There’s a lot of guests coming and there’s not a lot of time. So how does Raizy fine tune her Shabbos prep so it can all get done efficiently? Recently, my sister, who is a new Chabad slucha, asked me to help her with Shabbos prep, so I wrote out step-by-step instructions and decided…
Menus & Entertaining
The Simple Trick for Getting Beautiful New Tablecloths on a Budget
Don’t like to cover your Shabbos tablecloth with a plastic? That can mean lots of tablecloths over a three-day yomtov! So what’s the best way to accumulate enough tablecloths to have a fresh one for each meal without breaking the bank? It’s simple. Buy some wide fabric in the length you need! Depending on…
12+ Amazing Table Settings to Inspire Your Spring Table
You can give your tablesettings a bright spring pop this Shavuos with a disposable placemat or charger from Altoona Designs. **Limited Time Only** Get 15% off your purchase of $49 with code 15%OFF (all caps). We all want our spring and summer tables to put our family and guests in the happy, cheerful mood. But…
This Vintage-Inspired Tea Party Was Completely DIY
Need summer entertaining ideas? Like to plan your parties affordably, all on your own? No party planner helped in the planning of this event. And once I shared the details and sources, you’ll see how easy it is to do it yourself too! Yes, beautiful parties can be practical too. Practical as in disposable dinnerware,…
What Size Tablecloth Do I Need?
How much tablecloth hang looks best? And what do I do if I’m adding leaves to my table? Here’s how to choose the right size. This time of year, it may be time for a new tablecloth. But you may be wondering – what is the right size for my table? People usually get…
8 Magnificent and Affordable Ways to Upgrade Your Yom Tov Table
A little bit of gold, glitter, or marble can go a very long way. These tabletop picks really make your table wow. By Devorah Rubin We are going to be sitting at our Yom Tov tables for 30 hours over next few weeks. So how about freshening up our table without spending to much time…
Happy, Fed Children at A Family Simcha. It’s Possible.
Do the kids in your family always wipe out the dessert table before adults even see it? Here’s your simcha solution. I was planning a family simcha in my home, hosting many ladies and even more children. I love setting up parties and get togethers, and I enjoy feeding people and seeing my friends and…
Yes, This Is a Recipe for Water. The Most Delicious Fruit-Infused Water
Stay hydrated in the summer and make it easier to drink more water by infusing it with fruits and herbs. Here’s how! By Sarah Chana Gruskin With the hot summer months upon us, the struggle of staying hydrated becomes real. A good chunk of our time is spent in the great outdoors which tends…
For the Nine Days, It’s Back to the Kid-Pleasing Basics
Our no-fuss nine day menus aren’t about indulgent dairy dishes. We’re simply serving the basic, easy things our families love. We don’t like calling this list a “Nine Days Menu.” It’s not a Yom Tov, it’s not a simcha. We don’t want to forget the meaning of the week by indulging in our favorite dairy…
You’ll Love Our New Summer Entertaining Ideas + Custom Labels!
Use jars and bottles for the best easy summer table settings. This summer, it’s all about the personal portions…from the personal iced coffee to the personal guacamole.Plus! We designed labels to match! Your summer parties are set. We’re absolutely in love with these summer entertaining ideas! Plan now for your post-three weeks simchas and entertaining! All…