I always loved having hydrangeas around, but they never seemed to last more than a day or two before they began to wither and wilt. Then a friend of mine showed me a simple tip to keep these magnificient flowers looking fresh … Continue reading
All the flowers that grace your Shvuos table will surely be a delight to your eye, these will surely be a delight to you palette as well. Create them at any level, simple or sophisticated; any way you make them … Continue reading
Shvuot Candy Bouquet
Last Shvuot, my friend Leah Schapira invited me to be a guest blogger on cookkosher.com. Click here for the directions for the sweetest bunch of flowers yet! All it takes is a trip to the candy store, and let your creativity … Continue reading
My friend Abbey, from not 2 shabbey, is a creative genius. She has just kicked off a new and bold idea that will revolutionize crafting and decorating for the Jewish home. This month she began her bi-monthly online magazine called jCreate. I am … Continue reading
I have been making this kids favorite “Torah Treat” for many years in honor of Shavuot. No matter how exquisite the other dishes on the table, this has always been a Shavuot (and Simchat Torah of course) highlight for my children. Aside from delicious, they’re simple enough … Continue reading
Though this isn’t the most sophisticated idea, this simple, neat treat can be color coordinated and easily fill that extra cookie jar on your sweet table. Simply wrap a 2 ½” x 2 ¾” piece ofscrapbooking paper around 2 packages … Continue reading
Upsherin Cupcakes
These precious cupcakes are so easy to make and bound to be a big hit for your three year old, as he awaits his own Yarmulka. Supplies: Mini White Cupcakes Yellow candy melts Black fondant Cupcake wrappers (go to omgdesign for free printables) Directions: Copy … Continue reading
Few things can compare to the excitement of a three year old as he awaits his Upsherin (at least until he sees the real scissors!) With the big “Upsherin Day” just around the corner, here is a fun and easy idea that … Continue reading
For my nephews Bar Mitzvah, my sister made these adorable party favors. A mini replica of the typical hat box, with a chocolate hat inside, this box is certainly “out of the box”. They were piled up on a table … Continue reading
As we all get back into our normal post Pesach routine (whatever that is!) there is an age old custom to make “Shlissel” (Key) Challah as a Segulah (omen) for livelihood. This year, I added caramel coloring to part of … Continue reading