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Menorahs, Candlesticks, Hamsas, Mezzuzahs, Shabbat gifts and so much more. All of our items are made in Israel from in assorted materials and designs, for your perfect enjoyment.

Recent years have shown a growing popularity of original Jewish artworks. Many of the best known names in the field live and work in Israel and draw inspiration from their surroundings. Jewish art has become a center of gravitation for artists drawn to the fascinating world of Judaism. These artists tastefully deliver the 2000 years old Jewish heritage with a modern interpretation, while adding a twist of their own imagination. Jewish art makes a wonderful source of original Jewish gifts that carry symbolism of the Jewish culture.

On what occasions is it customary to give gifts to a Jewish person or family? There are a number of major events in the life of a Jewish person for which it is appropriate and even expected to give gifts, especially those of a symbolic nature or what call Jewish gifts. If you've been invited to a Jewish celebration, you might ask yourself, what kind of gift should I bring? As expected, every occasion has its own appropriate gifts.

If you've ever been invited to a Brit, you would probably know that when a son is born in a Jewish family, a ritual of circumcision is held on the eighth day after the child's birth. Popular gifts on this happy day would include Jewish gifts that are appropriate for a baby shower such as a Hebrew birth plate or family blessings.
 
On the 13th birthday, the Jewish boy will celebrate his Bar Mitzvah, a coming of age event that celebrates the boy's physical and mental maturity. According to the Jewish law, at the age of 13, the boy is obligated to follow God's commandments. Given the significance of the event in the life of any Jewish family, it is common to give a special gift to commemorate the Bar Mitzvah. Bar mitzvah gifts are usually given at the Bar Mitzvah celebration, after the synagogue ceremony.  Close relatives often give the boy gifts that mark his becoming an active part in religious life, such as Tefilin, Tallit, and books with religious texts. For friends and acquaintances, regular birthday gifts will do like CDs, iPODs and books.  Others would prefer to give the celebrant savings bonds, usually given in multiples of 18. This is because in Gimatria, the word Chai which means Life in Hebrew equals to the number 18. However, many people prefer gifts that are more personal and connected to the religious significance of the event. Therefore, popular Bar mitzvah gifts are Judaica gifts such as Chanukah Menorah and Torah hand pointer.

Jewish girls who celebrate their Bat Mitzvah a year earlier at the age of 12 receive similar kinds of gifts as the boys. They too become obligated by God's commandments when they reach this age. For young girls, Jewish art offers a broad variety of beautiful Jewish jewelry: pendants with religious symbols such as the Star of David, a sign of connection to the state of Israel, and jewelry with Hebrew inscriptions.

You've been invited to a Jewish wedding? Prepare yourself to a very special ceremony. Under the canopy or the Huppah, the bride and groom share a mutual and sacred promise: "I am my beloved and my beloved is mine". Like at a Bar Mitzvah ceremony, many of the invitees bring wedding bands. It is customary to give fine gifts that are also practical for the young couple, especially of domestic use, for example: Shabbat candlesticks, Chanukah Menorah or other ritual items for the holidays and the daily life such as a Seder plate and Mezuzah cases. Jewelry and art, such as silver pendant for the bride are excellent gift ideas. 

And what about the Jewish holidays? On the most celebrated Jewish holidays, it is common to give gifts, even just small and symbolic gifts to honor your hosts or loved ones. Though not a must, gifts would be considered a kind gesture of respect from the giver. Every holiday has its own ritual objects that give great ideas for useful gifts.  On Rosh Hashana, the Jewish New Year, common gifts are decorative honey dishes or Rosh Hashana plates used for Rosh Hashana's festive dinner. On Chanukah, many people like to give unique designs of Chanukah Menorahs that have a wide range of prices. You may even find the selection overwhelming! On Chanukah, the children are also treated with chocolate coins and special games, mainly dreidels - rest assured these will be well received. For Passover, Judaica designers have made a broad selection of Seder plates and Matzah plates.
 
Israeli Judaica artists make a great contribution to the wide selection of originally designed Jewish gifts for the various occasions in the Jewish home.
 
Ester Shahaf, an accomplished Israeli Judaica artist, is known for her stylish designs of Jewish jewelry and Judaica. Shahaf studied theater and costume design in Tel Aviv University. Ester Shahaf now lives and work in Binyamina, Israel. Shahaf skillfully combines the old with nevou with oriental influences. Shahaf uses many materials in her works that are hand crafted using pewter, silver, brass and Swarovski crystals. Shahaf's unique creations are displayed in museum shops and first-class shops in Israel and in the USA.
 
Adina Plastelina is a Talented Israeli artist. located in Old Jaffa, Israel. Adina creates unique Jewish jewelry that uses the Mifliori Technique. The Millefiori process, which literally means "a thousand flowers", is an ancient art work technique that produces distinctive polished patterns on glassware.  In this special technique, each Jewelry design is individually and painstakingly made to create a unique item. This result is distinctive jewelry pieces that humorously celebrate the colors of the rainbow. The studio was established in 2004 by two young designers, Adi and Sami in kibbutz Rosh Hanikra.
 
The Tzuki Design studio was established by two talented artists, Orna Cohen Hazam and Shay Peled. Their work is sold in galleries, museum shops and boutiques throughout the world. The Tzuki Design Studio provides various elderly organizations with different types of therapeutic work. Their colorful artworks that are handcrafted in Israel humorously celebrate the Jewish tradition.
 
Orna Lalo is a well-known jewelry designer whose works are displayed throughout the world. Lalo is a Shenkar graduate, a prestigious Israeli arts school. Lalo's distinctive works can be easily recognized by her imaginative eye and exceptional artistic designs.