A Guide to Buying Hanukkah Gifts From Israel.

With the start of Hanukkah just over a month away, now is the perfect time for those in Chutz L’Aretz to order Hanukkah gifts for friends and family and have them delivered from Israel just in time. By ordering Hanukkah gifts from Israel, you can support Israeli stores suffering from the lack of tourists and get unique Hanukkah gifts; it is a win-win scenario.

Please also consider buying a gift for evacuated children, Hanukkah Gifts for Displaced Families – Support Israel. I will distribute the gifts to children living in hotels in Jerusalem who have been evacuated from their homes for over a year.

I have assembled a selection of Israeli companies selling Hanukkah-related products and other Hanukkah (Hanukah/Chanuka /Chanukah) gifts for the entire family. Please note that although a Hanukkah lamp is called a Hanukkiah (hanukiah/chanukiah) in Hebrew and for Sephardim, many Ashkenazim and English speakers call it a Hanukkah Menorah. I will also refer to them in the English plural of Hanukkiahs (rather than Hanukkiot) to avoid confusion.

All the Judaica companies listed below have English-language websites (and most jewelry sites do as well) and offer worldwide shipping.  These businesses need your support, but please consider that processing times might be longer than usual, and there may be delays in the shipping process, so be sure to place your orders soon.

Hanukkiahs & Other Israeli Hanukkah Gifts

Agayof Judaica is a family business founded over 40 years ago in Jerusalem and the original designers of colored anodized aluminum Judaica. I have been buying gifts from Agayof for over 20 years, and the quality and design never disappoints. Hanukkah products include travel and full-size Hanukkiahs, ranging in price from $120 to $900. Agayof has eight different designs of traveling Hanukkiahs, and they make a perfect bar or bat mitzvah gift.

Armadillo Judaica Lovers is a collection of Judaica and homeware combining Jewish tradition with modern design, handcrafted in Israel. Hanukkah products include minimalist Hanukkiahs and dreidels made from 3D-printed clay, ceramic, brass, and acrylic. Prices range from $76 to $229.

Barbara Shaw made aliyah from Sydney, Australia, nearly 40 years ago. Her store sells modern, Jewish-themed homeware products with unique designs and prints. Hanukkah Gifts include Hanukkiahs, gift bags, drip trays, aprons, and other Hanukkah-themed items. Hanukkah products range in price from $5 to $149, and shipping pricing is based on your order total.  I have bought gifts from Barbara for years; she is lovely.

Ceramics By Orly is an Israeli ceramic store that sells Hanukkah menorahs in different styles and colors. Prices range from $82 to $167.

Dabbah is a Jerusalem-based Judaica and jewelry store focusing on anodized metal and silver items. Hanukkah products include travel and full-size Hanukiahs, ranging in price from $120 to $5500. Shipping rates vary depending on the location and size of the order. Dabbah makes lovely products, and the owner is very nice to deal with.

Emanuel Judaica is known for using vivid colors and designs. Hanukkah products include a wide selection of full-size and travel Hanukkiahs made from either metal or wood. Emanuel stocks a large selection of Hanukkah dreidels, including painted wooden designs, for which the designer was first known. Drediels range in price from $17 to $36, and Hanukkah Menorahs range from $34 to $480. Emanuel is another go-to store of mine when buying gifts for friends and family.

Kiyor Studio is a ceramic studio in Jerusalem owned by Chaya Esther Ort. Chaya makes a selection of ceramic Hanukiot, ranging in price from $130 to $825, and offers free shipping to all destinations.

Laura Cowan is a contemporary Judaica designer and Jewish artist from London, now based in Tel Aviv. All her products are original handcrafted designs. For Hanukkah, Laura has a selection of travel and full-size Hannukah Menorahs ranging in price from $125 to $375.

Nadav Art, by Avi Nadav, is a third-generation artist and silversmith based in Jerusalem. Nadav Art’s selection of Hanukkah gifts includes traditional and contemporary Hanukkiot, traveling menorahs, dreidels, matchbox holders, and candle lighters. Hanukkah products are made from aluminum, brass, onyx, and silver and range in price from $60 to $39,100. I have bought some lovely items from this store.

Shevach is a family-run store that makes silver Judaica, combining traditional Yeminte filigree with clean and modern designs. The store sells a selection of traditional silver Hanukkiahs, costing from $740 to $7,979. The products are of good quality, and the family is a pleasure to deal with. I highly recommend them.

SheviB Glass Creations has a series of glass Hanukkiot, which all cost around NIS 500.

World of Judaica is one of the biggest online retailers of quality Judaica and Israeli-made items based in Jerusalem. The store allows you to order from various designers in one place. It includes products from some designers who do not ship their products internationally from their stores, such as Adi Sidler and Danon. Hanukkah products include a variety of Hanukkiahs, Hanukkah candles, and matchbox holders, which range in price from $5 to $2,700.

