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Introduces young readers to cool craft projects to stimulate individual creativity.
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School Library Journal Review
Gr 4-7-Each book contains background information, clear contents, step-by-step instructions for each process or activity presented, and excellent-quality full-color photos. The safety section encourages adult supervision when needed and provides tips for each project component or ingredient. Jewelry has an extensive section on bead history, sizes, shapes, types, and metal findings (clasps, etc.). Projects include a memory wire bracelet, a beaded necklace and bracelet, daisy chain necklace, and beaded rings. Clay explores polymer-clay conditioning, color mixing, millefiori, and bead making. It also includes clear directions for making a pen, a picture frame, and decorating a purchased clay pot. Soap discusses premade bases, coloring and fragrance, layered soaps, treasure-packed soaps, relief soaps, and packaging ideas. Great introductions to popular crafts.-G. Alyssa Parkinson, Highland Township Library, MI (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
Horn Book Review
This series offers an introduction to six popular crafts. Background information and step-by-step directions for four appealing projects in each book may be too complicated for children under ten. Layout, design, and safety with tools and materials are covered. Unfamiliar terms are defined in the context and in a brief glossary. Ind. [Review covers these Checkerboard: Cool Crafts titles: Cool Rubber Stamp Art, Cool Scrapbooks, Cool Beaded Jewelry, Cool Clay Projects, Cool Melt & Pour Soap, and Cool Painted Stuff.] (c) Copyright 2010. The Horn Book, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted. All rights reserved.
