Think it’s too difficult to create costumes that are completely unique? With a little creativity (and a scissor, some glue, or a needle and thread), you can do it too. Yes, I’m that crazy person who knows what we’re dressing up as for the following Purim by the time Pesach comes around. I like to…
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Mishloach Manos Wine Bottles for Pesach
You don’t have to use it all the wine up now! You know those small pretty bottles of wine that are always found in the loot after Purim? The ones that would just be a tease on the shabbos table? Don’t drink them!! Clean those bottles and put them away for Pesach. But don’t drink…
There’s No Such Thing as “Unhealthy” Food
Does the title surprise you? Junk can be ok. As long as it’s just “sometimes.” Here’s how to deal with the Purim overload. With Purim around the corner, most moms are bracing themselves for the onslaught of junk and goodies that are about to pour through the door. What to tell the kids? No one…
How to Keep Fried Foods Fresh and Crispy
I want to fry taco shells ahead of time to use for Purim. What’s the best way to keep fried food fresh and crispy? As I was discussing with Leah the best way to fry these taco shells ahead of time to use in this recipe for my mishloach manot, she said, “Why don’t you…
You Asked for It! Victoria’s White Chocolate Crispy Candy Bark
It’s Three Ingredients, Super Easy, and Super Yum. This White Chocolate Bark Beats ‘Em All. “That white chocolate bark thing that you made…what is it??” I don’t think anyone who takes a bite of this bark expects it to be this good…when I have these in my freezer, I’d avoid getting fleishig just so I…
Want to Give Real Food for Your Mishloach Manos? Here’s Our Solution.
These are the real food mishloach manos your recipients are guaranteed to open and enjoy pronto. We all crave real food on Purim, but for some reason, food (as opposed to sweets) is so much harder to package. We needed a solution (and assumed you’d like one too) that still looks neat and classy (and…
21 Cute Kids Mishloach Manot Containers You Can Get on Amazon
Want to give an item they’ll value and keep? Or match a theme? Or stay on budget? There are containers here that’ll work for whatever your kids are giving. If you don’t want to run around town, and instead have those kid’s Purim containers come to you (let the grocery deliver the candy, add a…
Didn’t Choose a Purim Costume Yet? Be Inspired by These!
From the super creative to the super cute…you’ll be amazed by the thought and details in each costume. Every year, along with a couple of other photographers in other cities, my studio holds a fundraiser by taking Purim portraits in exchange for a donation. Each family comes in their Purim costume and gets a file…
We’ve Created Custom Purim Labels Just for You!
The mishloach manos are all wrapped up. All they need are the perfect Purim labels. The special, custom label with your family name on it is just the touch your mishloach manos needs. But, the labels out there simply aren’t your taste. And it’s costly to hire a graphic designer just for a label. Last…
How to make a Mask with Paper Mache
Don’t throw out that mask! Here’s a paper mache project your kids can make to decorate their room They just rolled out of bed a bit later than usual. But after the whirlwind of the last few days, mom is not up to being the entertainer today. No prob. Get out yesterday’s mask, mix some…