bas mitzvah

How to Make Your Bas Mitzvah Girl Feel Special on Her Special Day 

by | June 17, 2023 | 2 comment(s)

Mazal Tov, she’s now a woman! There’s something special about planning a bas mitzvah. I haven’t yet had the zechus to make a bar mitzvah, but I’m deep in the throes of planning my second bas mitzvah. Bas Mitzvah parties are celebrated so differently from community to community. Where I live, there is no standard…

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14 Graduation Gift Ideas for Boys and Girls

by | May 25, 2022 | 1 comment(s)

Do you have a soon-to-be graduate in the family? There’s someone graduating and perhaps you want to get them that special gift–but just what? Here are some ideas that he or she just might love! Do you have any great grad gift ideas? Share more ideas in comments below! The Miva Does your daughter wish…

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The Perfect Makeup Bag Comes in Two Sizes and at a Great Price

by | October 03, 2021 | 5 comment(s)

Whether you need a bag for travel or for home, we found a bag that keeps your makeup organized. In my daily routine, I don’t wear much makeup. Eyeliner, brow pencil, maybe mascara and I’m ready for the day. For Shabbos and occasions, though, I do add some more. So when I travel, I can…

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Some Cute Ideas for Your Daughter’s Bas Mitzvah Party

by | June 01, 2021 | 15 comment(s)

Do you want to add a spiritual element to the party? Or do you need some extra fun?  My daughter’s bas mitzvah party, overall, was pretty typical for our neighborhood. We had a dairy buffet and dessert table plus a project for the girls to do as an activity. (They decorated tumblers with waterproof stickers….

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Planning a Simcha? 10 Things Your Makeup Artist Wants You to Know

by | June 01, 2021 | 0 comment(s)

Is there a wedding coming up? Mazel tov! A makeup artist shares these helpful tips. Do you have a large family? Find out how many people your makeup artist is comfortable doing in one day, and don’t try to push in more. You don’t want to risk her being exhausted later in the day, or…

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One Great Gift Idea for Graduation/Bat Mitzvah/Birthdays and More

by | May 27, 2021 | 5 comment(s)

Sometimes you need an inexpensive gift, but you still want it to be wrapped up nicely. We know the wrapping really does make a difference. It makes you feel better when giving the gift, and it makes the recipient feel more special when receiving it. The perception is just different.  A few weeks ago, my…

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What’s the Newest Fun Idea for Your Party? A Popcorn Bar

by | December 10, 2017 | 6 comment(s)

Sure, there’s lots of desserts, donuts of course, and a salad bar and sushi bar. But the latest, most fun element of the party is the Popcorn Bar.  Are throwing a Chanukah party? You might love some of the details at this Bas Mitzvah that you can incorporate into it. Note that all these photos…

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Dairy Party Menu Ideas

by | October 09, 2016 | 2 comment(s)

Dairy Party Menu Ideas Menu #1 Dairy Party for a Crowd of 30 This party was originally planned for a Bas Mitzvah Sunday Lunch. Starters: Sushi, Mushroom Wontons Soup: Onion Soup with Croutons and Cheese Salads: Spinach and Quinoa Salad (from Secret Restaurant Recipes) Nish Nosh Salad Caesar Salad Lettuce, Feta Cheese, and Teriyaki Mushrooms Other…

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