Bagels, Cheesecake & a Little Hanukkah Magic

July 26 - NATIONAL BAGELFEST DAY

Polish-Jewish immigrants introduced the bagel to the United States some time during the 19th century. 

The bagel became more common throughout North America during the last quarter of the 20th century. Credit for the bagels' spread across the country goes in part to the efforts of bagel baker Harry Lender, his son, Murray Lender, and Florence Lender. Their pioneering efforts led to the automated production and distribution of frozen bagels in the 1960s. Murray also invented pre-slicing the bagel.

July 27 - Notable Birthdays 

Robert May (1905-1976) - Creator of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.

Maya Rudolph (1972-) - Actress known for her roles in the Grown Ups movies, Bridesmaids, and First 50 Dates (was on Saturday Night Live in 2000-2007). 

July 30 - National Cheesecake Day - A form of the dessert comes up as a recipe served to athletes in ancient Greece. It has been found that the earliest attested mention of a cheesecake is by Greek physician Aegimus, who wrote a book on the art of making cheesecakes in the second century AD.

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Hanukkah Greetings

Hanukkah commemorates the victory of the Maccabees and the rededication of the Temple in Jerusalem. The eight-day festival is a joyous occasion, so greeting Jewish friends, family and colleagues with warm Chanukah wishes will surely be welcomed. 

Happy Chanukah

In Hebrew, say chag chanuka sameach, (pronounced chahg cha-nu-KAH sah-MAY-ach.)

Note: items may not arrive in time for Hanukkah

In Israel, it is common to just say chanuka sameach. Some Israelis prefer chag urim sameach (pronounced chahg oo-REEM sah-MAY-ach), which literally translates to “Happy Festival of Lights.”

In Yiddish, say Ah Freilichin Hanukkah, (a happy Hanukkah). Less common but also beautiful: A Lichtiger Hanukkah, meaning a Hanukkah full of light.

And in Ladino (Judeo-Spanish) you can say Hanukah alegre — Happy Hanukkah!

Shabbat happens every week. Make yours special with this gorgeous table runner.  

I know you're still making latkes, but my Tu Bishvat collection is ready to order. 

If you like bold, vivid colors, this Tea Towel is perfect for your home decor. 

My favorite Hanukkah tradition is lighting the candles. What's yours? 

Hanukkah starts soon

Hanukkah is the rededication of the Temple in Jerusalem after its defilement by the Syrian Greeks in 164 BCE. It's also known as the Festival of Lights and usually takes place in December, at the time of year when the days are shortest in the northern hemisphere. This year it starts on Sun., Dec 14 at sundown, when we light the first candle. 

In 167 BCE, the Jews of Judea revolted against the oppression of King Antiochus IV Epiphanes of the Seleucid Empire. The military leader of the first phase of the revolt was Judah the Maccabee, the eldest son of the priest Mattityahu (Mattathias). In the autumn of 164, Judah and his followers captured the Temple in Jerusalem, which had been turned into a pagan shrine. They cleansed it and rededicated it to Israel’s G-d. This event was observed in an eight-day celebration, which was patterned like Sukkot, the autumn festival of huts. 

Hanukkah Gifts

Note: Hanukkah shipping and delivery may be delayed, because of the holiday season. 

Much later rabbinic tradition focuses on Hanukkah and it's length and the miracle of the small amount of oil that burned for eight days. They didn't want to focus on a battle, but instead on the Festival of Lights.

Chanukah has become one of the most beloved of Jewish holidays. In an act of defiance against those in the past and in the present who would root out Jewish practice, the observance of Hanukkah has assumed a visible community aspect and public candle lighting. At such celebrations, Hanukkah songs are sung. Hanukkah is a holiday that celebrates the liberation from oppression. It also provides a strong argument in favor of freedom of worship and religion. 

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Hanukkah and Christmas on the same day

The Jewish festival of Hanukkah begins on the same night every year: the 25th of Kislev. The traditional Jewish calendar is based on lunar months of either 29 or 30 days, that means that the holiday can fall anywhere from Nov. 27 to Dec. 26.  

The lunar year is about 11 days shorter than the solar year, so the calendars don't line up exactly. The Gregorian calendar uses leap days to fix the difference, but the lunar calendar needs a leap month.

The word “Hanukkah” derives from a Hebrew verb meaning “to dedicate.” The holiday, which is observed for eight nights and days, commemorates the rededication of Jerusalem’s temple after the successful second-century B.C. Maccabean Revolt. 

The miracle of the oil: In the temple, they found only sacred oil for one day’s lighting of the menorah. Miraculously, it continued burning for eight days, long enough for a new supply to be pressed and prepared.

Dreidel Menorah Earrings 

Hanukkah Family Shirts 

2 Holiday are Better than One

For Hanukkah blessings, click here.

More about the Festival of Lights, click here.

See more ideas on Pinterest here.

Drop everything! New Products just Landed

Drop everything! New Products just Landed

The Jewish High Holidays and my birthday are memories. I'm grateful for this new year and to my husband and kitties who make me laugh. 

