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Schleich Croco Jungle Research Station

Schleich Croco Jungle Research Station

Posted on October 6, 2017October 7, 2017 by jenny

The new Schleich Croco jungle research station is the ideal starting point for all Wild Life adventures. This awesome playset includes a big crocodile skull and integrated secret hiding place, the research centre as well as a viewing platform. This is an amazing set with so much play potential. You can probably imagine how excited…

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Kid-friendly lavender wands

Kid-friendly lavender wands {A-Z Play at Home}

Posted on October 6, 2017October 6, 2017 by jenny

I’m the first to admit I’m not a great gardener but the one thing we do have is a good supply of lavender. It’s one of my favourite plants and makes the garden smell gorgeous. It has a very pretty flower but what do you do with it once it’s flowered and over for the…

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Simon Optix wearable headset game review

Simon Optix wearable headset game review

Posted on October 5, 2017January 23, 2019 by jenny

I can’t believe we that it’s over a year ago since we reviewed the Simon Air. Every Friday we have a games evening at home and this is a firm family favourite, based on a version of Simon that I remember from my own childhood. We love to try out the latest toys so were…

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Autumn leaves sun catchers craft for kids

Autumn leaves sun catchers craft for kids

Posted on October 5, 2017October 2, 2019 by jenny

It’s been a while since we made any sun catchers but, along with the conkers my children keep picking up, they’ve brought home a lot of leaves too. We have a very short walk to the school gates but it seems like we walk past a lot of different trees. This seemed like the perfect…

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Num Noms Surprise in a Jar

Num Noms Surprise in a Jar

Posted on October 4, 2017 by jenny

Have you heard about Num Noms? They are very cute – and collectible!  A cupful of cuteness and a spoonful of surprise make Num Noms! Scented Nums are adorable, squishy characters with tons of personality. Noms are flavoured, glitter lip gloss! Stack the Nums on top of the Noms to make 3,000+ sweet scented combinations. We…

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How to make conker caterpillars

How to make conker caterpillars

Posted on October 4, 2017 by jenny

Every day we walk past a beautiful horse chestnut tree. Actually we walk past it four times on the way to drop my son off at Junior School then go on to Infant school. We’ve been picking up conkers for about 6 weeks and have a huge collection of all kinds of shapes and sizes….

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Cicciobello Love n Care doll review

Cicciobello Love n Care doll review

Posted on October 3, 2017December 6, 2020 by jenny

My daughter has always loved her dolls. She received one for her first birthday and really enjoys looking after them – they can often be found sitting with us at mealtimes! Cicciobello Love n Care from Flair is perfect for children aged 3 and over. Cicciobello is the life-like doll your kids will love to…

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Papercut this book by Boo Paterson

Papercut this book by Boo Paterson

Posted on October 3, 2017March 25, 2019 by jenny

It’s been a while since I reviewed any of my craft books. As you know, I love papercutting and bought myself a copy of Papercut This Book: techniques, templates and paper by Boo Paterson. Papercut this book by Boo Paterson Papercutting artist Boo Paterson shows you step-by-step how to craft your own intricate rainforests, jungles…

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Sylvanian Families Halloween Baby Trick or Treat Set

Sylvanian Families Halloween Baby Trick or Treat Set

Posted on October 2, 2017October 2, 2017 by jenny

A few weeks ago I told you about our trip to the Sylvanian Families shop in London. I had a very small wishlist for our visit, I wanted to pick up the new limited edition Sylvanian Families Halloween Baby Trick or Treat Set. As a grown up fan of Sylvanian Families I have to admit that 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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