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Conscious Crafts: Quilting

Conscious Crafts: Quilting {book review}

Posted on August 5, 2021 by jenny

I love to practice mindfulness in my every day crafting. I was really excited when I heard about Conscious Crafts: Quilting – 20 mindful makes to reconnect head, heart & hands by Elli Beaven and couldn’t wait to get my hands on a copy. Conscious Crafts: Quilting In Conscious Crafts: Quilting, maker Elli Beaven reveals the…

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DIY Baby Yoda Mug Warmer

DIY Baby Yoda Mug Warmer

Posted on August 4, 2021 by jenny

I love making handmade gifts and my thoughts are beginning to turn to the gifts I want to make and give this Christmas. Handmade gifts are always well received and our DIY mug warmer will be enjoyed by those who love their tea and coffee! I used a sweet Baby Yoda fabric for my little…

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The Joy of Modern Calligraphy

{Giveaway} The Joy of Modern Calligraphy

Posted on August 3, 2021August 8, 2021 by jenny

I love learning a new craft and the lovely sunny days of Summer seem a great time to try. Last week Search Press published The Joy of Modern Calligraphy by Joyce Lee. It’s been a while since I tried calligraphy but it’s a lovely craft and handwritten lettering can be used for all kinds of…

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Moor Otters Trail

Summer Holidays edit {Week 355}

Posted on August 2, 2021 by jenny

Starting the week by writing the Monday Happy List  is something I’ve been doing for a while. It’s a chance for me to sit down and 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 post I always love to write. Summer…

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Make your own Pop Its chocolate bar

Make your own Pop Its chocolate bar

Posted on August 1, 2021August 1, 2021 by jenny

My children have quickly amassed the biggest collections of Pop Its. Have you heard of them? They are silicone fidget toys which come in all shapes and sizes. They are filled with bubbles which can be popped by pushing them inward. They are great for kids who love to fidget but you can also play…

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‘The Summer Sampler’ Block of the Month Club

‘The Summer Sampler’ Block of the Month Club {update 2}

Posted on July 31, 2021 by jenny

Thanks to the first week of the Summer holidays I’ve had time to finish work on Months 3 and 4 of ‘The Summer Sampler’ Block of the Month Club. This was a monthly club I subscribed to back in 2019 from Pretty Fabrics and Trims. Spread over 4 months, each month I received a little…

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Free camping colouring pages for kids

Free camping colouring pages for kids

Posted on July 30, 2021 by jenny

I know that my free printable colouring pages for kids are always popular during the holidays so I am delighted to add some camping colouring pages for kids to my site. Free Camping colouring pages for kids Our free camping colouring pages for kids is a great way for kids to enjoy any camping this…

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Boro and Sashiko - Harmonious Imperfection

Boro and Sashiko – Harmonious Imperfection {book review}

Posted on July 29, 2021July 29, 2021 by jenny

I love to discover and try new sewing techniques. I have come across sashiko before but only recently heard about boro. A few months ago I attended an online Boro stitch mending workshop as part of Hey Craft! an event to raise awareness for mental health during Mental Health Awareness Week. It’s a fun craft…

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5 tips for Summer self care

Posted on July 28, 2021February 5, 2025 by jenny

*Collaborative post Self-care can be described as a conscious act a person takes in order to promote their own physical, mental, and emotional health. Self care has never been more important. I like to think that summer is a time when I can really kick back and relax and spend some time on myself. I…

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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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