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How To Upcycle Liquor Bottles For DIY Holiday Projects
I just love all the shapes and sizes that are used in order to make liquor bottles special……and of course I love the bottle itself much more than the contents, not to worry! While a huge collection of liquor bottles wasn't something I've had previously, one on my sons just got married, and the bride's…
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Wishing You A Very Happy And Light Filled Chanukah
Today is the eight day of Chanukah, called "zot chanukah" meaning THIS is chanukah, since it is the culmination of 8 nights of lighting the chanukah menorah, and giving thanks for the miracles we continue to witness, and all the amazing things that are a part of this life. May the light of our chanukah…
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How To Remove Labels From Glass Liquor Bottles, Wine Bottles And Jars
If you are like me, and you love DIY that especially makes use of recyclables, knowing how to remove labels from glass jars and bottles is imperative! After all, those amazing looking liquor bottles and great shaped jars and bottles of every kind can be used in so many ways, and it is such a…
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Simple DIY Polka Dot Candles For Chanukah Or Anytime!
Looking for a simple way to brighten up your Chanukah menorah? How about using DIY polka dot candles which are simple to make and so much fun! I'll admit, I'm using these candles for holiday decor to show off this lovely vintage chanukah menorah but you can certainly make candles like these to burn for…
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Stand-Up Cardboard Dreidel Craft For Chanukah!
The wonderful thing about Chanukah is that it is eight days long, so we can make crafts during the holiday as well as leading up to the holiday! And of course simple recycling crafts that pack up well to save for next year and years to come are truly the best! One such craft is…
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Craft Schooling Sunday Returns Sunday Jan 7th
Wishing everyone a joyful Chanukah and a happy holiday season, looking forward to reconnecting in 2024!
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Welcome To Craft Schooling Sunday!
Welcome to Craft Schooling Sunday, thanks for joining me here! With Chanukah coming up on Thursday night I am officially very busy with the crafting, but fortunately had a bit of a head start with the crafts I posted last week, so just a few more finishing touches and the decor will be ready, then…
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Recycled Liquor Bottle Candlestick Craft
It is true, I made these recycled liquor bottle candesticks for a Chanukah party that was held last night, but truthfully they are so universal they can be used for any festive occasion and any time that you want the look of candles without the safety concerns! And of course you could go for paper…
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DIY Kid-Safe Paper Candles For Chanukah Crafting
This year I'm adding something new to my already very vast archive of chanukah crafts…….paper candles craft! I'm truly loving these paper candles and can't wait to use them in so many ways this chanukah. You can make paper candles to fit into a chanukah menorah that you won't be lighting or to put into…
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DIY Sparkle Flames For Holiday Crafting Projects
With Chanukah in just one week, it is time to get crafting! Fortunately for me, I made some crafty centerpieces for a women's gathering last night, which forced me to craft, so together with projects from past years I now officially have more than enough to decorate, phew! Of course that does not mean I'm…
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Master Freecell: A Step By Step Guide
The winter holiday season is here, which means more time indoors, possibly travel time for vacation or to get together with friends and family, and of course school vacation! While of course limiting screen time is recommended, sometimes an online game is just the perfect thing to help one relax or fill a small pocket…
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Welcome To Craft Schooling Sunday!
Welcome to Craft Schooling Sunday, thanks so much for joining me here! Phew, after 6 months of wedding planning and then the pre-wedding festivities, wedding festivies and week of sheva brachot meals hosted by friends and family after the wedding, we are now moving on to the next phase of our young couple's life, which…
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Cultural Festivals and Celebrations To Explore in Narita
The city of Narita, located in the Chiba Prefecture of Japan, is globally known for its international airport, however, it offers so much more than just a transit hub. On top of serene landscapes and the convenient luggage storage Narita offers, this city is home to some of Japan's most fascinating festivals and celebrations. So…
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Dreidel Craft With Drinking Straws
Dusted this post off after pulling it from the archives, and now i think I need to buy some fun paper straws and get to work! Here is what I wrote when i originally posted this: Plastic drinking straws have been outlawed in California indicating that they are not a good thing for our environment,…
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Drinking Straw Chanukah Menorah Craft
Re-posting this fun Chanukah craft from the archives, and since plastic drinking straws are now outlawed in many places around the world, (and no longer sold at Ikea, where these were purchased) please make this craft using paper straws, or use up the plastic ones you have hanging around? Hanukkah crafts made from plastic drinking…
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Simple Origami Dreidel Craft For Chanukah
Once again pulling this out of the archives as a great craft that you can start now in order to be ready for Chanukah! Think about making these dreidels in a bunch of sizes too! Origami dreidels are simple to make and can be used in so many fun ways, for example for Chanukah garlands,…
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Welcome To Craft Schooling Sunday!
Welcome To Craft Schooling Sunday! Last week's party was on the small side, and I'm busy with wedding week celebrations, so please share your latest together with last week's contributions, and I will post the features next week. Wishing everyone only the best.
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Origami Star Of David In 3 Minutes, For Chanukah Or Any Time
If you are folding some origami doves, or origami dreidels, then you might just want an origami star of David or 20, to make a Chanukah garland or mobile. I looked into all the ways that one can make an origami star of david, and even stopped part way through the 15 minute folding adventure,…
