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This Hogwarts Is Made Entirely Out Of Gingerbread

Rachel Moss— The Huffington Post UK

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If you're a Harry Potter fan with a sweet tooth, you're about to be very, very impressed.

A skilled baker has made Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry entirely out of gingerbread.

The baker, known only as @louisesiuol, posted photos of her creation to both Imgur and Reddit last week.

"The roofs are dyed green. It took a lot of trial and error. Getting the right dough was key and baking it a little lower and slower so it wouldn't melt off the mold," she said.

"It took about a week [to make], and then a week to clean up the kitchen."

We think JK Rowling would approve.

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Why Baking Is Amazing For You

Taking It Slow(01 of07)

Baking demands exact measurements and ingredients, and rushing through it will only result in a less delicious product. Doing things at a slower pace can help you feel calmer — especially during this time of year when you feel like you're constantly rushing. (credit:Tetra Images via Getty Images)

Using Your Hands(02 of07)

So many of us are tied to screens for our jobs and leisure time that we forget how satisfying it can be to use our hands. According to psychologists Carrie and Alton Barron, half of our brain's cortex is mapped to the hands, so it's just as important to use them to create things to keep our brains healthy. (credit:PeopleImages.com via Getty Images)

Teamwork(03 of07)

While it's lovely to have some quiet time to bake, if you have a friend or family member who wants to take part in the activity, all the better. Working with someone to achieve a goal — even something as small as a tin of muffins — can boost your mood instantly. (credit:SSC via Getty Images)

Take In The Smells(04 of07)

You've heard of aromatherapy, but have you ever thought about it as applied to the smell of baked goods? Whether it's because freshly a baked cake reminds you of happy childhood memories or the scent of vanilla is a throwback to your junior high perfume, these kinds of scents tend to boost positivity. Plus, according to Calm Clinic, if you start associating smells with relaxing, you can call them up anytime in the future to help you breathe a little easier. (credit:Jose Luis Pelaez Inc via Getty Images)

Make It A Habit(05 of07)

Having a routine is something that is cited as a key tool to success for many CEOs, so why wouldn't that be the case for mental health too? Get into a regular baking (or cooking) routine can give a sense of discipline to your week. (credit:mizar_21984 via Getty Images)

Using Your Creativity(06 of07)

Following a recipe is fantastic, but one of the best parts of baking comes with the decorating portion of the project where your creativity comes into play. The opportunity to express yourself (yes, even if it's just with icing) can improve your mood, as well as your ability to communicate. (credit:Sharon Vos-Arnold via Getty Images)

Giving To Others(07 of07)

It's something you hear a lot this time of year, but you should keep it in mind for all 12 months: giving to others will make you feel even better than receiving, making you feel more confident and like you belong, according to Mental Health Foundation. And really, who keeps all their baked goods for themselves? (credit:DragonImages via Getty Images)

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