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Giveaway: Ariel Powder party pack

Posted on July 6, 2012July 17, 2012 by jenny

As a very busy mum I’m sure I’m not alone in having an overflowing washing basket. A husband with a messy hobby, a toddler addicted to his paints and the garden and baby discovering food do not make for clothes which stay clean for long. Thank goodness for Ariel Powder which has been awarded Best…

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Giveaway: Fisher Price Cars 2 Spiral Speedway

Posted on July 2, 2012October 17, 2019 by jenny

I can’t be the only parent in the world who loves buying toys for their children. I don’t think you ever really grow bored of toys and children are a great excuse for forgetting the washing up and having some fun! In fact, I’m happy to admit my house is a mess because I’d rather…

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Giveaway: Beatrix Potter gift set

Posted on June 23, 2012August 13, 2014 by jenny

I’m really pleased to bring you a lovely giveaway from The Works, Britain’s leading discount book store, so if you love reading with your little ones, read on for a great giveaway. As a child I loved hearing my parents read these classic Beatrix Potter stories and I now enjoy reading them with my children….

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Beauty Recommended app and giveaway

Posted on June 18, 2012August 27, 2020 by jenny

The other week was quite a busy one. As well as our exciting trip to the West End I was also invited to a bespoke curated tour at the National Portrait Gallery. Beauty Recommended, an online magazine brought to you by P&G, is going mobile this summer with the launch of its first beauty mobile…

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Giveaway: Taste Adventures from Plum

Posted on June 8, 2012 by jenny

Plum have recently launched a range of brand-new Taste Adventures recipes for babies from 10 months old. These recipes are the real thing – foods from around the world, adapted to suit your baby’s stage of weaning without sacrificing any of the distinctive flavours that make them so delicious! Plum’s Taste Adventures Stage 3 range…

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Win a pair of Skeanies’ shoes for children

Posted on May 31, 2012October 25, 2024 by jenny

My daughter has recently been trying out her first pair of shoes. Starting out in Australia, the SKEANIE brand – loved by little feet around the world – has come to Europe. Its eco-approach only uses off cuts of leather to create stylish shoes that nurture and protect children’s feet. If this sounds like your kind of…

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Giveaway: win a Chisel & Mouse model for Father’s Day

Posted on May 24, 2012October 23, 2014 by jenny

Are you looking for the perfect gift for Father’s Day? I have a wonderful giveaway which the winner will receive in time for Father’s Day. Sussex based model-makers, Chisel & Mouse, handcraft iconic buildings in miniature. By blending state-of-the-art techniques with traditional model making skills they have created an inspired collection of high-quality models which are…

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Giveaway: Chocoholic Mum giftbag from Cocoon Collection

Posted on May 15, 2012December 14, 2020 by jenny

I have a lovely giveaway for any mums in need of a treat from Cocoon Collection.  Cocoon Collection provides a great range of present ideas, giving a very special gift solution for all occasions and recipients of all ages. The gift bags, boxes, sets and tins aim to provide a wow factor throughout the whole…

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Giveaway: win a £25 zulily voucher

Posted on May 8, 2012September 14, 2022 by jenny

A couple of weeks ago we were invited to hear more about zulily over afternoon tea at the fantastic Home House in the West End. Whilst the children were happily playing I got to browse some of the collections and learn more about it. zulily.co.uk is a new online store featuring daily discounts on well…

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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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