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Summary: Not for the serious crafter
Review: I do not appreciate the craftmanship exhibited in this book. The projects are fine, but I did not find them particularly creative. Irene Semanchuck-Dean(sp?)'s book had better projects and more finesse.
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Summary: Make beautiful things with Polymer clay
Review: Polymer Clay for Everyone, 112 pages, over-size ppb.: If you enjoy the handmade beads and jewelry that surely only the most creative of people can make, take heart - Polymer Clay for Everyone will bring out the creativity in you. There are over 30 delightful, colorful projects to make including jewelry, buttons, beads, quirky magnets and miniatures, holiday decor and cards, gifts, household accouterments and more. This book is careful in detail, instruction, and provides dozens of photographs of completed works, works in progress, even photos of tools needed. Standard equipment needed is easy to come by, some you'll have on hand, some you'll need to visit a hobby shop for. The cost of equipment is up to you. For instance, a pasta roller is suggested for achieving desired thicknesses quickly, however the author explains, the same results can be had by laying sheets of wood (available at hobby or model shops) of the thickness desired on your rolling surface and rolling the clay out to the thickness of the wood. There are options listed for many items called for, so whatever your budget, the book will help you stay within its bounds. I've seen a couple other books with sections on using polymer clays. What they lack is here. For the first time I read that when you use anything with uncured polymer clay, you must never use it again for food prep. or serving. This book covers the bases.
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Summary: Make beautiful things with Polymer clay
Review: Polymer Clay for Everyone, 112 pages, over-size ppb.: If you enjoy the handmade beads and jewelry that surely only the most creative of people can make, take heart - Polymer Clay for Everyone will bring out the creativity in you. There are over 30 delightful, colorful projects to make including jewelry, buttons, beads, quirky magnets and miniatures, holiday decor and cards, gifts, household accouterments and more. This book is careful in detail, instruction, and provides dozens of photographs of completed works, works in progress, even photos of tools needed. Standard equipment needed is easy to come by, some you'll have on hand, some you'll need to visit a hobby shop for. The cost of equipment is up to you. For instance, a pasta roller is suggested for achieving desired thicknesses quickly, however the author explains, the same results can be had by laying sheets of wood (available at hobby or model shops) of the thickness desired on your rolling surface and rolling the clay out to the thickness of the wood. There are options listed for many items called for, so whatever your budget, the book will help you stay within its bounds. I've seen a couple other books with sections on using polymer clays. What they lack is here. For the first time I read that when you use anything with uncured polymer clay, you must never use it again for food prep. or serving. This book covers the bases.
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Summary: Wonderful Projects, Lots of Varitey, Great instruction
Review: This book is full of a wide variety of fresh projects for beginning to more advanced polymer clay artists. Each project includes step-by-step instructions accompanied by illustrations and finished project photos. The book starts out by thoroughly covering the basics, including a discussion of several tools that will make working with polymer clay easier. Over 25 projects follow in 5 sections including miniatures, jewelry, gifts, home accents, and special occasions. Miniature world is my favorite section. You learn to make impressive projects such as a grandfather clock, Victorian fireplace and Christmas tree. The jewelry section is also a treat. Along with a necklace, bracelet and earrings, it shows you how to make a bunch of different of beads and buttons. My favorite project was the sun & sea clock. Though it is time consuming it is surprisingly easy to create. I have seen similar items in craft stores sell for over $50. The special occasion projects are little less sophisticated, but great for doing with kids during the holidays. I personally loved making the simple, but beautiful decorated eggs. Conveniently, a list of suppliers is included in the back and templates are provided with instructions when needed. This makes a great gift for anyone wanting to learn all about polymer clay and try a medley of great projects.
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Summary: Good basic introduction to working with PC
Review: Wide range and variety of projects for those wanting to begin working with PC. Something for just about any area of interest. Instructions are adequately detailed for easy duplication of the projects. Projects tend to be "homemade crafty" and simplistic in nature and lack any real creativity (probably a plus for those just starting out.)Good background information on manufacturing differences and available tools. For me the best part of the book was the technique for different canes although they too are pretty basic. Not a bad addition to your PC reference library.
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