Polymer clay expert Marie Segal shows crafters the techniques and tricks they need to create several unique and inspiring polymer clay projects. Complete supply lists and easy to follow step-by-step instructions showcase such fascinating endeavors as Asian inspired jewelry, a beautiful gold leaf frame with artistic embellishments, a glowing candleholder, an appealing journal cover and much more.

Marie gives advice on tools and supplies, how to set up a work space and which heat sources to use. Readers will learn to achieve such techniques as millefiori (bundling colored clay rods together to form images and patterns), mokume gane (a Japanese metal layering technique), simple molding ideas, glazing and faux finishing.

In a special section, Marie demonstrates how to mix various elements into the clay for very original effects including embossing powders, glitter, inks, herbs and flowers.

Marie Segal has helped to elevate the status of polymer clay from a child's modeling clay into a fine arts medium by developing the Premo! Sculpey! Clay for Polyform Products. In addition to teaching internationally, Marie has authored books and videos, appeared on television and has designed for magazines as well as web pages. She and her husband own and operate The Clay Factory, a polymer clay distribution and technical support company in Escondido, California.