Israeli Jewellery Hanukkah Gifts

Baltinester Jewelry & Judaica is one of the oldest jewelry shops in Jerusalem. It sells a range of traditional jewelry and Judaica. I bought an Eilat stone chai necklace from this store on my first visit to Israel at the age of 11. Prices range from $39 to $10,494 with free worldwide shipping.

Ben Jewellers is a fine jewelry store in Ra’aana that sells Jewish jewelry. Prices range from $105 to $34,320; worldwide shipping is free.

Ha’ari Kabbalah Jewelry designs jewelry based on Jewish mystical tradition, made in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem studios.

Hadaya Jewelry is famous for making one-of-a-kind engraved jewelry, which is especially popular with seminary (yeshiva) girls. The handcrafted pieces feature biblical quotes and personal messages. Prices range from $15 to $7,250, and shipping costs vary.

Hagar Satat handmakes her jewelry in a studio in Tel Aviv. She has three stores in Tel Aviv and sells her jewelry in 60 stores worldwide. Prices range from $19 to $119, and worldwide shipping is free on all orders.

Impulsiva is a jewelry design company based in Hadera. It focuses on handcrafted chain necklaces and chokers. Prices range from $27 to $550.

KB Jewels is a fashion accessories brand created in Milan and run out of Tel Aviv. The bright and colorful collections focus on evil eyes, hamsa, and other symbols.

Megemeria Jewelry is a jewelry school that provides professional training and employment opportunities to Ethiopian immigrants. The students have produced a range of jewelry designs in support of Israel, and worldwide shipping is free.

Meital Bar Jewelry makes handmade silver and gold jewelry with the option for personalized engraving of names and fingerprints. Prices range from NIS 179 to NIS 2,500, and international shipping costs NIS 150.

Muscat Jewelry is my go-to store for Israeli jewelry gifts for friends, family, and sometimes myself. The store sells a range of designs, including solid gold fine jewelry and gold-plated fashion jewelry. Their modern designs with traditional symbols suit teenagers and adults alike. Prices range from $45 to $4,200.

Nir Oliva Jewelry is a fine jewelry designer in Tel Aviv with a background in goldsmithing and geology. Prices range from $220 to  $7,800; worldwide shipping is free. A friend in Tel Aviv highly recommends this jewelry.

Noa Sharon Designs creates handmade jewelry from 100% recycled gold and silver and conflict-free and fair-trade gemstones. Prices range from $58 to $5,395, and worldwide shipping is free for orders over $400.

Pata Pata Jewelry designs earrings, septum rings, nose rings, and spiritual necklaces. All the jewelry is handmade from nickel-free sterling silver. Prices range from $37 to $790, with free US shipping.

Princess K Jewelry is a fashion jewelry brand inspired by fairytales. Prices range from $49 to $129; worldwide shipping is free.

Shirli’s Jewelry is a Haifa-based jewelry store owned by goldsmith Shirli Matatia. Prices range from $210 to $2,070; shipping is free for orders over $500.

Shlomit Ofir sells fashion jewelry, watches, shoes, handbags, home decor, and stationery. Prices range from $6 to $670; worldwide shipping is free.

Tami Motiv is a jewelry designer from Bethlehem of Galilee who creates delicate feminine jewelry products. Prices range from $43 to $277; shipping is free for orders over $80.

Other Israeli Hanukkah Gifts

Bagels & Locks Studios creates online escape room challenges and other activities focused on Israel and other Jewish themes. The games can be played in small groups or large groups in different locations.

Cyber Angelz sells accessories, bags, belts, jewelry, clothing, and underwear and is a fun gift option for teenage girls. Prices range from NIS 10 to NIS 220.

Doron Zeevi creates modern Judaica items such as challah covers, tallitot (prayer shawls), tallit bags, tefillin bags, Sefer Torah covers, prayer shawls, and crowns.

Gala Designs is a design studio in Givatayim by designer Gal Almog. Gal focuses on simple designs made primarily from wood.

Galilee Dreams sells herbal sachets and candles made from herbs, plants, and fruit grown in the Galilee region in Israel. Prices range from $15 to $610, and worldwide shipping is free for orders over $100.

Groovim is a sock brand founded by a young couple in Jerusalem. Designs include Israeli snacks such as bissli and krembo, Israeli politicians such as Golda Meir and Moshe Dayna, and other Jewish symbols. Prices range from NIS 39 to NIS 149, and worldwide shipping is free for orders over NIS 300.

Hasod sells a variety of gift boxes featuring products from local Israeli artisans and designers. The boxes suit birthdays, new babies, weddings, housewarmings, and more. Prices range from $16 to $199; free shipping on orders over $150.

