18 November 2008

Jubilee preview

So instead of a tree this year for the Jubilee I decided a Gingerbread house would be a better choice for me. It's up on the table and not all over the house for the baby to get into. So this was my inspiration...


And this is what I ended up with....
A LOT of planning went into this and even more lessons were learned. I think it's best not to use baking soda in the recipe I used so the pieces will stay true to shape when baked. But... it still turned out pretty good and was fun. The Adobe shack is actually my favorite, no pattern, just some squares and a cacti and yucca. Thanks for your help Jen, getting them assembled decorated and delivered.

Here's both of them. I felt a lot better when we deliverd them and they fit right in with all the others. :)
AND>>> This is my FAVORITE tree at the Jubilee this year. It is a life size Grinch stealing a christmas tree. SO FUN!

5 comments:

Kristin said...

Love the houses!! Good job! Can't wait to see the trees! I also LOVE the Grinch tree. My friend decorates one every year, and she told me about it.....thanks for the visual!

Amanda said...

Holy cow! Talk about talented! You need to teach me how to be that way! :) Have you made your C-mas cards yet?

Andrea said...

I really love them! I have NEVER made a gingerbread house. But I think since I heard about your experience I will just buy the one from the kit @ Wal-Mart! Ha ha.

brandonandlexee said...

You did soooo great!! They look awesome...you are my inspiration:0) That tree is the coolest EVER!!! I will have to go with you this year to check them all out

The Leithead Family said...

Oh...I am gonna miss out on the Jubilee. How sad!! Your gingerbread houses turned out fabulous...but what else would I expect from you!! Love the adobe!! You are an amazing woman! Happy Thanksgiving!!