
Matt Merkel Hess, Adobe Stock - Vjom
I made these self-portrait baking dishes for
a 2014 fundraiser at the haunted Greystone
Mansion in Beverly Hills, to benefit the nonprofit
LAXART. I was trying to make something that was
a bit spooky and interactive. The final project was
presented in the kitchen, where the bread was
sliced and toasted, and then guests could add
butter, jam, and honey. It was a really fun project,
and I enjoyed each step of the way. Here’s how to
do it.
1. PLASTER-BACKED ALGINATE FACE CAST
First you need to make an alginate cast of your
face. The best product for this is Alja-Safe
alginate from Smooth-On, which is nontoxic ...