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Having Fun with Hanukkah

By
Abby Zaitley
Issue 20
December 10, 2023
Header image courtesy of Hanukkah Kits.
Issue 20
Having Fun with Hanukkah

There’s an exciting new way to celebrate Hanukkah, as families can start to make some new traditions by creating their very own menorahs. The Hanukkah Kits offer an easy assembly and crafting experience!

Learn more about the local business from founder Abby Zaitley to find out why she wanted to start the company.

Tell us a bit about yourself!

I’m Abby. My partner and I, along with our two little kiddos made the move from the bustle of Toronto to Hamilton in the midst of the pandemic. In my previous life, I was a full-time hair stylist, providing in-home services for my clients all around the city.

But life had a different plan for me. These days, I’m doing the stay-at-home-parent thing. I’ve ventured into the wonderful world of crafting and selling Hanukkah kits, as well as self-publishing two self-love kids books. It’s been quite the journey!

When did you start Hanukkah Kits? And why did you start it?

In 2022, I took the plunge and started business. The pandemic for me, like for so many others, started a big shift in my life. Most prominent being my transition from running a mobile hair styling business for nearly a decade to becoming a stay-at-home parent. I loved my new role but it left little time for creativity.

With Hanukkah Kits, I found a direction to channel my energy while helping other parents, who, like me, wanted to add some creativity into their homes during the holiday season with minimal effort. Hanukkah Kits was started with the desire to make the holiday season more enjoyable, and filled with cherished memories.

What is the mission of Hanukkah Kits?

Our mission is to help you create beautiful and meaningful memories, effortlessly, with your family.

Where would you like to see the business in one year? Five years? 10 years?

I'm the type of gal to take things year by year. Each year, I plan to improve my kits, making them even more user-friendly and environmentally conscious. But when it comes to the long-term goals of Hanukkah Kits, I trust my creativity to lead the way.

What do you love about Hanukkah?

I love Hanukkah for the blend of old and new traditions and the chance to make new memories. Crafting, music, decorating, cooking and quality time with family and friends.

You can read more about Hanukkah Kits here.

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There’s an exciting new way to celebrate Hanukkah, as families can start to make some new traditions by creating their very own menorahs. The Hanukkah Kits offer an easy assembly and crafting experience!

Learn more about the local business from founder Abby Zaitley to find out why she wanted to start the company.

Tell us a bit about yourself!

I’m Abby. My partner and I, along with our two little kiddos made the move from the bustle of Toronto to Hamilton in the midst of the pandemic. In my previous life, I was a full-time hair stylist, providing in-home services for my clients all around the city.

But life had a different plan for me. These days, I’m doing the stay-at-home-parent thing. I’ve ventured into the wonderful world of crafting and selling Hanukkah kits, as well as self-publishing two self-love kids books. It’s been quite the journey!

When did you start Hanukkah Kits? And why did you start it?

In 2022, I took the plunge and started business. The pandemic for me, like for so many others, started a big shift in my life. Most prominent being my transition from running a mobile hair styling business for nearly a decade to becoming a stay-at-home parent. I loved my new role but it left little time for creativity.

With Hanukkah Kits, I found a direction to channel my energy while helping other parents, who, like me, wanted to add some creativity into their homes during the holiday season with minimal effort. Hanukkah Kits was started with the desire to make the holiday season more enjoyable, and filled with cherished memories.

What is the mission of Hanukkah Kits?

Our mission is to help you create beautiful and meaningful memories, effortlessly, with your family.

Where would you like to see the business in one year? Five years? 10 years?

I'm the type of gal to take things year by year. Each year, I plan to improve my kits, making them even more user-friendly and environmentally conscious. But when it comes to the long-term goals of Hanukkah Kits, I trust my creativity to lead the way.

What do you love about Hanukkah?

I love Hanukkah for the blend of old and new traditions and the chance to make new memories. Crafting, music, decorating, cooking and quality time with family and friends.

You can read more about Hanukkah Kits here.

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