The Christmas season is upon us, and what better way to add a touch of magic to your table than with a DIY Gingerbread Village Centerpiece with candles? This charming and easy-to-create centerpiece combines the warmth of candles with the charm of paper gingerbread houses, all crafted from simple materials.
I love gingerbread houses and decorating with them for Christmas. I'm always looking for cool gingerbread house ideas, especially ones that are easy to do. This DIY Gingerbread village centerpiece definitely fits the bill.
You'll love this family-friendly DIY if you love Pottery Barn’s gingerbread houses and their delightful gingerbread-themed accessories full of intricate details.
DIY Gingerbread Village Centerpiece
Gather your paper, fresh greenery, and candles, and get ready for your coziest Christmas yet with this delightful decor project.
Supplies You'll Need:
- Printable Gingerbread House Template
- A frame or tray for your display
- Scissors or X-Acto knife
- Cutting mat if using an X-Acto knife
- Fine faux snow
- Glue stick
- Greenery
- Battery-powered candles
- Fairy lights
- Basket wrap cellophane
- Double-sided tape
Craft Your DIY Gingerbread Village Centerpiece
Now that you have your supplies, it's time to assemble your gingerbread village with these easy instructions.
Step 1: Prepare Your Gingerbread Village
Start by printing your templates and cutting out your gingerbread village houses, trees, and stars. I love how each house has unique gingerbread designs with dots and swirls aplenty.
For precise cuts, I like to use an X-Acto knife for the windows, but scissors work just fine for the rest.
You can choose to decorate each piece or leave them in their charming, simple form.
Step 2: Add Window Details
Cut small pieces of basket wrap and tape them behind the windows of each Christmas village house to create a cozy, glowing effect.
I use a gold basket wrap, which is the perfect color for creating a warm glow.
Step 3: Create a Snowy Scene
To give your village a wintery feel, apply glue to the areas where you want snow and press the faux snow onto the glue.
If you want to add a little more sparkle, try glitter snow. This adds a lovely, festive touch to your gingerbread scene.
Step 4: Assemble the Village
Lay your frame flat, and use hot glue or double-sided tape to attach each Christmas house and the trees to the frame's edges. Experiment with different sizes and overlaps to add visual interest.
I used double-sided tape to easily disassemble the village for a clean slate after the holidays. I can easily create a new gingerbread village centerpiece next year or maybe even make read home baked gingerbread houses for the centerpiece.
Step 5: Add Greenery and Candles
Once your village is assembled, place candles and greenery inside the frame. I am using battery powered candles from 612 Vermont. I love these candles because they come with a base and look so realistic.
The best Christmas greenery for this project is small branches of cypress. It creates a natural, warm atmosphere around the candles. I used cuttings from a cypress tree.
Step 6: Illuminate with Fairy Lights
For that extra bit of sparkle, the final touch is to drape fairy lights atop the greenery and around the candles.
I love how they sparkle through the windows of the gingerbread mini houses.
Guess what? Your festive delight is complete.
Final Thoughts on the DIY Gingerbread Village Centerpiece
These gingerbread village centerpiece was so fun and easy to make. The whole family can play a part in creating it which makes it even more special. Just imagine sitting down for Christmas dinner with the magical glow of this centerpiece on your table.
With just a few simple steps, your gingerbread house centerpiece is ready to light up your holiday celebrations. This whimsical holiday village is a perfect blend of creativity and tradition, sure to enchant your family and impress your guests.
These are the best DIY Christmas gingerbread houses for a unique and stunning centerpiece. Enjoy the warm glow and festive charm of your handmade centerpiece as you celebrate the season with loved ones.
Will you be making a DIY gingerbread village centerpiece? I'd love to hear how it goes in the comments! Be sure to share your creative gingerbread house ideas, too.
More Christmas DIY Inspiration
Looking for more Christmas DIY Inspiration? Check out these posts:
- DIY Gingerbread Wreath Hanger: Easy Pottery Barn Dupe
- Stunning DIY Christmas Tree Bow Topper from Fabric
- How to Make DIY Air-Dry Clay Ornaments
- Charming Christmas Candle Hoop Wreath: A Step-by-Step Guide
Happy Decorating!
