Book review: Ancient Modern
July 30, 2009 by Cyndi Lavin
Filed under Book & Magazine Reviews, Polymer Clay
This is one of the most unique polymer clay books that I’ve seen! It begins with the usual solid information on materials, tools, and techniques that you’ll find in many books, but that’s where the similarity ends.
Ronna’s style is primitive, organic, and full of joy. If you’ve been looking for opportunities to shed the rules and just see what happens, this may be the perfect book for you.
Ancient Modern Polymer Clay and Wire Jewelry
by Ronna Sarvas Weltman
The style of this jewelry will not be for everyone, so if you don’t care for the piece on the cover, it is very indicative of the style throughout. There’s lots of color inside, but it tends to be subdued and natural. The finished pieces are not pretty, but they are boldly arresting and intriguing.
Check out The Bookshop for lots more links to books about jewelry-making in addition to this helpful guide!
thanks for the review- I just ordered this book and now I’m looking fwd even more to receiving it!
I don’t think you’ll be disappointed
If you like the style of the piece on the cover, you’ll be pleased with the rest!
Thanks for the opportunity to win a great crafting book! My fave styles are steampunk and modern! ^..^<