These Gingerbread House Placecards Are Perfect for Your Party

Sam Ushiro
Dec 19, 2015

Not only have gingerbread cookies been winning the hearts and stomachs of a lot of people this year, but gingerbread houses have made a comeback in a much more fun (and mini!) way. We’ve done gingerbread house snow globes and cupcakes toppers, and we even have a gingerbread house roundup so you can find the style that best fits you. But don’t you wish that you could use some of this yummy dessert as part of your holiday table setting too? That’s right, folks, we’re showing you how to make gingerbread house place settings, so not only will your guests be able to spot their names on an adorable little house at your party, but they’ll be able to eat it too. (After they die of cuteness, of course!) Get your icing ready and your apron on, because you’re about to make an insanely adorable mini gingerbread house village.

Ingredients:

– vanilla icing

– 3 1/3 cups all-purpose flour

– 1 teaspoon cinnamon

– 3/4 teaspoon ground ginger

– 1/4 teaspoon salt

— 1/2 cup brown sugar

— 3/4 cup corn syrup

— 1/2 cup butter, melted

Tools:

– piping bag

– round piping tip

– sharp knife

– rolling pin

– mini gingerbread house template (search “mini gingerbread house template” online)

Instructions:

1. Mix together the melted butter, brown sugar and corn syrup until all of the sugar has dissolved. In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, cinnamon, ginger and salt. Combine to form dough. Refrigerate the dough for an hour.

2. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Dust your surface with flour and roll out the dough to 1/8-inch thickness. With your mini gingerbread house templates, cut out two walls, two pieces of roof, one front and one back for each house.

3. Place your house pieces on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 10 minutes. Allow to cool completely.

4. Transfer your vanilla icing into a piping bag fitted with a round tip.

5. Put icing along the sides of each cookie and stick all the pieces of the house together.

6. Pipe your guests’ names onto the side of one of the roof pieces on each house.

7. Decorate the rest of the house with whatever you want. I chose to use frosting only, but you could also decorate it with candy if you like.

8. Clean up any rough edges and place at your table setting for your guests to enjoy!

When placing the paper template on the gingerbread cookie dough, dust the template with flour to make sure that it doesn’t stick to the dough.

Hold the walls of the house in place for a few minutes to make sure they are straight before adding on the roof and the front of the house.

Don’t worry if you mess up any of the frosting decorations on your house. You can easily wipe them off with a damp paper towel and try again!

So cute! Your party guests are definitely going to be excited to see their names on these little guys.

What is your favorite gingerbread house decoration? Share with us @BritandCo.

23 Gorgeous DIY Place Cards for Your Fall Wedding

If you’re planning on tying the knot this autumn and are in need of some fall-spiration, you’re in luck! This season’s earthy and rustic-romantic elements make way for gorgeous wedding decor. Think: gold, glitz and colorful florals. To help you get there, we’ve rounded up some of the chicest fall-inspired place cards you can DIY on your very own. Whether you’re throwing a boho fall wedding or a minimalist affair, be sure to up your wedding table setting with one of these stylish DIY place cards.

1. Agate Slice Place Cards: An ideal accent for both modern and boho wedding styles, agate is a keeper when it comes to elevating one’s decor. Pair the brilliant stone place card with gold flatware for a truly striking aesthetic. For more agate details, check out our agate and geode wedding inspo roundup. (via Stephanie Messick Photography / Wedding Chicks)

2. Hand-Lettered Apple Place Cards: For maximum vibrancy, create your lettered place cards using Washington Red Delicious apples. Their true red hue will make the shimmering gold calligraphy really *pop.* (via Hey Bernadette)

3. DIY Neon Pine Cone Place Card Holders: Introduce a little modern into the mix with a pop of neon color. Dip the edges of your pine cone place card holders in hot pink paint to get this look. (via Camille Styles)

