Bar Mitzvah Favors Info

Bar Mitzvah Favors Or Bat Mitzvah Favors - What to Give and How Much to Spend!

2009-10-22T07:04:00.000-07:00

Before the recent financial crisis there seemed to be no limit on what parents were spending on their sons or daughter's Bar or Bat Mitzvah. It seemed to be a "can you top this" situation where one party was more extravagant then the next. The decorations were over the top, bigger and more elaborate venues were being used, bands with 10, 11, 12 members, food from the top chefs, and party favors that were unforgettable all without a budget in mind.

We went to a Bat Mitzvah held in an airplane hanger. This venue obviously started out as an empty space, they had to lay flooring throughout the hanger, bring in tables and chairs, ovens for the chefs, lighting for the whole area, build walls around the area being used, a sound system, set up parking areas and god knows what else to make this a usable place to hold a party. They had an elaborate video made, that included a trip on a private plane and numerous other settings. They had a huge band and then to close the night they actually had the original or what is left of the original "Village People" perform. They had all kinds of things for the kids to win, electronic items, clothing, etc., etc. They gave out several party favors when the whole affair was over. Was the party unbelievable, absolutely! Was it over the top, absolutely! Did everyone have a great time, absolutely!

Was it necessary to do all this, how can anyone count anyone else's money or tell them how to spend it, but I can guarantee since the latest financial hit there are a lot less of these kinds of parties going on across the country then there used to be.

With parents cutting back on how big and how elaborate of a party to give, they are also cutting back on what they spend on their party favors. Even though supplying party favors is our business and of course we make more when people are able to spend more, we understand and appreciate what is going on in the country. We also understand it is not how much you spend on your party favor but what you give and how you imprint it (to be covered in another article).

Your budget is your budget, spend what you are comfortable spending. Take beach towels as an example, this is a great gift, but depending on how you decorate the towel it can get a little pricy. In this case think about imprinting with a one color imprint versus embroidering them. Another example is a drawstring bag, you can get one for $7.00 or $8.00 or one for less then half that cost. Does the more expensive one maybe have an extra pocket or sharper looking design to it, probably, but in these financial times you have to think is it worth the extra money? In some cases it will be, in most the less expensive item will work just fine. Your child has their heart set on a sweatshirt, think a crew neck one versus a hoodie with pockets, less expensive but very desirable as a party favor.

But don't make the mistake of choosing your end of the night giveaway solely on cost. We have so many parents contact us and the first thing they say is "this is my third bar mitzvah, I just want something cheap, so I can be done with this". You can get something less expensive but still have some usefulness to your child's friends. Why even buy something cheap just for the sake of giving something out at the end of the night that will be thrown out the next morning. A good online party favor company should have a large selection of bags and other items that are less expensive, but with the proper decoration would still be appreciated by your child's friends. Of course if you really are on a tight budget, think about doing a white t-shirt with a one color imprint, inexpensive and who can't use another t-shirt, whether it is to sleep in or play sports in.

Just remember these are 13 year old kids, do they want to receive a party favor at the end of the night, most definitely. Do they really care how much it costs, absolutely not. They just want something they can use.

The Dress

2009-06-16T07:30:00.000-07:00

I'm just back from a beach vacation which I throughly enjoyed. Whenever I take a beach vacation I like to take a book to read on the beach. Usually something light and easy to get through quickly. Anyway it turns out that in the book I chose there is an upcoming Bat Mitzvah. The mom and daughter have very different ideas about what they want from this special occasion. The mom wants a low key meaningful experience and the daughter wants all the bells and whistles. The mom is conservative and still thinks of her daughter as her baby and the daughter feels that becoming a Bat Mitzvah means she is becoming a young adult. Which is hard to argue with since that is what becoming a Bat Mitzvah is about.
So where do you draw the line? I personally feel that you need to let your daughter have some input regarding the party. Of course this does not mean that she should be wearing a dress that is inappropriate or that you have to blow your budget not only for the Bat Mitzvah but for the whole year. As much as it is difficult to see our children growing up it is part of the process so you need to find a happy medium. Your daughter does not need to look like a sex goddess she should feel like a teen princess. This is after all her special day and you want her to shine not only through the service but at her celebration. So just think back to when you were her age and whether or not you were being Bat Mitzvahed remember the aches and pains of growing up. It wasn't easy then but it truly wasn't as hard as now.

It's Summer !!!

2009-06-01T11:18:00.000-07:00

I love this time of year school is out, the clocks don't need to be set, and we don't need to be on such a structured schedule. Everything slows down a little the snowbirds go home, we can get into restaurants and you don't need to hound the kids about homework and studying. I could live without the humidity but other than that what could be better.
I also find that summer is a great time to try some new recipes.