Inhale Exhale is a yoga accessory store selling yoga bags, blankets, shawls, and sarongs made in Israel. Prices range from $50 to $148; free shipping is available for orders over $90.

JPF Design creates unique Judaica from natural wood and resin, specifically mezuzot, challah boards, and book stands (shtenders). Prices start at $60, and most items can be personalized.

Justine Hats makes hats using natural, sustainable materials, minimizing waste and water use. All hats are handmade using traditional millinery equipment. Justine makes a selection of hats for men and women, including beanies, fedoras, cloches, fascinators, boaters, caps, and more. Prices range from $49 to $580; worldwide shipping is free on all orders.

Lev Haolam is a monthly box subscription service that includes products from small businesses in Judea & Samaria that are affected by terror and international boycotts. The boxes cost $99 monthly.

Libbi.net is a design studio in Rehovot that makes Mezuzot from Pez dispensers, known as Pezuzahs ($20-230). It offers free shipping on orders over $200.

Loni’s is a natural, vegan skincare brand with products made with cold-pressed natural oils and plant-derived vitamins and minerals. UPS delivers to the EU, USA, and Japan for packages up to 0.5 kg.

Made by Dalia, home decor products from Jesmonite are an eco-friendly alternative to resin, and vegan candles are made from soy wax. Products include Shabbat candle holders, trays, and coasters. Prices range from NIS 50 to NIS 200, and shipping fees are calculated based on weight. Dalia is originally from the UK and now lives in Tel Aviv.

Mezoome Designs is a kid’s clothing and bedding company made from organic cotton. Products include sleeping bags, blankets, bed sheets, activity mats, coats, bibs, stroller liners, babygrows (bodysuits), and muslins.

Noa Attias Judaica makes hand-cut and laser-cut Jewish art, including challah boards, seder plates, candle-lighting boards, home blessings, baby names, ketubots, and other gifts. Prices range from $69 to $775. A friend highly recommends Noa.

Plastic Jus is an Israeli fashion brand selling clothes for adults and children, focusing on fantasy, music icons, candies, rock, pop, and dreams—free shipping on orders over NIS 500.

Salty Notion is a fashion brand inspired by the ocean. It is focused on reducing waste, and 10% of its profits go to cleaning oceans.

Sandra Gross is a Brazilian-Israeli abstract artist who makes limited-quantity textured and plexiglass art. Sandra offers worldwide shipping on all her art.

Small Talk is a custom art and decor company owned by Efrat, an illustrator and designer. It is primarily focused on decor for children’s rooms, and international shipping costs range from $14.50 to $18.50.

Studio Cheha is a 2D and 3D artwork studio run by Israeli couple Aya and Nir. Their products include desk and floor lamps, nightlights, illuminated mirrors, and other home decor. Prices range from $83 to $530.

Stylish Luck is a Tel Aviv-based studio that produces home decor, jewelry, and accessories, including key rings, home blessings, and wall hangings. Prices range from NIS 39 to NIS 560.

Talush Art makes a selection of pop art and home decor, including 3D balloon dogs, rubber ducks, and resin candlelight holders.

Touchwoodesign makes wooden 3D puzzles, educational puzzles, and 3D wall decor. Its products have various themes, including biblical and Jewish holidays, wildlife, transportation, games, and education.

YA Fine Art is an art studio in Jerusalem run by Yehoshua Aryeh Stauber, an American-Israeli photographer who sells Israeli landscape photography. The artist offers prices upon request, and 20% of the proceeds support bereaved families.

Yaar Ceramics is an independent ceramics store in Tel Aviv that sells ceramic home decor and kitchenware. Prices range from NIS 40 to NIS 420.

Yoffi is a family-owned company that provides various gift boxes from Israel, including kosher food products, such as halva, tahina, dates, and more. Yoffi has a selection of gifts to show support for Am Israel. Prices range from NIS 28 to NIS 670. I have ordered boxes from Yoffi; they are very professional.

Zach Froneman Art uses various formats for his art, including tigers with oriental patterns in acrylics on canvas, board, and wood, the Old City of Jerusalem painted on parchment, Hebrew Bible passages in acrylics and graphite, and Jewish passages written on parchment with hand-cut quills and reed pens. Prices range from $29 to $1770, and he provides free worldwide shipping on all signed and numbered prints.

In addition to all the stores mentioned above, hundreds of boutique artists and gift makers from Israel sell Judaica jewelry, art, and other gifts on Etsy. Take a look at the incredible selection of Israeli Etsy stores.

Disclaimer: I am not personally familiar with all the stores above, but stores in Israel with English websites are used to dealing with international customers. I have indicated which stores I have personal experience with.

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