How hard is it? We've rated each design for complexity. is for beginners (or "quick" for experienced stitchers), is more advanced, and is most complex and time-consuming. Of course we write our instructions so that they are clear, regardless of your experience level. And if you get stuck, please contact us. We'll try to help. Enhancing a Jewish Home
	Add one of these designs to your home to create a Judaic focal point. Wonderful housewarming gifts, too.

	Item Number & Difficulty Level		Description	Dimensions	Price
#4D0037 Alphabet Book All Levels			Shalom Alphabet Book 2nd Edition (Revised) We’ve gone through our popular book of Hebrew and English alphabets and made a few refinements. If you don’t already have the book, you’ll want to order now.	8.5"x11" spiral-bound soft cover book	$27.00
#3A0014 to			Adam and Eve SamplerCounted cross and back stitch. Whimsical, primitive-style Adam and Eve in the Garden with Hebrew alef-bet and verse from Proverbs.	Stitched area 7.75"w x 9.5"h	$6.50
#3A0025			Baruch Habah ("Welcome")Counted cross stitch. Includes variations for wall hanging and pillow stitched in a lovely floral alefbet design.	Hanging (2" x 9"W)Pillow (4" x 4" centered on 14" pillow form	$6.50
#3B0020 to			Hebrew Band Sampler Counted cross stitch, blackwork, beading. Learn several 17th century stitches while creating a band sampler that includes original beaded Illuminator's alphabet and cursive alphabet.	Stitched area5"W x 13"H	$8.50
#3B0015 to			Mizrach in Blackwork Blackwork, counted cross stitch and beading. Learn blackwork, step-by-step, while creating a mizrach, a marker for the Eastern wall of the Jewish home.	Stitched area4 3/4"H x 7 1/8"W	$8.50
#4D0038			Shalom haYam For cross stitch This “Shalom” is a window onto a sunny day, complete with sailboat and seagulls. Surrounding the letters is a design of surf and sand. We used Linaida but you could select another sand-tone 14-count fabric.	Stitched area approximately 10” wide by 3.25” high.	$6.50
#3B0022			"Shalom" Needlepoint Sampler Canvas work. Nine different needlepoint stitches are used to create a dove above the word "Shalom" on a textured blue background.	5 1/4" x 7 1/8"	$8.50
#3B0024			"So Long As Earth Endures" Counted cross stitch design padded mat frame for verse (or your photo). Adaptable for needlepoint.	Outer edge11"w x 14"hmat opening 6"w x 9"h	$8.50

We love the idea that you can make something Jewish to give as a gift. We are very honored to hear from non-Jewish customers seeking an appropriate stitched piece to make for Jewish friends!
Consider a Pesach Towel or one of the Chanukah Chooplah designs as a holiday gift.
The personalized Bar and Bat Mitzvah samplers are lovely keepsakes.
The Herb Challah Cover, in English with a verse from Proverbs, is suitable for anyone special - Jewish or not.
"Ani L'Dodi" is a magnificent wedding gift.

Feel free to contact us. We'd love to help you with ideas for a special occasion.

Item Number & Difficulty Level		Description	Dimensions	Price
#3A0004		Boker Tov and Laila Tov Mugs Counted cross stitch on vinyl weave. A silly sun says "Boker Tov"; a sleepy moon says "Laila Tov" - Hebrew for 'good morning' and 'good night'.	Purchased mug form	$6.50
#3A0003		Bubbe and Zayde Mugs Counted cross stitch on vinyl weave. Two whimsical designs, one including the Hebrew for "Bubbe" (grandma), one with Hebrew for "Zayde" (grandpa).	Purchased mug form	$6.50
#3B0019		Judaic Beaded Pins Set of five different designs for beaded pins: Torah, Chai, Keter (Crown), Sarah and Isaac, and Barzel, honoring the matriarchs.	up to about 2.5" square.	$8.50
#3A0001		Judaic Bookmarks 1 Counted cross stitch. This series of - bookmarks offers Hebrew words of encouragement for the reader, e.g., "Binah", meaning "Understanding".	About 2" x 6"	$6.50
#3A0002 to		Judaic Bookmarks 2 Counted cross and back stitch with directions for optional picot edging. Two designs with variations: "Set these my words upon your very heart"; "Torah is a Tree of Life".	About 2" x 6"	$6.50

