Showing posts with label ethical. Show all posts
Showing posts with label ethical. Show all posts

Pretty and Delicate Hebrew Gift Ideas

It's the shopping time of the year isn't it? I'm starting to see those 'for everyone on your list' ideas for gifts floating around the internet and even in print. While they sometimes have neat things I mostly find myself annoyed with the abundance of generic presents we purchase that serve little or no purpose and are often from companies with questionable standards on ethics. Let's do better this year. I love the idea of buying things that nurture and grow faith! The items on this list are from small businesses, independent artists, and fair trade artisans and are perfect for a special lady in your life.

Hebrew Gift Ideas | Land of Honey

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-Made in the USA and beeswax helps to purify the air in your home.

Hebrew Gift Ideas | Land of Honey

-Handmade with the verse from Hebrews 6:19.

Hebrew Gift Ideas | Land of Honey

-A beautiful reminder to carry with you.

Hebrew Gift Ideas | Land of Honey

-A lovely and practical thing.

Hebrew Gift Ideas | Land of Honey

-I wouldn't mind carrying this to the farmers market.

Hebrew Gift Ideas | Land of Honey

-Available in many colors and designs, this French saying is inspired by Proverbs 31:25.

Hebrew Gift Ideas | Land of Honey

-A beautiful rendition of the Hebrew word for love.

Hebrew Gift Ideas | Land of Honey

-Taken from the end of Song of Songs.

-You know, to help learn Hebrew.

Hebrew Gift Ideas | Land of Honey

-The design is made of the letters of the Torah!

Hebrew Gift Ideas | Land of Honey

-Not a true menorah but a beautiful seven candle option.

Hebrew Gift Ideas | Land of Honey

-A great reminder to place in your home.

Let me know your favorite gift idea below!

Swoon Worthy Yom Teruah Party

Today I'm excited to share with you a Yom Teruah celebration that I've been envisioning most of the summer. Pink and gold? Apples and lace? Yes, please!

A swoon worthy Yom Teruah party | Land of Honey

For me, parties are about creating a lovely atmosphere while staying true to my beliefs about conscious consumerism. The last thing I wanted was to go buy a bunch of things that would end up in the trash or shoved in a closet. With those ideals in mind, I'm happy with what I put together for the first of the Fall Feasts. Other than the balloons, everything you see is something I already had or borrowed. So no need to invest big money or haul away garbage bags of disposables when you're done!

A swoon worthy Yom Teruah party | Land of Honey

Since the menorah represents the presence of YHWH I wanted to include that front and center. And to make this tablescape clearly for Yom Teruah, what better than shofars?

Psalm 100 place cards for Yom Teruah | Land of Honey

This simple printable is from Tehillim 100. It is usually translated, "Make a joyful noise to the Lord of the earth." But is closer to, "Make a noise of simcha to YHWH, all the lands." If you wanted to use it as a place card you could go with something like, "Make a joyful noise, Rachel."

A swoon worthy Yom Teruah party | Land of Honey

A swoon worthy Yom Teruah party | Land of Honey

 The large tablecloth belonged to my grandmother. I added a smaller tablecloth and table runner from my mom for more texture and interest.

A swoon worthy Yom Teruah party | Land of Honey

Apples and lace Yom Teruah party | Land of Honey

 While apples are a traditional food to celebrate Rosh Hashanah, that's not the reason I went with them. I originally wanted peaches (imagine the scent!), but since I have an apple tree about twenty feet right of this photo I decided to utilize those. You could use whatever is in season in your part of the world.

Apples and lace Yom Teruah party | Land of Honey

The bushel baskets are something I found in my grandparents garage a while back. My grandmother used to by huge amounts of fruit to freeze or preserve so they are from some nearby orchard. I actually use them quite a bit for fruit and squash picking.

A swoon worthy Yom Teruah party | Land of Honey

Letter balloons. All the heart eyes! Originally I wanted the huge ones that can float, but then thinking about logistics (IS there a vehicle that can hold nine 40 inch balloons?!) and cost ($10+ each) I decided to go with the one foot size. They don't float but look great when hung on string or ribbon!

A swoon worthy Yom Teruah party | Land of Honey

And the apples? They are simmering on the stove as they become applesauce.

A swoon worthy Yom Teruah party | Land of Honey

I'm looking forward to celebrating Yom Teruah in just a few days! I hope you are too! Chag sameach!

A swoon worthy Yom Teruah party | Land of Honey

Hebrew Gift Ideas

Last week I shared some ideas on giving ethically and what better way to do that than to support an artist or business with similar faith values to yours? I am excited about all the products I share below and I think they would be great conversation starters for the recipient to share their beliefs with someone.

Hebrew Gift Ideas | Land of Honey

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Though I am not a big 'stuff' person there is something exciting about owning things that Yeshua would like. Here are some present ideas for your mishpacha.

Restoring the Two Houses of Israel $4
-inspiring book by Eddie Chumney
-for someone who loves to study Scripture

Menorah, Tree of Life, or 10 Commandments Keychain $5
-supports the Hebraic Roots Network

Shema Bracelet $5
-supports a small business

Hebrew Aleph-Bet Soaps $6
-handmade by an Etsy artisan

Eat Honey Dishtowel $9
-eco friendly
-from Mishlei/Proverbs 24:13

Handmade Ahava Soap Dish $11
-made by an independent artist

Music from Teshuva or James Block $3 - $12
-independent Hebraic musicians

Fruit of the Spirit Magnets $14
-independent artisan in Israel

Aaronic Blessing Mug $14
-independent artisan in Israel

Challah Back Dishtowel $15
-from the Etsy shop of a kosher blogger

Ephraim You Are A Seed T-Shirt $18
-support independent artist

Noah's Ark Bag with Finger Puppets $20
-fair trade from Nepal

Heebster Tote Bag $22
-independent artist
-also available as a print, phone case, etc.

Aramaic English New Testament $39 - $59
-perfect for those who love to study Scripture
-translation done by Andrew Gabriel Roth

Do you have a go-to gift or is there something you're hoping to receive? I'd love to hear below!



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