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~ (Author) "What do you need to make a gingerbread house?..." (more)
Key Phrases: inedible houses, edible glitter, meringue powder, Life Saver, Tootsie Roll, White House (more...)
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This charming, step-by-step guide shows readers how to bake, assemble, and decorate beautiful and elaborate gingerbread houses--the architectural wonders of the baking world--from the ground up. Fifty whimsical, two-color drawings and patterns offer a wealth of ideas.


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Gingerbread houses are the architectural wonder of the baking world, and every year around the holidays, constructions of all shapes and sizes spring up everywhere. Some have Tootsie Roll mailboxes, shredded-wheat roofs, and gumdrop bells, while others are covered with snow and icicles and have balconies, garlands, and brightly glowing candy glass. But no matter how elaborate a house is, one doesn't have to be an expert baker (or architect) to build one. Gingerbread Houses: A Complete Guide To Baking And Decorating is for ginger-bread bakers who want to build their first or their fiftieth house. With easy-to-follow instructions, it shows beginners all the basic techniques, including how to assemble the walls and roof without breaking the gingerbread. But it also shows more advanced bakers how to illuminate their house, use a glue gun, and even give last year's house a face-lift. The whimsical, two-color drawings and patterns are a wealth of new ideas for doors, windows, wreaths, bells, mailboxes, lampposts, fences, and trees. And for those who feel the entrepreneurial urge, there's even a section on marketing, packaging, pricing, and selling gingerbread houses. With wit and humor, Christa Currie, champion gingerbread baker, makes building gingerbread houses fun for the entire family. Gingerbread Houses is the perfect stocking stuffer for the baker or architect on your Christmas list.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 128 pages
  • Publisher: Main Street Books; 1 edition (September 1, 1994)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0385472676
  • ISBN-13: 978-0385472678
  • Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 7.9 x 0.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #10,201 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The essential book for first-time gingerbreaders!, October 25, 1997
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This is THE book for anyone wishing to jump into the world of gingerbread house design, construction and decoration.

I have purchased several books on gingerbreading since I created my first houses using this book and I always end up using Christa's recipe and baking tips, no matter what design I am trying out. They are fool-proof!

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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars a wealth of great ideas in a small, simple book, October 20, 1997
By Mona B. (New York, NY) - See all my reviews
I've seen bigger books on making gingerbread houses, I've seen fancier books, but this is the all-time best book yet on the subject. It's simple, clear and loaded with creative ideas. I found this book when I was about to make my first gingerbread house. Now, 20 houses later, it's still my favorite book on the subject.
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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars And on the 7th day there was GINGERBREAD, November 28, 2000
By "hairbender53" (Woodburn, Or (USA)) - See all my reviews
This book was one of the most helpful books for me when I wanted to do something special for the holidays. You see I'm NOT a cook or a cookie maker by choice. But when I saw Mrs. Curries book it reached out and said "BAKE ME BAKE ME BAKE ME" Her book was very easy to follow and the results were FABULOUS. This is one book for the holidays that I highly recommend to all beginners or professionals. Happy Baking to all and to all a Gingerbread House.
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2.0 out of 5 stars Disappointed
I was really hoping for a basic gingerbread book - I've done the houses for years but it's always hit or miss on the recipe for the dough and icing. Read more
Published 5 days ago by Margaret Durbin

5.0 out of 5 stars Just what you need!
I bought this book one year after trying several different gingerbread recipes and watching the dough bubble up and one roof come flying off the housetop. Read more
Published 11 months ago by C. Hayden

2.0 out of 5 stars If you collect gingerbread house books ....
... then purchase this book to add to your collection. If you are a beginning "gingerbreader", this book probably won't be a big help to you. Read more
Published 19 months ago by D. Cole

5.0 out of 5 stars Thumbs Up!
Filled with tips and ideas. It's informative and written with light humor, not like reading a dry instruction manual. Read more
Published on January 15, 2007 by J. Kazley

5.0 out of 5 stars Gingerbread Houses
Very thorough and informative information for a first time gingerbread house maker. It will probably become a family tradition!
Published on January 14, 2007 by Nancy T. Holihan

5.0 out of 5 stars You can't judge a book by its pictures
My first reaction after receiving and flipping through the pages was, "What!". "No color photographs? Read more
Published on December 6, 2005 by R. Schaaf

5.0 out of 5 stars All Fun No Worries
Among the pages of chimney tips is the line "If it's a little crooked, that's okay, it only adds to the charm of the house." (p. Read more
Published on November 20, 2005 by Auntie Claus

4.0 out of 5 stars Good ideas but could use photos
Even though this book did not have any photos it was still helpful and gave some good ideas. The author includes drawings of different ideas such as doors, windows, and a mailbox... Read more
Published on October 7, 2004 by Spiked Confections

2.0 out of 5 stars Missing picture
I wasn't very pleased with this book, very vague and not a lot of pictures.
I have several others that are much better quality. I wouldn't buy it again
Published on July 22, 2003 by Laurie J. Worth

5.0 out of 5 stars The Best for Gingerbread Girls and Boys
This book is clear, descriptive, and explains things simply, but thoroughly. The patterns and photos are especailly helpful, and the projects are charming. Read more
Published on November 26, 2002 by Bookish

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