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DIY Fruity Birthday Number Centerpiece
Mazel tov to my wonderful daughter, whose birthday is today! A big phew, because tonight we enter the somber period of the 9 days, on the Jewish calender, and if she had been born just one day later I would not have been able to make her festive birthday parties until 10 days later! For…
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Welcome To Craft Schooling Sunday!
Welcome to Craft Schooling Sunday, thanks so much for joining me here! Take advantage of all things summer to delve into some crafts, whether old favorites or trying something new! Think of projects to take along on summer trips or outings, things that you can do in the car, at the cabin, or even as…
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Canna Blooms In My Container Garden
In the middle of July, both red leafed and green leafed Canna blooms in my container garden in Northern Israel! Okay, not a dense collection of blooms, but rather just a few, but I'll take it! And I'm really loving the height of the red leafed Canna this year, fabulous! I have noticed that Canna…
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DIY Decoupage Votives To Remember Jerusalem Using Recycled Jars
Pulling this one from the archives, because it is a favorite. Make a bunch for every Jewish holiday and then mix and match for a very amazing display! We love having guests with sweet babies, and are more than happy when there are baby food jars to craft with! Even before the guests left I…
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Paint The Stones Of The Kotel Craft For The 17th of Tammuz
I have pulled this post from the archives, as it is truly a perfect one for the somber day of the 17th of Tammuz, which is today. Today is the 17th of Tammuz, a solemn fast day on the Jewish calender which marks the beginning of a three week period of mourning for the destruction…
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Welcome To Craft Schooling Sunday!
Welcome to Craft Schooling Sunday, thanks so much for joining me here! Tonight we usher in a very sad day on the Jewish calendar, the 17th of Tammuz, which is the beginning of a 3 week mourning period, leading up to the day which marks the destruction of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem. The 17th…
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Things To Consider When Welcoming a Foster Child
Welcoming a foster child into your family is a magical time. But are you confident you know how to take every step properly? Read this to find out!
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Summer Tools For Busy Moms
School’s out for summer and while this may be great news for your children, as an already-busy mom, you may find yourself with even less time on your hands to check all the items on your to-do list than ever before. While 84% of moms who work full-time believe they are doing what is…
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How to Prepare Rain Gutters for Summer Storms
Summer is a time for fun and relaxation… and for many, severe storms. The thundershowers and high winds that characterize severe summer weather can wreak havoc on your home, particularly if your rain gutters aren’t up to the task of channeling water away from your roof and siding. I'll admit, that in Northern Israel we…
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Welcome To Craft Schooling Sunday!
Welcome to Craft Schooling Sunday! July is on its way, meaning oh my summer is speeding by! I'll admit, this year I'm focusing on art and especially my sketchbook, but missing crochet, so maybe I'll just have to make at least something, or try to do some stash busting projects, if I could only find…
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A Peak Into My Northern Israel July Container Garden Blooms!
We are in the 7th year in Israel, a year called "shmittah" in which we let the land rest, and while this also applies to my container garden, it does not mean that I need to let the plants die, but rather tending to them in a more minimal way than usual. Of course my…
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How To Thicken Fabric For DIY Projects
Dreaming of sewing your own tent? Or maybe a play teepee for the kids? And if so, trying to think of a way to thicken your fabric? First lets take a look at the options available for thick fabric and then learn about how to go about thickening that fabric that you really want to…
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How To Design A Timeless Kid’s Room
Thinking about how to design a timeless look for your child's room but not sure how to go about it? First, let me congratulate you for realizing that truly, a child's room need not look like Disneyland nor be a combination of bright colors and busyness. I'd say leave that look for the play center…
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Welcome To Craft Schooling Sunday!
Welcome to Craft schooling Sunday, thanks so much for joining me here! A gorgeous crocheted square, also made according to the temperature of each day, from frau tschi tschi.Gorgeous summer crochet along, crochet stitch sampler, from frau tschi tschi. Cute as can be crocheted doll clothes from craft attic resources, an 8" doll spring…
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Packing And Moving Tips To Beat The Stress
Getting ready for a big move, or even a small one, like moving your office or emptying your storage space? Though packing your home or office for moving is no rocket science, you do need some knowledge and forethought to do it right. First, take a deep breath, as sometimes moves can be very…
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Summer Is For Making Candles!
I'm reposting this candlemaking craft, because today is the last day of school for many, here in Israel, and well, it is time to get crafting! Remember making candles at summer camp? I sure do, especially the ones we made at the beach in milk cartons! Candle making can be on the messy side, but…
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The Gravesite of Ovadia HaNavi In Bar Am, Northern Israel
On our local outings during the holiday of Passover we visited the ancient gravesite of Ovadia HaNavi in Baram, Northern Israel. I'm just now getting around to sharing my photos with you, because, well, life is busy, and I'll admit that I've been favoring my @sara.rivka.dahan instagram account, meaning I have not been creating content…
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How To Choose The Best Online Furniture Stores
If you are moving into a new home or even opening a new shop or office, you will likely need to furnish it, or at least pick up a few new pieces to make it look as good as possible given your budget. If the new place comes with furniture you may be looking…
