Holiday: Purim!

  • A Whimsical Painted Fruit Centerpiece Will Make Them Smile!

      A painted Styrofoam fruit centerpiece is not only adorable but a super fun project for all ages. While I originally thought this would be the perfect centerpiece for a summer barbe-que, I decided that it would also be great for a Mexican style Purim fiesta, so here you have it. And I have to…

  • Mexican Style Crepe Paper Flowers….Gorgeous!

    I can't explain it, but Mexican style folded crepe paper flowers never looked so good, believe me they are gorgeous! I am honestly planning to fill the house with them for Purim…..decorating the tops of frames, attached to the arms of my chandelier and pouring out of tall vases like these. Oh, and I'm planning…

  • A Roundup Of Purim Costumes From The Archives!

    Purim is in four weeks, which means we do have time to make this Purim memorable for our kids if we start now. I'd suggest first working on the costumes and then figuring out the Mishloach Manot and the other festivities. Here's a little inspiration to get you started! And you might like to read…

  • Clowning Around: A Simple & Fun Paper Clown Project For Kids!

    Colorful paper clown faces make great decorations for Purim or even your next circus themed party! My kids loved this project so much that it kept them busy for several evenings on the dining room table. I'd love to show you better photos, but with the rainy weather this week, we'll have to settle for…

  • Slice Of Life: Clowns And More Clowns!

    Last Friday we ushered in the month of Adar, which means Purim is coming! And for my little ones, Purim for some reason means clowns. That's okay with me, since I think their clowns are pretty sweet. And just wait until you see the big clown project that kept them occupied at the dining room…

  • A Festive Bunting From Your Punched Paper Leftovers!

    Yes, quick paper bunting, or paper garlands, or party banners, in your favorite colors, made from what used to be garbage! But not anymore, right? Now you know better— never throw away the scraps from your punching adventures….you can use them to make a super quick and colorful bunting! And I'm sure you know this,…

  • Super Simple Paper Flowers Look Great Now!

    Simple paper flowers, made from scalloped circles, in gorgeous pastel brights….a nice touch of color that the world could use just about now. Don't you think? I have already started making some projects with these, which I'll be happy to show you of course, but in the meantime I thought I'd teach you how to…

  • A Quick Purim Costume From the Classroom!

    My four year old came home from school the other day looking so cute I just had to share this with you!He is dressed up as Mordechai, the hero of the Purim story, and someone we'd definately like to emulate! His teacher made these for the whole class, and the simplicity is just too sweet!…

  • Recycle Cups & Make A Fun Noise Maker For Purim (Or Your Next Rhythm Project!)

    Here's a fun project to do with the kids today or tomorrow in preparation for Purim which starts Saturday night. (The exception being that Purim is celebrated Sunday night in Jerusalem.) I did this one, but kids can certainly have fun applying stickers and tape themselves. The noise maker or grogger is a classic Purim…

  • Serve A Whole Smoked Salmon for Purim!

      Here's an idea for a delicious appetizer course that your guests will go crazy over. A WHOLE Smoked Salmon! For the past three years we have tested this idea, and now we can't imagine Purim without a giant fish gracing our table! Now a smoked fish with no embellishments, looks well, dead, so be…

  • Embellish It With Round Metallic Stickers!

    Round metallic stickers are a craft staple over at my house! I don't know what it is, but they're just so useful and add a nice shiny touch to so many projects. I use them to make polka dots on colored paper, for joining ribbon on a gift, for adding a small touch to a…

  • Fill The Walls With Fun Masks From Cut Paper!

    Purim is a week from Sunday, so now is a great time to give the kids a fun decorating project. Why not fill a whole wall with paper masks of all kinds? It's so much fun and looks great! When we lived in Jerusalem, we had an small entryway, and I used to fill it…