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How long do you bake it and at what temp?Thanks!

Yes, there is no baking.  But, I don't know that I'd use this for a large house (walls/roof).  I'd maybe use this clay for decorating items for the house.  I don't think it has the structural integrity for building or support.

OK.  So, no baking.  Just make the clay, roll out, cut piece, let dry.  Correct?

This video by Jessica S provides ideas on decorating a Gingerbread Castle.  Enjoy.https://youtu.be/VG2BFrRw5_A

This website provides instructions on how to make round towers from gingerbread for Hogwarts castle.https://www.notquitenigella.com/2012/10/25/hogwarts-cake/

This website provides instructions on how to make a round castle tower from gingerbread for Rapunzel's castle.https://family.disney.com/recipe/rapunzels-gingerbread-tower/

This video by kvalifood provides instructions on how to make your own homemade Marzipan.  Looks fairly easy!https://youtu.be/r2g-wW2jPQkIf you want to make Danish pastries and desserts, there is simply no way around marzipan. I have many danes living away from the country asking for a marzipan recipe. Because you can not buy it in most places in the world. I have not been happy with the recipes I could find in the literature or online, so here is the one I have made. It took only 1½ weeks of experimentation and reading up to get it right:-S I also contacted one of the major danish marzipan manufacturers (Odense) that kindly shared some secret.Recipe: http://www.kvalifood.com/page/homemade-marzipan/uuid/079857bf-4f7c-11e6-b574-1622d8788920

"Gingerbread" Clay Recipe2 cups Baking Soda1 cup Corn Starch1 1/2 cups Cold WaterCinnamon, ginger, and clove spices to color and scent (use more cinnamon than the other spices)Optional: brown liquid watercolors or food coloring for a richer colorMix all ingredients in a pot and stir over medium-high heat. Continue to stir frequently until the ingredients reach a clay-like consistency. It does not take long for the clay to fully form. You will know it is done when it has reached a consistency similar to mashed potatoes. Transfer the clay to a heat safe bowl and cover with a moist towel until cool enough to knead. Knead the clay with your hands and add more spice if desired. If you do not use food coloring you will want a lot more spice to deeply color the clay. The ratio of each spice you use will depend on your own preference, but you should use a lot more cinnamon (for color) than ginger or clove. Allspice gives a great scent.Depending on thickness, your creations will take at least 24 hours to dry completely. For larger creations (sculptural pieces), consider using Styrofoam shapes as a base under your clay.

This video by Scoff provides instructions on how to form Marzipan animals.https://youtu.be/GW3gaFUbR_8

This video by Christine Jeffery provides instructions on how to make Modeling Chocolate Fondant.https://youtu.be/Fl2Y-P9W_AQThrough trial and (lots of) error, this is the technique I use to make a modeling chocolate fondant. Supplies needed:*Mat to work on (Anti-slip mat for underneath, optional)*1.5kg pre-kneaded fondant (~3 lbs)*1 x 12oz packet of Wilton's candy melts*1/4 to 1/3 C of Light Caro Syrup*Hot or Boiling water*Glass measuring cup*Glass bowl*Silicone spatula/scraper