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Rosh Hashanah Magazine Art.IL 2025
- Jane Adlawon
- Aug 28, 2025
- 12 min read
Updated: Sep 7, 2025
Rosh Hashanah is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate with the people dearest to us. It is a time to give meaningful gifts – a symbol of appreciation, love, and blessings for the new year. These gifts do far more than bring a smile; each one tells a story. Every item is a unique creation, lovingly crafted by local artists.
Handmade treasures with a personal touch
In this article, we’ve gathered a selection of special items for Rosh Hashanah. Each one is full of character, created with passion and talent by skilled artisans. After all, there’s nothing like a gift that warms the heart (and starts the new year with joy).
Shelly Okun is an Israeli ceramic artist who blends traditional craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetics. Inspired by natural textures and everyday life, her creations are both functional and artistic – made to bring warmth and beauty to the home table. Each piece is carefully designed and handcrafted, making no two alike.
A modern terracotta baking dish with turquoise-blue glaze
A handcrafted baking dish made of speckled terracotta, featuring a vibrant turquoise-blue glaze. Perfect for baking lasagna, quiches, cakes, or vegetarian dishes. Safe for use in the oven, microwave, and dishwasher – and beautiful enough to go straight from the oven to the table. A wonderful gift for a host or a new home.
Handmade from speckled terracotta
Food-safe, lead-free glaze
Kiln-fired at 1200°C
Dimensions: approx. 26 × 21 × 9.5 cm
Large white porcelain serving bowl
A handcrafted porcelain bowl, elegant and versatile, decorated with delicate sgraffito – a decorative technique of carving into the surface to reveal a contrasting layer. Perfect for baking, serving, or as a centerpiece filled with fruit or seasonal decorations. An ideal gift for food lovers, newlyweds, or anyone who appreciates unique tableware.
Handmade porcelain with sgraffito decoration
Multi-purpose: for baking, serving, or decoration
One-of-a-kind work of art
Nurit Naor is an Israeli designer and artist whose creations blend tradition with modern elegance. Working with polymer clay and contemporary design elements, she gives new interpretation to symbols from Jewish heritage, transforming them into colorful, stylish pieces that brighten the home and celebrate life’s special moments. Her works carry both aesthetic beauty and cultural meaning, making them a perfect choice for festive occasions such as Rosh Hashanah.
Holiday Candlesticks
Elegant handcrafted candlesticks with a clean, modern square design. The perfect blend of tradition and contemporary style – ideal for lighting candles on Rosh Hashanah or as a sophisticated addition to any holiday table. A meaningful gift for hosts, adding warmth, beauty, and light to the celebration.
Festive Pomegranate for Rosh Hashanah
A handcrafted pomegranate made of polymer clay, symbolizing abundance, blessing, and joy. With its colorful and vibrant design, it brings warmth and a festive atmosphere to any space. A perfect gift for Rosh Hashanah, or as a lasting, cheerful decoration that adds meaning and joy to the home all year round.
Large Pomegranate
A striking handcrafted pomegranate made of polymer clay, designed in bold, vibrant colors. Its impressive size gives it a special presence, making it an ideal decorative piece for Rosh Hashanah or a unique gift for any time of year. Perfect for hanging at the entrance to the home, in the living room, or in the office, it radiates light and positive energy while symbolizing abundance, blessing, and joy.
Michal Maduny is an Israeli textile and surface designer whose work blends tradition, symbolism, and modern aesthetics. Inspired by Jewish heritage and festive motifs, she creates meaningful home décor pieces that bring beauty, joy, and spirit into everyday life. Her Rosh Hashanah designs, in particular, highlight classic festive symbols such as pomegranates, connecting the holiday table to themes of blessing, abundance, and renewal.
Rosh Hashanah Pomegranate Table Runner
Celebrate the new year in style with an elegant table runner featuring a pomegranate design. The pattern adds a festive, traditional atmosphere to the dining table while bringing a touch of modern artistry. Perfect for Rosh Hashanah meals, but also a year-round decorative piece for anyone who appreciates beautiful, meaningful design.
Available in a variety of sizes for maximum convenience
Printed on 100% polyester using sublimation technology for sharp, vibrant colors
Printed on 100% cotton twill using DTF technology for a classic look
Hemmed edges for durability and longevity
Available in two material options: cotton twill or polyester
This runner makes a wonderful centerpiece for holiday meals, symbolizing blessing and joy while enriching the festive atmosphere.
