MiniMaven Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 That's a cool roof. Sometimes if there is something I'm dreading and no hard deadline, I'll set a really modest goal. I was overwhelmed with all the thank you notes after my wedding, so I said 2 a day no matter what. They were done in a few weeks. My motto is, forward is forward, even it's a tiny step in that direction. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathieB Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 3 minutes ago, MiniMaven said: My motto is, forward is forward, even it's a tiny step in that direction. Yep. The Fly Lady says to set your kitchen timer* for 15 minutes to devote to a task. Amazing how much can be accomplished in that amount of time. *Anyone use a kitchen timer any more? I rely on the timer on my phone. Oy, technology! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiniMaven Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 (edited) 50 minutes ago, KathieB said: Yep. The Fly Lady says to set your kitchen timer* for 15 minutes to devote to a task. Amazing how much can be accomplished in that amount of time. *Anyone use a kitchen timer any more? I rely on the timer on my phone. Oy, technology! I still use one...I have a really retro one with little hearts on it. It lets out a loud, obnoxious ring--my phone has nothing on it! Edited November 17, 2017 by MiniMaven 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 I use the timer on the microwave; it takes the same time to nuke four strips of turkey bacon to crispness as to brew a 3-cu French press pot of coffee. As our Tracy say, "Inch by inch it's a cinch, but by the yard it's hard" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
My Miniature Madness Posted November 18, 2017 Author Share Posted November 18, 2017 I got some of the "candy" and "frosting" added in the past couple of days. I am really liking the collage clay - any of the oopsies are totally my learning curve and not a problem with the clay. It seems to go a long way, too! We'll see how it holds up. I am having to stop often and let things set, as I keep bumping into wet stuff! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 8 minutes ago, Its_a_sm_world_after_all said: I got some of the "candy" and "frosting" added in the past couple of days. I am really liking the collage clay - any of the oopsies are totally my learning curve and not a problem with the clay. It seems to go a long way, too! We'll see how it holds up. I am having to stop often and let things set, as I keep bumping into wet stuff! It's getting more adorable by the day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
My Miniature Madness Posted November 18, 2017 Author Share Posted November 18, 2017 Thanks Sam! It's a little sloppier than I was hoping, but it's going to have to do! I don't have time for perfection! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 I foresee a real problem getting visitors to keep their hands off! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mid-life madness Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 It looks so scrumdiliumcious . I want to make one so badly but I don't think I'd make it in time for Christmas. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
My Miniature Madness Posted November 18, 2017 Author Share Posted November 18, 2017 2 hours ago, Mid-life madness said: It looks so scrumdiliumcious . I want to make one so badly but I don't think I'd make it in time for Christmas. How about just a really small two or three day project just for fun? Here's an example of a mini house you could easily make into a gingerbread: http://www.alphastamps.com/Collage_Supplies-Die-Cut_Shrines_&_3D_Items/c4_207/p21128/House_Ornament/product_info.html http://www.alphastamps.com/blog/?p=16206 Or a Christmas wagon for a travelling Santa? http://www.alphastamps.com/Collage_Supplies-Die-Cut_Shrines_&_3D_Items/c4_207/p20636/Bathing_Machine_Kit/product_info.html Or a Christmas Tree scene inside a gingerbread encased greenhouse? http://www.alphastamps.com/Collage_Supplies-Die-Cut_Shrines_&_3D_Items/c4_207/p20364/Conservatory_-_1:12_Scale/product_info.html Do a little something so you don't lose an opportunity while you're feeling inspired! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueirishmoon Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 Love all the new rainbow touches, Jodi! They're really popping against the white. Looks yummy so far. Keep going! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NellBell Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 I love the movie Pride and Prejudice . It's a t the top of the list all version old and new . 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NellBell Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 5 hours ago, Its_a_sm_world_after_all said: Thanks Sam! It's a little sloppier than I was hoping, but it's going to have to do! I don't have time for perfection! Nothing a little glitter can't fix 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathieB Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 9 hours ago, Its_a_sm_world_after_all said: Thanks Sam! It's a little sloppier than I was hoping, but it's going to have to do! I don't have time for perfection! It's difficult to keep real frosting precise, so some sloppiness is to be expected. It certainly doesn't detract from the overall adorableness. