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Author: jenny

How to make a potato clock

How to make a potato clock {A-Z Play at Home}

Posted on August 4, 2017August 4, 2017 by jenny

Something a little different from us today. For the past few weeks we’ve been taking part in the weekly A-Z Play at Home blog hop. Each week we are inspired by a different letter of the alphabet – today is the letter N. It took us a while to think of anything starting with this…

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Icing biscuits at The Biscuiteers

Biscuiteers Icing Workshop

Posted on August 3, 2017 by jenny

Last year I joined in with a very colourful Photo Walk as part of the Blogtacular conference around Kensington. Despite being a Londoner it’s not a part of London that I know very well. It was lovely to explore some of the quieter streets, it was all very Instagrammable! On the walk we went past…

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The Oonies Inflator Starter Pack

Mini balloon creations with The Oonies Inflator Starter Pack

Posted on August 2, 2017February 22, 2023 by jenny

We’ve been doing plenty of reading and writing practice during the holidays but sometimes it’s nice to work on other skills too. That’s just what we’ve been doing with the Oonies Inflator Starter Pack from Character Option. Ooonies are inflatable mini balloons that join together to create a whole world of miniature characters. As well…

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Win a copy of the children's classic Dogger by Shirley Hughes

Win a copy of the children’s classic Dogger by Shirley Hughes

Posted on August 2, 2017August 2, 2017 by jenny

Last month the author Shirley Hughes turned 90 and happily shared her birthday month with one of her most treasured creations – public favourite, and retail bestseller, Dogger which celebrates it’s 40th anniversary. Dogger is a favourite picture book in our house. In case you haven’t read it, it features a boy and his stuffed…

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Fun at The Grossery Gang Movie London premiere

Fun at The Grossery Gang Movie London premiere

Posted on August 1, 2017 by jenny

My 7 year old just loves The Grossery Gang. They can be found in Cheap Town, a once bustling urban metropolis BUT ever since the mega motorway to Sales City was built there hasn’t been a single customer in this now run down town! Don’t feel bad though, SOMETHING has been left behind…take a peek inside…

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I've joined the Netflix Stream Team

I’ve joined the Netflix Stream Team

Posted on August 1, 2017November 19, 2025 by jenny

I work with some lovely brands and I couldn’t wait to share the news that I’m now a member of the Netflix Stream Team. This is a select group of bloggers who have access to the latest Netflix news and content! I love to share new toys, books and films with you all so I’m really excited…

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Aquabeads 3D Cruz Ramirez Set

Aquabeads 3D Cruz Ramirez Set from Disney Cars3

Posted on July 31, 2017 by jenny

If you’re looking for a craft activity to keep the children busy over the summer holidays then look no further than Aquabeads. My children love Aquabeads, and I love Aquabeads because it’s something they can do all on their own. My 7 year old loves the Disney franchise Cars. We went to see the latest…

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Monday happy things {week 148}

Posted on July 31, 2017 by jenny

The first week of the summer holidays is over and we managed to pack in a pretty full week. My children spent 4 days at SuperCamp and had a brilliant time, making new friends, trying new sports and crafts. They had longer days than the school day but loved it although I didn’t really know…

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Paper Monsters by Oscar Sabini

Paper Monsters by Oscar Sabini

Posted on July 30, 2017August 11, 2019 by jenny

I’m embarrassed to admit I can’t remember the last time, if there was one, that we made a collage. Although we craft with tissue paper and all sorts of materials, there are still some crafts we need to try. Today we popped our collage cherry, thanks to Paper Monsters by Oscar Sabini! Paper Monsters by…

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Welcome to the gingerbread house blog. I’m Jenny, London mum of two teens. Craft and family lifestyle blogger, occasional baker of gingerbread. Find out more about us, our latest crafts, and be inspired by our days out. Contact me jenny@the-gingerbread-house.co.uk

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