Idit Matan is an Israeli artist and designer specializing in contemporary metal artworks. Her creations combine Jewish tradition, natural motifs, and modern aesthetics, transforming meaningful symbols into elegant wall pieces. Each work is crafted with precision and finished to the highest standard, bringing beauty, heritage, and inspiration into any space.
The Seven Species – Modern Metal Wall Art
A unique wall piece celebrating Jewish tradition with a clean, contemporary design. This precisely cut metal artwork depicts the Seven Species of the Land of Israel – wheat, barley, grapevine, fig, pomegranate, olive, and date – as symbols of abundance, heritage, and connection to the land. Perfect for the living room, kitchen, entryway, or sukkah, it also makes a meaningful gift for holidays, weddings, or housewarmings.
Diameter: 18 inches
Crafted with precision and a high-quality finish
Map of Israel with Local Flowers – Modern Metal Wall Art
A striking design that highlights the beauty of the Land of Israel in a modern style. This precisely cut metal artwork features the map of Israel adorned with native flowers – a symbol of roots, nature, and heritage. Suitable for display in the living room, kitchen, entryway, or sukkah, it makes an exceptional gift for holidays, weddings, or housewarmings.
Size: 18 × 6.6 inches
Clean, contemporary design with elegant lines
Star of David with Doves – Modern Metal Wall Art
An elegant and meaningful design that combines the timeless Star of David with graceful doves, creating a powerful symbol of peace and harmony. Crafted with precise metal cutting, it offers a modern look infused with deep cultural significance. Perfect for the home, office, or as a festive decoration, it also makes a heartfelt gift for special occasions.
Size: 18 × 18 inches
Finish options: black, white, red, silver, or copper
Smadar Alon is an Israeli artist and designer who creates unique textile pieces that combine tradition, contemporary aesthetics, and a personal touch. Her works are distinguished by delicate lines, elegant colors, and meticulous attention to detail, transforming each item into functional art that brings warmth and uniqueness to the Jewish home.
Pomegranate Table Runner
A festive table runner featuring a hand-drawn design of pomegranate branches, a fruit symbolizing abundance, blessing, and good tidings. Specially designed for the Rosh Hashanah table, it gives any holiday or gathering a rich, elegant, and joyful look. The runner can also be purchased as a set with a matching challah cover, creating a complete and harmonious table setting.
Tal Dekers, the designer and creator behind Talush Studio, brings a youthful, colorful, and inspiring approach to contemporary design. Her works are characterized by a playful combination of form, color, and movement, turning every space into something more unique and joyful. Each piece is handmade with meticulous attention to detail, offering more than just decoration – an artistic experience for the home.
Wall Sculpture – Modern Neon Design
The perfect solution for an empty living room wall: a wall sculpture in bold neon colors that plays with light to create stunning effects of color and movement. It adds character and joy to any space, whether in the living room, bedroom, or any corner that needs a modern touch.
Hanging Mobile – A Dance of Color and Form
A dynamic mobile that brings life into any room. With each gentle breeze, it casts mesmerizing shadows and shifting colors, creating a magical atmosphere in children’s rooms, the kitchen, or by a sunlit window. Available in three color options.
Modern Vase
A contemporary vase that transforms any flower, branch, or small keepsake into a work of art. Available in a variety of vibrant colors, it’s perfect for any corner of the home. Vase height: approx. 20 cm.
Contemporary Tea-Light Holders
Candlesticks inspired by chain-link metal design, available in two sizes (18.8 cm and 14 cm) and a range of rich colors. They allow for creating a unique and striking composition, featuring a wide base for full stability and a safe design for tea-light candles.
Lucy Beshan Brown is a ceramic artist whose creations radiate playfulness, warmth, and charm. Each handmade piece carries its own unique character, with imaginative illustrations and golden touches that transform everyday moments into something special. Her art brings joy into the home, turning small coffee or tea breaks into a little celebration.
Handmade Ceramic Mug
A delightful handmade ceramic mug, decorated with a playful illustration featuring golden glasses. The colorful mix of pink, orange, and green makes every sip a cheerful experience. Perfect for daily use or as a unique and original gift.ת.
Mug
A playful, character-filled mug, featuring colorful hand-painted details and golden glasses that add a whimsical sparkle. The blend of bright colors makes it truly one of a kind – a piece that brings a smile with every use.
Mug
A handcrafted ceramic mug that combines artistic illustration with cheerful color combinations. Featuring golden glasses and a palette of pink, orange, and green – it’s both functional and decorative, a little work of art for everyday use.
