A variety of techniques presented for true bead aficionados
Step by steps provided for beads made of wool fiber, paper, polymer clay, metal and glass
Inspiring gallery pages for all these sorts of beads except paper
A number of different artists contributed projects for this book.
I myself make beads from both wool (wet feltmaking) and [...]

A classic book that raised the status of polymer clay as an art material in the early 90s
Still an excellent resource on caning techniques
In addition to the standard sections on tools and basics, Nan provides a little information about color theory and design. Most of the instructions relate to [...]

Good variety of projects packed into a budget book
Perfect for stampers who like working with polymer clay
Will appeal to those who are into metallic or iridescent finishes
You’ll find lots of jewelry projects in Stamping Polymer Clay & Wire, including three variations on art doll brooches.
There’s a project for making window cling transfers.
You’ll [...]

I became a fan of Laurie Mika the minute I laid eyes on her wall icons and boxes.
When I heard she was producing a book, I waited with great anticipation for it to be released.
North Light Books have a flair for getting it right. The layout is creative and inviting and the step by step [...]

Amazing amount of content for a 35-page budget book
Great photography, including step-by-step photos
Five pages of copyright-free clipart to get you started
This book focuses on transferring images to polymer clay using blue or black toner-based photocopies. The appealing projects range from brooches to beads to book covers to home decor.
Five pages of copyright-free [...]

A great design resource for people interested in taking clay beyond the hobby level
Showcases the work of many notable polymer clay artists
Really shows off the versatility of the medium
This is one of those books you might call a classic in the world of polymer clay.
Most serious clay artists will [...]

Great variety of techniques explained simply and shown off beautiful
Super photography and fun layout to this book
Tempting projects – where does one start?! I want to do them all, now!
Near the start of this book there are sampler/sneak peek pages that provide a glimpse of the surface treatments explained in the book. [...]

Take a little square of foam core board, plug in your hot glue gun and pull out a rubberstamp. You’ll be amazed where you can go from here.
Sandra’s a queen of mixed media techniques. This book shows you how to make jewelry components by stamping hot glue, fabric, shrink plastic, polymer clay, glass and paper. [...]

Very contemporary and introduces the latest tools and techniques
Packed full of inspirational photos of high quality polymer clay work
Comprehensive section on image transfer techniques
A highly respected expert, Donna Kato has even formulated her own brand of polymer clay, Kato Clay. Her knowledge is [...]

The Polymer Clay Techniques Book by Sue Heaser is a recipe book for crafters, as opposed to artists.
Nevertheless, Sue Heaser has an outstanding reputation and presents a great range of projects.
There’s something here that would appeal to every member of your family, and that can’t be said for most art and craft books!
I like the [...]