Because, you never know when you might need to wrap something. Sure, Chanukah gifting season is upon us, but, this isn’t only about Chanukah. There are many occasions when one might find themselves in the need to wrap something and…let’s just say, many times we find ourselves unprepared. Been there? Yeah, me too. So, that…
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Finding Meaning in the Madness
Nine Life Lessons of Purim Purim is a Yom Tov like no other in the sheer craziness it brings. First, there are weeks preceding it with so many decisions to make. This is no where should we spend first days and last days, and what side dishes should I make with my Sukkos roast. There…
For the Kids: Draw Your Own Purim Caricatures
If your children loved our Jewish caricatures and Chanukah caricatures, they’ll love this activity. Free download! This one was a reader request and illustrator C.A. Kohn agreed to draw us some caricatures again! Moms can download and print and keep kids busy with an activity that builds anticipation for Purim. Simply download and print the…
Falafel Bites with Techina Pipettes
They are almost too cute to eat. But don’t worry, everyone will eat them anyway. Looking for that perfect party dish that can sit on a buffet and is delicious at room temperature? You found it. So tasty, filling, and not totally unhealthy. With so much candy and junk food lying around on Purim, you…
Tired of Grosgrain? More Ways to Wrap It Up
Depending on how you’re packaging up your mishloach manos, you might need some ribbon. We believe in simple no-fuss packaging (see this post for some practical ideas). Even with the most basic of boxes or bags (and that’s all you really need), often, it’s just the ribbon that pulls it together and makes the whole…
Fun and Festive Purim Table Inspiration
It’s super easy and lots of fun to set this Purim table! This year, we invited Devorah Rubin from Adorn Your Table back to bring us some new ideas for our Purim party table. Shall we start from the bottom up? Devorah used a solid mauve velvet tablecloth. Solid velvets are great–they can be dressed…
Use Your Phomemo Label Printer to Customize Your Mishloach Manos
It’s so easy to create those little custom touches! Anyone else find themselves assembling their mishloach manos on Taanis Esther and realizing that they don’t have the little stickers that say “dairy” or “yoshon”? Or you bought the perfect size cellophane bags for your jumbo cookies – but how are you sealing the bags efficiently…
11 Sources for DIY Purim Costume Inspiration + More
We’ve posted lots of Purim costume inspiration over the years, both for the DIYers + those who simply want to browse lots of ideas. Whether you’re making or buying, this is a great place to start to find that new idea!
Themes Where Kids Don’t Need to Match
Your kids can’t agree on one costume for Purim. But they still want some type of coordination. What can you do? We don’t really do themes. Perhaps it’s because we’re really out-of-towners at heart, or perhaps because I couldn’t ever imagine my children agreeing on one type of costume. For most years, Purim costumes went…
It’s Time for a Glow Party!
Put on some music, turn off the lights and start dancing! Whether you have 4 people in the room or 40, a dance party will always lighten the mood and make an evening more fun. Add some “glow” to the party and make it so much better! There’s something about dancing in the dark that…