Orly Pittel is an Israeli ceramic artist whose works blend Jewish tradition with contemporary design. Her creations touch the heart through the integration of words, symbols, and universal values, turning them into small art pieces that bring inspiration and blessing to the home. Each item is lovingly handmade, carrying both beauty and deep meaning.
Set of Ceramic Stones with Words in Hebrew and English
A unique set of five handmade ceramic stones, each engraved with a word in Hebrew alongside its English translation: Love, Joy, Hope, Peace, and Israel. These stones represent universal values and a bridge between culture and tradition, making them a timeless gift or an inspiring piece of Jewish home décor.
Miniature Ceramic House – “Israel in My Heart”
A small handmade ceramic house engraved with the words “Israel in My Heart.” This piece symbolizes belonging, heritage, and love for the land – a personal and meaningful keepsake that connects the heart to Israel, even from afar. A touching and significant Jewish gift for any home.
“Happy Holiday” Ceramic Stones
Handmade blessing stones crafted from ceramic, engraved with the words “Happy Holiday.” Each stone is carefully made, carrying joy, blessing, and a festive spirit. Perfect for decorating the holiday table, as a symbolic gift, or as a special addition to any celebration.
Shabbat candle holder
A delicate pair of candle holders on a tray with real flower imprints, bringing an atmosphere of nature, warmth, and uniqueness to the Shabbat table. This one-of-a-kind creation beautifully connects ancient tradition with contemporary elegance. The accompanying tray is adorned with meaningful symbols, the Star of David, the Dove of Peace, and the Hamsa, alongside the inscription Shabbat Shalom. Perfect as a gift for a Jewish home or as a heartfelt addition to your own Shabbat evening.
Shanah Tova miniature houses set
A handmade set of small, colorful houses with Hebrew letters forming the blessing “Shanah Tova,” Happy New Year. At the center stands a special house featuring a Hamsa, symbolizing protection and blessing. A unique and meaningful holiday gift that brings joy and warmth into any home.
Handmade Ceramic Hamsa with Pomegranate
A unique handmade ceramic Hamsa featuring a red pomegranate, a symbol of abundance and blessing. The piece is engraved with the Hebrew words “Health, Love, Happiness”, bringing positive energy, protection, and meaning into any home. A thoughtful gift for the holidays or any special occasion.
Shelly Okun is an Israeli ceramic artist who creates unique handmade pieces that blend ancient pottery traditions with contemporary, colorful design. Her works radiate warmth, natural beauty, and a Mediterranean spirit, transforming any table into a festive and special setting.
Large Serving Plate with Fish Texture
A stunning handmade ceramic plate featuring an embossed fish texture. Perfect for serving cakes, fruits, or other festive dishes, and just as beautiful as a decorative centerpiece filled with pinecones or cherished items. A classic plate that brings rustic charm and elegance to the table – a perfect gift for hosts.
Details:
Sand-colored stoneware
Handmade design
Kiln-fired at 1200°C
Lead-free glaze
Dishwasher- and microwave-safe
Dimensions: approx. 30 cm diameter, 3 cm height
Extra-Large Ceramic Plate in Shades of Turquoise and Blue
A handmade ceramic plate featuring a unique floral texture and eclectic design. With deep turquoise and blue tones, it brings a fresh and distinctive look to the table, serving beautifully as either a striking centerpiece or a serving dish for festive meals. A unique and elegant gift for any design-loving home.
Details:
Terracotta stoneware
Handmade design
Kiln-fired at 1200°C
Lead-free blue glaze
Dishwasher- and microwave-safe
Dimensions: approx. 32 cm diameter, 4 cm height
An Israeli artist and designer who creates unique textile pieces that combine tradition with contemporary aesthetics. Her works bring festive color and elegant style to the holiday table, turning every gathering into a special and memorable experience.
Rosh Hashanah Holiday Table Set – Challah Cover & Pomegranate Table Runner
A festive set including a challah cover and matching table runner, both decorated with a pomegranate motif – a symbol of abundance, blessing, and good tidings. The set is available in three celebratory color combinations: terracotta, golden yellow, or red-green. The challah cover can be personalized with text in Hebrew or English, making the set a meaningful and personal gift for Rosh Hashanah or any festive occasion.
Details:
Challah Cover: cotton, size 18” × 14”
Table Runner: polyester, available in 16” × 72” or 16” × 90”
Designed in Israel, printed and shipped from the USA
Slight color variations may occur due to material and printing process
HUB-ility is a creative brand that connects art, tradition, and festivity through unique handmade products. Each piece carries the brand’s distinctive style — colorful, joyful, and full of meaning — making them a perfect holiday gift or a way to bring beauty and inspiration into everyday life.