So I'll share one I just found I haven't tried it yet but is sounds so refreshing.

Cucumber-Avocado Yogurt Soup
This recipe will serve 4-6 people, but can easily be doubled for a crowd.

2 medium or 4 small cucumbers (best to use organic or English cucumbers)

1/2 avocado, ripe (it would also be fine to use a whole avocado, if you really love avocados)

1 8-oz container plain low-fat or non-fat yogurt

1 tablespoon lime juice

Soy or skim milk, or water, to thin soup if necessary

Salt and pepper to taste

1) Peel cucumber and scoop out seeds with a spoon. Chop coarsely and add to blender.

2) Remove pit and scoop out avocado flesh and add to blender with cucumber. Add yogurt, lime juice, salt, and pepper and blend until smooth, about 1 minute. If soup is too thick, add milk or water in small increments to thin soup to desired consistency. Taste and adjust seasonings.

3) Refrigerate until ready to serve. Garnish with salsa.

Salsa Garnish for soup
This is a great garnish for soups, or even to eat with chips alone.

1/4 cup chopped bell peppers (various colors)

1/4 cup diced tomatoes, seeds removed

1 tablespoon diced red or sweet onion or sliced scallions (green and white parts)

1/4 cup diced unpeeled cucumbers, seeds removed

1 tablespoon chopped jalapeno peppers, seeds removed (keep some seeds if you want it spicy)

Splash lime or lemon juice

Splash olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

Mix all ingredients in a bowl, taste, and adjust seasonings. Refrigerate until ready to serve, and garnish soup with salsa. Serve any extra salsa with chips or bread.

If you try it let me know what you think.

What makes BarMitzvahFavors.com Special?

2009-05-22T05:37:00.000-07:00

A child's Bar/Bat Mitzvah is truly a coming of age experience in the Jewish religion and within your family. When a child turns 13 they are entering young adulthood. This means they usually if they haven't already are voicing their opinions and think they know everything. It isn't until they are truly adults with full responsiblitiies that they realize that you never stop learning and having to make decisions.
With this all said we know how difficult it can be to put all the pieces together for the perfect celebration for your Bar/Bat Mitzvah child. From picking the event venue, photography, music, games,favors etc.
At BatMitzvahFavors.com we take the headaches away. We will help you find the perfect item and create just the right imprint that fits your individual families needs. We aren't about telling you what you must do; we want to make sure you have what you want and what fits your special day.
Each Bar/Bat Mitzvah favor that we do is special because it is for your child. Nothing means more to us than making sure that your child is pleased with the final product. With that in mind you will see a large selection of favor options on the website but if you don't see what you want or you need assistance in figuring out what you should give just contact us.
You can either call 561-750-8683 or e-mail us at info@barmitzvahfavors.com for "Favors that will be remembered long after your party is only a treasured memory".

The Bar/Bat Mitzvah Weekend

2009-05-12T07:26:00.000-07:00

Bar/Bat Mitzvah's have become more than just a ceremony with a party to celebrate after the service. They have become an all encompassing weekend event. Starting with making arrangements for the out of town guests including space reserved in a hotel so family members can all be together, a welcome bag so they have goodies to snack on after their trip, a shabbat dinner so their stomaches aren't growling at the Friday night Shabbat service. Saturday is the actual service with a kiddush lunch to follow if the party isn't until the evening. Then the party celebration including cocktail hour for the adults and children, entertainment for the children, dancing, dinner and a favor to remember the event. Sunday brings the closing of the weekend with a brunch to recap the weekend and say goodbye to your out of town guests.

The one thing that should without a doubt be sent home with your out of towners is a guide to dieting after the celebration. Mazel Tov!

Why do we give out favors?

2009-05-07T09:49:00.000-07:00

I have loved favors since I was a little kid. I remember I couldn't wait for a party to be over so I could get that special something. Then I became a Mom and again I was obsessed with favors. I couldn't wait to hunt out that special favor to make my child's birhtday celebration just a little bit more special. So it wasn't that unusual that when my oldest was getting ready to have her Bat Mitzvah that I again would be in search of that Special favor. This favor had to have a logo so that it would commemorate the occasion. I had a hard time finding someone who could show me something and create it for me. I finally did find it but I also decided to follow my favor passion and help other people come up with that Special favor. So 6 1/2 years later I not only have a showroom for my local clientele to visit I have an e-commerce site to assist people all over the country. So call me or e-mail me and let me help you find that Special favor that will be remembered long after your party is only a treasured memory.
info@barmitzvahfavors.com or 561-750-8683

