Making Animal Characters in Polymer Clay [Paperback]

Sherian Frey (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 2000

With this books as a guide, anyone can learn to create colorful, imaginative animal characters out of polymer clay. Starting with basic skills that increase in complexity over the course of several projects, crafters will fashion a variety of "animal-at-work" figurines. Information about the common problems and pitfalls that beginning polymer clay artists face help them to make progress on the first day of modeling and avoid any start-up frustrations. Eventually they'll begin designing their own personalized handtailored gifts great for any occasion. The book includes: 15 step-by-step projects that build upon techniques and experience; tips and tricks on using polymer clay; clothing templates and advice for finding and using "props" with figures; suggestions on how to include children in on the fun

Editorial Reviews

From Booklist

Once relegated to jewelry crafting, polymer clay--better known by such brand names as FIMO, Cernit, and Sculpey-- realizes another dimension in former art teacher Frey's book. Fifteen characters of all shapes and some sizes come to life with her incredibly detailed instructions, much like Will Vinton's Claymation figures. Setting the stage are two chapters on appropriate preparations: clay features and characteristics, tools, and methods (including how to shape ropes, balls, cones, and sheets). Then, three chapters--segregated by level of difficulty--highlight the projects, from Simple Bobby Bookworm to the armature-supported Dexter Dalmatian, firedog. Plus, Frey anticipated most if not all of readers' questions, including information on storage, the right working surface, and even hand cleaning. There are always great lessons to be learned. List of suppliers appended. Barbara Jacobs
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About the Author

Sherian Frey is a versatile designer and teacher with years of experience working with polymer clay. She is in her tenth year of producing individually handcrafted clay sculptures, and is co-owner of Small Fry Sculptures.

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: North Light Books (October 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 158180041X
• ISBN-13: 978-1581800418
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.7 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,262,180 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book!, November 30, 2002

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meowy "Crocheter/Cat Petter" (VA, United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Making Animal Characters in Polymer Clay (Paperback)

I am highly impressed with this book. The format of the book is easy to read. I'd imagine even a beginner would be able to work through it and create a sculpture as well. The photos are very high quality and detailed.

She supplies tips and suggestions for each project as well as patterns on completing each one in the book.

It's great for those anthro styled animals from fairy tales and cartoons.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Adorable characters and good instructions, July 9, 2001

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ArtWay (United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Making Animal Characters in Polymer Clay (Paperback)

The characters are cute and interesting... the Dalmation in turnouts is adorable. The instructions appear to be easy to follow, and the projects are within anyone's reach, even beginners. Original style on new and old themes.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars great for simple but detailed animals, October 31, 2011

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This is a great book for simple but detailed animal projects. It explains the process easily and has templates for the each animal.