Stitch & Build Gingerbread House Kit
by Cotton Twist
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Description
Stitch it, slot it, light it up! The Cotton Twist Stitch & Build Gingerbread House Kit is a gingerbread house kids get to build with their own two hands. Candy canes, hearts, stars and little Christmas trees get stitched onto pre-punched wooden panels in bright embroidery thread — then the panels slot together into a freestanding 3D house that stands up all on its own.
The roof is the best bit: a scalloped snowy edge dotted with sugary “sprinkles” to sew in. It’s cross-stitch style sewing, so the holes are already punched and the needle just follows the dots — no measuring, no tracing, no guesswork.
Then comes the big reveal. Pop a battery tea light inside and the windows glow. Put it on the mantelpiece, a windowsill or right in the middle of the Christmas table, then tuck it back in its tin and bring it out again next December.
Why we love the Stitch & Build Gingerbread House Kit:
- Two Crafts in One Kit: Sewing and building together — kids stitch the decorations, then construct a proper 3D house from the finished panels.
- Keeps Its Shape for Years: The panels are real wood, not card, so the house stands firm and stores flat in its tin for next Christmas.
- Everything’s in the Tin: Wooden panels and base, embroidery threads and a needle all included — nothing extra to buy.
- Plastic-Free Crafting for Ages 3+: Natural materials throughout, UKCA, UKNI and CE tested and marked.
Does this kit need glue to hold the house together?
No glue needed. The wooden panels slot together at the edges to form the house, so it goes up as soon as the stitching is finished — and can be taken apart and stored flat in the tin afterwards.
Is the tea light included?
The tea light isn’t included. Any small battery-operated tea light will fit inside the finished house to light up the windows. Battery lights only, please — never a real flame with a wooden house.
Stitch it in December, light it up on Christmas Eve, and unwrap it again next year.
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Features
• Dimensions - Tin: 17 x 13 x 2cm
• Plastic free
• Promotes fine motor skills
• Perfect for till point add-ons
• Ideal for Advent & the Christmas build up -
Materials
• Wooden panels & base, embroidery threads, & a needle.
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Age/Safety
• Recommended for ages 3+
• UKCA/UKNI/CE tested; FSC certified
• Choking hazard due to small parts. -
About the Brand
Cotton Twist is a mom-owned UK brand dedicated to creating a brighter, more sustainable future. With a focus on eco-friendly materials and a passion for fostering creativity, this brand is redefining craft time for kids. Every kit is thoughtfully designed to encourage imagination and hands-on play, while also protecting our planet for future generations.
Committed to eco-conscious play, Cotton Twist uses natural materials like wooden pegs, beads, and ribbon, all packaged in environmentally friendly materials. These kits are an ideal choice for families looking to reduce plastic waste and encourage thoughtful play. -
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