How to Make a Faux Gingerbread House Village with Tacky Glue & Snow Adhesive

Several faux gingerbread houses sitting in front of fireplace with décor trees on mantel above.

How to Make a Faux Gingerbread House Village with Tacky Glue & Snow Adhesive

Creating a faux gingerbread house village is a delightful way to add some seasonal charm to your home without the mess and fragility of real gingerbread. Using foam core, snow adhesive, Tacky Glue and COLORSHOT Spray Paint, you can craft festive decorations that look scrumptious yet lasts for years.

Supplies:

• Aleene’s Original Tacky Glue

• Aleene’s True Snow & Glitter Snow Decorative Snow adhesives

• COLORSHOT Premium Spray Paint (Skinny Dip)

• Tulip Puff Paint White
• Foam core board

• Paintbrush(es)

• Pencil

• Stencils or templates of door & window shapes, trees, gingerbread people, etc.

• Ruler

• Craft knife or utility knife

• Cutting mat

• Protective gloves and mask

• Newspaper or a drop cloth

• Sandpaper (optional)

• Bows, glitter and other embellishments (optional)

Step 1: Plan Out the Size of Your Gingerbread House(s)

Woman in red dress using large ruler, pencil and craft knife to cut a large piece of foam core board.

Start by sketching your faux gingerbread house design on a piece of paper. Decide on the size and shape of your house including any windows or doors you’d like to incorporate. Be as creative as you’d like – think about all the fun details you can add. Transfer your design onto the foam core board using a pencil and ruler.

Step 2: Cut Pieces & Assemble Faux Gingerbread House(s)

Hand gluing foam core window accents to flat piece of house with cut out windows.

Carefully cut out the pieces from your foam core with a utility knife. You will need at least 6 pieces including 4 walls and two roof panels. Remember to also cut out any windows or doors you designed. Now is also the time to cut the trees and gingerbread people who will live in your faux gingerbread house village. Use Aleene’s Tacky Glue to assemble the pieces of your house. Once the walls are secure, attach the roof panels. Be sure to hold the pieces in place until the glue sets.

Step 3: Paint Cut-Out Pieces for Faux Gingerbread House Village

Woman in red dress spraying COLORSHOT paint onto a foam core gingerbread man that is sitting on a purple, gridded cutting mat.

Use COLORSHOT Premium Spray Paint Skinny Dip to paint all your pieces to simulate a gingerbread look.

Step 4: Use True Snow to Add Winter Accents to Faux Gingerbread House Village

Hand using a paintbrush to apply Aleene’s True Snow to rooftop on faux gingerbread house.

Now comes the fun part… decorating your house! Use Aleene’s True Snow to add snowy accents and Puff Paint to add fine details to the roof, doors and windows. Once everything is dry, inspect your faux gingerbread houses for any needed touch-ups.

Step 5: Display!

Large faux gingerbread house sitting on floor in front of fireplace and under holiday decorated mantel.

And there you have it – a charming faux gingerbread house village that adds a whimsical touch to your holiday décor. Display it on your mantel, dining table or any spot that could use a sprinkle of festive cheer. Enjoy your creative masterpiece and the joy it brings to your home!

Did you use Aleene’s snow adhesives to create your own faux gingerbread house village? Show us how you’re using Aleene’s for your DIY Christmas décor and tag us on social media @aleenesDIY!

Check out these links and get ready to celebrate 75 years of creativity with Aleene's!

· Get inspired with Aleene's Story

· Explore Christmas Crafts

· Shop Aleene's Snow Glues

· Aleene's FAQ

Finished Project Gallery

Project Tags Project inspiration Aleenes Snow Diy decor Wood Gluing

Off white canvas with Fall Bucket List painted on top with pictures of things to do.

