If one house is this cute, imagine how festive a whole village of milk carton gingerbread houses will be! Use simple dollar store supplies to make a tiny town and display it on your mantel, coffee table, or as a charming winter centerpiece!
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What if I don’t have parchment paper for the windows of my milk carton gingerbread house?
Tissue paper, wax paper, thin crepe paper, and rice paper are all great alternatives to parchment paper. They’ll cover the windows while still letting the light shine through!
Do I need craft foam to make milk carton gingerbread houses?
Craft foam gives a great frosting look, but there are definitely other materials you can use! Cardstock and construction paper are both excellent options. You can also try puffy paint to get that 3D look!
Can I make a gingerbread house out of something other than a milk carton?
Of course! Any small box will do! Try to use boxes made of thinner cardboard, like tissue boxes, so it’s easier to cut the windows. Boxes made of thicker cardboard, like shipping boxes, will also work. They’ll just be a little harder to cut.
This milk carton gingerbread house is the perfect way to bring some extra holiday cheer to your home! Plus, it’s built to last for years to come, so no more worrying about your gingerbread house crumb-ling under the pressure of hungry kids.
Here’s even more light-up house craft ideas:
Haunted House Craft
DIY Clay House
Twinkling Paper Roll Christmas Village
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