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Learn how to carve your own mini princess head out of butter

A State Fair master guides us through the sculpting process using a one-pound butter brick you can find at most grocery stores.

By Jennifer Brooks

August 28, 2020 at 4:29PM

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Jennifer Brooks

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Jennifer Brooks is a local columnist for the Minnesota Star Tribune. She travels across Minnesota, writing thoughtful and surprising stories about residents and issues.