Holiday: Chanukah/Hanukkah

  • Make A Fun Nesting Dreidels Mobile For Hanukkah!

    Isn’t this fun? I’m returning to my modern design roots for this one! I was after all rocked in an Eames rocking chair as a baby, so I do have a love for all things spare and colorful now and again, (when I’m not obsessed with all things Moroccan that is……)  and after seeing huge…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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,…

  • 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…

  • More Hanukkah Crafting With Buttons!

      Hanukkah crafting with buttons is a great project for the whole family….okay in my family it was just mom in the wee hours of the morning, trying out an idea that had been kicking around since last year, but I kept imagining that my kids were doing it with me! (Does that count?) Using…

  • Hanukkah Craft: Make Festive Holiday Garlands From Buttons And Beads!

    Isn’t this sweet? And yes, you’re right, it doesn’t necessarily say Hanukkah craft, but in my book that’s just fine! Decorating for any holiday doesn’t have to be about the expected imagery and symbols….the real point is to create a festive and joyful astmosphere, however you choose to do it. And simple garlands made by…

  • 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…

  • Chanukah/Hannukah Crafts Round-up From The Archives!

    Before I get started with this year’s craft projects for Chanukah, I thought I’d do a little round-up of the best projects from last year, giving me at least a few more minutes to gather my thoughts for this year. Then again the projects from last year still look good so how about skipping the…

  • Save Now and Craft Later: A List of Recyclables To Keep On Hand!

    Dear Readers, Chanukah crafting is just around the corner and so I thought I’d take a moment to let you know what items you might want to start saving, if you haven’t been already! Mind you, I do not guarantee that I’ll be using all of the items above, but there’s a good chance, (with…

  • Felt Rosebud Bouquets For Boys? Why Not?

        As you may have noticed, I’ve been into the felt flower thing this past week. And really into the fact that I’m using up my stash of acrylic craft felt, all the while bringing joy to friends and neighbors who have been the recipients of my crafty doings!  Yesterday I shared with you the…

  • Make Festive Holiday Decorations With Eggshells!

    If you weren’t convinced by yesterday’s post about crafting with eggshells here, so hopefully this will do it! How else can one create such a beautiful mosaic, stained glass-like effect with very little effort? Got it? I think these “starry night” winter decorations would be great for Chanukah—I’m thinking of a whole bunch in different…