How time flies by

2009-04-28T10:56:00.000-07:00

Wow I can't believe it's the end of April! I especially can't believe that so much time has gone by since I last wrote a blog; so sorry about that.
Speaking of time the school year is almost over we are already working on June Bar/Bat Mitzvah's; I'm not sure where this year has gone. Between day to day life, work and family,a child in their first year of college, a new President and the economic turn down life has been busy.
Well if you are anything like me and just saw the year fly by then it would be wise to start preparing during the summer months for your up coming Bar/Bat Mitzvah. So whether that involves getting the clothing, thinking about your theme or finding the perfect favor for your event the summer is the best to do your research. For those of you who have children who are fortunate enough to go to summer camp but need to practice for their Bar/Bat Mitzvah that is coming up in September or October check with your camp. Many times they have tutors available to assist your children. Summer without the worries and pressure of school work on top of everything else is a good time to clear the cob webs and prepare for your most memorable of occasions.
So feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance at info@barmitzvahfavors.com or 561-750-8683 for "Favors that will be remembered long after your party is only a treasured memory"

Another Passover Recipe

2009-04-07T09:48:00.000-07:00

I definitely realize that tomorrow is the first seder and I do have a menu prepared and most of the shopping done but I just found another recipe that I think I might swap out with my mash potatoes. I always make those for my daughter who is a little fussy. I found this great Baked Potato Latkes recipe that can be made ahead of time and it's even low fat.

Baked Potato Latkes

Ingredients

3 spray(s) cooking spray
2 pound(s) potato(es), yellow, peeled
3 medium shallot(s)
1/2 cup(s) fat-free egg substitute
3 tbsp matzo meal
1 1/2 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp table salt
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground

Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375ºF. Spray a standard 12-indentation muffin tin with nonstick spray.

Use the large holes of a box grater to shred the potatoes. Working by small handfuls, squeeze the shredded potatoes over the sink to get rid of any excess moisture. Place in a large bowl.

Stir in the shallots, egg substitute, matzo meal, thyme, salt, nutmeg, and pepper. Divide the mixture into the 12 muffin indentations.

Bake 30 minutes. Spray the tops again with nonstick spray. Continue baking until browned and set, about 30 more minutes. Cool at least 10 minutes on a wire rack before serving. Makes two latkes per serving.

Notes:
Store latkes in the tin, covered, in the refrigerator and reheat in a preheated 375ºF oven for about 15 minutes.

So if it isn't written in stone change it up and try this recipe.

Let me know what you think!

Getting ready for Passover?

2009-04-06T07:28:00.000-07:00

Passover is just a couple of days away and if you are anything like me you tend to have your specific recipes for each holiday but you like to try a new one each year. I like the tried and true but I also like to spice things up. I love when people send me new recipes so here is one I found.

Chakchouka (Moroccan Salad)

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

8 to 10 ripe tomatoes, halved, seeded and chopped

3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced

2 green bell peppers, cored, seeded and chopped

1 jalapeno or serrano chili pepper, seeded and minced

1 tablespoon sweet paprika

1 tablespoon smoked paprika

1 tablespoon lemon zest

salt to taste

1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Add tomatoes and cook, stirring 4 to 6 minutes until they breakup and begin to exude juices and melt apart. Add garlic, peppers, chili peppers and spices and lemon zest. Continue to saute 3 minutes until well cooked and mixture forms a chunky sauce. Season with salt. Sprinkle with parsley. Makes 10-12 servings

Only 43 calories per serving

Enjoy! Send me recipes too! ami@barmitzvahfavors.com

Green Products for your Bar/BatMitzvah Favor

2009-03-30T06:21:00.001-07:00

The most common question we get asked from our clients is what is new and different for a Bar/Bat Mitzvah Favor give-a-way. This year I would have to say it would be a green product. There are bags and water bottles that are perfect give-a-aways for your Bar/Bat Mitzvah favors. These are items that always get used and are most definitely affordable.
In a time when we are trying to be more aware of our surroundings and we need to make sure that our children and our children's children have a safe environment to live in this is a great statement to make. It is truly a Mitzvah to enlighten our children about saving our earth.
So e-mail us info@barmitzvahfavors.com or give us a call 561-750-8683 and will be more than happy to assist you with the newest green products available for "Favors that will be remembered long after your party is only a treasured memory"

What makes a favor unique?

2009-03-09T08:31:00.000-07:00

We are constantly being asked what is the hottest new product for a Bar/Bat Mitzvah Favor? There are always new bags and new apparel styles and even some new tech items. But to be honest what makes the item truly unique is the artwork that is created. Many parents say to me every weekend their child is going to a Bar/Bat Mitzvah and they all say"all my child comes home with are sweatshirts and t-shirts". The truth is though that the kid's love these because they can have a graphic designed that commemorates their special day. They know everyone wears it after the weekend so the memory of their special day lives on. Of course the same holds true for other products as well; bags for instance. What these products have in common is that they all have large imprint areas.

