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A Talisman for Change in 2009

Deb Savvy — Fri, 26 Dec 2008 02:40:17 +0000

The economy, nation and world are in a complete state of transition. As are every one of us. Change is in the air as the year draws to a close and we’re all even more pensive than usual as the new year approaches. These Kabbalah Pendants jumped out at me as the perfect talisman for the transition into 2009 and beyond.

Wealth & Provision Kabbalah Pendant – $155

Averting the Evil Eye Kabbalah Pendant – $115

Abundance Kabbalah Pendant – $115

These are just a couple of my favorites. Find more at Zara Israel Judaica Mart.

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Planning a Simcha?

Deb Savvy — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 03:44:08 +0000

It seems like we’re all consumed with planning big simchas these days. 2008 is a big year for the girls in our family. Hazel, Petunia AND Ketchy will all be Bat Mitzvah before the summer is over and we are going party crazy! Between the studying and practicing and guest lists and debating about menus, themes and (most importantly) what’s for dessert we’ve barely got time to shop. Barely.

All that simcha shopping is SO much easier when you shop at Zara Israel Judaica Mart. From personalized kippot and tallitot to Judaica and just about the biggest selection of Israeli t-shirts around. They’ve got it all. It’s as if the best of Ben Yehuda street landed on your desktop. Only better. They’ve got rock bottom prices, no lines and you don’t need to schlep anything home in your baggage. LOVE THAT!

If You Didn’t See It…

Deb Savvy — Mon, 18 Feb 2008 02:26:56 +0000

If you didn’t see it, then you absolutely must. And if you did see it, then, like me, you probably want to see it again.

The Jewish Americans: A Series by David Grubin DVD

And in case you missed it, The Mormons was equally fascinating, exceedingly well done and thoroughly engrossing.

The Mormons DVD

It’s well worth having both in your library. Accompanying books and soundtrack CD’s are also available for many PBS titles, as are many other learning resources.

Shopping that Promotes Peace

Deb Savvy — Sun, 17 Feb 2008 23:27:16 +0000

Last week I did some grocery shopping at a small international fruit market / grocery not too far from my house. I saw some pickles that looked interesting. I took them off the shelf to take a closer look. The front label was in English; the back label was in Arabic. On the English side, the package was clearly marked ‘Made in West Bank’. Just as I was thinking about how cool it was that in such a short time there are actually marketable products coming to America from West Bank and wondering why they don’t talk about that on the news – I noticed it. A Kosher certification. (OU). Now I really want to know why no one is talking about this on the news. I’m not going to pontificate about politics – I’m just going to say that I believe in peace and I think it’s AWESOME that there are products coming out of West Bank onto the American market and that I think it’s even more incredible that some of these products are Kosher foods.

Hand Carved Olive Wood Box with
Ceramic Tile Shalom Top – $24.99.
From: The Jerusalem Export House

So it got me thinking. What better way to promote peace than to go out your way to purchase products made by people who live in regions of conflict. Especially the artists and craftsmen who are dedicated to promoting peace, diversity and respect for the traditions of all people and cultures through the products they create.

Hand Carved Olive Wood Hot Plate with
Floral Decorative Ceramic Top – $ 21.99
From: The Jerusalem Export House

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Best Bet for the Bar or Bat Mitzvah

Deb Savvy — Tue, 10 Jul 2007 00:01:57 +0000

For gifts and supplies for the Bar or Bat Mitzvah – and Judaica of all kinds – we recommend…

Secrets of the Dead Sea

Deb Savvy — Mon, 18 Dec 2006 19:13:32 +0000

More and more people travel to Israel every year to experience the magical healing properties of the water, minerals and mud of the Dead Sea. Now you can experience this magic every day at home. Cleopatra’s Choice is a leading retailer of Dead Sea cosmetics and skincare products. These products protect and preserve healthy skin and also have been shown to heal and soothe a variety of skin ailments. Sufferers of psoriasis, exzema and acne will find Dead Sea products to be an effective natural alternative to traditional treatments. The coupon code below will save you 10% on any purchase.

Menorahs and More

Deb Savvy — Mon, 18 Dec 2006 04:57:02 +0000

For a huge selection of Judaica products directly from Israel…

Ring of Pearls

Deb Savvy — Thu, 07 Dec 2006 08:11:25 +0000

It’s classic and timeless yet really quite unusual. A pearl eternity band. 4 mm cultured freshwater pearls are set in a unique hammered 14 carat gold setting. Handmade in Israel. Available in sizes 5 through 9. I found it today for $250 at Ross-Simons.com where you can save 20% on your order and get free shipping with the coupon code below. This discount offer expires on 12/31/2006.

Pearl and 14kt Yellow Gold Eternity Band. Size 7

Sweeten Their Chanukah

Deb Savvy — Mon, 04 Dec 2006 05:44:24 +0000

With Chanukah sweets from from GiftBaskets.com. The Chanukah Mini Cookie Gift Basketsinclude approximately 100 bite sized kosher cookies presented in a beautiful basket. Double chocolate fudge. Snickerdoodle. Oatmeal raisin. Chocolate chip (no nuts). Wrapped with Chanukah ribbon and decorated with a dreidel filled with gold covered chocolate gelt.