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| Encyclopedia of Polymer Clay Techniques |
| Sue Heaser is a professional craftswoman whose skills range from polymer clay and Art Clay, glass engraving and puppet-making to textile crafts and pottery. She became fascinated by the shapes, designs and techniques of ancient jewelry. She first discovered polymer clay in 1981 and within a year she was supplying an ever-increasing number of craft shops with her delightful jewelry. Over the years she continually expanded her repertoire of designs, experimenting with as many different effects as possible. She applied her knowledge of jewelry design to her work with clay, stretching the limits of the medium to embrace the wide range of techniques. |
| 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. This is a comprehensive guide to one of the most popular and versatile mediums available to crafters.
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