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Win 2 x The Seaview Hotel cosy crime books

Win The Seaview Hotel cosy crime books

Posted on July 24, 2022July 24, 2022 by jenny

I love a crime novel and am delighted to be introduced to The Seaview Hotel cosy crime novels by Glenda Young. Murder at the Seaview Hotel was published last year and the second book will be published next month, Curtain Call at the Seaview Hotel. A third book in the series will be published next…

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Fun Painting Projects For Kids

Fun Painting Projects For Kids {giveaway}

Posted on June 29, 2022June 29, 2022 by jenny

We recently received a copy of Fun Painting Projects For Kids: 60 Activities to Unleash Your Inner Artist by Louise McCullen, author of Messy Little Monster blog. I knew this would be really popular with my crafty readers and I’m delighted to have a copy to giveaway today. Fun Painting Projects For Kids Learn important…

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The Secret Life of Birds {giveaway}

The Secret Life of Birds {giveaway}

Posted on June 11, 2022June 15, 2022 by jenny

We love this time of year. The garden is full of birds and wildlife and the children love being outside. We love to share books about nature and were recently introduced to The Secret Life of Birds by Moira Butterfield, a gorgeous illustrated book for children. The Secret Life of Birds by Moira Butterfield Did…

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Win a puzzle from Jigsaw Avenue

Win a puzzle from Jigsaw Avenue

Posted on May 22, 2022November 6, 2022 by jenny

The other day I told you all about Jigsaw Avenue,  who create unique poster-like designs inspired from contemporary art. We find puzzles are a great family activity and something we enjoy doing together. We had fun with the Paris jigsaw from their Cities range, a 1000 piece puzzle, featuring a cool collage style. These puzzles…

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Win a copy of Smile Out Loud: 25 happy poems

Win a copy of Smile Out Loud: 25 happy poems

Posted on April 28, 2022 by jenny

From the fantastic duo behind poems aloud comes another compendium of poetry to read out loud and make you smile. Tackle tongue twisters, confound your classmates with riddles, make your friends laugh and transform into a ball of slime as you bring to life 25 poems from award-winning poet Joseph Coelho! Some are odes, some…

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Britannica Magazine review and giveaway

AD\Britannica Magazine review and giveaway

Posted on April 14, 2022December 31, 2023 by jenny

My curious kids were recently sent a copy of the new magazine from Britannica. Do you remember the Britannica Encyclopedia from your childhood? First published over 250 years ago it was a staple in every classroom and library and a great source of information still available at brittanica.com. Britannica have recently launched a magazine for…

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selection of craft books by Pen and Sword

Win craft books from Pen and Sword Books

Posted on March 27, 2022March 27, 2022 by jenny

I don’t know about you but I love craft books. They are packed full of inspiration and I just love discovering new artists, new crafts and inspiration for my latest make. Pen and Sword Books, and their lifestyle imprint White Owl, kindly sent me a selection of craft books to enjoy. Let me tell you…

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10 Step Drawing: Dogs {book review}

Win a copy of 10 Step Drawing: Dogs

Posted on March 5, 2022March 5, 2022 by jenny

I’ve teamed up with SearchPress with a fantastic giveaway for my readers. You can win a copy of 10 Step Drawing: Dogs – Draw over 50 delightful dogs in 10 easy steps by Justine Lecouffe which we recently reviewed here. 10 Step Drawing: Dogs will help you turn simple shapes into beautiful dog drawings in just…

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Solve Your Own Mystery: The Time Thief

{Giveaway} Solve Your Own Mystery: The Time Thief

Posted on February 24, 2022 by jenny

We are a family who love to read and I am excited to bring you a fantastic book giveaway today. I’ve teamed up with Little Tiger Press who recently published Solve Your Own Mystery: The Time Thief by Gareth P. Jones, illustrated by Louise Forshaw. Solve Your Own Mystery: The Time Thief One puzzling mystery….

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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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