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Craft Schooling Sunday Is Sadly Postponed
Dear Friends, the unthinkable happened on Shabbat (Saturday morning) in southern Israel, with a mass surprise attack starting at 6:30 am on Shabbat and our festive holiday of Simchat Torah that were celebrated together this year. As we in the North of the country celebrated, oblivious to what was happening in the South of the…
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Watercolor Feather Cut-Outs For Art Journaling
There is something so very wonderful about watercolor feather cut-outs, and when you cut them out, wow! I am currently making a third watercolor art journal as a pre-wedding countdown gift, and have used many of the feathers shown here as collage elements. And when you consider that the feather is a writing tool,…
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Welcome To Craft Schooling Sunday!
Wishing everyone an amazing Succot holiday! Is Israel we have transitioned from "yom tov" to "chol hamoed", though elsewhere in the world those who observe Jewish law are still unplugged for another entire day. Of course time spent in the succah with family and friends, with no phones in sight is truly precious! Succot is…
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Huge Agave Plants Thrive In Historic Haddon Hill, Oakland
I have yet to share the many many photos from our summer vacation in California, but thought I'd start by sharing with you these amazing giant Agave plants that were everywhere in the Haddon Hill neighborhood of Oakland, CA. I love agave, but they are very expensive in Israel, and the small one I once…
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DIY Tree Of Life Wall Decor, That Is Perfect For The Succah!
Reposting this as we work on our succah decor, which includes this lovely tree of life, made from an olive tree branch. The succah needs to be finished basically tonight, so gotta run! The tree of life is a universal Jewish symbol, and this year it is center stage in our succah, as a DIY…
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How to Create Engaging DIY Costume Workshops for Drama and Art Students
It is true, in Israel and in the Jewish world costume time is Purim, though it is never too early to get started and maybe even make some costumes for a Chanukah skit, or as wonderful holiday gifts? And when you get your kids used to homemade costumes you are doing them a huge favor!…
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Welcome To Craft Schooling Sunday!
Welcome to Craft Schooling Sunday, thanks for joining me here! Lets get this party started, as on Sunday night we will be ushering in the Jewish holiday of Yom Kippur which includes a 24 hour fast and for us, an entire day spent in the synagogue which is exactly where we want to be, though…
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DIY Recycled Cardboard Roosters Craft For Yom Kippur
Pulling this one out of the archives because it is just too sweet and too wonderful not to share. Make a giant cardboard rooster for Yom Kippur, and then use him any time! Give him a birthday crown? A ski hat? You got the picture, so go for it! Ever thought about using some recycled…
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8 Tips to Help Plan Your Financial Future
Now that it is a new year on the Jewish calender, we can use this opportunity to take steps towards a more organized and financially secure year to come! Let's do it! The one thing that a pandemic and inflation have taught us, is to have substantial control over our finances. While we were recovering from…
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10 Great Gifts For The Cyclist In Your Life
Cyclists are a dedicated and passionate community, and finding the perfect gift for the cyclist in your life is a wonderful way to show your support for their love of cycling. Of course in addition to "cyclists" who pursue cycling as a sport or form of exercise, there is also a large group of folks…
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Holiday Break: Craft Schooling Sunday Returns Next Week
Shanah Tovah, Happy New Year! Today, Sunday is Rosh HaShana, the two day Jewish New Year Holiday, so I am unplugged and will resume the party next week. It just wouldn't feel right to know that someone might be adding links to my virutal party while I'm listening to the blowing of the shofar (on…
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Splatter Pomegranate Last Minute Rosh HaShana Card
A splatter pomegranate last minute Rosh HaShana card is just the thing! Because, YES, the Jewish New Year, Rosh HaShana starts tomorrow night, but there is still time to squeeze in a few last minute Rosh HaShana cards, even if you don’t give them until after the holiday, which is just fine too! The 10…
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Apple Card Rosh HaShana Jewish New Year’s Cards
Reposting this from 3 years ago and silly me, just realized that of course my son's birthday is coming up again so time to make him a card, like right now! You on the other hand may have a few days? One of my sweet sons has a 17th birthday tomorrow, just two days shy…
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Welcome To Craft Schooling Sunday!
Welcome to Craft Schooling Sunday, thanks so much for joining me here! With the jewish New Year, Rosh HaShana coming on Friday night, we are now in the last week of the year, so it is time to get crafting whether it be Rosh HaShana cards or decorations for the holiday, or even something say,…
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Giant Origami Apples Rosh HaShana Craft
I am reposting this giant origami apples tutorial because it is just to wonderful not to share again. Make apples to enjoy for Rosh HaShana and use as succah decorations as well! So simple and while you are at it, make a whole giant bushel full! Origami apples are so simple to make and are…
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The New Mediterranean Seashore Trail Starts In Rosh HaNikra, Israel
If you love hiking, Israel is full of amazing trails, both moderate and difficult, so there is something for everyone. Despite the small size of our country, there is a huge variety of experiences, from mountain, to lake, to sea, to volcanic plateaus, to rolling hills, to dessert, to red rock canyons, together with a…
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An Ancient Rock Quarry On The Mediterranean In Rosh HaNikra, Israel
One of my very favorite sites in Israel, Rosh HaNikra just got even more special, as I seriously did not know that seashore area below the famous cliffs is a huge archeological site, who knew? I did notice that the rocks were an interesting shape, but until Iooked it up it did not occur to…
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Welcome To Craft Schooling Sunday!
Welcome to Craft Schooling Sunday, thanks for joining me here! How did September sneak up on us so quickly, meaning Rosh HaShana and the Jewish holiday season are coming, yikes! Truthfully I have more than enough decorations and a good plan in place for the succah, but hope to possibly make something new as well,…
