bacon roundup

i've started trying to eat healthier lately, which has put a damper on my bacon experimentation. in lieu of actually making and consuming bacon, i'm living out my bacon obsession vicariously through the internet. i recently discovered bacon today - who knew that there's a fake newspaper dedicated to the "daily updates on the world of sweet, sweet bacon"? some stellar highlights from bacon today include:bacon brownies. again, bacon + chocolate: what could be bad?

bacon cinnamon rolls: it's like they were made to swirl together like that.
and last but certainly not least...

bacon flavored diet coke: i can't tell if this is for real or not, but it seems to have a lot written about it on the internet, so i want to believe.

what i like about bacon is the potential to combine both food and craft in one project. and even with my new-found adventurousness with pork products (like the bacon cups), i cannot even come close to the bacon tiara.

hats off to the pork princess for this one. i can't even pretend i'm going to try this project. if for no other reason because the tutorial starts off with the following safety warning:

You are going to be working with an enzyme that bonds protein. You are made of protein. Unless you want to glue your lungs together or glue your eyelids to your eyeballs, you absolutely must follow these safety rules. We cannot be held accountable for any mishaps you might have while working with transglutaminase (aka "meat glue").
1. Wear protective gear: goggles, gloves, and face masks. Also wear long sleeves, long trousers, and closed-toe shoes.
2. Work in a well ventilated area.
3. Do not work around pets, children, or adults who are not also wearing safety gear.
4. If any area of your body comes into contact with the transglutaminase, flush it thoroughly with water and consult a health care professional.
5. Read the MSDS for Activa TG-RM.
After storing unused transglutaminase, we also recommend running a HEPA air purifier for 60 minutes (longer for larger spaces) prior to removal of safety gear.

that's serious business. these ladies have taken the bacon craft to a whole other level with the use of transglutaminase - i just can't follow that.