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Love Hearts turns 60!

Posted on January 25, 2014July 30, 2017 by jenny

Originally made in 1954 as a novelty gift in Christmas crackers, the Love Heart sweets were so popular that they soon went into full production. This year Love Hearts, the iconic sweet brand, is celebrating its landmark 60 year anniversary. To kick off the celebrations, Love Hearts are giving fans of the brand the opportunity…

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{Giveaway} My First Cookbook by Susan Akass

Posted on January 24, 2014July 27, 2014 by jenny

Next month sees the publication of My First Cookbook by Susan Akass. Perfect for those 7 and over, My First Cookbook  features 35 fun and easy recipes for children. Budding chefs can cook their way through 35 fantastic recipes that will teach them all about cooking, from how to make sandwiches and party snacks, to…

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Win a copy of Thomas & Friends Amazing ABC

Posted on January 16, 2014February 5, 2014 by jenny

I have a lovely giveaway at share with you today, a beautiful interactive copy of Thomas & Friends Amazing ABC. Thomas & Friends Amazing ABC is large hardback book, featuring 24 pages of fun, and published by Egmont priced £12.99. Join Thomas and friends on an ABC journey around the Island of Sodor! Children will…

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{Giveaway} Thank You for Being My Friend storybook and toy

Posted on December 17, 2013July 27, 2014 by jenny

I have a wonderful giveaway to share with you today – a lovely storybook and soft toy. This story tells the tale of two toys and how one of the toys (Cleo the horse) is afraid of the dark and thinks that there are monsters in the bedroom. The other toy (Daphne the duck) shows…

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Win a Swizzels Matlow Sweet Treats Tub

Posted on December 3, 2013July 27, 2014 by jenny

You may remember a couple of weeks ago I reviewed a range of sweet for Halloween from Swizzels Matlow. Well, brand new for Christmas 2013 is the Sweet Treats Tub also from Swizzels Matlow. Available from Asda it brings together their most popular sweets and lollies, which are loved by all ages. We were sent…

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Win one of 3 copies of Disney’s ‘Frozen’ soundtrack

Posted on November 30, 2013July 27, 2014 by jenny

Walt Disney Animation Studios, the studio behind “Tangled” and “Wreck-It Ralph,” presents “Frozen,” a stunning big-screen comedy adventure. Fearless optimist Anna (voice of Kristen Bell) sets off on an epic journey—teaming up with rugged mountain man Kristoff (voice of Jonathan Groff) and his loyal reindeer Sven—to find her sister Elsa (voice of Idina Menzel), whose icy powers have…

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Win Tickety Toc products for your little Chime Timer!

Posted on November 26, 2013May 17, 2014 by jenny

Inside an old clock shop is a wall full of clocks. And right in the middle is one very special clock. This is the Tickety Toc Clock! My two pre-schoolers adore the adventures of twins Tommy and Tallulah. Did you know there will be a special Christmas episode of Tickety Toc which will premiere this…

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Win an annual pass to the Eden Project!

Posted on November 22, 2013June 28, 2024 by jenny

I was recently asked if I would like to try Baobab, it’s the latest super-fruit that is grown in South Africa and is harvested and turned into a nutrient rich powder by the Eden Project in Cornwall. They sell it as a smoothie in their Rainforest Biome, and it is now available to buy in…

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Win My First Christmas Hug Me Bear from Natures Purest

Posted on November 13, 2013February 19, 2018 by jenny

I’ve written about Natures Purest before, they sell a range of lovely gifts which would make super-soft presents for special babies this Christmas and they’re all made from 100% organic cotton. The ‘My First Christmas’ includes a range of plush toys in adorable Christmas outfits, together with a choice of comforter, bootees, a teether, dribble…

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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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