Sugar!

Yes, we've been working with sugar this week... 320 degree, molten sugar, that we pull and blow and pour into beautiful (occasionally) shapes. It's hot, and it hurts, but it's fun, too, and really interesting. Here are some pictures of things I've done.

Blown sugar balls


It's just so pretty!




Fishy


Blown/pulled apple


Ugly retro owl (poured). She was later decorated with pulled feathers, but didn't look any better with further decoration.


Pulled sugar bow


The end of the day, before a trip to the trash can.

I just think sugar is so beautiful. When it's in the process of being pulled it takes on this incredible shine, like nothing I've ever seen. It's really wonderful. On monday we're making showpieces based on famous pieces of art... any ideas?