A Year of Gingerbread Houses

Bok av Kristine Samuell
Nothing's more enticing for any holiday or special occasion than an awesome, lusciously decorated gingerbread house. With designs for Christmas, Halloween, Valentine's Day and birthdays, these exquisite projects include a cottage, chalet and two-story house. And for each, Options such as customised windows, doors, chimneys, paths, trees, topiary and even lighting add to the charm. More than 200 helpful step-by-step process shots; informative sections on tools, techniques, and components; and patterns, piping templates and tips on baking, assembling, and troubleshooting assure magical results.