Polymer clay is one of the most interesting new craft materials to appear in the last 20 years - perhaps because it is so adaptable. With the minimum of equipment and some basic techniques a dazzling array of effects can be achieved.
Appealing to both beginners and those with some experience, Step-by-step Polymer Clay in a Day includes full step-by-step instructions for an exciting range of projects, all of which are so simple that they can be made in a day. The colourful projects show a selection of delightful items, from home accessories to perfect gifts and fun ideas for children, from a delicate lattice bowl to a millefiore trinket box or colourful covered pens. Using a variety of techniques, including canework, blending, texturing and filigree, the projects are explained in step-by-step photographs.
Special gallery pages illustrate variations on the techniques explored in the projects and provide further inspiration. A comprehensive techniques section covers essential information on materials and equipment as well as explaining in detail essential polymer clay techniques.
12 colourful step-by-step projects with variations and alternatives throughout Detailed instructions and step-by-step photographs for each project Includes comprehensive information on tools, materials and basic techniques Written by an experienced craft exper
About the Author
Emma Ralph is a member of the British Polymer Clay Guild and has had her work exhibited at guild events and published in their newsletter. She regularly contributes to polymer clay and other craft magazines. She has her own mail order business supplying items for jewellery making. She lives in Coulsdon, Surrey.
Published by Search Press, Paperback, 80 pages, ISBN 1-84330-480-5