Sharing all my holiday tips, tricks & gift guides from our interfaith family!
Favorite Books + Family Holiday Traditions
Okay y’all I’m finally sharing my book recommendations – just in time for Christmas! One of our family’s special traditions is to gift books on Christmas Eve. We were inspired to do this by the Icelandic tradition called Jolabokaflod, or “Christmas Book Flood”. The tradition is to give and unwrap new books on Christmas eve,…
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Favorite Holiday Recipes
Here are a few of my favorite holiday recipes for both Hanukkah and Christmas! Air Fryer Latkes This is the recipe we used to make air fryer latkes this year! They were delicious – and MUCH healthier. I decided to try a bunch of different toppings: Classic Applesauce / Sour Cream Brie + Fig Jam…
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Our Interfaith Family
I want to continue sharing some of our family’s traditions during the holiday season…but first I’m going to share a brief overview of how we approach our interfaith family lifestyle. As an interfaith (intercultural) family, we celebrate many holidays, including both Hanukkah and Christmas – and no, they really are not similar holidays in any…
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Holiday Gifts 2022 – Gifts for Littles
I hope this is a helpful guide for you to find some fun gifts for your children or new parents! Kitchen Tower We ordered one of these for our daughter last year and it’s been such a great thing to have in our home! Munchkin Forks and Spoons Set for Toddlers Love this set of…
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Gifts for her
Marissa’s Favorites Olaplex Holiday Hair Fix Kit The Bente Hoops *Black Female Owned Business GG Marmont small sequin shoulder bag *Luxe Gifts Lou & Grey Signature Softblend Sweatshirt *Soft & Cozy Floral Cuff Bracelet *Gifts that give back *Budget Friendly Kitsch Leopard Cleanse Bundle *Budget Friendly Jewish Star Love Necklace *Hanukkah Gifts Stocking Stuffers Sephora…
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Gifts for him
Ugg Ascot Slippers Theragun Mini Massager *Luxe Gift J. Crew Textured Cotton Crewneck Sweater *Budget Friendly Weber Charcoal Smoker *Luxe Gift Amazon Smart Plug *Budget Friendly Tapered Joggers *Budget Friendly Gucci GG Bees Silk Tie *Luxe Gift J. Crew Flannel Sleep Pant *Budget Friendly Google Wifi Router Sézane Charlie Flannel Checkered Shirt *Luxe Gift Battery…
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Gifts for the home
Jo Malone Pomegranate Noir Scent Surround Diffuser Saranoni Dove Throw Weighted Blanket Boy Smells x Kacey Musgraves Slow Burn Candle Farberware Professional Heat Resistant Nylon Meat/Potato Masher BIRDCANFOX Kitten Planter Velvet Hangers Diptique Baies Candle Laser engraved wooden spoon If you know, you know 😉 Monogrammed Dipped Ceramic Pitcher Honeycomb Appetizer Plates Metal Rope Picture…
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Gifts for Bébé
A few of my favorite gift ideas for your très chic bébé! Baby Croissant This cute stuffed croissant is a unique gift for your bébé! Leopard-Print Sherpa Zip Hoodie for Baby A cozy unisex hoodie from Old Navy Old Navy Unisex Printed Ruffle-Trim Thermal Bodysuit for Baby I love this thermal onesie – such a…
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Hanukkah Gifts
Ariel Tidhar – Shoshi Dreidel Studs Ariel Loves – Hanukkah Family Magic Guide Hanukkah Tic Tac Toe *Budget Friendly Jewish Star Love Necklace Meowzel Tov Crewneck Sweatshirt *Budget Friendly Love (Ahava) Necklace Leafy Star of David Blessing for the Home Sudha Pennathur Menorah Velvet Box *Budget Friendly My Two Holidays Woman of Valor Candlesticks *Luxe…
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Gifts for everyone else!
Friends, Coworkers, Acquaintances, Teachers Hydroflask 32oz wide mouth with straw lid Misby Coffee Warmer *Budget Friendly Block Letter Monogram Necklace *Budget Friendly Monogram Leather Tassel Zipper Pouch A Promised Land LUSH Relax Gift Set Bob Ross Coloring Book *Budget Friendly The Moonflower Murders The Tiger King Puzzle *Budget Friendly Gold Mercury Candles Legacybox Digitizing Kit…
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Pesach 2022
Sharing my Passover table decor and Judaica pieces from this year – and some favorite family shots and outfit details, too 🙂 à table Table Cloth I found this lovely floral tablecloth online at Spoonflower. They had so many options but I just loved this blue and white floral. It can be used any time…
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Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2022
Sharing my annual Mother’s Day Gift Guide this year to help you figure out what to get for the special mamas in your life 🙂 Comment below with your ideas or favorites! Gifts that give back… CV x Every Mother Counts Sweatshirt Clare V. is proud to donate 30% of the purchase price of all…
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2021 Hanukkah Celebration Guide
We’re less than two weeks away from Hanukkah, so I’ve prepared my 2021 Celebration guide to help you with some ideas on how to celebrate and make each night memorable. As always, feel free to mix and match these ideas with whatever works best for your family’s schedule. This is the routine we’ll be going…
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2021 Hanukkah Gift Guide
The time has come for my 2021 holiday gift guides! I’m including a variety of gift ideas for Hanukkah below – please comment if you have any suggestions or if you particularly love one of these! xoxo Miss Mariss Schmutzy Toddler Set from Unkosher Market Kyte Baby Family Snowflake Pajamas Chefanie Blue Holiday Tapered Candles…
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Gifts for Her 2021
Welcome to my 2021 Gift Guide for Her! Many of these items are things I own and use regularly. All the items on my gift guides are things I stand behind. I either own, want, or would purchase any of the products I share on my page. I may continue to add new items to…
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Gifts for Him 2021
For the Stylish Guy… Herman Scarf from Octobre A chic and practical winter staple from one of my favorite French brands. Astorflex Boot We love a versatile + stylish boot. Vineyard Vines Saltwater Quarter-Zip Sweater These cozy & stylish Vineyard Vines sweaters are a go-to staple in hubby’s closet. I purchased this one for him…
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Gifts for the Home 2021
Unique + Fun Finds… FLIKR Fire Personal Concrete Fireplace I mean…this is just cool. I want one. Bits and Pieces Jumbo Puzzle Work Surface If you know someone who has spent the pandemic doing puzzles this is a great gift – I love that it has little drawers to organize the pieces and you can…
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Gifts for Littles 2021
Here is my 2021 gift guide for littles 🙂 Keep in mind that we have a 22 month old daughter, so many of these gifts are geared toward toddlers. All the items on my gift guides are things I stand behind. I either own, want, or would purchase any of the products I share on…
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Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2021
I’m sharing some of my favorite ideas for Mother’s Day gifts – for the super chic mama to the pregnant mama in need of deep relaxation, I think there is something on here for everyone! You’ll also notice a French twist in many of my recommendations 😉 Please leave a comment and tell me what…
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2020 Hanukkah Guide
Celebrating this year I know the holidays will look different this year, but we can still find ways to celebrate!I’ve created a nightly plan for Hanukkah in hopes it helps you with your planning as well. As we’re an interfaith/culture family we celebrate both Hanukkah and Christmas. I can’t wait to share my other traditions…
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