Passover with EtsyChai Updated!

The EtsyChai team has artisan crafted Passover items available to make your holiday stress-free. 

Celebrate freedom with Jewish creations from our shops. Purchase gifts for your Seder hostesses. 

We'll be posting more special offers during March. 

You MUST use the codes given at checkout to receive the special offers. 

Passover Gift Tag by BBesigns

Free shipping code "chai13"

Passover Seder Plate Bracelet by Linda B 

15% off purchases totaling $15 or more - Use Code Pass15for2013

Sectioned Matzah Cover

10% off code through March 15, PESACH5773FOR10

Charoset Bowl by Yafit

Free shipping on an order of two items or more. Code chai 13

Magen David Tablet by Meredith

10% off all product with Code "pass13"

Kos Miriam for Passover

Free shipping on an order of two items or more. Code 'chai 13'

We wish you a Hag v'kasher Pesach. 

By: Linda Blatchford, Team Captain

Shavuot 2012 : 5772

May 27, 2012 | Sivan 6, 5772

Shavuot is a harvest holiday, coming exactly fifty days after Passover – the word Shavuot meaning “Weeks” because this is 7 weeks after Passover.  Of course, it’s a historical holiday, as well as an agricultural one.  Shavuot is the time when Jews celebrate receiving the Torah on Mount Sinai.

Special customs have developed through the years for celebrating Shavuot: attending temple services; reciting the Akdamut poem; reading the Book of Ruth; decorating the home with flowers and branches to symbolize the harvest; and eating foods made with milk and cheese.

How do you celebrate Shavuot?

Shavuot - The Festival of Weeks - eve of June 7

This year Shavuot, or the Festival of Weeks, falls from the evening of June 7 through nightfall on June 9 (except in Israel, where it is only celebrated for one day). During this holiday we celebrate the day G-d gave the Torah to the Israelites assembled at Mount Sinai 40 days after the Exodus from Egypt.


It is noteworthy that the holiday is called the time of the giving of the Torah, rather than the time of the receiving of the Torah. The sages point out that we are constantly in the process of receiving the Torah, that we receive it every day, but it was first given at this time. Thus it is the giving, not the receiving, that makes this holiday significant.

But it's a holiday that is also connected to the season of the harvesting of grain. In the days of the Temple in Jerusalem, two loaves of bread from the wheat harvest were given as an offering on Shavuot.

Judaica Wine Charms

Continuing with the harvest theme, Shavuot was also the first day which people could bring the first fruits of the Israeli growing season (Bikkurim): wheat, barley, grapes, figs, pomegranates, olives, and dates.

Pomegranate wall hanging

Although Shavuot has no defined commandments (mitzvot) other than refraining from work, a special service in temple, and holiday meals, it does have many customs, which can be remembered by the anagram acharit (“last” in Hebrew):

Akdamut: the reading of a special poem during morning services on Shavuot. This is traditionally read just before that day's Torah reading.

Chalav: “Dairy”, eating dairy meals during the holiday. Popular choices include cheesecake, cheese blintzes, cheese kreplach, and, my daughter's favorite, cheese burekas.

Cheese Plate

Ruth: The reading from the Book of Ruth at morning services.

Yerek: The use of greenery to decorate synagogues and homes during the holiday.

Torah: All night Torah study. On the holiday of Shavuot, the entire Jewish nation heard from G‑d the Ten Commandments. The next day Moses went up to Mount Sinai, where he was taught by G‑d the rest of the Torah—both the Written and Oral Laws—which he then transmitted to the entire nation.

Sterling Torah Pendant

EtsyChai's Glass and Clay Artists

For a full list of all our shops offering promotions during our Miracles of Hanukkah sale, go here!

Some of the most fabulous artwork in Judaica is of clay and glass and the creations from EtsyChai's glass and clay artists are truly fabulous and unique.

Check out this incredible Koprivnica Synagogue Tzedaka Box by Agru. A beautiful way to give to charity.



















Havdallah Set in Turquoise and White By CeramicsbyMarcelle is a gorgeous way to end the Sabbath and welcome in the new week. I just love the colors.
















Red Hanukkah Ceramic Menorah Happy Holiday by Ooty
The menorah's organic shape and color is fun and playful.














Jewish Holiday Plate by ThreeSistersPlates would be perfect for the Hanukkah spread or a hostess gift.
















Yafitglass' Play the sax menorah I love this menorah. Playful and elegant. I can almost hear Kenny G. sigh.






