Holiday: Succah Decor

  • Super Simple Fall Centerpiece With Painted Faux Apples

    Super Simple Fall Centerpiece With Painted Faux Apples

    If you happen to have a bunch of blank apples made for crafting, just waiting for their turn in the spotlight, as I did, paint them in your favorite colors, add some white details with a paint pen, place them in a footed glass bowl, and voila, a fun Fall, Rosh HaShana, Succot, or even…

  • DIY Tree Branch With Colorful Leaves Wall Art

    DIY Tree Branch With Colorful Leaves Wall Art

    We are now on the third day (of seven) of the wonderful Jewish holiday of Succot, and while I am not doing any crafting, I can stop by here to share my favorite succah decoration with you! And, unlike some Succah decorations, this one is truly a work of art, and can be used year…

  • DIY Tree Of Life Wall Decor Nature Craft

    The tree of life is a universal Jewish symbol, and this year it is center stage in our succah, as a DIY tree of life nature craft! I’ll admit, I didn’t plan this at all, though husband had requested something new for the succah, for which my reply was a groan, NOW? Meaning a day…

  • A Quick Accordian Folded Paper Flower For The Succah!

    A Quick Accordian Folded Paper Flower For The Succah!

    If I am sharing succah crafts with you right now, namely decorations that are currently hanging in my succah, that must mean the Jewish holiday of Succot is quickly approaching. And yes indeed, one of my favorite holidays, that also happens to be seven days long, starts tomorrow night, so time is of the essence!…

  • A Peek In My Sketchbook: Pomegranite Ink Drawing With Cross Hatching

    A Peek In My Sketchbook: Pomegranite Ink Drawing With Cross Hatching

    If you are having a hard time fitting an art practice of some kind into your busy schedule, a smallish sketchbook, might just be THE thing! After six months of a consistent sketchbook/art journal practice I am just thrilled by the concept in general, and have gotten over my fear of making mistakes or entries…

  • Festive Painted Apples For Rosh HaShana

    Festive Painted Apples For Rosh HaShana

    Let the Rosh HaShana crafting take over your dining room table, because what a great way to end the Jewish year! And with just a bit of forethought, whatever you make now can be used as decorations in the Succah (coming up 2 weeks after Rosh HaShana), or as little gifts or cards to wish…

  • Embroidered Geometric Stars On A Recycled Styrofoam Tray, Festive And Fun Anytime!

    Embroidered Geometric Stars On A Recycled Styrofoam Tray, Festive And Fun Anytime!

    After sharing the cross stitch apple styrofoam tray embroidery craft, I just couldn’t resist dusting off this project to share with you, as it still looks great four years after I first shared it. The wonderful thing about these string stars is that they have a universal festive look so they would truly be great…

  • Cross Stitch Apple Embroidery On A Foam Tray!

    Cross Stitch Apple Embroidery On A Foam Tray!

    I have dusted off this project from my archives, as it is truly one of my all time favorites! And this apple is just the beginning, collect styrofoam trays (from non-meat items) and have fun thinking of all the possibilities!I have a box with a bunch of trays in the basement, so if and when…

  • Plastic Bottle Apples To Make For Rosh HaShana Gift Giving And Succah Decorating!

    Plastic Bottle Apples To Make For Rosh HaShana Gift Giving And Succah Decorating!

    Plastic bottle apples, namely apples made from recycled plastic bottles are something I’ve been making for quite a few years. They make great little gift boxes or treat boxes, are quite simple to whip up, and everyone loves them. Not to mention that you help create awareness of recycling and minimizing waste, and, this project…

  • Super Quick Paper Lanterns That Can Light Up!

    Super Quick Paper Lanterns That Can Light Up!

    This year my Purim decorations are all about the quick factor, as with the festive holiday just around the corner, in addition to many guests and food prep, quick is all there is really time for. Ah yes, and the truth is that the decorations I will hang in my house were mostly made for…

  • Giant DIY Accordian Fold Paper Flowers

    Giant DIY Accordian Fold Paper Flowers

    If you ever need some great looking paper wall decorations, and you are just not sure what to make, give this giant accordian fold flower a try, and you’ll want to make enough to fill the entire wall. It is true, one can buy manufactured accordian fold flowers that are similar, but there is nothing…

  • How To Cut Simple Floral Shapes From Paper To Make A Party Garland In MInutes!

    How To Cut Simple Floral Shapes From Paper To Make A Party Garland In MInutes!

    While I don’t love creating under pressure, it is true that some of my best work has come to light in just that way. I now introduce to you a new idea on the roster that we’ll call Matisse inspired cut paper shapes party garland! You can whip this paper party garland up in mere…