National Gingerbread Competition

I recently was invited by my friend and neighbor, Grier Rubeling, to attend the National Gingerbread Competition in Asheville NC.  Grier has entered in the past and placed 2nd overall last year in the adult category.  Her submission piece last year consisted of 12 nutcrackers and a reindeer!

This year she entered a fire breathing dragon defending her eggs against a Santa knight and his elves.

The 3 days we were there were filled amazing people, immense talent, and was chocked full of Christmas spirit staged by the Omni Grove Park Inn.  Below are some of the top 10 finalists and some of my favorite pieces.