Other popular items are blankets which can be used at home or at a sporting event, towels or beach mats for the beach (these are especially popular in warmer climates), water bottles(tons of options) which can be used when you are out and about or playing sports.

Please contact us and we will assist you in finding the perfect Bar/Bat Mitzvah favor that will be remembered long after your party is only a treasured memory. Please feel free to call 561-750-8683 or e-mail us info@barmitzvahfavors.com we look forward to hearing from you.

Help with Bar/Bat Mitzvah Favors in a downturned economy

2009-03-03T09:42:00.000-08:00

At BarMitzvahFavors .com we have always tried to be sensitive to each families budget for their Bar/Bat Mitzvah childs favors. As you can see when you peruse our website there is something that fits everyone's budget. We are here to make sure we can assist you in adding that special touch to your event. We don't want to loose sight of what is truly important about this most memorable of occasions.

With all this said we like everyone in the US and around the world are aware of the economic crisis that has engulfed all of our lives. With this in mind we are trying to assist our clients in whatever way we can to help them save money while still providing a Bar/Bat Mitzvah favor for their event. So check out our Specials section where you will see a variety of items that are on sale.

Please feel free to contact us for assistance either by e-mail: info@barmitzvahfavors.com or give us a call 561-750-8683 -For "Favors that will be remembered long after your party is only a treasured memory".
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Bands, Florists, Invitation Companies & Party Planners Offering Favors

2008-10-20T12:17:00.001-07:00

At BarMitzvahFavors.com we do party favors, we don't so invitations, we don't do flowers, we don't play in a band at your party and we don't help you with your decorations or planning. We do favors why don't we offer those services because we don't have the sources to offer them and are not expects in those fields. So why do so many bands, florists, invitation companies, decorators or party planners offer party favors. Simply because they want to milk every last penny out of you even though they can't possibly offer the wide range of items we do or the expertise we do. They want you to choose one of their limited selection of items as your party favor, in another words they want you to think this is all that is out there and on top of that they usually overcharge because they think they have a captive audience. We have over 3000 different vendors at our disposable and over 900,000 different items to offer. Just on our BarMitzvahFavors.com website we offer over 1000 of the most popular items and we update them all the time and add new items all the time. So when your band leader or your party planner says they can do your party favors ask them how big a variety of items do they have and can they supply you with 1000 different ideas. If not visit BarMitzvahFavors.com we only do party favors, we want you to buy what you want, not force you into accepting one of our 20 or so items. We look forward to lending our expertise to your party.

Check out our favors for your child's Bar/Bat Mitzvah Favor

2008-09-22T09:58:00.000-07:00

Fall is here and the Bar/Bat Mitzvah Season is in full throttle. I'm sure by now you have started to receive invites to Bar/Bat Mitzvah's in your child's grade and your child might have already been to a few. You might still be in the planning mode or are just about ready to send out your invites. Either way we can assist you in finding a favor to go along with your theme or create a logo that will represent that theme on an item of your choosing. We are happy to assist you in finding that special favor that will commemorate your childs Bar/Bat Mitzvah celebration. I think by now after surfing the net for the right vendor to assist you you will have noticed that we have not only the largest product line but the best prices. We are very sensitive to the changing economy and how it has effected all of us. We have recently reduced our prices to assist our clients. This was done even though we have incur increases from our vendors. We will help you find the right favor that will meet your budget. So feel free to contact us at 561-750-8683 or e-mail us at info@barmitzvahfavors.com for a favor that will be remembered long after your party is only a treasured memory.

Bar/Bat Mitzvah Season 2008/2009 is here!

2008-08-15T09:58:00.000-07:00

Everyone at BarMitzvahFavors.com hopes you have enjoyed the summer had some barbeques, went swimming, spent time with family and friends and just had some plan old good fun. Now the real fun will start with the celebration of your Bar/Bat Mitzvah childs special day. Hopefully you have already perused our site and seen how many different types of favors you have to choose from. Remember no matter what you choose it will be special because it commemorates your childs Bar/Bat Mitzvah celebration. Please feel free to contact us if you don't see exactly what you are looking for we have access to thousands of items. We are constantly trying to add to our site to give you as many options as possible but just because you may not see it doesn't mean we can't get it. So whether it is a clothing item, bag, blanket, sports related item, frame etc. please feel free to call on us to assist you. At BarMitzvahFavors.com customized service is our specialty. We want your childs Bar/Bat Mitzvah favors to be remembered long after your party is only a treasured memory. So call us at 561-750-8683 or e-mail us at info@barmitzvahfavors.com.

