{"id":17070,"date":"2021-12-14T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-12-14T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/blog\/?p=17070"},"modified":"2025-03-10T09:40:33","modified_gmt":"2025-03-10T15:40:33","slug":"pinterest-worthy-gingerbread-houses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/blog\/pinterest-worthy-gingerbread-houses\/","title":{"rendered":"Pinterest-worthy Gingerbread Houses"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><br>At Richmond American Homes, we\u2019re all about building houses. So, it should come as no surprise that gingerbread houses are among our favorite holiday treats!<strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although baking and assembling gingerbread houses is a time-honored tradition for many, there is no rule stating that gingerbread houses have to be traditional. If you like to think outside the box (or, in this case, the box containing the gingerbread house kit), we\u2019ve rounded up a variety of Pinterest-worthy gingerbread house ideas to take your holiday to the next level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From the deceptively simple to the kind of complicated, these eye-catching, edible designs will help set the stage for a wow-worthy winter wonderland\u2014and you\u2019ll have fun making them, too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470952773042\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Mini Gingerbread House Cupcakes<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Transform classic cupcakes to seasonal showstoppers with these tiny gingerbread house toppers. They\u2019re sure to impress your holiday dinner guests!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470952773122\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Gingerbread Camper<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Why settle for an ordinary gingerbread house when you can make your own gingerbread camper? This retro home away from home is the perfect pick for holiday-loving adventurers!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470952773081\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Knit Me a Cozy Gingerbread House<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong> <\/strong>If you enjoy knitting\u2014or have a fondness for knitwear\u2014you\u2019re going to be hooked on this adorable knitted gingerbread house. To earn extra points for presentation, don a matching sweater while you share your creation with family and friends!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470952773203\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Victorian Storefront Gingerbread House<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The holidays and toys go hand in hand. So, it should come as no surprise that this quaint downtown toy store made our list of non-traditional gingerbread houses to try this season!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470952773299\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Rustic Gingerbread Log Cabin<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Have you always wanted to spend the holidays in a log cabin? Well, this eye-catching, DIY, gingerbread and pretzel log cabin (complete with moose and snowman for added impact) may very well be the next best thing!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/351210470952773110\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Gingerbread Tower Bridge<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>And last, but certainly not least, we bring you a beautiful gingerbread bridge connecting two tall (and tasty!) towers. In addition to serving as a stunning seasonal centerpiece, this must-try alternative to the traditional gingerbread house serves 12!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"cross-sell\">\n  <div class=\"cs-content-new\">\n     <div class=\"u-width-30 cs-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/campaigns\/6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"post-img u-width-100 cs-guide-cover\" src=\"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/content\/globalmedia\/media-5097.webp\" alt=\"First-time homebuyer guide\"><\/a>\n     <\/div>\n     <div class=\"u-width-70 cs-content\">    \n       <h4>Take the guesswork out of homebuying!<\/h4>\n       <p>Our free <em>First-time Homebuyer Guide<\/em> is filled with tips to help you navigate your homebuying journey.<\/p>\n       <p class=\"m-top-40\"><a class=\"btn-rah\" href=\"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/campaigns\/6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Get your free guide<\/a><\/p>\n     <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Some other holiday articles that may interest you:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/blog\/christmas-is-here-5-favorite-christmas-cookie-recipes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Christmas Is Here! 5 Favorite Christmas Cookie Recipes<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/blog\/5-amazing-shortbread-cookie-recipes-for-the-holidays\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>5 Amazing Shortbread Cookie Recipes For The Holidays<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/blog\/holiday-relaxation-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Holiday Relaxation Tips<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Be sure to check out our <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pinsbyra\/holiday-treats\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Pinterest board<\/em><\/a><em> for additional holiday treats. And if you\u2019re ready to find a new (non-edible) home in the new year, explore our communities, floor plans and quick move-in homes on <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>RichmondAmerican.com<\/em><\/a><em>!*<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>*Closing dates are subject to change and cannot be guaranteed. Homebuyers may be limited in the structural changes, options and upgrades which can be made to homes.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At Richmond American Homes, we\u2019re all about building houses. So, it should come as no surprise that gingerbread houses are among our favorite holiday treats! Although baking and assembling gingerbread houses is a time-honored tradition for many, there is no rule stating that gingerbread houses have to be traditional. If you like to think outside the box, we\u2019ve rounded up a variety of Pinterest-worthy gingerbread house ideas to help take your holiday to the next level. 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