Havdalah crafts

What if you want kids to make Havdalah candles and you don’t have the time and materials (or inclination) for nice, beeswax versions? I’m the first to admit that candles from scratch c…

Looking for some beautiful Jewish crafts for adults? Click for a cool list of 22 ideas for holidays and Shabbat, and any time!

Remember the story about the huge bag of unsightly old candles that accidentally ended up at our house, and how I decided to make upcycled candles? Well dear readers here is confirmation that indeed there are no accidents, as that...

My Making Havdalah Candles with Kids Intro has the general whats and whys. I’ve also got posts about how to dip beeswax Havdalah candles and how to repurpose cruddy Hanukkah candles for Havd…

This will be my short Havdalah candle post. I shall simply tell the whys and whats. The hows, I’ll save for three additional posts: one for rolled beeswax sheets, one for dipped beeswax tap…

Two weeks ago, Betsy and one of the Beth El students were learning about havdalah and its blessings, so we decided to make havdalah candles. At-home Service for Havdalah After several epic failures involving a toaster oven, hot wax and cigarette lighters, we were finally able to make several four-braid and four-twist havdallah candles. To […]

Recently, I shared a tutorial on how to create a b’samim (spice) pouch for your Havdalah celebration. This week, I’m excited to walk you through making your very own Havdalah candle—a meaningful addition to your Shabbat traditions. What is Havdalah? Havdalah, meaning "separation" in

Wondering what to do with your etrog after Succot? Make a clove etrog and enjoy its sweet fragrance all year! Perfect besamim for havdalah and a great homemade gift. #etrog #succot #besamim #havdalah #jewish #citron

Decorate your own challah board!This craft is part of the Shabbox. Order the Shabbox and we'll provide you with everything you need to make this craft and more!For this craft you will need: • A Glass Tray (we use these) . Any glass plate will do. • Mod Podge • Cut Tissue Paper • Foam Brush • Shabbat Letter Cut Outs (download here)Download written instructions:Challah Board

Havdalah Candle coloring page that you can customize and print for kids.