Should I put my Bar/Bat Mitzvah childs name on the favor?

2008-07-28T08:13:00.000-07:00

There are no rights and wrongs regarding what imprint you should put on your Bar/Bat Mitzvah childs favor; this is definitely a personal choice. But from experience after doing hundreds and hundreds of favors and having my children go through the Bar/Bat Mitzvah years I can definitely tell you that it is better to stay away from putting your childs name on wearables- t-shirts, shorts, sweat shirts, sweat pants, bags etc. Anything worn out of the house will definitely be worn more with initials or a pseudo name vs. "Amanda's Bat Mitzvah". I would say that the most popular items have a graphic that goes along with the theme and the initials and date are added discreetly. Some of the items that we have used names on that have been a hit are blankets, pillows, mugs and water bottles.
At BarMitzvahFavors.com we are happy to assist you in creating just the right imprint and finding the right item to go along with your theme as well as your budget. So please feel free to call us at 561-750-8683 or e-mail us at info@barmitzvahfavors.com we pride ourselves with top notch customer service and fabulous ideas so your Favor will be remembered long after your party is only a treasured memory.

Why should we use BarMitzvahFavors.com ?

2008-05-30T11:28:00.000-07:00

The new world as we have come to know it is the internet. You can find anything you want from products to information. So when you are surfing the net why would you shop at BarMitzvahFavors.com versus one of our competitors? Here are several valid reasons. We not only offer more product choices than any of our competitors but you will not find anyone more responsive and reliable. We are here to make sure that your daughter/son is happy with the favors they will give to there friends and relatives to commemorate this most special of occasions; their Bar/Bat Mitzvah. We are happy to assist you in not only finding the right product but coming up with the logo that will fit your theme. We have done thousands of Bar/Bat Mitzvah's so we know the do's and don'ts. So regardless of your budget we can assist you in finding the right Bar/Bat Mitzvah favor that will be remembered long after your party is only a treasured memory. So feel free to call us at 561-750-8683 or e-mail us at info@barmitzvahfavors.com for our expert advice.

Utilizing the Summer month's to plan your Bar/Bat Mitzvah

2008-05-02T07:30:00.000-07:00

In a blink of an eye the school year will be over and you and your family will have time to relax and have fun. The school year can be extremely hectic and time flys by quickly. The summer month's are a great time to plan your upcoming Bar/Bat Mitzvah since the Bar/Bat Mitzvah season usually starts at the begginning of September and runs through June. Take the summer month's to plan your theme and see what your options are for party favors etc. It's a great time to involve the whole family so you don't feel like the kids aren't part of the decision making. The party favors are usually where they want some input. So feel free to surf our site. If you have something in mind and you don't see it please e-mail or call us we can get just about anything you can think of. We want your Bar/Bat Mitzvah favor to be remembered long after your party is only a treasured memory.

What would you like to see or hear about on BarMitzvahFavors.com?

2008-04-21T07:38:00.000-07:00

We are always striving to find new product options for our Bar/Bat Mitzvah families to consider to make their event special. As you can see from surfing our site there are many options for all the product categories. We pride ourselves in having one of the largest product lines available for Bar/Bat Mitzvah favors utilizing only the top vendors in the industry. We are always looking for new products but we never want to loose sight of what our clients ideal Bar/Bat Mitzvah favor is. So feel free to contact us with your comments or wish list. At BarMitzvahFavors.com we are always available to assist you in finding just the right favor that will be remembered long after your party is only a treasured memory. So feel free to e-mail us at info@barmitzvahfavors.com or call us at 561-750-8683.

How is a Bar/Bat Mitzvah Favor packaged and given out?

2008-04-07T08:34:00.000-07:00

This is a question that comes up all the time especially when giving out apparel. You have lots of options from rolling and tying up t-shirts, sweatshirts, sweatpants and boxers with ribbon. To purchasing a shopping bag, drawstring sac, tote either blank or imprinted. You can even package things such as t-shirts and hats in a cello bag with a ribbon. I always suggest making sure that each item no matter how it is or isn't packaged should be marked with the recepients name. This is to make sure that everyone receives only one favor and if for some reason someone leaves before they are given out you can know who didn't receive one. Let's face it if you took the time to purchase favors you want to make sure that all of your guests receive one.We also suggest that favors be given at the end of the party. Have your favor table set up 1 hour before the party ends and make sure that someone is manning it. Some times your younger guests get picked up before the end of the party. Also believe it or not there are always adults who try and take the kids favors. So if you do nothing else put a name tag on your Bar/Bat Mitzvah Favor.
Please feel free to contact us for any questions you might have either by phone or e-mail 561-750-8386 or info@barmitzvahfavors.com. At BarMitzvahFavors.com we want to insure that your "Favors will be remembered long after your party is only a treasured memory".