Blog post by GoofingOff. Goofing off, it's what I do best.

Goofingoff

Going back to school while working full time left me little time to create artwork so I did what I do well, inspire others to create. Finding quality Judaic fabric is difficult so I provide Judaic fat quarters for those who sew. Other things found in my shop include modern and vintage sewing patterns and vintage items that touch the heart. When it comes to vintage, most items are once-in-a-lifetime-deals. Someone might make a replica but they won't make the original again. Here's a few of my finds:







Vintage Angel Salt and Pepper Shakers















Vintage Sewing Pattern Simplicity 1087 - 1950's Rockabilly Skirt Uncut and Complete


















Inner Faith by Robert Kaufman Judaic Fat Quarters Fabric








Check out my ship, GoofingOff.etsy.com during Team EtsyChai's Miracle of Hanukkah sale. Everything in the shop is 10% off and the discounts are already marked so you can get started goofing off, too.

Blog post by GoofingOff.

SewStacy:

Stacy's creative talents were nutured by her grandparents, inspiring her from an early age who taught her to knit and crochet. Stacy still crochets; the crocheted scarves in her shop are beautiful to look at and warm to wear. I just love the colors and the patterns. Here's a few:







Earth Tones Pippy Skinny Scarf







Navy and Metallic Scarflette















Skinny Crochet Copper and Brown Scarf











Lovely! The scarves look snuggly warm, just right for winter. Be sure to check out SewStacy during Team EtsyChai's Miracles of Hanukkah Sale. Stacy's offering free shipping on all purchases of two items or more. And don't forget the secret word....it's "Candles," that is unless you are from Jewish Woman Magazine, then it's JW Mag.

For a full list of Team EtsyChai's shops and the great deals offered during the sale click here.

Blog post by GoofingOff. GoofingOff, it's what I do best.

claybeadsandmore

Penny Stern, the creative force behind Clay Beads and More, has been creating since the tender age of five when she first learned how to knit. A few years ago she discovered polymer clay and found her calling. Her shop is filled with original jewelry,decorate all manner of objects, including key chains, pens, frames, mezuzahs, greeting cards, tins, and boxes. She even sells the polymer clay canes and beads for the do-it-yourselfer.

Here are a few of my favorites from Penny's shop:




Polymer Clay Hamsa










Retro Cube Beads













Polymer Clay Hair Clip











The patterns and colors in her work are beautiful. The barrette looks polished and glossy. Clay Beads and More is offering free international shipping on two or more items that total over $35, PLUS 10% off the least expensive item if you purchase 3 or more during Team EtsyChai's Miracles of Hanukkah sale. Tell Penny that GoofingOff sent you and don't forget to say Candles (JW mag for you folks from Jewish Woman Magazine).

For a full list of Team EtsyChai's shops and the great deals offered during the sale click here.

Blog post by GoofingOff. Goofing off, it's what I do best.

lindab142

When you see Lindab142 it is hard to believe Linda has only been beading 4-5 years. Her passion for bright colors and gemstones becomes unique beaded designs in her hands. Her Judaic line of jewelry and accessories is very popular. In her shop, LindaB142,are one-of-a-kind pendants, bracelets, earrings, bookmarks, rings, keychains, and car mirror jewelry. I almost forgot. You need to see her wire kippot! They are beautiful!



Woman's Beaded Copper Wire Kippah













Silver Leverback Hanukkah Earrings


















Black Czech Filigree Star of David Earrings






During Team EtsyChai's Miracles of Hanukkah Sale, Linda is offering 15% off purchases of $15 or more (excluding destash & shipping). Check out the shop and put some bling in someone's life, maybe yours. It's jewelry too pretty to give up, you might have to buy 2 of everything, one to give, one to keep.

Click here for a full list of the Team's shops and the deals offered during the Miracles of Hanukkah sale.
Remember the secret word, Candles unless you're from Jewish Woman Magazine (JW mag).

Blog post by GoofingOff. GoofingOff, it's what I do best.

CreativeArtCenter

Sarah Berman says arts and crafts have been a part of her life since she was a little girl. She has worked with glass, wood, fabric and now is studying the art of polymer clay. Lucky for us all because Sarah is a good student. Check out some of her creations from her shop. They are incredibly beautiful. Here's a sample:






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Blue Inlaid Dreidel Necklace












One of a Kind Polymer Clay Tile Bracelet (Utterly gorgeous!)



















