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A Corkboard + Tissue Paper Mural The Kids Can Do Themselves!
Looking for a craft project to keep your kids busy and happy? Here's a really great mural project that they can almost do by themselves. I cut out the pieces, and my youngest children ages 4, 5 1/2 and 7 did the rest (older children will be able to do the entire project). After they…
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Try Moroccan Chickpeas (Garbanzo Beans) In Red Sauce!
This Moroccan dish is one of those foods that tastes delicious, (comfort food at its best), but just isn't so photogenic. But don't be fooled by looks — this is the number one recipe that guests request after having eaten Shabbat meals in our home! We eat it hot at the night meal and cold…
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The Fruit Really Doesn’t Fall Far From The Tree (Vine)!
If any of you out there are inspired to start your own blog after having seen mine, my advice to you is don’t do it! Keep on living your normal life! Why you ask? Well, when you become a blogger, or at least a dedicated one like me, who only posts original material, suddenly everything…
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Quick Birthday Party Decorations From The Heart!
I have a confession to make. Because of my dedication to you my dear readers, my life happens to be a bit out of control at the moment. Given everything else that's been going on as well, I just wasn't too prepared for the sudden arrival of my daughter's seventh birthday and the necessity to…
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Elegant and Easy Ice Cream Sandwiches!
I don't know about you, but just because a creative mom like me doesn't have time for fancy desserts, (and tries to keep food for my family on the healthy side) doesn't mean that I don't want to finish a festive (Shabbos) meal with something a little special! I am always looking for quick ways…
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Recycling Crafts: Rolled Paper Beads and Necklaces!
This wonderful project that many of us remember from our childhoods is brought to you as a result of the thoughtfulness of my kind friend Chava BenTzion. She was doing this project with her sweet son Yosef, and thought to take photos in case I'd want to use them on the blog! Isn't that a…
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Delicious Home Baked Pita Bread (whole wheat!)
Ever wonder how to go about baking your own Pita bread? No? Yes? That's right, you can easily buy them at the store, but the ones I bake at home don't compare to anything I could buy, not even close…..Now that I have discovered how to do it myself, I quite simply can't live without…
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40 Minutes In Haifa’s Exquisite German Colony
Crisp brick-red shutters set against pale yellow walls and tropical flowers Yesterday we had an appointment at a branch of the US Embassy in Haifa. We got there at 10:10 AM but were told that we absolutely would not be received until 10:50 for our 11 AM appointment. My husband was a bit frustrated, but…
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Festive Painted Glass Candle Jars: Simple and Stunning!
Okay Mom, finally a project just for you! And this one is so quick and simple you can surely fit it into your busy schedule. And you'll thank me for making you do it! That said, glass paint never quite worked for me until this project. The results I had achieved brushing it on to…
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A Birthday Cake Chronology: Perseverence and A Little Experience Pays Off!
Next week my daughter will be turning seven years old. And we are starting to discuss the all important birthday cake! Yikes! You probably think that the creativejewishmom should be the last one to feel inadequate when it comes to birthday cakes, but truth is, when it comes to baking I never really know what…
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Potted Flowers Make Great Summer Centerpieces!
Are you lucky enough to have a table outdoors? Or are you planning a garden/patio party in the near future? Why not grace your table with a beautiful centerpiece made from an assortment of summer annuals? Small containers of summer flowers sold in flats are quite inexpensive and you can use them to give color…
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Moroccan Lettuce Salad: THE Family Delicacy!
There is one sure-fire way to get my family to the table, and it's quite simple really! Whip up a nice big bowl of the salad my husband can't live without, place the bowl of salad on the table, and stand back and watch as athletic feats are performed by almost all in order to…
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Make Festive Flags To Welcome Summer Guests
Summer time is synonomous with guests, and we love it! So why not honor your visitors, or give your gathering an extra special touch with home crafted flags? They're a great way to say "welcome!" and depending on how much outdoor space you have, you and/or the kids could create a stunning installation of colorful…
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A Walk To The Store Can Be So Much More!
We don't exactly live in the country, but it sure looks like it! A walk to the store can be so much more? What is she talking about? For whom? Easy for her to say! Look at that gorgeous view she has! Ahem! Listen dear readers, no matter where you live there is always something…
