klreic~ to- tern and choosing yarn colors. "It takes me approximately eight hours to com- plete a mezuzah," Weisberg said. "As far as the design, some are no brainers because they are all Jewish themes and usually I will add the ubiq- uitous (Hebrew letter) 'shin: However, I have been inspired by designs I see on wrapping paper, wallpaper; and now I am offering to copy a couple's wedding monogram off their invitation. I have done all of the 12 tribes, and my dream is for someone with a 12-room house to buy all the siblings:' she said. Weisberg also creates custom designs, including a detailed chuppah scene that included sophisticated beading. Linda Zacks also chose a more intri- cate mezuzah pattern for her home in Jerusalem. "Ruchie is very talented and very creative said the former Detroiter. "Many years ago, we had a business together where we designed and sold barrettes and pins made out of puzzle pieces and plastic-themed items. We sold them to Jacobson's and even Tiger Stadium among other places:" The mezuzah Zacks chose is high- lighted by the "seven species" — wheat, barley, grapes, figs, pomegranates, olives and dates — that are listed in the Bible as products of Israel. "My husband Joel and I are going to hang it on the entrance to the living room, which is the main room in our apartment:' she said. "The workmanship is par excel- lence. The Lucite cases that Ruchie had made complement her artwork Also, she personalized mine by writing our last name in Hebrew, which makes it even more personal and special to me:' Weisberg's hope is that the mezuzahs will be a striking and significant addi- tion to many homes as well as helping to support the Yeshoeah Foundation. "I believe that by offering an origi- nal piece of art, people will be more inclined to make a donation," she said. "I am very proud of my work, and I am thrilled to know such an integral piece of Judaica is being lovingly housed in a Jewish home. They are all a testi- mony to my mother's memory and the tzedakah being given in her honor:' ❑ To purchase or custom-order a gift-boxed needlepoint mezu- zah, with a percentage of sales donated to the Yeshoeah Foundation, contact Ruchie Weisberg at: (248) 227-8993 or weloverosie05@aol.com . Cost: Begins at $100. Donations to the Yeshoeah Foundation can be made by sending a check made out to: Matan B'Seter Yeshoeah Foundation, and mailed to Rabbi Shaul Broner, 25971 Stratford Place, Oak Park, MI 48237. ❑ TAM-O-SHANTER COUNTRY CLUB Nothing defines the best of Michigan's summer like sun bathing, a nice dip, great food, and wonderful people all in a single relaxing environment at Tam-O-Shanter Country Club .4.17 I. • p f. 7-0 e. • "Ir 7 ;2,4: MI -- I I r • 1E - tir •■ • • monthly membership dues AGE 30 & Under SOCIAL GOLF MEMBERSHIP MEMBERSHIP 31-35 36-40 41+ $170 $200 $250 $340 $260 $360 $460 $820 To Schedule a Private Tour Special Rates f Our Facility Contact for Seniors age 70 + • • ashar Tobia at 248.855.1900 Ext. 408 Nor Nor Nor 18 Hole Championship Golf Course • Updated Ladies Locker Room Newly Renovated Clubhouse • Updated Pool Facilities • Updated Fitness Center Fine & Casual Dining • Clay Tennis Courts • rant-- o-setter 248.855.1900 www.tamoshantercc.org 5051 Orchard Lake Road West Bloomfield, MI 48323 JN 2000800 April 16 • 2015 55