Gold Menorah Cell Phone Charm






Sarah is offering 10% off all purchases during Team EtsyChai's Miracles of Hanukkah sale going on now. That's right, now. Tell her GoofingOff sent you and don't forget the secret word...it's candles, unless you got here from Jewish Woman Magazine, then it's JW mag. Enjoy, and shop til you drop.

Blog post by GoofingOff.....Goofing Off, that's what I do best.

MishMishmarket:

Susie Lubell of MishMishmarket says she "studied just about everything except painting." She didn't need to study painting as far as I am concerned. Her style is wonderful. Her work is beautiful, unique, and whimsical, and her style her own. The colors are vivid and the pictures bring a smile to all those who see them.

Susie works in watercolors and her prints have the feel of the original watercolor through her unique printing process. Her is some of her work:





Abundance Ketubah




















Little Village Watercolor Print and Verse











Little Bird Watercolor The best thing about her children's watercolors is they can be personalized in English or Hebrew. Talk about a perfect gift for a naming.


Check out Susie's shop, MishMishMarket.etsy.com and see the rest of her work. During Team EtsyChai's Miracles of Hanukkah sale Susie is giving 20% off purchases over $20. Don't forget the secret word, though. Remember, it's Candles, or JW mag if you got here from the magazine....Tell her GoofingOff sent you.

Blog post by GoofingOff. Goofing Off, it's what I do best.

Tamdoll

Each item in Tamdoll is unique and one-of-a-kind, handmade by Tammy Gross. Tammy has been creating for over 25 years and something new is always just around the corner - you never know what she'll come up with! Her creations include art dolls, distinctive handbags, fabric jewelry and collages...basically, lots of different things.

Here are some of my faves from Tamdoll.






Lost and Found no. 0002 - a unique fiber necklace






















Slow and Steady - Blue Green Yellow Turtle - OOAK - Brooch Fabric Jewelry
















Commandments Fiber Art Wall Hanging Bat Mitzvah Gift
















Check out Tamdoll.etsy.com and see the incredible creations Tammy has in the shop during Team EtsyChai's Miracles of Hanukkah Sale. Everything except the ribbon is 10% off. Don't forget the secret word....It's candles, JW Mag for those of you from Jewish Woman Magazine.


This feature written by Goofing Off.
Goofing Off, it's what I do best.

Today’s Featured Shops

We’ll be featuring a few shops a day. For a full list of our shops, watch the scrolling avatars at the top of the blog. For a full list of all our shops offering promotions during our Miracles of Hanukkah sale, go here!

Tracey’s Treasures – http://traceylipman.etsy.com

As one of our Israeli artists, Tracey exemplifies the word eclectic! She works in polymer clay, she works in fabric, and she works in a fairly new product called Paverpol. Her shop has Judaica, jewelry, bags, home decor, and tutorials. In fact, it’s always exciting to visit her shop because you never know what she’ll come up with next!



She is the co-founder of the Polymer Clay Guild of Beit Shemesh, Israel, where she also lives.
Since all her work is handmade, you can always find a unique, one of a kind item for that special someone in your life!

For the Miracles of Hanukkah Sale, Tracey’s Treasures is refunding 10% to you through Paypal if you spend $10 or more, excluding postage. Just use the code word in the “Notes to Seller”: If you are coming from this blog, use the secret word "candles."   For Jewish Woman Magazine, use the secret word "JW Mag."

Yafit’s First Glass – http://yafitglass.etsy.com

Yafit Haba is an Israeli glass artist and materials engineer who has been living in the US for the last 6 years. She began working in glass art back in Israel and continued on, exploring more techniques in beautiful Washington State. She enjoys designing new products and making molds or other specific equipment she needs. In her words, “Innovation is my strategy!!!”

Her shop contains both functional and decorative items. Each of them is a one-of-a-kind item, making each piece a collector’s item.



During the etsychai Miracles of Hanukkah sale, Yafit’s First Glass is offering a free gift ($15 value) with purchase. Just use the code word in the “Notes to Seller”: If you are coming from this blog, use the secret word "candles."   For Jewish Woman Magazine, use the secret word "JW Mag."

Mark Kaplan – http://markaplan.etsy.com

Mark Kaplan studied Jewelry and Metalsmithing at The Rhode Island School of Design. His absolute love for and pride in his craftsmanship shows in each and every one of the pieces in his shop.
Even though he lives in the smallest state in the U.S. (Rhode Island) he spends a great deal of time in the rather large continent of Asia. The influence of these travels shows up in many of his pieces.



