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Author: jenny

how to create dipped paper feathers

Dipped paper feathers

Posted on March 4, 2016September 30, 2023 by jenny

Every Friday I write a project for the Sizzix blog. Today I’m sharing a snippet of my 3rd project for them – how to create dipped paper feathers and create a fun wall hanging. It seems a long time since I last played around with dipped feathers, looking back through my blog it was last…

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Where I treat myself (again) with the March Treat Box

Posted on March 3, 2016February 15, 2017 by jenny

Instagram has become my favourite place to hang out these days. There is so much inspiration and I love discovering new people and brands to follow. Unfortunately it’s also bad for my bank balance! I use hashtags to find the kinds of things I like and keep finding new subscription boxes I like the look…

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Mr McGregor’s chocolate patch cake

Posted on March 2, 2016March 2, 2016 by jenny

Did you know that this year we are celebrating 150 Years of Beatrix Potter? She is most famous for the Peter Rabbit stories which she wrote and illustrated, but was also a successful businesswoman, botanist, conservationist and farmer. Later this month we will be taking part in a blog tour to help celebrate 150 years…

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Win a £100 VISA Gift Card with DC Super Hero Girls

Posted on March 2, 2016October 12, 2024 by jenny

If your kids are looking for action-packed girl power, look no further than DC Super Hero Girls. DC Entertainment’s latest animated series features a dynamic group of Super Hero’s on their journey of discovering the power of their unique abilities and friendships. Including Wonder Woman, Harley Quinn, Batgirl, Bumblebee, Katana, Supergirl and Poison Ivy, you…

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Easter crafting with Springboard Supplies

Posted on March 1, 2016January 14, 2021 by jenny

The weather is dreadful today but hopefully I am going to cheer you up with a pop of Spring colours. We were recently sent a bundle of craft supplies from Springboard Supplies, who are the leading UK supplier of art and craft supplies, class activity packs, collage essentials and classroom display products for everybody to…

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Start the day the healthy way with Alphabites

Posted on March 1, 2016May 21, 2023 by jenny

I was brought up to believe that breakfast was the most important part of the day which is why, every morning around 8am, you will find us sitting around the table enjoying breakfast together. I have two hungry children so they need something filling which will see them through ’til lunchtime. My children get bored…

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Monday Happy Things – Week 75

Posted on February 29, 2016 by jenny

Happy Monday everyone. We had a lovely quiet weekend at home for once so I am feeling rested to face the week ahead. This post is my chance to reflect on the week gone by as the days race past. I get to work with some amazing brands and was so excited to receive an…

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Kuxxin subscription box

Posted on February 28, 2016July 23, 2017 by jenny

2016 is my year of putting myself first. I think it’s easy as a parent to spend so much time worrying about your family that you forget you matter too. Don’t worry, I’m not neglecting my children, just spending a little less time catching up on Facebook and investing more time in me and the…

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Win a bundle of Clangers toys

Posted on February 28, 2016February 26, 2025 by jenny

I can’t believe February is nearly over and this time next week I’ll be sitting in a nice pub being treated to a delicious pub lunch. Yes, we’ll soon be celebrating Mother’s Day here in the UK and I have a wonderful competition to share with you today, thanks to the Clangers. My children love…

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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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