Holiday: Chanukah/Hanukkah

  • 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…

  • Felt Dreidel Ornaments For Chanukah!

    First of all, in case any of you are wondering "where does one hang Chanukah ornaments?" I will be hanging four of these cute stuffed dreidels from the arms of the wrought iron chandelier over my dining room table. But of course they'd look adorable just about anywhere, on a doorknob, on a banister, around…

  • Recycle Plastic Bags and Make Unique Gift Bows!

      Wouldn't you like to receive a gift that looks like this? I would, there's something so very crafty and cute about it, and when the recipient discovers that your kids have made the wrapping paper (tutorial on that here) and you've made the bow from plastic bags, well they'll be so bowled over they…

  • Adorable Felt Change Purses: For Gelt and Treats!

    What is gelt you might wonder? Gelt means money in Yiddish, and it is the traditional Chanukah prizefor children. We’re not talking about big money, rather a few coins that would bring joy to a small child. Today, while some children do receive small sums of actual money, the tradition has come to mean chocolate…

  • Make Make Festive and Fun Felt Flowers For The Holidays (and enjoy them all winter long!)

      Ever seen flowers like these before? Me neither, so I was so totally surprised when this oh-so-simple idea popped into my head and came into reality in a matter of minutes. This is the type of crafting that I love— simple, quick and fabulous!