4. DIY Washi Tape Feather Place Cards: Give your table setting a bohemian feel with these washi tape feather place cards, made of two pieces of fringed-out washi tape and a straightened-out paper clip. There’s always the option to use actual feathers, but you’ve gotta admit the DIY version is always more fun. ;) (via A Fabulous Fete)

5. DIY Printable Leaf Place Cards: Autumn leaves for fall? Obvz. These patterned leaf place cards are especially perfect if your party decor can do with a little sprucing up. Take your decor the extra mile — print out a dozen extra to create a gorgeous fall garland. (via Intimate Weddings)

6. DIY Fall Pumpkin Place Card Holders: If in doubt, ombre it out! Dip dye your place cards for a classy chic look that never gets old. (via Oh Happy Day)

7. Pomegranate Place Card Holder: For another ruby red fruit that packs quite the visual punch, a pomegranate place card holder is the way to go. Its bold color makes it a suitable alternative to the traditional fall apple. (via Brooke Bakken Photography / Elizabeth Anne)

8. DIY Mini Cranberry Wreath Place Cards: No doubt your guests will comment on how adorable these mini cranberry wreaths are. Made of wire, cranberries and tree trimmings, these festive table accents will be perfect to bring back around for the holidays. (via Say Yes)

9. DIY Glittered Pumpkin Place Cards: You bet this li’l gourd is dressed to impress! Its glittered-out bottom makes this sparkly pumpkin place card an essential for a classy wedding table. (via Spray Paint and Chardonnay / Best Friends for Frosting)

10. Pumpkin Place Cards: Give your pumpkins a cool chrome finish by painting them with a metallic acrylic paint. Pro tip: Use white pumpkins to forgo the extra paint required to cover their orange base. (via Vicky Barone)

11. Chalkboard Log Slice Place Cards: Combine two rustic must-haves (chalkboard and wood slices) for your outdoor fall wedding. Pro tip: The thicker you cut the slice, the easier it will be to leave it standing on its own — unseasoned, natural wood can warp a little as they dry out. (via eHow)

12. DIY Gold-Dipped Pear Place Cards: Customize your color-blocked pears to match your wedding decor palette. If you’re digging the rustic-meets-minimalistic look, cover your pears in white paint first then dip them into a dark gold colored paint for the finishing touch. (via Almost Makes Perfect)

13. Hand-Lettered Pomegranate Place Cards: For another take on the pomegranate place card, trade out the card and instead write directly on the fruit. Since the lettering will be on the fruit’s inedible exterior, guests can even snack on their place cards if they choose. (via Melanie Gabrielle / Ruffled)

14. Fall Wedding Escort Cards There are plenty of falling leaves to go around this season, so why not turn them into delicate place cards? The best part is that they won’t cost you a thing to make. (via OnceWed)

15. Eucalyptus Branch: Eucalyptus goes a long way in amping up the romance of any given space. If you’re looking to turn up the romance at your wedding, use some eucalyptus branches as place cards and display others throughout the reception space in vases or as organic table runners. (via Alicia Lacey Photography / Wedding Sparrow)

16. Gilded Harvest Place Cards These gilded pumpkin place cards will make your fall-inspired wedding table shimmer and shine. Pair your pumpkin with other sparkly accents like plates with gilded edges. (via Cupcakes and Cashmere)

17. Gilded Pear Place Cards: Freshen up your table decor with fresh pears painted gold. If you’re looking for an extra glam finish, add a coat of gold glitter spray paint on top of the gold base. (via Rustic White Photography / Ashley Buzzy)

18. DIY Mini Bouquet Place Cards: Incorporate nature into your decor with these mini bouquet place cards. To make, tie sprigs of greenery and wildflowers together with black ribbon, then add a simple card with your guests’ names. (via A Fabulous Fete)

19. Feathers + Sprig Place Card: DIY this organic place card using feathers and a sprig of greenery. Mix and match different patterned feathers for a naturally stunning arrangement. (via Kara Rosenlund)

