Ancient Modern: Polymer Clay And Wire Jewelry

by Ronna Sarvas Weltman

Artistically combining polymer clay with wire, this distinctive manual teaches crafters and jewelry makers how to create organic, sophisticated, and contemporary jewelry. A range of innovative techniques in designing beads and components from polymer clay are combined with wireworking elements, inspired clasps and ear wires, wire bead caps, polymer clay tipped head pins, and more for a signature look. Explaining fundamentals of jewelry design, this manual also delves into what makes a piece "primitive" and how to achieve an organic effect through color mixing and textures. Included are a wide variety of polymer clay and wire jewelry design and texture techniques, 15 one-of-a-kind detailed projects, and a gallery of completed works.

Genres: Jewellery Making, Nonfiction

136 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 2009

About the author

Ronna Sarvas Weltman is a contributing editor to Step by Step Wire Jewelry magazine. Her art jewelry has been featured in numerous books and magazines and on HGTV, and is sold in high-end galleries and boutiques. Her jewelry is a celebration of color, form and texture. Ronna's writing and workshops help readers and students find their own voice in their art by mastering organic techniques in polymer clay, wire and other non-traditional materials. "

Reviews

[Angela · Rating 4 out of 5]

Pros:
- Has the best jewelry design section I've seen.

Cons:
- The clay techniques are pretty basic. Intermediate clayers could get bored.

Who It's Good For:
- The clay techniques are definitely easy enough for beginners.
- Intermediate clayers may find the book worthwhile for its jewelry design tips, its wire-working tips, or just for inspiration.

Read my full review on my blog: Review: Ancient Modern by Ronna Sarvas Weltman