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Anti-Bacterial Slime Pots from Canal Toys

Anti-Bacterial Slime Pots from Canal Toys

Posted on April 8, 2021April 8, 2021 by jenny

My children have been counting down the days until our local toy shop re-opens. Our local toy shop is amazing and we have all missed popping in for a browse of the latest toys and games. My youngest loves slime so was excited to receive the new Anti-Bacterial Slime pots from Canal Toys to try…

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Oxhey Activity Park

Exploring Oxhey Activity Park

Posted on April 7, 2021April 7, 2021 by jenny

Our local area has some amazing places which we have been lucky to explore over the past year. We have the best of both worlds, being on the outskirts of London with easy access to central London as well as the surrounding countryside. I’ve shared some of our outdoor escapes and today I wanted to…

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Exploring Hillingdon Court Park with kids

Exploring Hillingdon Court Park with kids

Posted on April 3, 2021April 3, 2021 by jenny

On our attempt to explore more of our local area we have been able to visit Hillingdon Court Park on numerous occasions. Hillingdon Court Park is a lovely open space within the London Borough of Hillingdon, another park carved out from an old estate, like Eastcote House Gardens. Exploring Hillingdon Court Park Hillingdon Court Park…

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Easter egg chocolate tiffin

Easter egg chocolate tiffin (with mini eggs!)

Posted on March 31, 2021 by jenny

The clocks springing forward have given us a much needed boost. The days are so much longer and we love having more daylight to do things after school. Easter egg chocolate tiffin ingredients: Cadbury mini eggs 50g cashew nuts 200g dark chocolate 200g milk chocolate 100g unsalted butter 50g golden syrup 150g Rich Tea biscuits…

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Craze Sensations: Four Pack Compound Kit

Craze Sensations: Four Pack Compound Kit (review)

Posted on March 21, 2021March 22, 2021 by jenny

My youngest absolutely loves her slime and putty collection. She finds them really calming and fun to play with and I always suggest she gets one out if she needs something to help her calm down. We were excited to receive the new collectable ASMR range from Craze Sensations to try at home. This is…

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5 favourite gifts ideas for every occasion

5 favourite gifts ideas for every occasion

Posted on March 19, 2021March 22, 2021 by jenny

Disclosure – this is a sponsored post The first part of the year is a busy time for us with lots of birthdays and special days. It doesn’t feel as though we have time to enjoy the cards we receive before it’s time to take them down and put different ones up. in the space…

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Kew Gardens in Spring with kids

Kew Gardens in Spring with kids

Posted on March 17, 2021 by jenny

Last weekend we visited Kew Gardens which is just down the road from us. We love our walks and were hoping for some gorgeous Spring flowers. We were not disappointed. Kew Gardens, or to give it its proper name, the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew is the most biodiverse place on earth. It felt like a…

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classic school dinner cake

School dinner cake recipe

Posted on March 13, 2021March 14, 2021 by jenny

One of my strongest memories of my days at secondary school, alongside teachers and lessons of course, was the food from the school canteen. I made pretty poor food choices when I was younger although it clearly didn’t do me any harm. In fact I don’t remember there much being many healthy choices, certainly not…

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A Spring Refresh Q&A

Posted on March 7, 2021October 25, 2024 by jenny

Image Credit: Wayfair.co.uk Spring is my favourite season. The weather is warmer, the days are longer and the garden is springing into life. I’ve teamed up with Wayfair to bring you ‘Spring Spruce Ups’, a collection of advice, inspiration, and little DIY hacks for you to try at home ahead of the spring season. A…

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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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