Place card holders for your Bar/Bat Mitzvah Celebration

2008-03-20T08:26:00.000-07:00

At BarMitzvahFavors.com we have so many options for you to choose from for your placecard holders. Whether you want something to go with your theme or a place card holder frame that can be used after the event for a photo. Many of our customers choose to do a placecard holder frame for their adult guests because it doubles as a favor for the adults. Place card holders can also be used for fun photos that are taken at Bar/Bat Mitzvah parties.
We have place card holders to go with sports themes,hollywood themes,beach or tropical themes, asian themes,shopping themes and so much more. So check out the www.BarMitzvahFavors.com for Favors that will be remembered long after your party is only a treasured memory. Please don't hesitate to contact us for assistance at info@barmitzvahfavors.com or call us at 561-750-8683. We look forward to hearing from you.

Bar/Bat Mitzvah Favors That Can Be Used for Decor And Taken Home

2008-03-13T08:25:00.000-07:00

After the Bar/Bat Mitzvah service has been concluded it's off to celebrate. Most celebrations today have a theme. Sometimes it is related to a favorite activity such as sports, movies, theater, shopping etc. As I've mentioned in previous blogs what makes a favor special is the graphic that is designed to go with the theme. Recently to enhance the theme/ favor idea further I had a client who was planning a party with a soccer theme. Initially we went through many of the typical ideas for favors. My client really wanted the kids to feel like they were on the soccer field so we decided to do folding sport chairs that would have a soccer logo and would go around the tables at the party. The colors for the party are red and black so we did half red and half black chairs. At the end of the evening each child will take home a chair. Could you think of a more memorable favor?
Another client was having a party with a candy theme and used gumball machines as part of the center pieces and decorations around the room. No waste here each child went home with a gumball machine as a favor.
So don't be afraid to think out of the box. Remember it's your child's celebration so let us help you find a Bar/Bat Mitzvah Favor that will be remembered long after your party is only a treasured memory. Feel free to contact us either by phone at 561-750-8683 or e-mail us at info@barmitzvahfavors.com It will be our pleasure to assist you

What to give as a Bar/Bat Mitzvah gift?

2008-02-28T05:19:00.000-08:00

A reader of our blog posted a comment on what to give as a gift and when to give it. Of course what you give depends on who you are and what your relationship is to whoever is having the Bar/Bat Mitzvah. If you are a classmate or friend the usual gift is a check for around $36.00, which is called double chai or $54.00 which is triple chai and is considered good luck. Of course if this is your best friend you might want to give more or buy them a gift that they will treasure more then a check. Sometimes several friends chip in together to buy a gift, so they can get a higher quality gift then if they were doing it alone. If you are an adult attendee again it depends on what your relationship with the family having the party is and of course what your financial status is. We have seen gifts range anywhere from $100.00 on up, but the important thing to remember is that your real gift is being part of the celebration of a young boy or girl becoming an adult and celebrating their Jewish heritage. As to when you give them the gift, once the party starts we suggest giving it to either a parent or someone at the party who is collecting the gifts as soon as you can. If anyone has any further questions on this topic or any other topic relating to Bar/Bat Mitzvahs please feel free to email us at info@BarMitzvahFavors.com and we will be happy to respond, even if you are not in the market for Bar Mitzvah Favors.

What's so Unique about BarMitzvahFavors.com ?

2008-02-19T06:45:00.000-08:00

What makes BarMitzvahFavors.com so unique is not only the hundreds of items we offer for you to select just the right item for your Bar/Bat Mitzvah favor but the support we offer. We want our clients to know that we are available to consult them. Whether you need help finding an item that we may not show on the site or creating a special graphic to make that sweatshirt or boxer short just right. If you can't decide what to give to your adult guests as a favor or hotel gifts for your out of town guests. Utilize our expertise we have done hundreds of Bar/Bat Mitvah favors for parties of all sizes and budgets. Our only objective is to make sure that you are pleased with the final product. We really mean it when we say "Favors that will be remembered long after your party is only a treasured memory". At BarMitvahFavors.com every celebration is a treasured memory to hold on to. So feel free to contact us at info@barmitzvahfavors.com or call us at 561-750-8683.

