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Little Live Pets Surprise Chick

Little Live Pets Surprise Chick

Posted on February 8, 2017April 4, 2019 by jenny

I really enjoyed putting together a Christmas Eve basket for my children so I thought I would do something similar for Easter. I know it’s still a few weeks away but with half term coming up I need to make a head start on my preparations. Little Live Pets Surprise Chick Recently we’ve been reviewing…

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Playing Minecraft offline

Playing Minecraft offline {Minecraft Figure Collection}

Posted on January 14, 2017August 30, 2022 by jenny

My 6 year old has been playing Minecraft for quite a long time now. He is a bit of an expert and his 5 year old sister enjoys playing too, although she’s not allowed in his world unless he’s watching! Last Christmas everything was about Minecraft. He received Minecraft clothing, books and toys which have…

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Star Wars Force Lightning Energy Ball

Star Wars Force Lightning Energy Ball {Uncle Milton Star Wars Science}

Posted on October 28, 2016July 4, 2020 by jenny

My 6 year old practically eats, sleeps and plays Star War. He is very excited about the release of Rogue One in December and has already started collecting the Rogue One trading cards. He loves anything Star Wars so I knew he would be intrigued by the Star Wars Force Lightning Energy Ball. Star Wars Force…

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How To Be like Poppy from Trolls

How To Be like Poppy from Trolls {Trolls Hug Time Bracelet and Poppy Wig }

Posted on October 20, 2016March 26, 2019 by jenny

We are so excited to go and see the new stellar-studded animation film Trolls from DreamWorks. The trailers look fun, my daughter insisted I buy her the Trolls sticker album so she is familiar with the characters, and we’re hoping to go tomorrow as a half term treat. A few weeks ago we had fun reviewing…

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Doc McStuffins Toy Hospital Bag Set

Doc McStuffins Toy Hospital Bag Set

Posted on October 15, 2016August 30, 2022 by jenny

We all know that children need positive role models which is why  I’m keen to encourage my daughter in her love of Doc McStuffins. They are currently learning all about ‘people who help us’ at school and she has been able to tell everyone about Doctors, thanks to Doc McStuffins! Dottie ‘Doc’ McStuffins, a six…

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Disney Princess Ariel Bath Styling Head

Disney Princess Ariel Styling Head

Posted on October 9, 2016February 9, 2019 by jenny

A few weeks ago we reviewed the Poppy Styling Station which means my 4 year old has been ‘experimenting’ with hair styles. She’s a bit of a tomboy so I was hoping she would enjoy the Disney Princess Ariel Styling Head from Just Play. My kids love bath time. Any excuse to play in or…

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Doc McStuffins Toy Hospital Role Play Set

Doc McStuffins Toy Hospital Role Play Set

Posted on October 5, 2016August 30, 2022 by jenny

If your little one loves Doc McStuffins then no doubt you will have been watching the new episodes of Doc McStuffins. In these new episodes Doc has been transported to McStuffinsville to become the Chief Resident of the Toy Hospital, where she and her toy friends help toys from all over the world! Dottie ‘Doc’…

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Peppa Pig Softee Dough Picnic Playset

Peppa Pig Softee Picnic Dough Playset

Posted on September 24, 2016January 19, 2020 by jenny

My children love  Peppa Pig so were delighted to receive the new Peppa Pig Softee Picnic Dough Playset to review. They love Peppa and her friends and this is a great value playset, perfect for improving fine motor skills too! With the Peppa Pig Softee Picnic Dough Playset your children can have hours of fun…

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Snuggles My Dream Puppy

Snuggles My Dream Puppy {toy review}

Posted on September 20, 2016February 22, 2023 by jenny

I’m almost scared to use the “C” work but  I must admit to starting my Christmas planning in August. With two demanding children with significant wishlists and numerous friends and family I like to start my planning and shopping early. Argos published its Christmas top gift list a few weeks ago which included Snuggles My…

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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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