20. Rosemary Wreath Place Cards: Treat your guests to the delightful smell of rosemary with these festive wreath place cards. Considering how pleasant these fragrant table accents will be, chances are guests will definitely want to take these mini wreaths home for something to remember the wedding by. (via Spoon Fork Bacon)

21. Rosemary Sprig Place Cards: Though simple, these place cards featuring rosemary sprigs are still very chic. It’ll give your tables an understated classy look, so you can add as much gold or color elsewhere on your tablescapes. (via Spoon Fork Bacon)

22. Chalkboard Cloth Place Cards: For a minimalistic approach, cover your table with chalkboard cloth and write your guests’ names above each place setting. Complement the modern black and white combo with metallic gold accents. (via Kristi Murphy)

23. DIY 3D Paper Pumpkin Place Card: Garnish those plates with a simple DIY version of a seasonal staple. To make your 3D paper pumpkin place card, you’ll need a bone folder, paper and a hot glue gun. Though this sample is classy as is, you can always spruce things up using patterned paper. (via Martha Stewart)

Which of these DIY ideas did you love most? Follow us on Pinterest for more creative wedding ideas!

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Sorry 'Landman' Fans, [SPOILER] Didn't Make It Out Of The Finale Alive

Landman fans, how we feeling? The first season of Taylor Sheridan's new drama came to a close on January 12 with the season finale, "The Crumbs of Hope," and it provided viewers with plenty of to think about as tensions between the cartel and M-Tex Oil came to a head — and one character suffered a potentially-fatal medical emergency.

Here's everything you need to know about the Landman season finale, including THAT (potential) character death.

What happens in the last episode of Landman?

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The last episode of Landman opens after Monty's (Jon Hamm) ruptured aortic aneurysm in episode 9 lands him in the hospital for a heart transplant...if they can find a new heart in time. (I'm getting flashbacks to Dan's heart transplant catastrophe in One Tree Hill). But based on the fact Monty flatlines and Cami (Demi Moore) and their daughters cry over his bed, things aren't looking hopeful.

Meanwhile, Tommy (Billy Bob Thornton) takes over as M-Tex Oil president, and as he works on smoothing things over between the cartel and the oil company, he gets kidnapped by the cartel, who also blow up an oil tank and drive a nail into Tommy's leg for good measure. But just when it looks like Tommy might meet his end, cartel leader Galino (Andy Garcia) wipes out the other members and helps him escape.

Billy Bob and Andy have actually been friends for awhile, but this is the first time they've acted onscreen together! "Andy is such a great guy and great actor, and when we did those scenes at the end of the last episode, it felt so good, because we kind of had us two old veterans going head to head,” Billy Bob Thornton told Variety. “It was quite an experience, and I have to say every moment of it felt real. Tommy’s dealing with someone now who is really smart. The other guys were hired to work for him, but now Tommy’s talking to the man himself. There are advantages and disadvantages to that. Since he is so smart, who knows what Tommy is going to get tricked into?”

How did Landman end last night?

Landman season 1 ends with Tommy returning home with a proposition (er, more like a friendly demand) from Galino that the oil business and the cartel become allies. After all, the cartel's interested in taking part in the industry — and seeing what it has to offer.

“The cartel and the oil industry are kind of these odd neighbors living side by side in West Texas,” co-creator Christian Wallace tells Variety. “Now Andy’s character is thinking he is going to make a change and utilize that proximity in a way that could benefit him.”

Hopefully Paramount+ greenlights Landman season 2 so we can see just what happens between Galino and Tommy in the future...and if Monty makes it out of the hospital alive.

What did you think about the Landman finale? If you're a Taylor Sheridan fan who's still reeling from those final moments — and the Yellowstone finale — check out 17 TV Shows Yellowstone Fans Should Watch Next.

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12 Tablescape Ideas for the Prettiest Easter Brunch EVER

While the quiche should be cooked to perfection, Easter brunch isn’t just about the food. Besides, what is a holiday really without all those festive decorations and fun DIYs? That’s why we’re here to help you deck out your table for the most gorgeous Easter brunch ever. You can easily make your tablescape extra special with pastels, eggs, baskets and so much more. Check out these 12 snap-worthy table settings that will make the perfect colorful canvas for your brunch — and visit the B+C shop for all the Easter supplies and gifts you need!

