Polymer Clay Extravaganza

Outstanding. This book simplifies polymer clay. With clearly written steps and descriptive photos, it made it easy for a novice like me to create fabulous works of art. I have found this book to be such a spectacular buy that for the past few months this is the only book I have recommended to my clay enthusiast friends. This is one book anyone working with polymer clay or interested in getting started, should own.

The composition of this book is brilliant. Lisa Pavelka has done a wonderful job with this book. The book is very informative, with clear step by step instructions for each technique as well as excellent photos of each phase of the design. The instructions and illustrations are straightforward and easy to understand. Lisa has a wide variety of polymer clay projects to suit anyone's taste and the explanations are clear and thorough, progressing from novice through to expert. There are even techniques for working with other types of media and incorporating them into your clay projects, along with great finishing touches. Follow her detailed directions, and with a little practice, you can turn out stunning artwork. From beginners to advance, this book offers the opportunity to refine your technique. The book starts with a list basic supplies. It then helps you reviews a few basic techniques. She also includes some great tips throughout the book. Then there is advice on choosing clay, keeping it fresh and some storage tips. There is a great section on surface techniques, glazes, adhesives and sealants. She gives tips color mixing and blending, as well. Everything you need to know is included in this book!

I've only been doing polymer clay for a couple years but I'm definitely hooked! I never realized such a medium could be used for so many different projects - you truly can express yourself! That is what is so great about the recent book I bought written by Lisa Pavelka, "Polymer Clay Extravaganza". It opened my eyes to a whole new range of projects that I can do with polymer clay! The book is beautifully photographed, making it very easy to follow. I think most readers will agree with me that it is much easier to follow photos of each step of a project, than just relying on mostly written text like some other books on this subject. And Lisa's book is photographed so well! I love every one of the projects in it - although some may stretch my capabilities right now! Another thing, I was lucky enough to meet Lisa Pavelka at last years Hobby Industry Assoc. annual convention. I have never met such a wonderful, caring, person. She obviously lives for this art medium, and she did not hesitate to share her knowledge, answering the many questions I had regarding polymer clay. She even gave me advise on how to to get some of my projects published. I recommend her book to all. It's my new favorite book in my polymer clay library. Definately a must have!

I love this book!!! I am hooked on polymer clay but have been struggling with it for about a year and a half now. I got this book today. Ive seen Lisa Pavelka on the Carol Duvall show and when I heard she was coming out with a book I couldnt wait! Im so anxious to go home and try all of these techniques for myself. The book is clear and the projects are so easy to follow. I think the garden sticks are such a cute idea and I cant wait to try the heart pendant. Finally, a book that has both advance and beginner techniques. I feel like in the past, I would outgrow my books. Now I can learn some techniques, put the book away and come back to it when I need some inspiration. Thanks Lisa Pavelka for coming out with such an interesting and "clayer" friendly book!