During the Passover Seder it is tradition to pour a cup of wine for the Prophet Elijah, which is left untouched for the rest of the ceremonial part of the evening. According to Jewish tradition, Elijah will one day appear as an unknown guest to announce the arrival of the Messiah. It is customary as […]
Category: Artist Interviews
Downloadable Purim Colouring Sheets and Activity Pages Your Children Will Enjoy
Purim is around the corner and we can not wait to try out one of these delicious Hamantaschen recipes! But first, we want to do some Arts and Crafts with our children. What would Purim be without it? Shop: MazelTovShop Shop: MomsAndCrafters Shop: StudioArmadillo Shop: ColoringPrintableArt Shop: JewishChaiLife Photos: Courtesy of ETSY
Made in Israel: 24 Kiddush Cups to Add to Your Wish List!
What was the most memorable home ritual for you growing up? Almost everyone we have asked this question, who grew up in a Jewish household, answered with the word Kiddush. (Even non-Jewish friends agree with us that Friday nights are the best spent with Jewish friends. Who can blame them?) Friday is a very special […]
Meet the Artist: Sophie Selbiger Seban
Photo: Courtesy of Sophie Selbiger Seban Tell us a little bit about yourself and your background. I was born in Versailles, France, in 1966 and made Aliyah to Israel in 1994. I got married and am a mother to four children. Three boys and a girl. Up until about three years ago, I have worked […]
Meet the Artist: Faigy Hager
Photo: Courtest of Faigy Hager Tell us a little bit about yourself and your background. I am a mother of two adorable toddlers living in Passaic, New Jersey. I am also an occupational therapist and work full-time for the Newark public school system. I had been painting as an outlet for over 18 years when […]
20 Gorgeous Havdalah Sets by 6 Israeli Designers You Need in Your Home
Welcoming Shabbat on a Friday night is something very special and dear to so many Jewish families all around the world. Bidding it farewell and welcoming the new week with an equally wonderful Havdalah ceremony in your home has its very own charm and should not be missed. To enhance your Jewish home practice even […]
54 Wedding Anniversary Gifts your Spouse will love for your 5th until your 90th
Does your spouse always come up with the best and most thoughtful anniversary presents for you? Do you often feel clueless what to get her? Finding the perfect present to celebrate your wedding anniversary, regardless of if it is your 5th, 10th, 15th, or 20th, is not always an easy task to fulfil. Should you […]
Meet the Artist: Shaina Botzer
Photo: Courtesy of Shaina Botzer Tell us a little bit about yourself and your background. I am 37, I was born in the US, In Virginia, and made Aliyah at the age of 4 with my family. I was raised in Israel, and I’ve been married for 14 years to my soulmate David. We began […]
Meet the Artist: Helene Hirsch of ChaiSigns18
Photo: Courtesy of ChaiSigns18 Tell us a little bit about yourself and your background. I am a 62-year-old mom of two terrific young adults. Hubby and I met on Kibbutz Maagan Michael’s Ulpan and we have been happily married for 33 years. I’m a competitive swimmer and have medaled in local, national, and international swim […]
18 Torah Pointers That Make A Perfect Bat or Bar Mitzvah Present!
Becoming a Bat or Bar Mitzvah is a very special and very important moment in a young person’s life. Over the years we were fortunate to have had the opportunity to attend countless celebrations ourselves in various communities across Europe, North America, and Israel. When invited to celebrate such a special occasion with young adults […]