Christmas Creations

Now I know it's only October, but in the world of creation this is actually quite late for thinking about Christmas. If you intend on giving handmade presents and cards, that's a lot of things to make, and can take months!

Yesterday was my first day of beginning to create Christmas cards although, as these haven't been received by anyone yet, I'll post these at a later date to avoid ruining the surprise for any recipients. Instead, I'll post an example of a previous Christmas project.

'Gingerbread house'

Front of Gingerbread House

Back of Gingerbread House

This was a gift I made for someone with a sweet tooth. I originally thought I'd make a house which was classic Hansel and Gretel with sweets all over the outside, but as it took shape it seemed to me it would look better a little more simplistic, I made it out of very strong card covered in paper. The roof tiles are made out of an old cereal box! The roof comes off to reveal a gift inside, in this case it was, of course, sweets and chocolate. :)

Inside Gingerbread House