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Lost Kitties from Hasbro

Lost Kitties from Hasbro

Posted on May 26, 2018 by jenny

We’ve been really lucky to receive some lovely new toys to review lately. My children just love reviewing new toys so a huge thanks to Hasbro for sending us some of the new Lost Kitties collectables to unbox. Lost Kitties from Hasbro What exactly are Lost Kitties? Lost Kitties are the latest collectable toy from Hasbro….

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Stain removal guide for parents

Posted on May 25, 2018November 24, 2024 by jenny

Photo by Annie Spratt on Unsplash With the Bank Holiday and half term looming I expect parents across the country are looking forward to spending some quality time with their children. We have some fun plans for our week together which includes visiting family and friends, a trip to the park and the beach, and hopefully lots of…

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5 SURPRISE UNBOXING

5 SURPRISE {toy review}

Posted on May 24, 2018 by jenny

Regular readers with know that I quite often feature toy reviews. My children know how lucky they are to get to test the latest toys and I think they make pretty cute toy reviewers. Today I’m going to tell you about a new collectable toy for children called 5 SURPRISE. 5 SURPRISE toy review Combining …

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Project Mc2 A.D.I.S.N. Journal

Project Mc2 A.D.I.S.N. Journal

Posted on May 22, 2018 by jenny

Do your children enjoy watching Project Mc2 on Netflix? My children both love it, especially as they can get their hands on some of the tech they see in the show! We’ve already reviewed the Project Mc2 Ultimate Spy Bag and today we’re going to tell you more about the Project Mc2 A.D.I.S.N. Journal. What is Project Mc2?…

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Monday mindfulness – 5 happy things

Posted on May 21, 2018November 5, 2023 by jenny

Happy Monday everyone. Hope you had a great weekend. I love starting off each week by writing my Monday mindfulness – 5 happy things blog post. It’s a great chance to reflect on the things that made me happy in the previous week, as well as to record some of our family adventures – it’s a…

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Roarsome play with the Schleich Dinosaur range

Roarsome play with the Schleich Dinosaur range

Posted on May 20, 2018March 12, 2023 by jenny

I mentioned the other day that my 6 year old just loves dinosaurs. She always has loved dinosaurs, and now has quite a collection of books and toys to play with. She loves reading about dinosaurs and is really good at identifying them. We are also pretty excited about the latest Jurassic World film which…

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4 Creative Uses for Leftover Wood Flooring

Posted on May 16, 2018 by jenny

If you’ve ever purchased brand new wood flooring, you’ll know it’s a significant investment. Ordinarily you’ll order wood flooring in full packs. Which means, unless you’re lucky enough to have the perfect amount of wood to cover your entire floor, you’re likely to have some left over. This can be anything from one or two…

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Smyths Toys Superstores Party on May 26th

Smyths Toys Superstores Party on May 26th

Posted on May 15, 2018May 15, 2018 by jenny

I love a Bank Holiday weekend and it’s not long until the next one. The weather was amazing for the first May Bank Holiday weekend so I wonder what the chances are of it being so lovely and sunny again? Fingers crossed the weather should be good and it always feels like we can properly…

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coping with new parent worries

Coping with new parent worries

Posted on May 14, 2018February 12, 2024 by jenny

I’ve been pretty emotional lately, realising that my children are growing up so quickly right in front of my eyes. Last week they were going through their toy boxes and decided to give away so many of their toys they loved when they were younger. I’m not ready for them to be growing up so…

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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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