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Learn to make fun, colorful, modern, on-trend earrings from polymer clay. In Polymer Clay Jewelry, Author Rachael Skidmore—owner of the popular online shop and social-media channels Made by Maeberry—takes a fresh, contemporary approach to this classic craft. Through her easy-to-follow photographic steps and clear instructions, you can make your own contemporary earrings in a variety of colors and styles. Among the topics covered in the book: Tools and materials Clay conditioning Color mixing How to choose a color palette Clay curing and baking Painting clay How to add earring backs Once you’re familiar with these important introductory topics, learn to make colorful abstract earrings, hoops of various sizes and styles, rainbows, shells, hammered “metal,”statement jewelry, and much more—all from polymer clay! Also included in the book are beautiful photographs of all of the pieces, suggestions for customizing colors and styles, images of color palettes and alternative ideas, and so much more. Polymer clay is lightweight, inexpensive, and infinitely customizable. Polymer Clay Jewelry is perfect for makers and jewelry enthusiasts of all skill levels! The Art Makers series is designed for beginning artists and arts-and-crafts enthusiasts who are interested in experiencing fun hands-on mediums, including polymer clay and embroidery. Also available from the series: Polymer Clay for Beginners, Papier Mache, Empowered Embroidery, and Make Cute Stuff with Polymer Clay.

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Learn to make fun, colorful, modern, on-trend earrings from polymer clay with the materials and step-by-step instructions in this all-in-one kit. From Rachael Skidmore of Made by Maeberry comes Polymer Clay Jewelry, a fresh instructional kit that teaches you how to make your own contemporary earrings in a variety of styles. With these 8 step-by-step projects and the clay, jewelry findings, and other items in the kit, you can make colorful abstract earrings, marina layered slab earrings, and the checkered jenasie earrings. Learn how to make faux turquoise, rainbows, beads, statement earrings, and so much more! Also learn how to cure and bake clay, mix colors, choose a color palette, and apply earring-making techniques to other jewelry items. This kit includes: 48-page project book 8 colors of polymer clay Acrylic roller Jewelry findings Shape cutters Whether you are eager to get creative making your own jewelry or want to learn techniques for working with polymer clay, or both, this kit is the perfect starting point.

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