Holiday: Tu B’Shevat Crafts

  • Pomanders: Winter Decorations From Cloves and Citrus Fruit

    After Succos we always have some some beautiful and fragrant etrog fruit (citron) hanging around not doing anything in particular…. Some of my neighbors make delicious jam, but I usually have pomanders in mind, a craft with old world charm that reminds me of medieval castles….. Any citrus fruit with thick skin can be used…

  • Lemon Pomanders For Tu B’Shevat Or Anytime!

    Pomanders are the perfect decoration for Tu B'Shevat, (this Friday night) the holiday in which we celebrate trees and their delicious and amazing fruits! And though the holiday is almost here, you still have time to make a few of these to grace your table. And while you may not have the time, (I choose…

  • Baked Treats For Tu B’Shevat. Yumm.

    In case you haven't noticed I've been way to busy crafting to even consider baking, but a few of my friends sent over some recipes for Tu B'Shevat that I wanted to share with you. Mostly Healthy Fruit and Nut Cake (photo on right, courtesy of my friend Tali over at matzosoup.com) Tali likes this…

  • Make Etherial Cherry Blossom Garlands From Disposable Tablecloths!

    Isn't this just dreamy? I don't know why it never occurred to me that the chandelier in my stair well, as well as the banister are perfect places to hang seasonal decorations! In fact, other than painting this space peacock blue, (which I still love even three years later) I have yet to figure out…

  • Celebrate Winter Fruit: Quick Tu B’Shevat Decorating Ideas

    If you already know that you've got a busy week ahead, and there won't be much time for decorating for Tu B'Shevat (the Jewish New Year for the trees) here are a few simple tricks that you can do in just a few minutes. Stock up on colorful citrus fruit and some green apples, and…

  • Fragrant and Lovely Pomanders: The Perfect Winter Centerpiece (For Tu B’Shevat)

    These gorgeous pomanders are an amazing winter project! They'll fill your home with the most delicious aroma of orange-scented cloves and you can make them without a huge investment of time. Sit down with the kids, or a friend, and make some together, that's what I did! Even my 4.5 year old had great success…

  • Tissue Paper Blossoms On Real Branches: Stunning!

    Tissue paper blossoms glued to real branches look like the real thing, only you can enjoy them for years! I've had these for over a year and a half, and they've been transported several times to various functions and they're still looking fine. I found these branches on the side of the road, a by-product…

  • Super Cute Crocheted Flower Garland: A Breath of Spring!

    Isn't this just the cutest? This is my ode to the almond blossoms that will bloom in another two weeks or so in my part of the world, coinciding with the Jewish holiday of Tu B'Shevat. I just love fruit trees in bloom, and these crocheted flowers are so different and yet so similar to…

  • Recycle Promotional Magnets And Make Fun Art For Your Fridge!

    I really hope you've been saving those promotional magnets you get with the pizza delivery or from a myriad of people trying to get you to remember them on your fridge. Because I've finally come up with a great project that everyone in the family will love! Simply scrub off the printed paper side after…

  • Anticipate Spring With Delicate Tissue Paper Collages on Canvas!

      I'm very happy to report that I have readers from all over the globe, and while some are enjoying summer, many more I suspect are experiencing snow and cold weather. In Israel, we have unfortunately not had much of a winter this year (we really really need rain!) and my kids even left the…

  • A Cute & Colorful Cherry Blossom Tree For Tu B’Shevat

    One of my favorite times of the year is early Spring, when it's still really winter, but the fruit trees start to signal the change of season with their gorgeous display of pink and white blooms. While I grew up with Japanese cherry trees that were planted specifically for their Spring display of pink blooms,…

  • Moroccan Olives In Red Sauce—Delicious!

    The other day my funny four year old happened to be in the kitchen alone with a can of olives. I heard him say "look what happened to my nails!" And then interestingly enough, Moroccan olives came to mind and I thought "what a perfect recipe for Tu B'Shevat this year" (since it falls on…