Before I can sit down to plan my seder night menu (or maybe we should leave that one to Jamie), I like to design my tablesetting for the evening well in advance of Pesach, as let’s face it, who has time later. Make it fun and easy so the entire family will enjoy. All you need is some cardstock, scissors, corks for the placecards, a good craft store and dollar store (shekel shop for those of us living in Israel), a computer and a little imagination.
For the tablecloth I used a piece of crushed velvet and an overlay of burlap to create the desert look (get it Yetzias mitzrayim).
I’ve made pyramids (you can find instructions on youtube) out of matzah cardstock and parchment paper.
The leftover matzah paper was used to create the napkin rings and the placecards. Simply cut strips of paper, any width you like, and glue to create rings for your napkins.
Wine corks we used to hold the placecards. Cut the bottom of the corks to make a flat surface and then cut a slit in the corks to hold the placecards in place.
Camels and frogs add a fun element to the table. I found my little green friends at my favourite shekel shop, while the camels I downloaded from the internet. If you’ve visited Israel and had the chance to ride a camel, why not include some photos of family on camels, just for fun. Add some flowers for colour and perhaps candles in lanterns for a touch of elegance, then sit back, relax and enjoy your exodus from Egypt.
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please tell me where I can find the camel stand up shapes on the internet please!!
If you are in Jerusalem, you can find them at the shuk, if you are in america maybe try Michaels
di you know where I can locate wooden camels?
How did you get the camels to stand alone? I have downloaded a template that exactly like your camel. How did you reverse the image for the opposite side? Apologies for all the questions!
Don’t be sorry I am thrilled to get your questions and compliments. I am actually in California at the moment. These lanterns I actually borrowed from my business partner who travels all over the world. She is sleeping now..will ask her in the morning but if you are in Florida, you might want to check out Home Goods if you have one there. I love this place, you will find me there at least once a week!! Or google is your friend as they say..happy shopping and stay tuned.
Whoops, sorry! I’m in the USA. Right now, near Tampa, FL, but heading to Philadelphia, PA for the chag! (No cleaning and just a little cooking for this mom; middle daughter is in charge this year :D! So I thought I’d design the table, and I love this look. Those candle holders remind me of howdahs!)
I’m back…I asked my business partner and those little lanterns were purchased at a trade show in Israel years ago. Chag sameach and enjoy
For those of you looking for little lanterns, Pier 1 Imports have greats ones.
where are you located? in the states or in Israel
I love this look! Specifically, where could I find those black votive-candle holders, that look so Middle Eastern <3 ?
Love your ideas