1. Simple Centerpiece: Because you have so many blooms to choose from come Easter, make them the spotlight of your centerpiece. They’ll add just the right amount of color to your pastel-hued tablescape. (via Style Me Pretty)

2. Crystalware: Such a dainty holiday deserves the fancy china and your grandmother’s crystal. (via Style Me Pretty)

3. Grass Place Setting: Who would have thought that a simple thing like grass could create such a beautiful place card for Easter? (via Style Me Pretty)

4. Tree Centerpiece: Easter eggs may not grow on trees but that doesn’t mean you can’t hang them from one. (via HGTV)

5. Carrot Flatware: If you’ll have a kid’s table at your Easter brunch, include these carrot place settings for a fun touch. (via Our Best Bites)

6. Daffodil Centerpiece: Grow your early spring flowers in the center of your table and you’ll have a gorgeous centerpiece by Easter. (via Williams-Sonoma)

7. Berry Baskets: Whether they are ceramic or disposable, berry baskets make the perfect little Easter basket for each guest at your brunch. (via My Sweet Savannah)

8. Basket Place Settings: Now these are just about the cutest place card settings we’ve ever seen. Plus, your guests get to eat those robin’s egg blue chocolate eggs. (via The House That Lars Built)

9. Nest Placemat: Simple wreaths put under your dinner plates create the wonderful illusion of a bird’s nest. Bonus points if you have birds on your china. (via Elizabeth Anne Designs)

10. Menu: You know how much we love printables. And this printable menu would be the ultimate finishing touch for any Easter brunch. (via Sarah Hearts)

11. Bunny Cookies: Provide your guests with these festive cookies and they’ll have a hard time waiting to eat your delicious fare. (via Hostess with the Mostess)

12. Outdoor Table: If you have nice weather, why not take your party to the backyard? There is nothing like a little sunshine to make any party fabulous. (via 100 Layer Cake-let)

Do you have any Easter table setting ideas that we missed? Tell us about them below!

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'A Simple Favor 2' Director Has The Best Response To Rumors Blake Lively Delayed The Film

It Ends With Us has quickly become the most memorable movie of Blake Lively's career after rumors of drama between her and costar & director Justin Baldonimorphed into a full-on legal battle. And after the feud was uncovered, the internet has spiraled over what Blake Lively's relationships with her other costars are like — and whether what's happening behind the scenes of her movies are going to delay them. Well, A Simple Favor 2 director Paul Feig had the perfect response to rumors that another feud between Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick caused Amazon to shelve the movie.

Here's exactly what A Simple Favor 2 director Paul Feig had to say about Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively's relationship.

Paul Feig offers a very promising update on 'A Simple Favor 2'

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When a viral tweet claimed that Amazon had indefinitely delayed A Simple Favor 2 because of a feud between Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick, director Paul Feig stepped in to clear up the rumors.

"Despite glowing test screenings, Blake Lively’s refusal to promote—amid her messy legal battle with Justin Baldoni—and growing tensions with Anna Kendrick have derailed the sequel," X user Eric B tweeted on January 10. "Anna is furious. Paul Feig is disappointed. Hollywood is in shock. This isn’t just a movie—it’s an implosion."

"This is total BS. Sorry," Feig said in his retweet that same day. "The movie is finished and coming out soon. Don’t believe anything you read on social media these days."

And Anna Kendrick says reuniting with Blake Lively was "lovely."

Anna Kendrick also spilled on reuniting with Blake Lively, claiming that working together felt "a little bit like riding a bike."

"She lives on the East Coast, I live on the West Coast, so we don't get to see each other often," she told PEOPLE. "But it was lovely, and I think that those characters have such weird chemistry that it's so fun to just get the gang back together."

