Hanukkah is known as the festival of lights, and as such, it has some really great decorating potential; however, it is often overlooked as an excuse to decorate the home, or the decoration consists mostly of art projects created by little kids. While I am always a big fan of using homemade kid decorations as a fun way to decorate the home, here are a few other Hanukkah decorating ideas for a dinner party or for just making winter a little cozier.
1) Candles Candles Candles: It might seem obvious, but there really is no better way to decorate for
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Sweet Potato Latkes
by Shannon Cyr December 5th, 2011 | Hanukkah
Also known as the Festival of Lights, Hanukkah is a Jewish holiday that honors the re-dedication of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem during the Maccabean Revolt. The eight day holiday is celebrated differently within Jewish communities, with each having its own unique traditions. A few universally practiced traditions include spinning the dreidel, lighting the hanukkiyah, and eating fried food. Since Hanukkah celebrates the miracle of oil, it is customary to eat fried foods like latkes during the holiday celebration.
If you’ve never had a Latke before, you don’t know what you’re missing! These tasty little treats are oil fried potato
If you’ve never had a Latke before, you don’t know what you’re missing! These tasty little treats are oil fried potato
Hanukkah Party Ideas
by T Akery December 1st, 2011 | Hanukkah
Hanukkah starts on December 20th this year. With almost three weeks until it begins, there is time to plan. While you probably already have the basics, consider these ideas to add a little extra fun.
Kids enjoy playing games. Take a few minutes to print a few Hanukkah puzzle sheets. Consider things like word searches or a crossword puzzle. Add a little spice by turning it into a competition with the winner receiving a party favor. Pick the difficulty of the puzzle to correspond with the age.
For kids too young to read, send them on a treasure hunt to learn
Kids enjoy playing games. Take a few minutes to print a few Hanukkah puzzle sheets. Consider things like word searches or a crossword puzzle. Add a little spice by turning it into a competition with the winner receiving a party favor. Pick the difficulty of the puzzle to correspond with the age.
For kids too young to read, send them on a treasure hunt to learn
Making Hanukkah Candles
by Jessica B. November 28th, 2011 | Hanukkah
Hanukkah is the festival of lights, so what could be a more appropriate holiday craft than making your own candles? There are many methods to choose from. Some are easier with little kids, and some are a little limiting, but it is an easy activity to brighten those long winter nights.
Easy: Good for Small Children
Beeswax Hanukkah candles – These are by far the easiest candle to make. They also smell wonderful! The only downside is the materials can be a bit pricey. You need to purchase wicks and sheets of beeswax. You can find them online or at a
Easy: Good for Small Children
Beeswax Hanukkah candles – These are by far the easiest candle to make. They also smell wonderful! The only downside is the materials can be a bit pricey. You need to purchase wicks and sheets of beeswax. You can find them online or at a
Holiday Gift Wrapping Creativity
by TK December 14th, 2010 | Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Presents
Gift giving is usually proceeded with the effort of gift wrapping. Everyone seems to have his or her own method and plan to the art of gift wrapping. But what are some helpful, creative tips that may make your wrapping a little special? This was the topic of an idea request over at our sister site, Idea Offer. The selected idea came from FuriousD:
The most creative gift wrapping is done using simple elements (using what you already have lying around); with recycled paper and paper shopping bags, tin foil and ribbons, and adding
The most creative gift wrapping is done using simple elements (using what you already have lying around); with recycled paper and paper shopping bags, tin foil and ribbons, and adding
