently I found that I wanted to try something new and different. I was very interested in clay beads and figured I would try to make my own. I read the reviews on this book and purchased it and wow it is great. It really explains everything you need to know from start to finish. The bead sections are excellent!!
A tad disappointed.........2006-12-27
I was a little let down when I got this book after reading all the rave reviews. Plus several of my other books credit certain techniques as being one of Katos so I expected to find them perhaps in more detail and others. It is a great book with lots of techniques, just not the ones I was looking for. I'm also a visual learner and alot of the examples you have to rely on visualizing the text to figure out how to make the item pictured. A few projects have great step by step photos, just not the ones I was wanting(I wish there were more descriptions on making the nonpareil marbled paper) And I'm mostly into clay for sculpting figures this book rather skims over that part. So if your a visual learner and are interested in making primarily 'cute figures' this book may not be what your looking for, tho it does have a nice section on types of clays and tools. It will be a great resource if your looking for information on making canes. I'm not a cane maker, but seeing how they're done is really interesting. Also would be good for someone looking for bead making techniques and ideas.
Book Description
Bakelite jewelry was popular during The Depression because it was decorative, fun, and very affordable. Today, it is sought after and worn for the same reasons-except its affordability is rapidly changing. This book is designed to show off an extraordinary variety of this wonderfully colorful, always appealing, and sometimes startling jewelry, along with a sample of other objects through 420 color photos. It shows how to rate quality-good, better, best-and answers the many questions asked about Bakelite, from dealers' secrets to historical facts. The photos, the detailed information, and the indispensable price guide will provide beginner and connoisseur collector alike with all that is needed in the hunt for Bakelite.
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Bakelite Jewelry by Wasserman review.......2007-03-27
This is a very good book for collectors of bakelite. There are lots of pictures of unusual and creative bakelite jewelry that is so hard to value. The pictures are big and easy to see and most include dates which is so important. I especially like the big collection of crib toy brooches that are not often seen. Most of the pieces are from the 1920's, 30s and 40s. None are from the more modern bakelite designers. Still, it is a rich reference for early bakelite jewelry.
THE book for the beginning Bakelite collector!.......2000-05-04
I am a total novice who is just starting to learn about Bakelite jewelry, and even though this book is expensive, it's the best one I've seen and well worth the money. (I also have Tony Grasso's book but don't think it's quite as helpful.) Not only does Wasserstrom's book have loads of beautiful color photos (hence the high price), but it is VERY clear and answers every single question that has occurred to me about Bakelite. It is just loaded with valuable and easy-to-reference information. (Like charts about which styles correspond to which dates, the differences between Bakelite and other types of plastics, etc.) My only tiny complaint is there's no index (true of the Grasso book also). If you're interested in learning about or collecting Bakelite, buy this book!
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Great Book .......2007-01-04
This is a beautifully photographed book. Shows many wonderful pieces of vintage bakelite jewelry. I can't fault it except to say, I wish it had even more examples of bakelite to look at.
Gorgeous pictures of rare pieces.......2005-02-07
This was the first book on Bakelite jewelry that I ever bought, and the mouthwatering pictures wheted my appetite to start collecting Bakelite jewelry. However, after this luscious introduction, I was in for a big disappointment out in the real world. Most of the stunning pieces in this book have long since been snapped up by collectors, and in the years since I got this book I have rarely found a piece of Bakelite that appears in it. In terms of seeing some of the best of the best, Davidov shows Bakelite jewelry at it's finest. She also does much to enlighten collectors about the Bakelite jewelry industry. Although there is a rudimentary pricing guide, it is completely out of date and is of little use to today's collector. None the less, Bakelite collectors will enjoy this book. It's not a collector's guide. Instead, this beautiful book is a glorious celebration of top of the line vintage Bakelite jewelry, and a guilty pleasure to just thumb through and savor....
Still the premiere book on Bakelite jewelry!.......1998-07-22
The Bakelite Jewelry Book by Davidov and Dawes was publishedin 1988 and it was the first book I bought when I started collectingBakelite jewelry several years ago. Big and beautiful, with wonderful pictures, this book does a great job of showing the variety and personality of this fun jewelry while also educating the reader about the history of Bakelite. Unfortunately, the price guide in the back is now outdated. This book is a visual feast and even though I now have a shelf full of books on bakelite it is still the first book I grab when I want to check on a piece!
Book Description
“Has the...advantage of tapping into the different expertise and styles of a variety of practitioners. Crafters can pick from among 31 projects, ranging from traditional (Chinese good-luck lantern) to extraordinarily modern (tiny jointed teddy bear)....A gallery of artists...adds insight and inspiration.”—Booklist.
Customer Reviews:
Creative Ways with Polymer Clay.......2006-09-16
This book is really good for a person just starting out in polymer clay. There are helpful techniques on making canes, mosaic, skinner blend, etc.
Whether your interest is in making jewelry, ATCs, or even sculpture........this book will help you learn some very interesting ways to use polymer clay.
Highly recommend.
One of the Very Best!.......2003-03-22
I was totally thrilled with this polymer clay book. It is remarkably well written with all of the how-to details extremely clear and precise. The photographs are stunning and the projects exciting. I like the fact that there are projects for beginners as well as for the advanced clayer. The author has included not only her own projects, but those of some other fine clay artists which gives the book a wonderful variety. This is an absolute must for the clayer who is looking for creative ways to use the clay.
Disappointing.......2003-03-07
I was very disappointed with this book. It is true that it includes many exciting techniques, but the instructions are very poorly written (including editing mistakes and typographical errors) and frequently less than helpful.
Some of the editing choices that were made were questionable. For example, on one page there is an image of an (admittedly lovely) brooch and another "detail" photograph of the same brooch--only the "detail" picture is only slightly larger than the original and therefore doesn't add any extra information.
The artwork selected is also disappointing. I found the majority of the pieces to be somewhat unsophisticated. While there are several notable exceptions, on the whole this book failed to inspire.
In short, there are many excellent books on polymer clay already, and more are being printed every day. Pass this one over.
A great book for beginners too.......2003-01-21
I really enjoyed everything about this book
Creative techniques beyond Polymer Clay 101.......2001-12-16
This is a wonderful helpful book for anyone wanting to take a step forward in using this versatile medium. It is heavy on artistic applications, and the projects are richly elegant. She has shared some hints for working with some of the more intriguing methods of handling the clay.
The best part for me was the compared methods of doing various techniques, i.e. monkume gane.
While it gives a good description of what polymer clay is and lists the items one may use to work with it, it probably is not a good choice for a first PC book, as a lot of the basics are not detailed nor illustrated. However, for those who want to polish their techniques or need a kickstart for a new ideas, it is a real winner.
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- Devices of Wonder: From the World in a Box to Images on a Screen
- Henry and Mudge and the Wild Goose Chase
- John Shaw's Closeups in Nature
- History: Fiction or Science
- Literary Converts: Spiritual Inspiration in an Age of Unbelief
- Silverware of the 20th Century: The Top 250 Patterns
- Liberation of Life: From the Cell to the Community
- The Magnificent Flora Graeca: How the Mediterranean came to the English Garden
Resin Jewelry (Jewelry Handbooks)
Metal Clay and Mixed Media Jewelry: Innovative Projects Featuring Resin, Polymer Clay, Fiber, Glass, Ceramics, Collage Materials, and More
The New Jewelry: Contemporary Materials & Techniques (Arts and Crafts (Lark Books))
Designer Style Jewelry: Techniques and Projects for Elegant Designs from Classic to Retro
The Art of Metal Clay (with DVD): Techniques for Creating Jewelry and Decorative Objects