DIY Fall Bucket List Photo Banner with Fabric Markers

Make a little room for fall fun and the memories that come with it! This DIY Fall Bucket List Photo Banner starts with a canvas banner, your favorite seasonal activities and colorful details drawn with Tulip fabric markers. Create a photo box for each adventure, then leave the boxes empty until each activity is complete. As you check off your list, use Aleene's Instant Tacky Putty to adhere a photo inside the matching box. By the end of the season, your bucket list becomes a personalized display of fall memories! Supplies: Tulip Fabric Paint Markers Tulip Graffiti Fabric Markers Aleene's Instant Tacky Putty Large canvas banner Pencil Ribbons & trims (optional) Pro Tip Slide a piece of cardboard under the canvas before you draw so Tulip fabric marker ink doesn't bleed through to your work surface. How to Make It: 1. Plan Your Fall Adventures Lay your canvas banner flat and lightly sketch "Fall Bucket List" across the top with a pencil, then plan a box for each activity. Leave a space beneath each box for the activity name. Use the size of your intended photo prints as a guide so each box has room for a photo. 2. Add Color and Bucket List Details Use Tulip fabric markers to trace your heading, outline the photo boxes and write an activity name beside or beneath each one. Mix lettering styles and fall-inspired colors, then add small seasonal doodles around the boxes for a personal touch. 3. Make Memories and Fill Your Banner Display your banner and start enjoying the activities on your fall bucket list. After each adventure, print a favorite photo and use Aleene's Instant Tacky Putty to adhere the photo to your canvas. Are you making a bucket list banner for your goals? Show us your fun ideas and tag us on social media @ilovetocreateofficial!

Learn & Shop

Hauntingly Handmade: Doily & Lace Ghosts & Spider Web Décor

Add a playful handmade touch to your Halloween décor with these fun and easy stiffened doily and lace ghosts and spider web projects.

Learn & Shop

Three painted pumpkin purses on a purple background

How to DIY Monochrome Magic Pumpkin Purses

Turn classic orange plastic-handled pumpkins into chic, monotone statement purses with just a few colorful craft supplies! A coat of COLORSHOT gives each pumpkin a sleek, head-to-toe hue, while Tulip Puff Paint and sparkling gems add playful texture and plenty of bling. Finish with a coordinating fabric strap, and these trick-or-treat favorites are ready to carry from costume parties to Halloween outings! Supplies Needed: COLORSHOT Premium Fabric Paints Tulip Puff Paints Liquid Fusion Performance Adhesive Aleene’s Spray Sealer in finish of choice Plastic pumpkin buckets Embellishments like rhinestones, crystals and colored gems Fabric straps Carabiners Plastic table cover Step 1: Prep the pumpkins Cover your work surface with a plastic table cover. Remove any tags, make sure the plastic pumpkin containers are clean and dry, and keep the lids and handles in place so every visible surface can be transformed into one seamless color. Step 2: Spray on a monotone makeover In a well-ventilated area, spray the pumpkin, lid and plastic handle with your chosen COLORSHOT paint color. Apply several light, even coats for smooth coverage, allowing each coat to dry before adding the next. Let the painted pumpkin dry completely. Finish with an Aleene’s Sealer in finish of choice. Let dry completely. Step 3: Add dimensional details Use Tulip Puff Paint in a coordinating shade to trace the pumpkin’s grooves, outline the face or create dots, swirls and other raised accents. Keep the design tone-on-tone for a stylish monotone finish, then allow the paint to dry completely. Step 4: Bring on the bling Plan your embellishment placement, then use Liquid Fusion Performance Adhesive to attach rhinestones, crystals and colored gems. Cluster them around the eyes, scatter them across the surface or follow the raised paint details for extra sparkle. Let the adhesive cure completely. Step 5: Attach the purse strap Remove original plastic handle from pumpkin. Clip a carabiner onto each side of the pumpkin’s handle, then attach the ends of the fabric strap. Adjust the strap to your preferred length, check that every connection is secure and get ready to show off your one-of-a-kind pumpkin purse! How are you decorating your Halloween accessories? Show us your fun ideas and tag us on social media @aleenesDIY!

Learn & Shop