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 One of the wool-gathering moments found me thinking about building my 1:48 Greenleaf village kits as gingerbread houses; but then I could only put them out at Christmas, and I already have the White Orchid and a crèche set for that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathieB Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 1 minute ago, havanaholly said: One of the wool-gathering moments found me thinking about building my 1:48 Greenleaf village kits as gingerbread houses; but then I could only put them out at Christmas, and I already have the White Orchid and a crèche set for that. My White Orchid Christmas house is out all year around. My Halloween-themed Haunted Hangout is out all year around. Don't see why a gingerbread house would have to hide in the off season. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 4 minutes ago, KathieB said: ...Don't see why a gingerbread house would have to hide in the off season. A whole village... Hmmm (wheels turning) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
My Miniature Madness Posted November 18, 2017 Author Share Posted November 18, 2017 9 hours ago, blueirishmoon said: Love all the new rainbow touches, Jodi! They're really popping against the white. Looks yummy so far. Keep going! Thanks Cynthia! I have lots more layers and detail to add. Just hope I know when it's enough before it's too much! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
My Miniature Madness Posted November 18, 2017 Author Share Posted November 18, 2017 4 hours ago, havanaholly said: One of the wool-gathering moments found me thinking about building my 1:48 Greenleaf village kits as gingerbread houses; but then I could only put them out at Christmas, and I already have the White Orchid and a crèche set for that. The gingerbread village idea is awesome! I hope you do decide to do it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
My Miniature Madness Posted November 18, 2017 Author Share Posted November 18, 2017 5 hours ago, KathieB said: It's difficult to keep real frosting precise, so some sloppiness is to be expected. It certainly doesn't detract from the overall adorableness. I keep looking at rel life gingerbread houses to remind myself that the imperfections are part of what makes them so cute. There is one line of "frosting" I'll be scraping off today, but so far the rest is going to stand as is. I'm making a gum drop light fixture today - hoping that comes out cute! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goldenrodfarm Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 I love the look of the new candy, it looks so much like a real gingerbread house! The roof tiles came out so well! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 5 hours ago, Its_a_sm_world_after_all said: Thanks Cynthia! I have lots more layers and detail to add. Just hope I know when it's enough before it's too much! There's such a thing as too much with a gingerbread house? I baked the parts for a real gingerbread house for Christmas year before last and my guys had most of it eaten before I even started the frosting! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 18, 2017 Share Posted November 18, 2017 11 hours ago, KathieB said: It's difficult to keep real frosting precise, so some sloppiness is to be expected. It certainly doesn't detract from the overall adorableness. Sloppy shmoppy.. but I agree with Kathie, any wobbly lines just add to the frosting's authenticity. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
My Miniature Madness Posted November 18, 2017 Author Share Posted November 18, 2017 4 hours ago, Goldenrodfarm said: I love the look of the new candy, it looks so much like a real gingerbread house! The roof tiles came out so well! Thanks Barb! I really wanted it to look like a real gingerbread house! 33 minutes ago, havanaholly said: There's such a thing as too much with a gingerbread house? I baked the parts for a real gingerbread house for Christmas year before last and my guys had most of it eaten before I even started the frosting! Sounds delicious! I never have made a real one. My kids and I made them one year with graham crackers when they were little. Just canned frosting too but they were so proud of them they waited until everyone in the family saw them before they devoured them! 25 minutes ago, Samusa said: Sloppy shmoppy.. but I agree with Kathie, any wobbly lines just add to the frosting's authenticity. Thanks Sam! I am not steady handed at all, but luckily with this style I can get away with it for the most part! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
My Miniature Madness Posted November 23, 2017 Author Share Posted November 23, 2017 I finished up the exterior by Thanksgiving! So excited! I'll only post the one photo here. If you want to see the rest of them they're on my blog, link below. Happy Thanksgiving everyone! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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