Mark’s prices are extremely reasonable for the high quality of work he’s offering, making his etsy shop a great place to shop for anyone special in your life.

This post by April Grunspan of AgruArts

Miracles of Hanukkah Sale

Welcome to the Etsychai Miracles of Hanukkah Sale! Over the next few weeks, we’ll be featuring etsychai shops with a peek at what they have to offer. The sale runs from November 1st – 22nd, 2010.
Listed below are shops participating in the sale by offering discounts, free shipping, free gifts, or any combination. You can receive their special offer by typing the word “CANDLES” in the Notes to Seller when you make your purchase.
LIST OF PARTICIPATING SHOPS IN NO PARTICULAR ORDER:

KippahMitzvah                             Http://kippahmitzvah.etsy.com/shop   Free shipping.
(Fiber)

Tammy Gross                               Http://tamdoll.etsy.com                      Save 10% off non-ribbon purchases.
(Fiber)

MishMish Market                         Http://mishmishmarket.etsy.com         20% off purchases over $20.
(Art/Paper Goods)

Charmed Design                           Http://charmeddesign1012.etsy.com   10% off whole store.
(Jewelry)

Susan Knits                                  Http://susaneknits.etsy.com                 10% off purchase.
(Fiber)

Swirsky Designs                           Http://swirskydesigns.etsy.com            10% off anything, plus a free
(Jewelry)                                                                                                 gift with purchase over $30.

Tracey Lipman                             http://www.traceylipman.etsy.com       10% off purchases over $10.

(Polymer Clay)

Lindab142 (Eclectic)	Http://lindab132.etsy.com	15% off purchases totaling $15 or more (excludes destash & shipping). Refund will be made via Paypal or you may wait until I adjust the invoice.
Down to Earth Creations (Jewelry)	Http://downtoearthcreations.etsy.com	All items in my shop 10% off.
Poemweave (Eclectic)	Http://poemweave.etsy.com	Free shipping with purchase of three or more Scrabble tiles.
ClayBeadsAndMore (Eclectic)	Http://claybeadsandmore.etsy.com	Free international shipping on two or more items that total over $35, PLUS 10% off the least expensive item if you purchase 3 or more. Please mention “etsychai” in the Notes to Seller to be eligible.
A Cache of Jewels (Fiber)	Http://acacheofjewels.etsy.com	Free gift with every purchase
Blazingneedles (Fiber)	Http://blazingneedles.etsy.com	20% off all Judaica items during sale period.
Anothercreation (Paper Goods/Art)	Http://anothercreation.etsy.com	Buy one print for $20 and get second print for $10. Free shipping on orders over $50.
Ceramics by Marcelle (Pottery)	Http://ceramicsbymarcelle.etsy.com	18% off one item in shop.
GoofingOff (Vintage and Supplies)	Http://goofingOff.etsy.com	10% off everything in the shop.
Anjali Creations (Jewelry)	Http://anjalicreations.etsy.com	Free shipping with any purchase of $20 or more.
Lbolter (Art/Paper Goods)	Http://lbolter.etsy.com	20% off entire purchase.
AgruArts (Pottery)	Http://agru.etsy.com	18% off any single item in shop.
Three Sisters Plates (Decorative Platters)	Http://threesistersplates.etsy.com	Free gift with purchase.
MeredithBead (Jewelry)	Http://meredithbead.etsy.com	Free worldwide shipping during sale.
Bbesigns (Paper Arts)	Http://bbesigns.etsy.com	Free shipping during sale.
Visart (Jewelry/Supplies)	Http://visart.etsy.com	10% off purchases of $30 or more in any of my shops.
Beads of Paradise (Jewelry)	Http://Beadsofparadiseshop.etsy.com	15% off any item over $15.
TraceyLipman(Polymer/Paverpol)	Http://traceylipman.etsy.com	10% off all purchases over $10 (excluding postage).
Ooty (Pottery)	Http://ooty.etsy.com	10% off all items over $10.
Yafit’s First Glass (Glass)	Http://yafitglass.etsy.com	Free gift ($15 value).
Creative Art Center (Eclectic)	Http://creativeartcenter.etsy.com	10% off all purchases.
Sew Stacey (Fiber)	http://sewstacy.etsy.com	Free shipping on all purchases of two items or more.

