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The Art of Polymer Clay: Designs and Techniques for Creating Jewelry, Pottery and Decorative Artwork (Watson-Guptill Crafts) [Paperback]

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Paperback: 144 pages
Publisher: Watson-Guptill Publications Inc.,U.S. (31 Oct 1997)
Language English
ISBN-10: 0823002780
ISBN-13: 978-0823002788
Product Dimensions: 25.2 x 19.3 x 1.4 cm

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The wonder substance of home crafters, polymer clay is versatile, pliable, inexpensive and easy to find. It is available in multiple colours, and can be fired in a kitchen oven. Dollmakers and miniaturists were its primary users until its properties made it more accepted. Crafters, sculpters, jewellery designers, potters, ceramists, and miniaturists can all use this synthetic clay. This manual describes the techniques of polymer clay modelling, including fabricating millefiore (stained glass effects), mould making, replicating natural materials such as jade, malachite, and coral, and mimicking gold leaf and marbleized paper. It also covers creating faux "carved" or "woven" objects. The projects include earrings and bead bracelets, napkin rings and candlesticks, animal figurines, and a birdhouse.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Help at last!, 16 Aug 1999

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As a craft instructor and a newcomer to the delights and discouragements of polymer clay, I needed HELP! Donna's book is that help. Donna covers it ALL from the different types of poly clay and their uses to tools and techniques; from beginner to advanced. Using the instructions in the chapter "Basic Canes and Loaves" I made my first loaf, a pinwheel design and from the loaf, created a miniature quilt in polymer clay! I felt like I was truly successful.... I've a long way to go but I'll keep this book in my craft book collection & recommend it to others interested in polymer clay. It is my standard reference on polymer clay!

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5.0 out of 5 stars a great all rounder, 20 Aug 2004

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Having dabbled with polymer clay for some years I felt I needed a boost and this book was it, a wide variety of well explained techniques and clear photos. Drawing techniques from glassworking to carving to create beautiful finished pieces and packed full of hints and tips that will start the novice on their way without the usual pitfalls, and cause even the seasoned polymer fanatic to go haring off to their craft box to try new things.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Hooray for Clay, 21 April 1999

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Donna Kato comes up with some of the most inspiring ideas on using ploymer clay. This book is a must-have if your fingers are waiting to discover clay. -Linda Fry Kenzle, author of The Irresistible Bead

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4.0 out of 5 stars Expanding the possibilities of polymer clay
In this book Donna moves beyond jewellery to incorporate the world of decorative artefacts as well. Millefiori and texture techniques develop into mould making and decorative work... Read more

Published 2 months ago by mj

5.0 out of 5 stars Thanks for helping me work with fimo.....
This is an excellent book for starters with fimo or any other clay. It is informative, and very very helpful. Read more

Published 10 months ago by bubbles

2.0 out of 5 stars Not as good as other Donna Kato's books
Obviously this was the first book published by the author, I personally prefer the latest. Good book for beginners in clay work and bead making.

Published 18 months ago by Eleojota

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent all round book on polymer clay
I bought this book to complete my collection of Donna Kato books. It is a 2006 reprint and up-date of an earlier (1997) book which, although quite old now, is still a good... Read more

Published 18 months ago by Claire Fairweather

1.0 out of 5 stars Very poor book
Not what I expected at all. As soon as I thought I had got into one aspect of the craft, the writer goes off on a tangent and starts promoting her own products. Read more

Published on 17 Jun 2008 by Seasoned Traveller

5.0 out of 5 stars The ultimate polemer clay book!!!!
This book was the perfect thing to get me on my feet for a career in polemer clay at the ripe old age of twelve. Read more

Published on 20 Jun 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars A guide to exciting techniques in poly clay.
I worked for Donna for a number of years and was consistently impressed by her talent, and the range of media she had mastered, but with polymer clay she really hit her stride,... Read more

Published on 22 Nov 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars Very informative and inspirational!
Donna Kato has a wealth of talent that is unsurpassed by any other. This book has great step by step details and excellent photography. I love it. Read more

Published on 29 Sep 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars Wow! How to "everything" in one book.
It's hard to believe that polymer clay can do all these things and that you can find the directions all in one book. The pictures are fantastic!

Published on 14 Sep 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars A great book for inspiration and creative techniques
If you're looking for the perfect book with clear instructions on how to complete that special project tonight, this is it! Ms. Read more

Published on 9 Jan 1998

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