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Author: jenny

Cool Create 2-in-1 Sticker Magic review

Posted on February 11, 2016April 29, 2017 by jenny

It’s been a while since we shared any toy reviews with you but I have a really fun toy to tell you about today. Regular readers will know I have two crafty kids so I knew they would enjoy the 2-in-1 Sticker Magic from Flair’s Cool Create range.  These are designed for both girls and…

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Duck Tape plant pot

5 minute Duck Tape plant container

Posted on February 10, 2016January 9, 2020 by jenny

I have the sweetest little DIY to share with you today. I love to keep an eye on the latest trends and couldn’t resist popping a couple of rolls of Duck Tape into my basket at the weekend. I love Duck Tape and they are always bringing out seasonal colours and patterns which I can’t…

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DIY Han Solo Carbonite soap craft

DIY Star Wars Han Solo Frozen in Carbonite Soap

Posted on February 9, 2016April 23, 2019 by jenny

We’ve been having a lot of fun with Star Wars crafts recently. Like many children, The Force Awakens really seems to have struck a chord with my two and now they are Star Wars obsessed. My son recently bought the Lego Carbon-Freezing Chamber set I thought I would turn this to my advantage with an…

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Sockflow subscription box

Posted on February 8, 2016April 24, 2018 by jenny

I do love receiving fun mail which is why I love trying out and featuring subscription boxes on my little blog. The latest one we’ve tried out is the Sockflow.com subscription box which is a monthly sock subscription or sock of the month club, where they pick great quality, coloruful, stylish socks for you. A…

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Monday happy things – Week 72

Posted on February 8, 2016 by jenny

For once I am happy it’s Monday because now we can countdown to half term. Although this term is going quickly I can’t wait for a week off from the school run and after school clubs. My children need a break from school too and the chance to relax and be themselves again. So far…

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Jenny Makes Mollie Makes Papercut Book

Posted on February 7, 2016December 8, 2017 by jenny

Every month I challenge myself to make the Mollie Makes magazine cover gift. I’ve subscribed since it first came out and have a drawer full of unopened kits – but no more. I’ve been making more time for crafting and I love to try something new with each of the cover gifts. Mollie Makes Papercut…

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How to make a heart keepsake with Fimo

Posted on February 6, 2016July 8, 2016 by jenny

This year we are working with Staedtler again and were sent one of the many FIMO Accessories to try out and tell you about. My 5 year old loves crafting with Fimo but sometimes he needs a little help with his creations, which is where Fimo Accessories come in. How to make a heart keepsake…

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Make your own Clanger inspired gingerbread biscuits

Gingerbread Clanger biscuits

Posted on February 5, 2016November 9, 2020 by jenny

Did you have a favourite tv programme when you were a child? I loved the Clangers and Rentaghost and I’m glad the Clangers are still around for my children to enjoy. My  5 year old loves Tiny, Small and Major and somehow an episode of the Clangers has made it into his bedtime routine. Make…

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Playmobil Eggs for Easter

Posted on February 5, 2016July 8, 2016 by jenny

We’ve been Playmobil Playologists for the last few years and my children absolutely love receiving Playmobil eggs for Easter. They receive plenty of chocolate eggs from friends and family so these plastic eggs and toys are a great alternative. This year they were sent two of the Playmobil Eggs. There are 4 different toys available,…

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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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