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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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Pin the tail on the Minecraft pig {a Minecraft party game}

Posted on May 25, 2018 by jenny

It’s taking me a while to write down all the fun activities we organised for my sons Minecraft party. Luckily the weather was ok so they could make full use of the DIY Nerf Target board we made for the garden. In case the weather was inclement we made a few activities to take place…

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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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Paper Ice Lollies {Mollie Makes}

Posted on May 23, 2018 by jenny

Regular readers will know that every month I challenge myself to make the Mollie Makes magazine cover gift. I’ve subscribed since it first came out and have had a drawer full of unopened kits – but no more! I’ve been making more time for grown up crafting and I love to make the kits and hopefully try…

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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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Washi tape bunting for Father's Day

Washi tape bunting for Father’s Day

Posted on May 18, 2018May 16, 2022 by jenny

This year is going incredibly fast for our little family. Life is so busy but my 8-year-old is getting excited for Father’s Day next month. He is a real daddy’s boy and just loves making gifts for people. I can’t tell you just yet what he’s making (as my husband reads my blog) but he…

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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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