BBesigns

Chanukah Gift Tags Set of 8 One for each night of Hanukah








What first impressed me when I saw BBesigns was the quiet elegance in each card. The more I read about Barbra's process and love for her work, the more I impressed I became.

A life in art with a BFA in design from the Kansas City Art Institute led Barbra to BBesigns. With a passion for paper with a love of watercolor and recycling, Barbra creates individually handmade cards that are beautiful to give and receive. No two cards are ever the same; each are created with love and passion.








Bar Mitzvah Quote from Talmud Greeting Card with Blue Torah























Star of David Note Cards Set of 6


Stop by BBesigns and check out the assortment of beautiful handmade, eco-friendly cards during Team EtsyChai's Miracle of Hanukkah Sale. Free shipping during the sale for some of the most elegant cards you'll ever buy (Free shipping on the rest of the shop, too but now you know where my heart is). Don't forget the secret word, it's candles (JW mag for you folks from Jewish Woman Magazine).

Blog post by GoofingOff....it's what I do best.

anothercreation

Morning all! This Hanukkah has me so hyped up I just can't sleep. I am so excited about the sale. Awesome Judaica from some incredible arts....I just love telling the world about it. Here's another great shop from Team Etsy Chai, AnotherCreation.

Creating art has been a way of life for Michelle of Another Creation. For the last 22 years Michelle worked as an illustrator in the greeting card industry. Her exploration into other art techniques have led to fiber art and mixed media creations. Some of the creations in her shop include unique greeting cards, others are wearable/carry-able pieces. Michelle's use of color is incredible, the colors are vibrant and full of life.
Here are a few of her creations:


Honey Cake, Tea and Matisse





















Chanukah is Here



















Dancing Around Jerusalem









Check out AnotherCreation.Etsy.com for more of this vibrant, beautiful art work. Michelle is offering a buy one, get half off one the other, sale. In other words, buy one print for $20 and get second print for $10. If that wasn't enough, she's giving free shipping on orders over $50. Yay!
Send some cards to your friends. They are sure to be kept as favorites for years to come. Remember, Team EtsyChai's Miracles of Hanukkah Sale is going on now. Great deals on beautiful Judaica just in time for the holidays.
Psst....Don't forget the secret word, it's candles. JW Mag for those of you from Jewish Woman Magazine.
That all for now. I hear a yard sale calling my name.
Goofing Off, it's what I do best.

Susan E Knits

Knitting for Susan, who has been knitting since she was a kid, has become a way of life. Love of yarn and art is evident in every creation in her shop, SusanEKnits. Her work is lovely, the colors beautiful. Her shop, SusanEKnits, is filled with beautiful scarves, kippot, and gorgeous Lucci and Boccuzzi yarns by to tempt any knitter.
For those who spin their own yarn, Susan has rovings available in different colors. And, for those of you who don't knit (like me), Susan has a listing where you pick your yarn and she will make a scarf for you.
Here are a few of the wonderful items you will see in her shop.




Hand Knitted and Felted Bucket Bag in Mauve and Blue



















hand knit cabled scarf in a wool-acrylic blend, Super Warm, OOAK


















Roving, PInk, Green and brown for spinning, felting .6 ounce








See more of Susan's work and yarns in her shop, SusanEKnits.etsy.com. Oh, and don't forget Team EtsyChai's Miracles of Hanukkah Sale going on now. Susan is offering 10% off. Good deal for some great gifts and supplies. Remember, the secret word is Candles, JW mag if you're from Jewish Woman Magazine.


Feature written by Goofing Off. Goofing Off, it's what I do best.

KippahMitzvah

Finding decent kippot knitting patterns led to the start of Kippah Mitzvah.
What started as a fundraiser for her synagogue has become an act of love and spirituality shared worldwide. For Sharon knitting is relaxation and the felting process is meditation. Each kippah is a work of art with gorgeous colors and design. Beautiful hand painted tallit are new additions to the Kippah Mitzvah shop.

Here are some of my favorites.












Hamsa Kippah












Bird on a Wire Tallit




















White and teal Star of David Kippah


Check out KippahMitzvah during the Team EtsyChai Miracles of Hanukkah Sale. KippahMitzvah is offering free shipping with purchase. The kippot and tallitot are perfect for gift giving, if you can stand to part with them. Oh, and don't forget the secret word....It's candles, JW Mag if you're coming from Jewish Woman Magazine.

Feature by GoofingOff. (GoofingOff, it's what I do best).