Hanukkah is just down the street and around the corner. Perhaps this is the year to acquire a special menorah instead of using the one you’ve always meant to upgrade. Are you entertaining? Will there be children? Having written about suitable candles in an earlier piece, this will offer other decorative, useful and appropriate pleasures…without once quoting the dreidel song!
Above: Keepsake Hanukkah Countdown Calendar- Give the little ones a tradition of their own, away from matches and flames. Hides 9 flaps, each of which can hold a trinket. Lift one flap each day to reveal a candle flame. 30” x 24”. Personalization available for an additional $7.00. Felt with appliqué and decorative stitching. Easy to hang. $69.00 potterybarnkids.com
Above Left: Michael Aram Tree of Life Menorah inspired from the imagery of classic storytelling. “… a symbol which is so widely used in all cultures and by all religions…representative of renewal, hope, sustenance, and love.” What are we all but branches? Hand sculpted, sand cast motif in nickel plate. 11.75” high. $150.00 michaelaram.com
Above Right: Michael Aram’s Olive Branch Menorah inspired from the intricacies of form and texture found in foliage. A beautiful low, graceful shape embodying the branch signifying peace. Peace, for which we all long. 17” long. Nickelplate. $239.00 michaelaram.com
Above Left: Nikki Menorah designed by Olivia Riegel- An old world, ornate design featuring gems, stones, dangling Swarovski crystals and hand-painted enamel. To celebrate proud tradition. 8 ¼” l x 3” w x 6 ¾” h $239.00 frontgate.com
Above Right: Hand-Carved Wood Menorah- Heirloom quality- something to be passed on. Hand-carved from a single piece of mango wood. Detailed with sculptural leaves and blooms, stained finish. Felted underside. 16” w x 4.5” d x 10.5” h. Holds 9 mini menorah taper candles. $99.00 potterybarn.com
Above Left: The ultra elegant Crystal Menorah designed by Olivia Riegel- Brilliant white, hand-painted enamel with Swarovski crystals. Imagine it glittering on your table or sideboard, like something otherworldly. 7 ¼” l x 3 ½” w x 6 ½” h $229.00 frontgate.com
Above Right: Traditional Mosaic Tile Menorah- Evoking the earliest design elements carried over to temple decoration even today, this aluminum and blue/white tiled menorah will signify grace and endurance. Base is weighted for stability. Candle cups are stainless steel. 10” h x 9” w. $60.00 jewishsource.com
Above Left: Michael Aram Pomegranate Tree Menorah- Oxidized bronze tree; each branch topped with gold-plated pomegranate shaped candle holders. Nature and symbolism crafted into a beautifully aesthetic vision. 17” x 5” x 13”. $249.00 jewishsource.com
Above Right: Brass Art Deco Menorah- Absolute simplicity defines this twist of cast brass branches bound together…as we are bound by heritage and belief. 12 ½” h x 13 ¾” w. $65.00 jewishsource.com
And now for the Kinder
Above Left: Wood “Play” Menorah ages 3 & up -It’s never too early to make them a part of ceremony and celebration. Includes menorah, nine colorful, removable candles and removable flames. $29.00 landofnod.com
Above Right: My Soft Chanukah Set 3 & up- Plush menorah has 9 holes for soft, numbered candles. Drawstring pouch for candle storage. Understanding comes at every age in its own way. 6 ½” x 2 ½” x 9”. $13.99 judaism.com
For the Table
Above Left: Set of 6 Hanukkah Napkins. (Matching runner and table throw available) Graceful wheat stalk and dreidels. Printing in metallic silver and gold on blue cotton. 20” square. Machine wash. A bit of soft, appropriate color to your white table. $42.00 potterybarn.com
Above Right: Tree of Life Menorah Plates- Set of 4- A handsome addition to nights of celebration. Emblazoned with a tree of life menorah. Substantial stoneware with hand-applied glaze. 9.5” diameter. Microwave and dishwasher safe. $50.00 potterybarn.com
Sweets!
Above Left: The ever reliable Eleni’s Dreidel! Dreidel! Package of 18 hand-iced sugar cookies: Includes 2 presents, 2 dreidels, 2 menorahs, 3 stars. The perfect gift. A bakery whose reputation is well earned. elenis.com
Above Right: SAS Cupcake Collection- 12 freshly baked, gift-boxed cupcakes for your hostess or your party. 3” w 3” h: 2 vanilla, 2 chocolate with vanilla buttercream, 2 vanilla, 2 chocolate with chocolate butter cream, 2 triple chocolate filled and topped with dark chocolate ganache, 2 red velvet with cream cheese frosting. Mmmmmmmm. Special processing and delivery –order will arrive 4-5 days from placement. $50.00 saksfifthavenue.com
And a Little Something unexpected
Above Left: Personalized First Hanukkah Tutu Set- Really, what will they think of next?! Onsie features her name (max. 10 characters) and the fluffy tutu has star shaped decorations in its folds. Cotton & nylon. Hand wash. Allow 2 weeks if you choose personalization. Get out the cameras! $54.00 chasing-fireflies.com
Above Top Right Set of three dreidels: one of each design.1.25″sq.x3″H . The classic holiday toy -bright blue and silver palettes decorated with Hebrew lettering and elaborately painted detail. Wood and lacquer $11.85 crateandbarrel.com
Above Bottom Right: Blue Menorah Gag Glasses- face it, we have the best and worst senses of humor in the world. Adult-sized and goofy. Practical protection from frying latka grease. $10.99 jewishsource.com
