Produce fabulous faux effects like ivory, bone, turquoise, marble, and silver; create rounds, canes, and spirals; discover how to fold and sculpt to create dramatic variations. It's all here in Making Polymer Clay Beads! Begin with a comprehensive introduction to materials, tools, and equipment for bead-making techniques. Then jump right in- techniques range from conditioning raw clay and making simple shapes to decorating them with foils, powders, and millefiori. Step-by-step photos ensure you master the techniques, so that you can discover the magic of working with polymer clay and incorporate your creations into stunning jewelry designs! A gallery of beads by internationally renowned artists provides inspiration and demonstrates the range of effects that can be achieved in polymer clay. Book jacket.