Rosh Hashanah Greeting Cards
A festive set of 5 greeting cards with envelopes, printed on high-quality 300gsm paper with a laminated finish. Each card opens like a booklet, featuring original artwork on the front and information about the HUB-ility initiative on the back. Available in a variety of sets, these cards are a meaningful way to share heartfelt wishes and blessings for the new year.
Honey Jars & Bottles – Sweetness with Art
Honey is one of Rosh Hashanah’s most cherished traditions, and HUB-ility gives it a unique artistic touch. Each jar and bottle comes with a colorful, art-inspired label, turning this festive classic into a keepsake item. Beautifully packaged and ready for gifting, these jars are not only delicious but also decorative — a perfect holiday table centerpiece and a heartfelt gift to wish loved ones a sweet new year.
Merav Burger, the designer behind Hallel Jewelry, creates unique pieces that blend faith, Jewish tradition, and contemporary design. Each piece carries a deep spiritual message and is crafted with care, making it both a luxurious fashion accessory and a personal symbol of inspiration and blessing.
Square Hoop Earrings
Square gold-plated earrings, small and delicate yet with a magnetic presence. Comfortable for everyday wear—you can even sleep and shower with them. The earring features the sacred letters “Alef-Dalet-Lamed,” “Samekh-Alef-Lamed,” and “Mem-Heh-Shin” from the 72 Names of God in Kabbalah.
Healing Blessing Wrapped Ring
A unique ring engraved with the complete Healing Blessing from the Amidah prayer. On the outside—an elegant texture with the letters “Mem-Heh-Shin” as a spiritual segula for healing. Made of high-quality gold-plated brass (suitable for water use, but not with cleaning agents). Also available in 925 sterling silver.
Inspiring Men’s Bracelet
A powerful, masculine bracelet made of two interwoven stainless steel chains, set with a central box engraved with meaningful messages on both sides. A piece that serves as both a personal statement and an inspiring gift.
Striking Geometric Ring
A sterling silver geometric ring featuring on its front the closing verse of Shir LaMa’alot: “The Lord will guard your going out and your coming in, from now and forever.” On the inner side, the Priestly Blessing is engraved. Designed for comfort—broad in the front and narrow inside, wrapping the finger with ease.
Star of David Ring with Sparkling Motif
A bold Star of David ring, suitable for both men and women. The Star of David crowns the ring’s face, while a delicate repeating texture runs along its band. The ring is adjustable and fits any finger—making it a perfect and meaningful gift. Available in high-quality gold plating or 925 sterling silver.
Dafna Podlubny, the designer behind the D.Atelier brand, creates elegant and unique jewelry that blends clean design with high-quality materials. Her work reflects meticulous attention to detail and a desire to bring beauty and personal character to everyone who wears her creations.
Gold-Filled Earrings with Amethyst
Delicate gold-filled hoop earrings adorned with a drop-shaped purple amethyst gemstone. This combination creates an elegant and stylish look—on the one hand, comfortable and suitable for everyday wear, and on the other, carrying a unique presence that makes them perfect for festive occasions. Earrings that are both classic and full of character.
Odelia Yankowitz, the creator behind the Hekinoti brand, brings a deep connection to the land, nature, and Israeli spirit through her work. Her creations draw inspiration from the blooming anemones of the South—powerful, vibrant red flowers that have long become a symbol of hope, resilience, and remembrance. Each piece carries a message of connection, emotion, and positive energy.
Magnet Set | Anemones at Heart 1 – 6 Magnets
A set of six magnets featuring red anemone designs, each measuring 5×5 cm. Perfect for the refrigerator, metal doors, inspiration boards, or any magnetic surface. Comes in a carefully designed package—a small gift with great meaning, ideal for a loved one, a teacher, or even for yourself.
Magnet Set | Anemones at Heart 2 – 6 Magnets
Another unique set from the Anemones at Heart collection, including six magnets with inspiring anemone illustrations. A touching gift for International Women’s Day, a close friend, or as a personal addition to your home. Even in difficult times, the anemones remind us to keep blooming.
Magnet Set | Anemones at Heart – 9 Magnets
An extended set of nine magnets, featuring the same inspiring designs of the blooming southern red fields. Each magnet is like a “small flower of positive energy”—a personal keepsake with deep emotional resonance and a strong bond to the Israeli land and soul.
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