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The Perfect Bowl Of Oatmeal….With Coconut Oil!
I really don't know why it is that I never actually figured out how to make oatmeal properly all these years! Truthfully I have not been adding enough water (or milk), which explains why it was so gloppy most of the time! Now thanks to my friend from Amsterdam, who at the end of our…
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Finger Knitting Braided Scarf Winter Craft For Kids!
Ta da, at long last a great way to use those ropes of finger knitting — a fun finger knit braided scarf! A finger knit braided scarf is a perfect winter craft for kids of all ages, and something they can proudly wear! My seven year old made this is two nights, and I just…
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The Four Holy Cities On Rachel’s Yarzheit, Part 2
As we continued our day-long trip visiting holy sites in Israel on the yarzheit of Rachel Imeinu, (more about that on my previous post here) we at long last reached the Tomb of Rachel, Kever Rachel, located on the road between the Holy Cities of Hebron and Jerusalem, just next to Bethlehem, Beit Lechem, about…
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The Four Holy Cities Of Israel On Rachel’s Yarzheit: Part 1
The view from the gravesite of the great sage, Rebbe Meir Baal HaNess, looking at the city of Tiberius. It's very quiet out there in blog land, and I at long last have a moment to share with you some photographs from a special and uplifting tour of the Four Holy Cities of Israel that…
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Today Is The Tenth Of Tevet
Today is the Tenth of Tevet, a solemn and important day on the Jewish calender, as well as a fast day. The kids only have a half day of school, and when my nine year old walked in the door he handed me this coloring page and said "do what you did last year and…
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Crocheted Chunky Ankle-Tie Baby Booties
Hip hip hooray, after many many attempts, I've finally managed to crochet a pair of baby booties that were cute enough to actually give as a gift! I don't know why it's been such a challenge, but I think it mostly has to do with not using the appropriate yarn and hook size, and also…
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Ruffled Knit Scarf Using Mesh Yarn……Knit By A Ten Year Old!
It just so happens that knitting scarves from mesh yarn is all the rage with the girls in my daughter’s school, so I gave her a ball of this special yarn for Hanukkah, and yesterday she knit herself a scarf. Well, it wasn’t exactly what I’d call knitting, as she used her fingers more than…
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Crocheted Baby Booties Gift Topper!
At long last I have finally succeeded at crocheting a cute little pair of baby booties, and just in time to use as a gift topper on a gift for the newborn at his bris this past Thursday. I can't tell you all how many times I've tried making booties with strange results, and so…
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Plaster Of Paris Craft For Hanukkah
One of my kids was given a plaster of paris Hanukkah menorah craft kit, and I have to say, it was a great success with my ready-made craft kit starved kids! We found some plaster of paris that we had left over from another project to make a second menorah, and now I’m off to…
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Granny Medallion Crocheted Gift Pouches!
Last Thursday night I did manage to crochet four granny medallion gift pouches for the little ones for Hanukkah! I used chunky yarn and mostly double crochet to make the drawstring crocheted pouches as quickly as I could! It's a little tradition that I've started, and I've told my children that we'll save them each…
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Hanukkah Cookie Roundup
Now is the time to make some festive hanukkah cookies with the kids! And while I'm still dreaming of doing it with my kids, (and it's not the custom here in Israel, so they don't feel they're missing out on anything, phew) I thought I'd provide you with some inspiration from around the web from…
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Super Simple Crocheted Baby Hat With Ear Flaps
Here's a super simple yet great looking little baby hat with ear flaps, that I made to go with my crocheted scallop stitch baby sweater. Though truthfully, I made this hat in newborn size, while the sweater won't be worn for a good few months. So in the car on the way to the hospital, I…
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Crocheted Baby Sweater With Scallop Stitch
Crochet a sweet baby sweater with a free scallop stitch pattern.
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Happy Hanukkah!
Wishing you all a joyous, light filled Hanukkah! Tonight we lit the first candle, and are looking forward to seven more nights of festivities! I did manage to crochet my traditional gift pouches/gelt bags for the whole family, which I hope to photograph tomorrow and share with you, and I will be continuing to add…
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Hanukkah Themed Beaded Sun Catchers On Recycled Lids
Gather some recycled plastic lids, pony beads, and white glue, and make some festive beaded sun catchers for Hanukkah— perfect for hanging in the window above your menorah! Of course we love this craft any time of year, and have made some different versions here and here. You'll Need: clear plastic lids, from take out…
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More Hanukkah Magnet Decorations From Glitter Craft Foam!
Hanukkah decorations in the form of magnets, and made using glitter craft foam are bringing lots of joy to our kitchen as we anticipate the arrival of Hanukkah, on Saturday night! I just love this menorah, candle man, and bowl of doughnuts that my seven year old made and will proudly take to school tomorrow…
