Our local library offered "gingerbread" kits - just sign up. The gingerbread is really graham cracker but with the directions it works fine. I ordered three kits: for me, and two granddaughters.
The mortar is royal icing: eggwhites, lemon and confectionary sugar. Fortunately keeping it in a sealed container meant I only had to make one batch for the three of us. It hardens in the air.
I did mine first to get a hang of what was required then invited granddaughters to come over one at a time. #2 came first on Wednesday afternoon and #1 on Thursday afternoon.
Here are our creations.
Mine.
Granddaughter #2 at work.
Granddaughter #1,
Notice the icing on her fingers? She couldn't help herself and said it was delicious.
All three houses reside at my house for now - part of the Christmas decorations.
Probably the most prompt and enthusiastic builders to arrive at your house this year! Difficult to decide which is the best craftsperson; you're all much better than I would be. I'd really like to join the demolition squad!
ReplyDeleteThose houses are so cute. I love that you were able to do this with your granddaughters! Have a great week!
ReplyDeleteWe've had one at some point, but I don't remember the details.
ReplyDeleteSuch a fun experience...another tradition that you may be starting for the holidays! We have a huge contest at one of our big hotels, and the ginger bread houses go all out.
ReplyDeleteWhat a clever alternative to having to bake actual gingerbread! So cute and what a great couple of days for you and the granddaughters!
ReplyDelete...I remember helping with a school project with my kids doing this years ago.
ReplyDeleteWhat fun. A very festive activity.
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