Remember Shrinky Dinks--those plastic sheets that magically shrink and harden when heated in the oven? Millions of fans do. Now they're back … and a hot trend with both mainstream and Etsy crafters. Shrink! Shrank! Shrunk! introduces crafters to this friendly, fast, and fun way to create cool--and surprisingly chic--jewelry. It covers everything from the many new kinds of shrink plastic available (including printable) to the latest techniques. The 35 stylish projects include cute animal-shaped rings, a Mexican oilcloth necklace, origami airplane earrings, and more!
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"Children of the 1970s and '80s may remember Shrinky Dinks--preprinted pieces of shrink plastic to color and cut out. Modern shrink plastic comes in a variety of finishes, and some plastics can be imprinted with an inkjet printer, but the preparation is the same: color, cut out, and bake until the plastic shrinks. Standout projects include whimsical paper-airplane earrings, a Liberty-esque floral-print earring and necklace set, and several minimalist pendant projects that resemble glass, rather than shrink plastic. VERDICT: Gen X crafters will be intrigued by the retro raw materials, but the projects highlight all of the possibilities of shrink plastic. The pieces are eye-catching and bear little resemblance to the Shrinky Dinks of yore." --Library Journal
“Clearly written, beautifully illustrated, clear, concise and I have to admit that I am planning to give several of the suggested projects a whirl because they are 'that' nice looking. I guess my comment would be 'this is not your grandmother's--or mother's--shrink plastic art.' The projects that are presented, designed by some really excellent artists, are things that will catch your eye as well as your imagination. You'll find all necessary information about what supplies you will need, none of which are very costly. It's a really fun book, filled with really nice projects that will be sure to please any crafty gal or guy. With adult supervision and assistance, I think that older kids can join in the fun with you, too.” --Marie Z. Johansen, Books by the Willow Tree
“I was totally surprised. Happily surprised! This book written by Kathy Sheldon makes me want to go out and buy some shrink plastic. Shrink! Shrank! Shrunk! is a fabulous book for so many reasons. Kathy has a fun and energetic writing skill. From cover to cover Kathy explains each step and then allows you to add your own touches. If you have ever wanted to use shrink plastic, then this book is for you. Kathy accomplishes what a true craft book writer is supposed to do: inspire her reader” --Nicole Campanella, The Beadwright blog
“Kathy Sheldon will make you want to try shrink plastic again. The book covers all you need to know about shrink plastic and how to work with the medium. If you have been looking for a way to create inexpensive yet still stylish jewelry components that you can also merge into other forms of jewelry making such as wire work and beading, this is an excellent resource to consider. The book has thirty step-by-step jewelry projects, and I honestly did not see one that I did not like.” (5-star review) --About.com Jewelry Making
"I see a huge draw for this book for those who work with kids and need creative, fast but really fun stuff to use for craft projects. This is inexpensive, fairly easy and certainly doable in a time crunch. A pretty
floral bracelet, with fill-color flower variations, would brighten any mood." --Scorpio Moon Jewelry
About the Author
Author and editor Kathy Sheldon loves following her hunches to find trends in that sweet spot where the online-crafting world and book-buyers meet. She developed the popular Fa la la la Felt and is co-author of the follow-up book, Heartfelt Holidays. She lives in Charleston, SC, Asheville, NC, and Windham, ME.
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I grew up on a farm in New England, so making things by hand comes naturally to me. I'm happiest when I'm creating, whether it's a shrink plastic bracelet, a poem, a row of sweet peas, or a book. Connecticut, New York City, Seattle, and Charleston, South Carolina, have all been home, but Asheville, North Carolina, seems to keep calling me back. When I'm not here making books with the gang at Lark, I'm usually at my cottage in Maine, where I'm the first to jump in the lake in the spring and the last one to leave the water in the fall.
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When I received this book I actually had to chuckle to myself. I missed the shrinky dink craze of the 70's and had no experience with shrink plastic of any sort before I made pears on an Artist Trading Card last month. I had become interested in this stuff from that small experience and voila! this book appears for me to enjoy!
If you've ever had any questions on what this shrink plastic is - this is the book for you! It's clearly written, beautifully illustrated, clear, concise and, I have to admit ,that I am planning to give several of the suggested projects a whirl because they are 'that' nice looking. I guess my comment would be "this is not your grandmother's - or mother's - shrink plastic art.
Kathy Sheldon gives very well presented information about the relatively short background of this intriguing product and the projects that are presented, designed by some really excellent artists, are things that will both catch your eye as well as your imagination. You'll find all necessary information about what supplies you will need - none of which are very costly. I bought my dedicated polymer and plastic oven at the thrift store for a song and the plastic sheets are also quite economical. I think most of will have the other required items in our crafty homes already - so you'll most likely be almost ready to go when the book lands on your doorstep - or in your Indie bookstore's bag.
It's a really fun book, filled with really nice projects that will be sure to please any crafty gal or guy. With adult supervision and assistance I think that older kids can join in the fun with you too. Buy it! You'll like it I'm certain!
