Gary Rosenthal is one of those rare people who can look at a lump of cold metal and envision something exquisite. He takes ordinary copper, brass and steel,melts it, combines it with fused glass and magically transforms it into stunning Judaic art. Gary’s collection is always in demand with our customers at Traditions Jewish Gifts because it’s perfectly functional and yet beautiful enough to enhance a home’s décor.

I met Gary in 1994 and know that he discovered his natural talent for metalworking by serendipity.  He dropped out of Cornell University after his sophomore year and went to work in his father’s appliance repair business. That’s where he learned about welding and how he could create amazing art by shaping molten metals.

Gary started out in the mid-1970s making and selling large decorative wall pieces. Soon he added a series of small figurines depicting hobbyists such as dancers and scuba divers. When he featured these items at an art show in Baltimore, a customer admired them and asked if he could make a menorah in a similar style. When Gary agreed, he opened the door to amazing artistic opportunities.

You see, back then, contemporary Judaica did not exist. So people who wanted modern-styled Jewish art simply couldn’t find it. Turns out that Gary’s work was exactly what they were looking for.

Gary always shows great intuition in knowing what people will like and use for major Jewish holidays and life events. For weddings, for example, the bride-to-be might choose a special mezuzah from the Gary Rosenthal Collection, and insert a personal note to her bridesmaids or small gift for her guests. His other mezuzahs are absolutely lovely for displaying glass shards from the marriage ceremony.

I especially like Gary’s Heartholders group. It features memorable gifts such as picture frames and bookends that allow recipients to complete a gift by making their own additions – everything from photos to glass shards and other small mementos. Many of these items can also be inscribed with names, dates and special text.

To see Gary’s work, check out Traditions Jewish Gifts’ online catalog.  I’m sure you’ll love it as much as I do. And if you’re looking for a great gift, don’t miss our limited-time discount on Gary’s collection. Simply go to our home page or the Gary Rosenthal page of our website for details.

Kay Adams is a Judaica Artist with a different style.  A style that is distinct and colorful. A style that brings a new look to a mezuzah. Traditions Jewish Gifts features a variety of Mezuzahs by Kay Adams that will make any doorway stand out and be noticed.

The Hebrew School Mezuzah is the perfect gift for a Hebrew School teacher. It features a resin school, Jewish Star and book. This mezuzah is hand-made out of acrylic and would make for a great end-of-the school year or Hanukkah gift for your favorite Hebrew School teacher!

Does your son, daughter, grandchild, niece or nephew love sports? Is their room decorated in sports apparel? The Sports Mezuzah by Kay Adams would compliment it well.  The sports mezuzah is hand-made, 3-dimensional and features poly resin balls, bats and rackets.

Is there a new baby in the family or maybe a co-worker that just gave birth? Kay Adams has that covered as well, with its Baby Boy and Baby Girl mezuzah.  These hand-made colorful mezuzahs will look great at the door of any nursery. The boy version features a resin boy, “baby” bracelet and a baby bottle. The girl version features a resin girl, “baby” bracelet and baby bottle. Each mezuzah is 6″ in height.

No matter who the gift is for, you can’t go wrong with a Kay Adams mezuzah.  They are unique and at just $17.95 from Traditions Jewish Gifts they make for affordable great Hanukkah gifts!

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Are you looking for something different?  A different type of gift?  Something that will grab anyone’s attention and really stand out?  Michal Hasson and Simple Touch is your answer! Nothing compares to the fiery power of creating glass fusion to capture the wonder of craft making.  These amazing pieces of Judaica art make for a great gift for any special occasion and Traditions Jewish Gifts has a large selection to choose from!

Looking to get that special person a unique piece of jewelry? The fused glass pendant with the Star of David may be just the answer. This purple square of fused glass is decorated with dichroic glass pieces and a metal Star of David. The pendant comes with a silk cord and is decorated with metal beads. The pendant is 1 1/4″ square and will really stand out around anyone’s neck!

Need more of a house warming type gift? Traditions Jewish Gifts features a large variety of Simple Touch mezuzahs, which all feature a glass fused design.  The red lady bug mezuzah would go great in a newborn baby girl’s room.  The blue framed mezuzah would compliment any family or play room.

Traditions Jewish Gifts also features a variety of Glass Blessing Plaques and unique Shabbat Candle Sticks from Simple Touch that will most certainly get your guests talking and admiring!

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If you don’t already know him Gary Rosenthal creates one of the most popular and unique lines of Judaic art in the United States. His collection of fine art combines copper, brass, and steel with brilliant fused glass. It has a contemporary style rooted in tradition and his inspiration comes from the rich history of the Jewish people.  Work from the Gary Rosenthal Collection has been presented to United States Presidents  and to celebrities as varied as Bette Midler, John Travolta, and Tony Randall. His collection can be found throughout the world in many fine galleries and museums.

Traditions Jewish Gifts is proud to be a distributor of the widely popular Gary Rosenthal collection. All of his art is hand-crafted and made in the USA. From Mezuzahs to Tzedakah Boxes to Wedding Gifts, his collection has something for any type of Jewish occasion and at all price levels to fit any budget.

Plus, now back by popular demand and for a very limited time from Traditions Jewish Gifts, get 10% off any piece of art from the Gary Rosenthal Collection.  But don’t wait too long as this incredible deal can end at anytime!

Special Promotions:

• Back by popular demand -  For a limited time save 10% on all Gary Rosenthal Art.
• Through October 31st, in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, get 10% off select Pink Collection Items and Traditions Jewish Gifts will donate 5% of sales from these products to Sharsheret.
• 10% off all Torahs through 10/10. Use coupon code: TORAH11 at checkout.
• Become our newest Facebook Fan here: https://www.facebook.com/TraditionsJewishGifts and be entered to win $10 off a $50 purchase when we get 1,000 fans!

Have you ever walked into a home or office and come across a small little object hanging from a doorpost?  This little object most likely is a mezuzah. But what exactly is a mezuzah and why is it there?

Well, a mezuzah is a sacred parchment inscribed by hand with two portions of the Torah: the Shema and Vehaya and include the verse “And you shall inscribe these words upon the doorposts of your house and upon your gates.” It is stored in a protective case and hung on the doorposts of Jewish homes and businesses. It is a Torah commandment to hang mezuzot on doorposts. Mezuzot, in turn, remind us of God’s presence and of the duty to fulfill God’s commandments.

Traditions Jewish Gifts is proud to have a variety of beautiful mezuzot for all types of households and offices.  From ceramic to glass to handcrafted to sports themed there is a type out there for everyone.  Do you know someone that recently moved into a new home or office?  A mezuzah is the perfect compliment and gift idea to a new home or place of work.  You can even affix if for them with simple nails or heavy-duty tape.  But remember these rules:

• The mezuzah should be affixed on the right doorpost as one enters.

• The mezuzah should be in a slanted position with top pointed to inside of room.

• The mezuzah should sit on the upper third of the doorpost height (shoulder high).

• The mezuzah should site on the outer 3.2 inches of doorpost width.

• A mezuzah can be installed on any door post in the home or office, except the bathroom.

Remember by affixing a mezuzah to the doorpost of a Jewish home or office you are  fulfilling a  mitzvah!

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