28 May, 2008

Edible Babies?

I almost sick for a week, down with common sickness finally get back to office and clear some work. I have recieved an email saying that these babies are made of cake frosting, but who could take a bite?

Urban Myth
Thought you'd be as fascinated with these as I. These are made with marzipan....the babies looked so real and unbelievable!


What is Marzipan?
Marzipan, a sweet paste made of ground (blanched) almonds, sugar, and eggs, and used in cake fillings, icings, and other confectionaries, is often colored and molded into all sorts of visually appealing that resemble miniature versions of food (or other objects).





Are these babies adorable? Yes. Edible? No!!!

Truth has come into light...
I went to do reseach about Marzipan babies and realised that it's a hoax. I don't know who send out this but it is incorrect. Anyway, for those who wants to eat Marzipan babies, I think they are quite sick people. They are definitely not the kind of food that most of us would find it palatable.

These baby sculptures are the work of a talented artist Camille Allen, who says she molds them from polymer clay which is cured to a hard, porcelain-like finish. According to the artist's FAQ, the hair is fine-strand English mohair. Each doll measures between 2 and 5 inches from head to toe and sells ranging from USD$99 to USD$3000.

More images of Camille Allen's work are available on her website.

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