Item Number & Difficulty Level		Description	Dimensions	Price
#3A0014		Ani L'Dodi v'Dodi Li "I am my beloved's and my beloved is mine." Wedding sampler. Personalized floral sampler with Hebrew and English verse, embroidered on linen. Includes instructions for embellishing with silk flower applique, and English alphabet for personalizing.	11" x 12.25"Stitched area	$6.50
#3A0017		Bar Mitzvah Sampler Olive branches and a Torah scroll surround the Hebrew saying from Pirkei Avot: "Be constant in learning Torah." Includes English and Hebrew alphabets for personalizing.	5"x7"	$6.50
#3A0016		Bat Mitzvah Sampler Counted cross stitch Violets and a Torah scroll surround the Hebrew saying, "K'nei Hokhmah, K'nei Binah" - "Gain wisdom, get understanding". Includes English and Hebrew alphabets for personalizing.	5" x 7"	$6.50
#3A0018		Jacob's Ladder Quilted Tallit Bag Pieced and quilted bag incorporates traditional Jacob's Ladder pattern. Complete instructions for cutting, piecing, and quilting. Use suggested color palette or select your own.	11.5" square	$6.50

Shabbat - the Sabbath - begins on Friday evening at sundown and ends at sundown on Saturday evening. As the Creator rested on the seventh day, we are commanded to refrain from ordinary work and to celebrate the sacred. Shabbat takes precedence over all other observances; even mourners rise up on the Sabbath.
Traditionally Friday evening is the time for a festive family meal which includes several blessings. Candles are lit with a prayer blessing the Divine who commands us to kindle the Sabbath lights. Bread is broken with a blessing for the One who brings forth the grain from the earth. A cup of wine, symbol of life, is shared with a blessing for Adonai, who makes the vine to bear fruit. Parents also pray over their children, that they may grow righteous as the mothers and fathers of our faith.
The stitched articles here follow the commandment of "hiddur mitzvah", glorifying divine law by making it even more beautiful to observe.

Item Number & Difficulty Level		Description	Dimensions	Price
#3A0012		Challah Cover Counted cross stitch and backstitch worked in a single color. Includes English language verse from Proverbs ("Better a dinner of herbs where love is...") and depictions of garden herbs.	18" square	$8.50
#4D0040		Wheatsheaf Challah Cover Stitched on a 14-count bread cloth, this challah, bread cloth, this challah cover is 18” square. It includes the blessings in English and Hebrew, and a bouquet of what stalks tied with a flowing ribbon. The optional border repeats the shades of rose found in the ribbon.	18” square	$8.50
#3A0009 to		Kiddush Cup Coasters One counted cross stitch with Star of David and Hebrew wine blessing; one cross stitch, back stitch and beading design with wreath of grapes surrounding the Hebrew for "l'chayim", "to life".	3" to 4"diameter	$6.50
#3B0021 to		Matriarch's Blessing Colorful sampler depicting Sarah, Rivkah, Rachel and Leah. Provides the traditional blessing in Hebrew or in English.	5"x7" (Hebrew version) or 6"x8" (English version)	$8.50
#3A0010 to		Wine Coasters Two coasters provide an enhancement of the blessing over the wine, and a special resting place for the wine bottle or kiddush cup.	3" to 4"diameter	$6.50

