Episode 25 - Butter Sculpting and The Barnes Mystery

Crafts & Crime

In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of butter sculpting, where artists transform ordinary blocks of butter into intricate and awe-inspiring creations. Join us as we explore the history, techniques, and the surprising challenges faced by these skilled butter sculptors in their quest to turn dairy into art. Then, we explore the chilling case of the Barnes mystery. Uncover the shocking details of this 19th-century case, as we delve into the mind of the perpetrator and the twists and turns of the investigation that ultimately led to justice.

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Butter Lamb. Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Butter_lamb

Fact Sheet: Butter Sculpting. Midwest Dairy. https://www.midwestdairy.com/fact-sheet-butter-sculpting/

Some of the Most Sinister Crimes from the past. https://youtu.be/igVAUZt4EhU?si=QTr1Xa5ffBWU2COF

Murder of Julia Martha Thomas. Wikipedia. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Murder_of_Julia_Martha_Thomas