Jewish Museum Boxed Hanukkah Cards: Zoomukkah? Hanuzoom? by Jenny Rozbruch
We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again: Hanukkah 2020 is going to be a holiday unlike any other. A lot of us are going to be missing family and friends we’d ordinarily celebrate with, and all kinds of eagerly anticipated festivities – from Hanukkah parties to public menorah lightings – are a no go due to the pandemic.
But we’d like to propose one small custom to add to your Hanukkah toolbox that can help you stay connected even while social distancing: the Hanukkah greeting card. Sending a cute card with a heartfelt message is such an underrated – and easy – way to reach out across the miles and make your loved ones feel cared for. Plus, these days there are so many fun designs to choose from – and today we’re sharing some of our very favorites.
While sending (and hopefully also receiving!) some gorgeous greeting cards to those loved ones you won’t be able to see in person this year is a great way to alleviate some of that pandemic gloom, we realize it may not be quite enough to get you through all eight days – and for that reason, we’re running a FREE online 8 Days of Hanukkah Festival, starting December 8. Come together with our wonderful community of Jewish and Jew-ish women from around the world to share recipes, crafts, decor, music, and more – and to make some new friends, of course! Sign up to reserve your spot today.
Mighty Maccabees Hanukkah Card by ThePaperPonyCo via Etsy
We love the way this fun card illustrates key elements of the Hanukkah story, from the Maccabees to the menorah to that miraculous jug of olive oil!
Blue Hanukkah Scene Card by Paula & Waffle via ModernTribe
(10% discount for Smashing Life members)
We’re loving the folkloric vibes of this blue and white design.
Saguaro Cactus Menorah Card by SketchyNotions via Etsy
Attention all Southwesterners: rep your regional pride with this fun saguaro menorah card! Also appropriate for those of us just dreaming about a warmer climate this time of year…
Fete of Lights Hanukkah Card by New York & Narrative
(10% discount for Smashing Life members)
This understated gold foil greeting card is ever so chic!
Gelt and Glow Hanukkah Card Pack by Bat Sarah Press
(10% discount for Smashing Life members)
We love this set of two Hanukkah cards featuring the contemporary designs of Bat Sarah Press – one features glowing tie-dyed candles, while the other showcases shimmery gold gelt on a navy background.
Floral Menorah Card by Paula & Waffle via ModernTribe
(10% discount for Smashing Life members)
This delicate Hanukkah card features the sweetest blue floral menorah on a peach background.
Twelve Tribes Hanukkah Greeting Card by Rifle Paper Co.
This gorgeous card features symbols of the Twelve Tribes of Israel, painted in a whimsical folkloric style.
Little Dreidel Hanukkah Cards by Cronin Cards
Sometimes you need something simple and understated yet still playful and fun – and this adorable dreidel card fits the bill perfectly.
Festive Menorah Greeting Card by Idlewild Co. via Papier
How festive is this cheery card?! Redolent with traditional Jewish symbols from pomegranates to a dove carrying an olive branch, we know we’d be be stoked to find this in our mailboxes!
Happy Hanukkah Card by CallistoCardsUK via Etsy
We love this whimsical menorah design – and for all our British friends lamenting the lack of fun Hanukkah swag across the pond, this sweet card ships from the UK!
Which is your favorite? Let us know in the comments, or at @yourjewishlife on Instagram!
