The Complete Book of Polymer Clay

Author: Lisa Pavelka
Publisher: Taunton Press
ISBN: 1600851282
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 231

Book Description
If crafts are big, then clay is colossal. From pins and pendants to bracelets, buttons, and embellishments, crafters of all ages are embracing the creativity that polymer clay inspires. The Complete Book of Polymer Clay is an encyclopedic book by renowned expert Lisa Pavelka includes the latest techniques, handy tips, and trade secrets. Pavelka presents a sweeping overview of materials, how-to fundamentals, and construction techniques. She also introduces six original projects with complete instructions showing readers how to make pendants, curio boxes, a necklace, and a bracelet. Clear, concise, and comprehensive, this is an essential addition to any crafter's library, no matter his or her skill level. For even more inspiration, this indispensable reference features a gallery of 50 original projects by Pavelka and other talented polymer clay designers.

The Encyclopedia of Polymer Clay Techniques

Author: Sue Heaser
Publisher: Running Press
ISBN: 9780762430871
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
The latest in our best-selling Encyclopedia of Art series focuses on one of the most popular and versatile mediums available to crafters. This comprehensive guide offers directions on making decorative boxes, mosaics, and miniature models, as well as beads, buttons, and jewelry. Large, clear photographs demonstrate over 50 techniques, including basic skills such as rolling, color mixing, marbling, and baking; progressing to more challenging methods of shaping, molding, and sculpting clay. A 16-page gallery of work by renowned polymer clay artists demonstrates what can be achieved and provides crafters with inspiration.

Polymer Clay Global Perspectives

Author: Cynthia Tinapple
Publisher: Watson-Guptill
ISBN: 0823085910
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 162

Book Description
Explore the World--in Polymer Clay! Polymer artists are connected like never before. As the acclaimed curator of the popular blog PolymerClayDaily.com, Cynthia Tinapple brings together 115 diverse artists from around the world to showcase the work of this new international community. Polymer Clay Global Perspectives invites you to explore the trends and cutting-edge styles that are influencing the future of this medium. In this masterful collection, you'll find: · Tips to create meaningful art that reflects your personality and vision · Behind-the-scenes profiles of 13 innovative artists in their studios · Step-by-step projects by contributors who share their signature methods, such as mokume gane,extruded canes, and adapted glass-blowing techniques · Galleries showcasing the best of the best polymer work in jewelry, miniatures, sculpture, and much more With artists including Kim Korringa, Shay Aaron, and Fabiola Perez offering their expertise, you'll find endless inspiration to take your art to the next level. Begin your own journey through the new landscape of contemporary polymer. A world of possibilities awaits.

Polymer Clay 101

Author: Kim Otterbein
Publisher: Quarry Books
ISBN: 1589234707
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 193

Book Description
"Beginner's guide to crafting with polymer clay, teaching all the basic techniques through easy projects. Includes DVD-ROM"--Provided by publisher.

Polymer Clay Color Inspirations

Author: Lindly Haunani
Publisher: Watson-Guptill
ISBN: 0823015017
Category : Color in art
Languages : en
Pages : 67

Book Description
Renowned for their courses and workshops on color, the authors offer instruction and inspiration that focuses on polymer clay as a learning tool that crafters can use to explore their own color instincts and preferences. Each chapter investigates a color principle supported by a jewelry project.

Making Polymer Clay Beads

Author: Carol Blackburn
Publisher: Thunder Bay Press
ISBN: 1645172244
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 128

Book Description
Learn how to make your own polymer clay beads and turn them into colorful accessories and decorations. Making Polymer Clay Beads offers beginning and veteran artists a comprehensive resource for crafting unique beads of all colors and shapes at home. From selecting the right equipment and working with raw clay to making dozens of different shapes and adding colorful effects, this all-in-one guide will aid you at every stage of your artistic journey. Step-by-step instructions and full-color photographs enable the reader to craft a wide variety of beads to be used in making handmade jewelry and decorations.

The Art of Polymer Clay Creative Surface Effects

Author: Donna Kato
Publisher: Watson-Guptill
ISBN: 9780823013623
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 186

Book Description
Polymer clay has grown and grown and grown in popularity since the publication of Donna Kato’s best-selling The Art of Polymer Clay in 1997. And there have been so many technical advances, too. Now poly-diva Donna Kato presents an all-new look at one of crafters’ all-time favorite mediums. Donna Kato’s Polymer Clay Innovations begins with the essentials of polymer clay, including its working properties, plus tools, curing, safety recommendations, and color blending (with full information on the now-indispensable Skinner Blend). Photo-packed chapters focus on exciting projects—beads, bracelets, pins, pendants, and boxes--and showcase new techniques, including image transfers, surface treatments such as stencils, stamps, paints, and inks, sculpting, inclusions, special effects, and finishing. Finished pieces by some of the biggest names in polymer clay, including Kathleen Dustin, Pier Voulkos, and Nan Roche, plus Donna Kato herself, offer ideas and inspiration.

Polymer Clay and Mixed Media-- Together at Last

Author: Christi Friesen
Publisher: Creative Publishing international
ISBN: 1616733764
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 160

Book Description
Mixed media brings lots of new possibilities to polymer clay crafting. Polymer Clay and Mixed Media—Together at Last is about making polymer clay figures—jewelry pieces, focal beads, décor items, knick-knacks—and incorporating beads, fibers, fabrics, glass, stones, etc. to create special effects. Embellishing polymer clay with mixed media adds a sophistication and richness without making the projects complicated or inaccessible to the average crafter.

Creative Ways with Polymer Clay

Author: Dotty McMillan
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
ISBN: 9781402701139
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 110

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.

Polymer Clay

Author: Jacqueline Gikow
Publisher: Krause Publications Incorporated
ISBN: 9780873419529
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 144

Book Description
Artists and crafters can learn how to unleash polymer clay's functional side with this comprehensive guide. Gikow teaches techniques for making 20 projects, including pinch pots, bowls, coiled containers, and crocheted objects. 250 color photos.