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Polymer Clays like FIMO and Sculpey are versatile craft materials which can be used to create a range of items including jewellery, unique beads and ornamentation. These books will inspire you with ideas which will allow you to express yourself in this versatile medium.

Introductory Books Project Guides Advanced Books
Clay Characters Miniature Food Beading Jewellery

The Complete Book of Polymer Clay

Written by Lisa Pavelka, leading Polymer Clay artist, this well presented book covers both basic and advanced techniques. A comprehensive collection of most of the commonly known and universal techniques, including some of Lisa's own.

221 pages with rich colour illustrations on every page. More than 70 techniques made easy. Step-by-step instructions. 400 colour photograps to illustrate the steps. 6 original bonus projects. Gallery of art by top designers from around the world.

Polymer Clay for the First Time

This comprehensive book covers the basics then moves quickly to cover a range of advanced techniques. A series of well illustrated projects with full descriptions show are used to demonstrate "How do I ....?"

112 pages with colour illustrations on every page. Cane techniques covered include pinroll, bull's eye, banner, feather, checkerboard and skinner blend. Also covers using ,moulds, rubber stamping and metallic effects.

Studio Project Guide - Elegant Blossoms

Create an elegant Rose Box and Poppy Bowl with easy step-by-step instructions. Everything you need to know to complete two advanced craft projects in Polymer Clay.

Two full colour 2-sided card project guides 215mm x 275mm. Also includes basic instruction guide and lists of recommended tools and materials to complete the projects.

Studio Project Guide - Flowers and Vines

Create a striking Thistle Vine Plaque and a set of versatile Drawer Pulls with easy step-by-step instructions. Everything you need to know to complete two advanced craft projects in Polymer Clay.

Two full colour 2-sided card project guides 215mm x 275mm. Also includes basic instruction guide and lists of recommended tools and materials to complete the projects.

Studio Project Guide - Leaf Decor

Create an elegant Leaf Frame and a Whitewash Leaf Votive with easy step-by-step instructions. Everything you need to know to complete two advanced craft projects in Polymer Clay.

Two full colour 2-sided card project guides 215mm x 275mm. Also includes basic instruction guide and lists of recommended tools and materials to complete the projects.

The Art of Polymer Clay - Creative Surface Effects

Techniques and projects featuring transfers, stamps, stencils, inks, paints and more. Donna Kato takes working with Polymer Clay to the next level, demonstrating dozens of inventive techniques for creating stunning surface effects.

176 pages with rich colour illustrations on every page. Fully illustrated step-by-step projects for stunning beads, pins, bracelets, pendants and boxes. Finished pieces by 69 other artists offer even more ideas and inspiration.

The Art of Polymer Clay - Millefiori Techniques

Projects and inspiration for creative cane work. Donna Kato shows you how to use Polymer Clay to create intricate, fascinating Millefiori designs. Covers planning and creating canes and how to use them to make jewellery and art objects.

176 pages with rich colour illustrations on every page. Exceptionally attractive book. Fully illustrated step-by-step projects. Finished pieces by more than 50 renowned Millefiori artists provide extra inspiration.

How to Make Clay Characters

With Polymer Clay and imagination, Maureen Carlson has brought a whole world of cheery little characters to life. Starts with simple neighbourhood kids and progressing to more complex characters like Grandpa and Saint Nick.

128 pages with full colour photographs throughout. Detailed step-by-step projects. Introductory sections cover materials, tools and techniques. Learn about creating hair, facial expressions, clothing and footwear.

Fairies, Gnomes & Trolls

Create a fantasy world in Polymer Clay; an idyllic world filled with fairies, playful sprites, gnomes, elves, wise wizards and misunderstood trolls. Features 15 enchanting projects with detailed instructions.

128 richly illustrated full colour pages. Includes an introduction to clay techniques, creating Polymer Clay figures and plenty of tips as well as project variations for many of the characters.

Clay Characters for Kids

This well-illustrated project book has been written to inspire children and teenagers. Includes basic techniques for sculpting easy shapes that can be used to create dozens of creatures.

80 pages with colour photographs on every page. Make 30 detailed and colourful fantasy characters including dragons, goblins, fairies, pigs, birds, horses, bears and more.

Miniature Food Masterclass

Angie Scarr shares the secrets of her amazingly intricate work in Polymer Clay. She invites us to join in with her passion for miniature food. Create a variety of food canes, liquid and transluscent effects, glazes, moulding and veining.

160 pages richly illustrated pages. Packed full of new techniques, materials and projects. Illustrated with step-by-step pictures throughout. Projects include chocolate buttons, asparagus, watermelon, starfruit, bakewell tart.

The Polymer Clay Cookbook

Whip up tiny, deliciously realistic jewellery! Written by 2 sisters with an obsession for tiny food jewellery this book is full of fun and calorie-free projects! Use Polymer Clay to make pizza, bacon & eggs, lemon slices cupcakes, ice cream and more.

160 pages richly illustrated pages with colour on every page. 20 projects with step-by-step illustrations to make charms and jewellery inspired by favourite foods. Includes sections on materials, tools & techniques.

Polymer Clay Beaded Jewellery

Learn how to make colourful, unusual beads and jewellery. Explore the wonderful versatility of polymer clay and learn how to create a whole range of necklaces, earings, bracelets and more.

48 pages. 200 colour photographs. 11 step-by-step photograph illustrated jewellery projects. Introductory sections on materials, supplies and techniques.

Bead Techniques - Clay Jewellery and Bead Rollers

The Professional Bead Roller makes creating uniform beads easy and fun. Use single colours or combine colours for stunning effects.

This 20 page technique-based book by Linda Peterson gives you the knowledge to create unique wearable art.

Polymer Clay Beads - Linda Peterson

35 step-by-step projects show how to make beautiful beads and jewellery. Techniques used in projects include simulated stone, mokume gane, sculpting, millefiore caning and Skinner blend.

128 richly illustrated pages. Very clear instructions attractively presented with photographs of the method and completed items.

Polymer Clay Beads - Carol Blackburn

Create beautiful ornamental beads out of polymer clay. Techniques clearly illustrated with step-by-step colour photographs. Introductory sections cover equipment and basic techniques. Main sections cover a wide range of techniques.

128 pages. Exceptionally well illustrated and attractive. Advanced techniques include blending, combing, caning, moulding, extrusions, inlay, mokume gane, rubber stamping.Fabulous faux effects eg amber, ivory, turquoise, abaloone, Balinese silver.

Polymer Clay Mixed Media Jewellery

Techniques, projects and inspiration. Use polymer clays to simulate the look of glass, enamel, metal, fine porcelain, pearls, mosaics and chalked ceramics. Learn how to use metal and liquid clays. Combine metal eaf, transfers, chalk, fibes, etc.

128 pages. Colour illustrations on every page. Introductory section covers clays, tools, basic techniques and use of specialist polymer clays. 18 stunning step-by-step illustrated projects (84 pages) and a gallery (8 pages).

Ancient Modern - Polymer Clay & Wire Jewellery

Learn to create sophisticated and distinctly contemporary jewellery by artisticaly combining polymer clay and wire. Innovative techniques to design beads and jewellery components from polymer clay, then add wireworking elements for a signature look.

128 pages. 300 colour photographs. 15 one-of-a-kind projects, each featuring detailed instructions and step-by-step photography. Introductory section with details about techniques, tools and materials. Inspirational project gallery.