We don't know many details about the plot just yet but we do know it involves a destination wedding — and Blake Lively's Emily in a very fancy wedding dress. Stephanie and Emily "head to the beautiful island of Capri, Italy, for Emily’s extravagant wedding to a rich Italian businessman," according to the movie's synopsis (via People). "Along with the glamorous guests, expect murder and betrayal to RSVP for a wedding with more twists and turns than the road from the Marina Grande to the Capri town square."

Sign me up!

Check out The Best Blake Lively Movies to get ready for A Simple Favor 2.

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Here's What Hit '90s Show You Should Rewatch Based On Your Zodiac Sign

Are you anxiously waiting for new TV shows to debut this year? Me too, particularly Meghan Markle's series With Love, Megan (January 15). But, we at Brit + Co have the perfect buffer that'll hold you over — revisiting the '90s.

Instead of trying to cram the likes of Dawson's Creek or Sex and the City into one weekend, we have the best show you should watch based on your zodiac! We've already made cozy plans to curl up with a cute blanket from T.J. Maxx so we can watch endless reruns of the shows associated with our signs, and we hope you join us!

Scroll to find the '90s show that perfectly matches your zodiac sign!

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Aries (March 21 - April 19): Buffy the Vampire Slayer

Bold, fearless, and always ready for a fight, Aries will love Buffy's courageous spirit and kick-ass attitude. She's got all the makings of a fire sign who means business.

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Taurus (April 20 - May 20): Friends

Taureans appreciate stability and comfort. Friends offers warm, familiar characters and a cozy, sitcom vibe. If you really want to tap into this vibe, call your besties and have an impromptu watch party!

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Gemini (May 21 - June 20): Felicity

Curious and ever-changing, Geminis will relate to Felicity's journey of self-discovery and her endless quest for knowledge. There's also the inevitable complicated relationship Felicity has with Ben and Noel that's hard to resist.

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Cancer (June 21 - July 22): Moesha

Cancerians are nurturing and empathetic. They'll connect with Moesha's family-oriented values and emotional depth. Though she didn't get everything right, Moesha always tried to remedy things whenever they went wrong — just like a true Cancer.

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Leo (July 23 - August 22): Beverly Hills, 90210

Leos love the spotlight and drama. 90210 delivers glamorous characters, high-stakes situations, and plenty of over-the-top moments.

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Virgo (August 23 - September 22): The X-Files

Virgos are analytical and detail-oriented. The X-Files offers a perfect blend of mystery, science, and a touch of the paranormal. What's not to love?

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Libra (September 23 - October 22): Sex and the City

Libras appreciate beauty, balance, and social connections. Sex and the City explores love, friendship, and fashion in a stylish and sophisticated way.

P.S. We won't be shocked if some of you discover you're more of a 'Charlotte' than a 'Carrie.'

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Scorpio (October 23 - November 21): Charmed

Intense and passionate, Scorpios will be drawn to the supernatural world of the Charmed Ones, filled with dark magic and powerful sisterhood.

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Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21): Fresh Prince of Bel-Air

Adventurous and optimistic, Sagittarians will enjoy the Fresh Prince's witty humor, vibrant personality, and knack for getting into trouble.

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Capricorn (December 22 - January 19): Dawson’s Creek

Ambitious and disciplined, Capricorns will appreciate Dawson's intellectual pursuits and the show's exploration of complex relationships and coming-of-age themes.

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Aquarius (January 20 - February 18): Daria

Quirky and independent, Aquarians will identify with Daria's unique perspective and her ability to see through societal norms. It's also not surprising that Daria has what some call a 'black cat' personality because Aquarians can have a dry sense of humor that's borderline sarcastic.

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Pisces (February 19 - March 20): Sabrina, the Teenage Witch

Dreamy and imaginative, Pisces will love Sabrina's magical adventures and her ability to navigate the challenges of adolescence with a touch of magic.

Revisit your weekly horoscope to see if our predictions for your zodiac came true this week!

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