Harvesting spring ranunculus fresh from the field to use in home decor. The adventure begins at the ranunculus fields in Carlsbad, California.
About Brenda Ponnay
Matzo Paper Seder Craft
Make adorable decorations like personal menus, napkin rings and name cards for your Seder table using this free matzo paper printable.
Kumquats in Vintage Jars
Learn to decorate with ornamental seasonal kumquats in colorful vintage glass jars.
Romantic Summer Picnic Date
Romantic Summer Picnic Date from ToriAvey.com contributor Brenda Ponnay My friend Brenda shares the simple joy of a summer picnic with us this week. I am in Israel at the moment, and would love to take a picnic basket like this one to the Galilee! — Tori —  A summertime picnic date can be a perfectly […]
Vintage Poker Night
Tips for hosting a vintage-inspired dress-up poker party, complete with antique decor, dishes and snacks.
The Drama of Peonies in Spring
Fill your home with gorgeous, colorful peonies – the drama queens of spring! Home decor inspiration from Brenda Ponnay.
The Art of the Homemade Latte
Learning the basics of latte art, one delicious mug at a time, from contributor Brenda Ponnay.
Golden Memories Party
Brenda Ponnay shares how to create a nostalgic tablescape with vintage items, maps and old photographs to celebrate beautiful memories.
The Art of the Everyday Dish
A behind-the-scenes look at Deborah Allen’s artistic bone china line from 1882 Ltd.
Turkey Puppets – Thanksgiving Craft for Kids
Easy kid-friendly craft for Thanksgiving – Turkey Puppets. Includes step-by-step illustrated tutorial and free printable cutouts from Brenda Ponnay.
Passover Finger Puppets – The Ten Plagues
Teach children about the Ten Plagues of Egypt with this free printable Passover craft for the Jewish holidays.
Homemade Passover Seder Plates
Learn to make your own Seder plate at home using a plain white plate and nontoxic paint pens. Easy Jewish holiday craft for kids and family.
Purim Finger Puppets
Brenda Ponnay, author of the Secret Agent Josephine blog, is a regular contributor to ToriAvey.com. Her craft blogs are kid and family friendly; each project will help children learn the deeper meaning of the Jewish holidays. Today’s craft: Purim Finger Puppets Here’s an easy and educational Purim craft that won’t make a mess or tie your hands in […]
Homemade Mishloach Manot Baskets for Purim
Brenda Ponnay, author of the Secret Agent Josephine blog, is a regular contributor to ToriAvey.com. Her craft blogs are kid and family friendly; each project will help children learn the deeper meaning of the Jewish holidays. Today’s craft: Homemade Woven Baskets – Mishloach Manot for Purim Purim is right around the corner, which means it’s time to start […]
Homemade Holiday Hot Cocoa Pouches
Learn to make hot chocolate packets for the holidays, includes homemade hot cocoa powder recipe and free printable.
Homemade Hanukkah Wrapping Paper
Brenda Ponnay, author of the Secret Agent Josephine blog, is a regular contributor to ToriAvey.com. Her craft blogs are kid and family friendly; each project will help children learn the deeper meaning of the Jewish holidays. Today’s craft: Homemade Hanukkah Wrapping Paper Homemade gifts are a great way to get creative and save money at the same time. Homemade […]
Autumn Votives
Brenda Ponnay, author of the Secret Agent Josephine blog, is a regular contributor to ToriAvey.com. Her craft blogs are kid and family friendly; each project will help children learn the deeper meaning of the Jewish holidays. Today’s craft: Autumn Votives With the autumn season upon us, and Sukkot and Thanksgiving just around the corner, I thought it would be […]
Rosh Hashanah Napkin Rings
Brenda Ponnay, author of the Secret Agent Josephine blog, is a regular contributor to ToriAvey.com. Her craft blogs are kid and family friendly; each project will help children learn the deeper meaning of the Jewish holidays. Today’s craft: Rosh Hashanah Napkin Rings For Rosh Hashanah, it’s traditional to serve apples dipped in honey to signify our hope for […]
Afikoman Bag for Passover
Learn to make a decorated fabric afikoman bag from Brenda Ponnay. Easy fun passover craft project for kids and family.
Elijah’s Cup Passover Craft
Learn to make a homemade Elijah’s Cup with this fun, colorful, kid-friendly Passover holiday craft from Brenda Ponnay.
