Polymer Clay Treasures: From Heart and Hand

Polymer clay isn't really clay at all, but a malleable, bake-able plastic produced in a wide array of brilliant colors, providing crafters with all of the fun of modeling, molding, and creating with “clay,” without the need for a special kiln for firing. In Polymer Clay Treasures, artist Lisa Pavelka outlines the basics of working with polymer clay—including necessary tools, general techniques, and safety reminders—before embarking on several projects, which include unusual and creative items such as a business card holder, an ornamental purse pen, and recycled/redecorated tins. The DVD also includes an “interactive gallery” of 65 photos of completed projects, with information on the techniques used to create each one. Boasting high quality production values, excellent multiple-angle camerawork, and pleasant background music, this handsomely packaged how-to is likely to have wide-ranging appeal. Highly recommended. [Note: also newly available in PageSage's arts and crafts DVD line are Mastering Marbling with Peggy Skycraft, Exploring Art Materials with MaryJo McGraw and Stamp Art Inspirations with MaryJo McGraw.] Aud: P. (R. Reagan)