Old Navy has 30% off seasonal items through this Sunday, May 2nd. Originally, this sale was in-store only but it is now available online as well. Share| Read More
Thanks to Karen Prince of Miami, Florida for submitting this recipe! Ingredients: 5-6 Cups Flour ½ Cup Sugar 1 teaspoon salt 2 packages Active Dry Yeast 1 Cup Coffee Rich + 1/2 Cup Water ½ Stick Margarine 2 Eggs 2 teaspoons Lemon Peel (Spice Island sells it dried in the spice aisle) CRUMB MIXTURE: ¾ Cups finely chopped walnuts or pecans ¾ Cups... Read more
Speaking of chocolate a new study was published that shows a strong link between eating chocolate and depression. The study was unable to determine the most important part though, whether eating chocolate actually causes depression or depression just makes us want to eat more chocolate. What they were able to determine was that it was the chocolate... Read more
This bright mobile can be made in any color combination. It’s a perfect decoration for a bedroom, playroom or as a hanging centerpiece at a party. The best part is it can be made for under $25. Supplies: Vellum paper (we used 14 shades) 56 sheets of paper total $17 A sewing machine Fishing weights or a heavy clear bead $5 An X-acto knife and... Read more
Enfagrow has introduced chocolate flavored formula (OUD) for toddlers with vanilla flavored scheduled to come out shortly. But fear not, it is fortified with nutrients, omega-3s, and antioxidants! This is from the company that takes great pride in its “decades-long patterning of infant formulas after breast milk”. According to their website... Read more
Ynet has a story of a new music school, Mizmor School of Music, catering to religious musicians, that is scheduled to open for the upcoming school year in Jerusalem. The founders of the school, jazz musician Daniel Zamir, Rabbi Mordechai Vardi, and musician Itzik Weiss, believe that the school will provide a framework for observant youth who have musical... Read more
By Savvima.com It is not often that you will find a young observant woman, sheitel and all, on a national television show hosted by a supermodel. If that’s not enough, she confidently articulates, in front of a live audience and being watched by millions on television, the most delicate topic of Judaism’s unique approach to family purity. You may... Read more
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced that approximately 217,000 Graco cribs have been recalled, due to a malfunction that can entrap, suffocate or strangle infants and toddlers. The recall includes so-called “drop side” wood cribs made by manufacturer LaJobi and branded with the Graco logo. Faulty hardware can cause... Read more
One great thing about reading parenting books, whether they are good or not, is that they get you thinking about parenting which is always a good thing - especially if you are a parent. That said, a new parenting book by Ellen Galinsky called “Mind in the Making – The Seven Essential Life Skills Every Child Needs” was just published. We... Read more
Does your little one love chewing on your necklace, bracelet and everything else on you that is in reach? Or perhaps he has pulled on your necklace sending the beads scattering across the floor? A new trend of teething jewelry products is emerging so you can have your jewelry and your baby can chew it too. SmartMom sells a bracelet, a donut-shaped pendant... Read more
In addition to making hummus and flour out of chickpeas Israeli scientists have now developed a new milk alternative made out of chickpeas as well. The benefit of chickpea milk over soy milk is that chickpeas contain less phytoestrogens, a plant compound that can have a hormonal effect, than soybeans. Chickpea milk is a also good alternative for those... Read more
Here are a few tricks for preventing a button-down shirt from puckering between the buttons: Find a button-front shirt that fits well across your chest even if it’s too big everywhere else. Take it to a tailor to have the rest of the shirt properly fitted. Use invisible double stick clothing tape to help prevent the gaping. Try wearing a camisole... Read more
This recipe tastes better than Chinese takeout! Ingredients: 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts , cut into 1-1/2″ cubes 1 1/2 cups corn starch 1 cup panko bread crumbs 2 eggs, beaten 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 pepper Oil, frying 1 1/2 cup water 1/4 cup orange juice 1/3 cup rice vinegar 2 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon orange zest,... Read more
Here’s a trio of quick crafts for the kids to make for Shavuos. Heart & Lollipop Flowers Supplies: Scrap cardstock Pencil Construction or scrapbooking paper Scissors Hole punch White Glue Ball shaped lollipops Directions: 1. Use card stock to make a half-heart template about 3 inches high and 1 1/4 inches wide. Fold a piece of construction paper... Read more
By Perel Grossman True Story: The living and dining areas were festooned with a variety of flowers. There were roses from Aunt Sylvie and Uncle Harry; carnations from Shira, our guest; tiger lilies from the garden ; and a lovely display of wilting dandelions that had captured the hearts of my children. The table was decked in pristine white. The... Read more
This isn’t your traditional shadchan. Aaron Ellner, a 24 year old orthodox substitute teacher from Woodmere, has started a new matchmaking business. For $60 an hour Aaron will provide moral support to singles who are lacking in confidence. According to him business is booming. “I’m really good at matching people up,” said the 24-year-old... Read more
Savvima.com is launching a contest to help us reach our goal of having 1,000 fans on our Facebook page. We will be giving away one $75 cash gift card when we reach 250 fans, another when we reach 500 fans, another when we reach 750 fans, and another when we reach 1,000 fans. You will receive one entry to the contest for every 10 friends you suggest... Read more
The cupcake craze shows no sign of going away anytime soon. Along with an infinite amount of beautiful cupcake designs comes lots of cute cupcake accessories like this mini cupcake maker. The Babycakes cupcake maker bakes 8 mini cupcakes in just minutes (its dangerous!) and comes with decorating tips, an icing bag and coupler, crust cutting and forming... Read more
Did you know that April has been named National Distracted Driving Awareness Month? For busy moms, the time spent in the car running errands and carpooling may seem like a great time to cross off some items from the to do list. Using a hands free device, moms believe they’re keeping it safe and legal. Now, Focus Driven, an advocacy group for victims... Read more