Thinking out of the box when it comes to Bar/Bat Mitzvah Favors and Accessories

2008-02-11T11:56:00.000-08:00

Even though Bar/Bat Mitzvah's are traditional ceremonies it doesn't mean that your party favors and accessories need be. Face it we are living in the 21st Century and daily technology changes so keep up with the times if you choose to. Consider a magnetic save the date that can be used after the event. Or even a micro fiber square that can be used as a save the date and is light weight and easy to mail and can be used to clean your sunglasses or computer screen after the event. How about a luggage tag as a placecard holder or a light up cube which can be used as part of the decor as well. What about a tasty treat of chocolate covered sunflower seeds that come in assorted colors to match your decor. The options are endless.
If you prefer a more traditional placecard holder we have plenty to select from from theme oriented to simple elegance.
As far as your favor goes don't think it ends at putting Josh's Bar Mitzvah 4.12.08 on a t-shirt. What makes a favor stand out is the artwork that is created. Tell us your theme and some details of the party and we will help you create just the right logo to compliment your party theme. Regardless of whether you prefer a more traditional favor/accessory or if you are more open ended we will help you find just the right Favor/Accessory that will be remembered long after your party is only a treasured memory. So please feel free to call us at 561-750-8683 or e-mail us at info@barmitzvahfavors.com and we will gladly assist you.

Practical Hotel Favors for your Bar/Bat Mitzvah Guests

2008-01-29T12:10:00.000-08:00

The big day is arrivng and so are your out of town guests. Everyone attending your child's Bar/Bat Mitzvah is special but the people who come from all over the country by plane, train and car are amazing. There is nothing more special than having all of your family and friends new and old together for this occasion. So of course we want to make sure that your friends and family staying in hotels on this weekend have a special package awaiting them. In the past it has always been a basket or shopping bag filled with drinks and snacks. Recently we have found that people like to have packaging that can be taken home at the end of the weekend. That can be anything from a cooler tote bag, beach bag, drawstring bag or lunch bag. Sometimes they have been personalized to go with the theme of the weekend and other times they have been blank. In many cases in the warmer climates such as Florida and California we have even done lip balm , sunscreen, frisbees,beach balls, neck totes etc. to go in the bags. So let your imagination or ours run wild and we will help you find just the right item for your Bar/Bat Mitzvah weekend guests to go home with. At BarMitzvahFavors.com we provide favors that will be remembered long after your party is only a treasured memory.

What's New for Bar/Bat Mitzvah Favors for 2008?

2008-01-24T07:01:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year to all of the Bar/Bat Mitzvah families for 2008. With every new year comes new products for you to think about as give-a-ways for your upcoming Bar/Bat Mitzvah celebration. Everyone will definitely love the new styles of boxers, lounge pants and sweats that are available in brand new patterns for this year such as glittery flannels, animal, camo and new sports patterns. Most of these items come in adult and youth sizes. Get them blank or add a logo to commerorate this most special of occasions. Other great ideas are pillows, new for this year are autograph pillows in the shape of lips, # 1 or a memory pillow that holds a 4" x 6" photo, if you like a neck pillow how about one shaped like a dog or even a monkey, or just a cuddly pillow with a polar bear or horse head at the top. All of these items can be customized with your personalized imprint. As always t-shirts, tanks, sweats shirts and shorts are always popular. Check out the new styles and fabrics that are available. Who doesn't need a bag for that sleepover, sports practice or day at the beach, there are many new options this year.

One of the things we pride ourselves in at BarMitzvahFavors.com is finding just the right item and creating the best logo to suit your event so if you don't see it on our website please contact us by e-mail info@barmitzvahfavors.com or call us at 561-750-8683 and we will help you find a favor that will be remembered long after your party is only a treasured memory.

Bar/Bat Mitzvah Favor Favorites

2008-01-11T11:36:00.000-08:00

What makes a great Bar/Bat Mitzvah Favor is something that appeals to the kids. After many years of selling favors to both girls and boys it seems that the favorites are sweat shirts, sweatpants, boxers, t-shirts, basketball shorts and soffee shorts for apparel items. Even if the last several Bar/Bat Mitzvahs they have been to and received these items they still gravitate to them. What makes these items special is the artwork that is created for them. It's all about creating their own image. Nothing is better than seeing your friends wearing the item/s you picked. Other items that are popular are bags whether it be a drawstring or a duffle they get used for toting books, sports and sleep overs. For beach or island theme's everyone loves a beach towel embroidered or imprinted or a beach tote. For those who love to cuddle up while watching tv a blanket is a great way to go whether it is a fleece, plush or sweatshirt material we will come up with a great design to go along with your theme.
So don't hesitate to contact us at BarMitzvahFavors.com and let us help you create a favor that will be remembered long after your party is only a treasured memory.