If you've ever had any questions on what this shrink plastic is - this is the book for you! It's clearly written, beautifully illustrated, clear, concise and, I have to admit ,that I am planning to give several of the suggested projects a whirl because they are 'that' nice looking. I guess my comment would be "this is not your grandmother's - or mother's - shrink plastic art.
Kathy Sheldon gives very well presented information about the relatively short background of this intriguing product and the projects that are presented, designed by some really excellent artists, are things that will both catch your eye as well as your imagination. You'll find all necessary information about what supplies you will need - none of which are very costly. I bought my dedicated polymer and plastic oven at the thrift store for a song and the plastic sheets are also quite economical. I think most of will have the other required items in our crafty homes already - so you'll most likely be almost ready to go when the book lands on your doorstep - or in your Indie bookstore's bag.
It's a really fun book, filled with really nice projects that will be sure to please any crafty gal or guy. With adult supervision and assistance I think that older kids can join in the fun with you too. Buy it! You'll like it I'm certain!
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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The author tells us that when she tells people about shrinky jewelry they either respond with how much they love it or Huh? I would definitely be in the first camp, as I had a great time making shrinky dinks as a child. I was very interested to see how the technique would translate into jewelry making. Apparently, by using stretched plastic, when heated the plastic will shrink in size, while at the same time intensifying the colors that are used to decorate it. It also gets significantly thicker, too, which makes for a much more sturdy piece when finished. If you'd like to use this idea to recycle plastic containers, check to make sure that they are labeled as #6, and you should be able to find a good many items to work with, including take out containers and plastic cups.
There are instructions for all types of plastic jewelry creations: rings, earrings, necklaces, even lovely cameos. The one I had to try was the gorgeous High Tea Charm bracelet, with its lovely rose patterns and tea treats dangling from a silver chain. This craft used a sheet of white inkjet shrink plastic that I was able to print on using my inkjet printer (pretty cool!). After printing, I just had to cut out each piece and punch a hole in the top of them and then put them in the oven to bake. I had to place a large book on them when I removed them from the oven so the edges didn't do that curling up thing that I remember from when I was a kid, but the book made that issue simple to prevent.
I sprayed with some sealer and I just love how they turned out! So pretty and what an easy jewelry making technique. My kids are loving trying it out, too. They mostly want to draw their own designs, which is very fun, so far they've made a keychain and a necklace. I love this trip back in time that takes a new, modern spin on an old favorite.
There are instructions for all types of plastic jewelry creations: rings, earrings, necklaces, even lovely cameos. The one I had to try was the gorgeous High Tea Charm bracelet, with its lovely rose patterns and tea treats dangling from a silver chain. This craft used a sheet of white inkjet shrink plastic that I was able to print on using my inkjet printer (pretty cool!). After printing, I just had to cut out each piece and punch a hole in the top of them and then put them in the oven to bake. I had to place a large book on them when I removed them from the oven so the edges didn't do that curling up thing that I remember from when I was a kid, but the book made that issue simple to prevent.
I sprayed with some sealer and I just love how they turned out! So pretty and what an easy jewelry making technique. My kids are loving trying it out, too. They mostly want to draw their own designs, which is very fun, so far they've made a keychain and a necklace. I love this trip back in time that takes a new, modern spin on an old favorite.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Makes me feel young again!
We used to call it shrinky dinks but these designs have nothing in common with the crafts I did as a youngster, These designs are upbeat, fresh and fun. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Judy Hamilton
5.0 out of 5 stars
Just what I was looking for!
I am just getting into making different things with shrinky dinks and have found this very helpful. Has given me many ideas to work with.
Published 2 months ago by Brenda Gurr
4.0 out of 5 stars
Retro technique, modern style
This is just a terrific book crammed with great practice info and very cute projects. I'd bought some shrink plastic and had no idea what to do with it, this book gave me clear... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Ramona
4.0 out of 5 stars
love it!
i so enjoy shrink plastic since i was a kid and enjoyed rediscovering this medium to do things with my teenagers and their friends.
Published 2 months ago by Helen Vorace
5.0 out of 5 stars
Shrink plastic Jewelry
I love the very details of this book .Easy to follow instruction an pictures to . I would tell my friends.
Published 2 months ago by Monique D. Miller
4.0 out of 5 stars
Highly recommend!
Very easy instructions and easy to understand. Very good diagrams/patterns. Good list of tools required. Earring diagrams are very nice.
Published 3 months ago by Juanita S. Blackurn
5.0 out of 5 stars
So Much Fun!
Making jewelry with Shrinky-Dink - so much fun! I have seen this jewelry at craft fairs and really wanted to learn how it is done. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Ellen Levy
3.0 out of 5 stars
OK but there is better.
OK...not the best actvities that would appeal to everyone. Easy to understand but the jewelry ideas are kinda goofy. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Tamara
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love this Book!
I love the projects provided in the book. I feel craft books should provide lots of techniques and inspiration and this book has plenty of both. I'd recommend for all ages.
Published 4 months ago by M. Kuhr-Grace
5.0 out of 5 stars
Loved the book but need help!
I got the book and devoured it as I do all the craft/art books I buy. The reason I got this book though is because I wanted to start making my own jewelry from the inkjet shrink... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Adrienne M. Berry
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