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jewish--style
Shopping suggestions
that prove Judaic gifts aren't
what they used to be.
Shelli Liebman Dorfman
Senior Writer
G
ifts of Judaica for Chanukah will always include the more traditional
basics, like dreidels, Star of David necklaces, and mezuzahs. But
they can also be a little more unexpected in the form of Chanukah
soaps, something "crafty" and a game that is half dreidel, half Poker.
Many gift items are available at our local Judaica and jewelry stores or online.
Still others can be found where least expected: like in the pharmacy, candy store and
even the pet shop.
Here is a sampling of fun, innovative and unique Judaic gift items for adults,
kids and the furrier members on your list.
Mezuzah Of A Different Color
Ready To Light
Designer Jay Strongwater brings his signature look to the Hannah Floral
Vine mezuzah. Hand-enameled on metal, and adorned with semi-precious
stones and Swarovski crystals, this item was handcrafted in the U.S. $250.
Available at Tapper's Diamonds and Fine Jewelry: 6337 Orchard Lake
Rd., West Bloomfield, (248) 932-7700; and at Twelve Oaks Mall, 27716
Novi Rd., Novi, (248) 465-1800. tappers.com
This fused glass, 12 Tribes menorah, handmade
in the U.S. by Sara Beames of Beames Designs!,
is 12 inches wide by six inches high on a 14-
inch base. $199.95 plus a 30 percent discount.
Available at Sherwood Studios, 6644 Orchard
Lake Road, West Bloomfield.
(248) 855-1600, sherwoodstudiosinc.com
Etched In Gold
From one of the hottest lines in the industry, Emily and Ashley Designs,
known for its appeal to the young, hip generation, is a 14kt gold pen-
dant, featuring a delicate representation of the tree of life, suspended
from a 17-inch chain. $440. Available at Tapper's Diamonds and
Fine Jewelry: 6337 Orchard Lake Rd., West Bloomfield, (248)
932-7700; and at Twelve Oaks Mall, 27716 Novi Rd., Novi, (248)
465-1800. tappers.com
Photo Display
This 4-by-6-inch earth-tone picture frame topped with a blue
Star of David is just one choice of items designed by Ashleigh
Manor. $34.95 with a 30 percent discount. Available at Sher-
wood Studios, 6644 Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield.
(248) 855-1600, sherwoodstudiosinc.com
Decenber 11 • 2008
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