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Felt Rudolph decoration

Posted on October 22, 2009November 12, 2012 by jenny

I made these adorable reindeer from a kit bought from Sarah at Paper and String. There were so simple to make and will look great on the Christmas tree – as long as I can keep the kittens away from them!

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Nordic House Christmas Ornament

Posted on October 14, 2009November 17, 2013 by jenny

Continuing the theme of Christmas then, as we’ve decided it’s not too early to mention it… I made a lovely ornament using this tutorial from the Orange Flower: Sketchbook blog. What do you think? I hope my swap partner likes it 🙂

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Is it too early to mention Christmas?

Posted on October 13, 2009April 25, 2012 by jenny

No? Good. A couple of weeks ago I made some cute felt ornaments for a swap. They were originally flat but looked rubbish so I added some filling:

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Selling stuff

Posted on September 1, 2009October 25, 2024 by jenny

I’m having a bit of a clear out so if you fancy some vintage Cath Kidston tins or Orla Kiely mugs, take a look….

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Don't Look Now!

Posted on August 27, 2009September 15, 2023 by jenny

I discovered this amazing quilt tonight, it’s called Lilly Pilly, and more about it can be found here. It’s part of a blog giveaway and–as much as I’d love to win this myself–how could I not share the opportunity?!

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Ugly Betty Season 3 trailer

Posted on August 6, 2009 by jenny

I love Ugly Betty and this trailer made me laugh!

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New kittens

Posted on August 2, 2009 by jenny

Meet our new kittens – Harry and Ron! Re-homed from the wonderful Wood Green Animal Shelter.

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Make Do and Mend

Posted on June 24, 2009May 17, 2015 by jenny

There’s a wonderful exhibition at the Museum of Childhood at the moment. It’s called Make Do and Mend and according to their website: “How can a broken shopping trolley be transformed into a stylish piece of furniture? Anti-waste wartime tips on cutting excessive consumption have an obvious resonance in today’s economic climate and the campaign…

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Owls :)

Posted on June 23, 2009 by jenny

I had a lovely parcel waiting for me when I got home from work today. It was a lovely owl from Kerri at craft-a-licious.Can you see him hiding amongst my roses? The photograph doesn’t do him justice because it is made so well. It is one of the nicest handmade items I have received in…

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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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