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Make Hanukkah Gelt Bags From Tulle!
Here's a simple yet great looking way to make gelt bags or gift bags for Hannukah. Tulle obviously isn't just for weddings right? And while crocheted gelt bags or felt gelt bags might be wonderful too, these little tulle ones take only a few minutes and would be great for making party favors when…
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A Hanukkah Craft For Kids: Silhouettes With Torn Paper
Today was a hectic day, and I ended up taking this photo of my eight year old daughter's Hanukkah craft just as the sun was going down…but as it turns out, the lighting was just amazing, look at these colors! Though the subject matter in this work of art isn't exactly clear (it's a bowl…
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Hanukkah Crafting: A Simple Batik Project For Kids With Glue Gel!
Here's a Hanukkah craft that you can do with the kids today, and use for years to come…..Use the simple technique of glue gel batik on old sheets or pillow cases, and make yourself a tablecloth, some holiday pillow covers, drawstring gift bags, cloth napkins….even some curtains would be great! And if you don't sew,…
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Crayon Resist DIY Hanukkah Gift Packaging & Gift Tags!
A few weeks ago I was in need of a little mindless art project, you know something quick and easy, and that could of course work as a Hanukkah craft in some way….and then I remembered crayon resist! Ah yes, I could really get into a little doodling with crayons just about now. It's so…
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An Introduction To Parsha Parenting and Part 1: Parshas Vayishlach
The timeless teachings that have guided the Jewish nation throughout the millenia, actually exist in a “microchip” form — our holy Torah, the Five Books of Moses (Chumash.) The Five Books of Moses, together with the writings of the Prophets and Kings, is known as the Tanach. The Written Law (Tanach) and the Oral Law– that…
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Introducing Parsha Parenting: Invaluable Lessons In Parenting.
Surprise! I really thought that Eydl Reznik would only be contributing a monthly parenting column, the first of which I published last week here, but as it turns out, she's also going to be guest writing here, together with Elana Trachtman, once a week with short posts about Parenting from the Parsha (the weekly chapter…
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Welcome To Craft Schooling Sunday!
Hi there! Thanks so much for stopping by on one of my favorite days. And guess what, last week's party had some really fantastic contributions, that I'm so proud to be able to share with you all here! By the way, one little helpful note to you my crafty blogger friends: I noticed that the…
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Hannukah Is Coming! Plan Now, So You’ll Have Time To Craft Later!
Yikes, Hanukkah is just around the corner and there's so many things I wanted to do this year! I'd say it's wise to make a list and start checking things off to avoid last minute stress, and of course so that you'll have some extra time for all those Hanukkah craft projects you'd just love…
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Free Crochet Pattern: Sweet Striped Pouch For Gelt and Gifts!
You’ll Need: Lion Brand Cotton in five colors, available in Israel at livyahyarn.com Appropriately sized crochet hook, like a J or H Ribbon or cord to use as a drawstring, or crochet one! How To:This is a simple little pattern that I made up myself. The finished dimensions, when flat are roughly 5″ wide by…
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Handmade Holiday: Crochet Striped Pouches For Gelt and Gifts!
If you happen to be paying attention I guess you've already figured out that I got bitten by the crochet bug! Sorry about that for those of you who don't crochet, but maybe you'll learn and join in on the fun? You are really missing out, believe me! And it's definitely a lot easier…
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Take An Extra 30% Off Clearance at Fabric.com!
I don't know about you, but this is the type of sale that I wait for at fabric.com. An extra 30% off clearance, wow. Take a look and you just might find a really really great deal— perfect timing for holiday gift giving. And hey, you could even give a gift of fabric if you…
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Handmade Holiday: Simple Crocheted Washcloths…Pure Luxury!
Crocheted washcloths? Really? Yes! And in any case, if you think I've crossed the line into crafting insanity, well I can't take credit for this now popular idea of crocheting washcloths and dishcloths from 100% cotton yarn. I'll have to admit, I was a bit sceptical myself! But the more crocheted washcloths I saw, the…
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Handmade Holiday: Make A Beautiful & Simple Rosette With Crocheted Trim!
Isn't this sweet? If you know how to crochet (and I really hope you do!) you can whip up a bunch of these rosettes in no time from just a piece of crocheted trim that you can make yourself. They look great attached to a ready made headband, as a pin, or even a napkin…
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Introducing A New Jewish Parenting Series!
Dear Readers, it is with great excitement that I am finally able to bring the wisdom of some wonderful parenting experts to this blog! It has always been my intention to share as many aspects of my life with you as possible, and parenting is certainly one of them. Creativity isn't just about crafting, it's…
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Jewish Parenting Part 1: With Mrs. Eydl Reznik
Although speaking and writing for Jewish parents has been my line of work for over 10 years, whenever I begin with a new audience, I feel the need to turn to the One Above and offer a prayer that these words and ideas take on the special meaning that they are intended to have.…