Many of my jewelry and kippah designs are ready to mail. 

Jewish Jewelry Designs - 

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Hanukkah - last day to order is Dec. 5th. 

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Comfort Colors Cat Lovers Sweatshirt - testing a new sweatshirt product

Personalized Cat Photo Custom Name Ornament 

Our 2 cats are such a huge part of our family, so I thought you might enjoy personalized cat lovers designs to wear or to gift. 

Which is your favorite? 

Jewish Gifts & Scorpio Birthdays

Jewish Gifts & Birthdays

Hanukkah Designs are ready for your purchase (click on the images). We light the first Chanukah candle on Dec. 25, 2024 this year. 

The High Holidays showed me how important people and joy are in my life. Take time to celebrate yourself.

Please place your orders by Dec. 10 to make sure you receive your items on time. 

Birthday: Nov 1st is my birthday. I'm celebrating with my bff from college one day, and another with my husband and brother-in-law. My hubby's birthday is on the 16th. We're both Scorpios. 

Scorpio's birthstone is Topaz - is derived from the Sanskrit word "tapas", meaning fire. 

Yellow Topaz, a quality gemstone, comes from Russia and Brazil, and there are also mines in Mexico, Utah, Colorado and Texas. Topaz has been known for at least 2000 years.

The properties of Topaz: 

• Constancy, loyalty, faithfulness and friendship 
• Strength, releasing tension and balancing emotions 

Metaphysical properties: 

• Instills faith that you can bring all manner of good things into your life
• Attracts helpful people into your life that will benefit you and may bring new friendships

Healing properties: 

A solar plexus chakra and sacral chakra stone - the stomach area.

• Excellent for liver, kidney and bladder problems or imbalances
• Helps to calm stress and irritability
• Recharge your energy.

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Happy Hanukkah and New Jewish Holiday Designs

Hanukkah and Other Jewish Holidays

Happy early Hanukkah to you

May the miracles of Hanukkah and the lights be shared throughout the world and let our souls shine brightly.

What I've been up to

Like everyone else, I've been praying for the hostages to be returned home in Israel. I'm happy to return that one of the people (I adopted to pray for) has been released and returned home.

I've had to limit my news and social media intake because of the horrible situation in Israel and around the world. 

Daily, I've been wearing Jewish earrings and Hanukkah shirts and socks as a proud Jewish woman. 

 

Switching Gears

My arthritis isn't helping me to make jewelry and kippot, right now, so I've switched gears to design new physical products which my print partner will produce. It's a lot of fun and my design skills are improving

Please VOTE for your favorite color: pink or red. It's easy; you can simply reply to my email.

New Jewish Holiday Designs 

Please click on the images for more information.

Coming Soon

I hope you have a shining and bright Hanukkah filled with friends, family, and latkes. 

P.S. Please check my LinorStore Designs shop often. I'm adding new designs every other day. 

 

Hanukkah Designs You'll Love

 Can you believe there are only 10 sleeps until the Festival of Lights? 

There are plenty of items to choose from. Quantities are limited.

Use COUPON CODE VIP15LS in my Black Friday Section for Hanukkah savings.  

Check out these designs. Please click on the images for more information.









You can save with the coupon code above on my handmade jewelry, uniquely designed wire wrapped kippot & tallit accessories, and more, each crafted with love and care.

 May HaShem bring more light and love into our lives. 

For these items made with my printing partner, I cannot guarantee delivery during Hanukkah.









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Pinkspiration is Coming Aug 27

You'll want to see the new designs in my Etsy shop. One of my inspirations is Barbie pink with the release of the Barbie movie. I've been a fan of the color pink since I was a child, and Barbie was a huge part of my life growing up. Seeing the movie reminded me that "I could do anything." 

You'll love more pink jewelry designs beginning on August 27. 

My 2nd inspiration is Rosh HaShanah. Elul is a time to review one’s deeds and spiritual progress over the past year, and prepare for the upcoming “Days of Awe” of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. I hope it's as much as a spiritual cleansing for you as it is for me. 

I'll be using my new Rosh HaShanah Table Runner and Napkins Set in yellow. 

Pinkspiration

You may be surprised to see pink Hanukkah jewelry (a secret) and home decor designs made with my print partner. 

Notice that I'm offering customization on some of these fabulous gift ideas. 

Mark your calendars for August 27 to see more of the collection here.

Look forward to Custom Orders

Custom Orders

You can be happy like my author friend Kathleen, who placed a custom order with me for a T-shirt. If you love Cheese, Books, and Chocolate, this shirt is for you! 

Many of the products that I partner with a print company to make, are custom orders.If you ever have any questions about the products or designs before you order, just send me a message on Etsy. I'm just a click away and believe there's no such thing as a silly question. 



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Hanukkah Drop 

 📣 Unwrap the magic of Hanukkah with personalized T-shirts and delightful family gifts! 🎁 Mark your calendars for Sept 8, as I unveil an array of unique designs to add a touch of joy to your celebrations. 🕯️




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