Chanukah & Passover

Item Number & Difficulty Level		Description	Dimensions	Price
#3C0027		Chanukah Chooplah dreidle-flake turns eight dreidles into a spinning snowflake. The Hebrew letters say nes gadol haya sham: "A great miracle happened there." wild women-orah features nine funny little females holding their candles and wishing you "Chanukah Sameach" - Happy Chanukah - in bright candle colors. Graphic Chanukiah is a contemporary menorah done in deep and lighter violet with golden flames, with the greeting "Chanukah Sameach". Striking!	Framed in 6" embroidery hoop	$8.50
#3A0008		Elijah's Cup Doily Counted cross stitch. Two designs for the Passover wine cup: Both say "Cos Shel Eliahu" in Hebrew, one with stylized grape cluster, the other with pomegranates.	4" x 4"	$6.50
#3B0026 to		Mattathias and the Macabees Counted cross stitch. Pictures the Hasmonean priest, Mattathias, and his five Maccabee sons. Perfect for a boy's room or Chanukah gift.	Stitched area14" x 6"	$8.50
#3A0007		Miriam's Cup Doily Counted cross stitch. Passover design celebrates the legend of Miriam's gift of fresh water to our ancestors at the Exodus. "Pheasant's Eye" wildflower motif from the dry "riverbeds" of the desert.	6" x 6"	$6.50
#3A0006		Pesach Towels Counted cross stitch. Two designs for Passover handwashing ritual: Daisy and pitcher with Hebrew blessing; house with Hebrew "Shalom B'Pesach", "Peace at Passover".	Purchased finger tip towels with even weave inset	$6.50

Z'man Cheruteinu

Item Number & Difficulty Level		Description	Dimensions	Price
#3C0028 to		Z'man Cheruteinu Afikomen Bag Matching the matza cover, the Afikomen bag is made from a single piece of evenweave fabric; the completed stitchery is sewn into a bag for hiding the afikomen. Assembly instructions included.	Stitched area5" x 7"	$6.50
#3C0029		Z'man Cheruteinu Elijah's Cup We recall the vigilance of our ancestors as they prepared to escape from Egypt. The Hebrew says, "Layl Shomrim", "night of watchfulness". The open tent flap evokes the opening of our doors during the Seder.	5" x 7"	$6.50
#3C0030		Z'man Cheruteinu Hand Towel Stitched motif of a ewer pouring forth water fits a purchased fingertip towel or can be worked on a piece of Linaida. Hebrew gives the end of the blessing for hand-washing, "al natilat yadayim".	Purchased finger tip or hand towel with even weave inset	$6.50
#3C0031		Z'man Cheruteinu Matza Cover Border design is adapted from a brooch worn by an Egyptian Queen and encloses the word "matza" in Hebrew. Assembly instructions included.	14" square	$6.50
#3C0032		Z'man Cheruteinu Miriam's Cup (Kos Shel Miryam) Miriam's legacy includes prophecy, healing, and abundant water in the desert. Miriam's Cup (spring water) at the Seder table values women's contributions to our tradition as we pray for healing and wellness.	5" x 7"worked on 18-count Aida	$6.50
#3C0033		Z'man Cheruteinu Miriam Pillow or Banner Inspired by an Egyptian tomb painting. Includes Hebrew words for "Miriam changed for them, let us sing to Adonai," from Exodus. Finish as a small pillow or decorative hanging. Assembly instructions included."	Stitched area 8 1/2" x 6 7/8"	$6.50
#3C0034		Z'man Cheruteinu Seder Pillow Taken from the Haggadah, the Hebrew text reads "Hotzianu Adonai Mi-Mitzraim M'Beit Avodim", "By Adonai we were led out of Egypt, from the House of Bondage".	12"	$6.50
#3C0035		Z'man Cheruteinu Seder Plate Inset Small motifs for shankbone, maror, egg, spring greens, salt water and charoset.	7"x10"	$6.50
#3C0036		Z'man Cheruteinu COMPLETE SET OF instructions for 8 designs above. Z'man Cheruteinu		$48
Item Number		Description	Dimensions	Price
#4D0038		Shalom haYam (cross stitch) This “Shalom” is a window onto a sunny day, complete with sailboat and seagulls. Surrounding the letters is a design of surf and sand. The entire stitched area is approximately 10” wide by 3.25” high. We used Linaida but you could select another sand-tone 14-count fabric.	10” wide by 3.25” high	$6.50
#3CAT		Catalog 3 Hard copy of catalog 3. Black and white photos plus descriptions of each piece. Includes order form.		$3

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