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Monday Happy List {Week 349}

Posted on June 21, 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. Monday…

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Ducks Hill Farm egg vending machine

Ducks Hill Farm egg vending machine

Posted on June 19, 2021June 20, 2021 by jenny

We love to support local businesses and couldn’t wait to visit Ducks Hill Farm who have just installed an egg vending machine! We couldn’t wait to go and buy some and with Father’s Day coming up we wanted to use the eggs for a special Father’s Day breakfast. Ducks Hill Farm egg vending machine Ducks…

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My little Liberty book of fabric

My little Liberty book of fabric

Posted on June 15, 2021June 15, 2021 by jenny

I love working with Liberty fabric, even better if I have bought it directly from Liberty. A trip to Liberty is an experience and it’s been a while since I’ve had the joy of hopping on the tune to London, emerging at Oxford Circus and walking down to Liberty’s. Liberty London Liberty London, the designer…

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Monday Happy List {Week 348}

Posted on June 14, 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. Monday…

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Win a copy of Skyborn by Sinéad O’Hart

Win a copy of Skyborn by Sinéad O’Hart

Posted on June 13, 2021 by jenny

We’ve been reading a lot lately. We all love to read but the really hot weather has got us all reaching for a good book so we can sit in the shade and relax. Little Tiger Press recently sent us a couple of their new books and we are delighted to share them with you….

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How to make a Father's Day crate

How to make a Father’s Day crate

Posted on June 12, 2021June 12, 2021 by jenny

What do you get the man who has everything for Father’s Day? My husband is really difficult to buy for as he has everything he needs. The children have been busy making cards but I thought it would be fun to make a Father’s Day crate we could fill with gifts which would also be…

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exploring Sutton Hoo with kids

Exploring Sutton Hoo with kids

Posted on June 10, 2021June 10, 2021 by jenny

Earlier this year my daughter was studying the Anglo Saxons during that loooong period of home learning. She learned all about Sutton Hoo and we thought it would be fun to visit the site when travel restrictions eased. So last week we found ourselves in the pretty village of Southwold for a week, with tickets…

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Organza Hoop Art: Embroidery Techniques and Projects for Sheer Stitching

Organza Hoop Art {book review}

Posted on June 8, 2021 by jenny

I am really enjoying embroidery at the moment. It’s the perfect hobby to pick up when you have spare 5 minutes and I love having all my colourful hoops on display. I’ve been Pinning all kinds of embroidery for inspiration and recently came across Organza Hoop Art on NetGalley – thanks for the review copy!…

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a trip to Sutton Hoo

Monday Happy List {Week 347}

Posted on June 7, 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. Monday…

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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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