What do we give as a favor to our adult guests

2007-12-14T09:40:00.000-08:00

In the past few years it has become extremely popular to give your adult guests a favor as well as the kids. This can be anything from chocolate that is theme related; for example we recently did an event that the theme was horses and we did gourmet chocolate horse heads, to a picture frame which the couple takes home with a photo that was taken at the Bar/Bat Mitzvah to commemorate the event, to a wine stoppers with a motiff that goes with your theme, to mugs with coffee or hot chocolate packets. The options are endless! Many times if the client is doing a t-shirt for the kids they may choose to do this for everyone. In many instances we have clients in warm weather states that have a lot of out of town guests in for the weekend and they will get beach bags which are used as hotel welcome gifts/favors. So don't fret we will help you find the right favor to fit your event theme and budget. Please feel free to contact us by phone or e-mail and we will assist you in selecting a Bar/Bat Mitzvah adult favor that will be remembered by your guests long after your party is just a memory.

When do you need to order your Bar Mitzvah Favor?

2007-11-26T09:20:00.000-08:00

It is always best to order your Bar/Bat Mitzvah Favor as early as you can to assure that the item is in stock and if it isn't, there will be enough time for it to be reordered. But the time frame we suggest is the following, about two weeks before you send out your invitations you should choose the item or items you are interested in giving as your Bar/Bat Mitzvah Favor and get all the information concerning those items. Once your invitations come back and you have your numbers, usually around 4-5 weeks before the party you should place your order. It usually takes around 2 weeks for the item to be delivered, but it is always best to give yourself some leeway, you never know what is going to happen. For example a couple of years ago we placed an order with a vendor in the New Orleans area for someone's party. Unfortunately between the time we placed the order and it was produced, Hurricane Katrina hit and the vendor's operation was down for almost three weeks. We then had to scramble to find a different vendor who did the same item. We were able to supply the Bar Mitzvah Favor on time and the customer never knew about our problem, but things happen, so give yourself enough time for the unexpected.
At BarMitzvahFavors.com we specialize in finding just the right favor to match your theme but more importantly we find the right favor to match your family's wishes and budget, so check out our web site or give as a call at 561-750-8683.

Gifts at the kids cocktail hour, good idea or not?

2007-11-13T12:47:00.000-08:00

Most Bar/Bat Mitzvahs nowadays have an area set up for the kids during the cocktail hour to play all kinds of games. A lot of these games you can win prizes or you can design your own dog tag or have you name airbrushed onto a t-shirt or pillow. The kids love these activities and it serves a dual purpose of keeping them occupied and out of the adult’s cocktail hour. The big question is, “Is it a good idea to give out gifts at this time and what usually happens to these gifts?” Since we have been involved in hundreds of Bar/Bat Mitzvah’s over the years, from experience we can tell you at least 50% of the items given out during the cocktail hour never make it home. They either get thrown away at the end of the party or if they were personalized you now have the extra responsibility of making sure they get sent to whoever they belong to. If you are having a personalized item made during the cocktail hour hold on to them until the end of the party and give them out then. The best way of doing this is to have a bag made, some suggestions would be a tote bag or drawstring backpack and have the cocktail hour items put into the bags for the kids to pick up at the end of the party. The kids will appreciate not having to keep track of them during the party, especially the boys who almost always tend to forget them, and if you give them either a tote or backpack they will be thrilled that they are getting another Bar/Bat Mitzvah Favor to take home with them.
Another point about things being given out during the cocktail hour versus what we do, the quality of our items is usually much higher. For example the pillows that are airbrushed during the cocktail hour are nowhere near the same quality as the pillows we sell as Bar/Bat Mitzvah favors. The ones we sell all come with a removable cover that can be washed versus the airbrushed ones that have no cover and unfortunately get dirty and are breeding grounds for germs. But more importantly the pillows given out during the cocktail hour tend to rip and spill thousands of little beads all over the place, where we have never had a single experience of a pillow opening up. Is it cool for the kids to have them airbrushed with their name on them, no question about it, is it practical noting the difference in quality, not even close.
If you think the problem of not picking up items made during the cocktail only relates to the kids, think again. Not to long ago we had a client purchase beautiful frames as a thank you Bar/Bat Mitzvah favor to be used to have pictures taken during the cocktail hour put into them and picked up at the end of the party. The next day she called to tell us how the party went and how everyone loved the items we sold her, but she complained that she had over 20 frames with pictures that were not picked up and she was going to have to send them out. The problem turned out to be where she placed the table with the frames on them, they were not in the direct path of everyone leaving the party so some people never even knew they were there. If you have pictures for your guests to be picked up at the end of a party make sure you place them right at the exit so no one can leave without seeing them on display.
At BarMitzvahFavors.com we specialize in finding just the right favor to match your theme but more importantly we find the right favor to match your family's wishes and budget, so check out our web site or give as a call at 561-750-8683.

Do you have to keep up with "The Jones" when buying a Bar/Bat Mitzvah Favor?

2007-11-09T09:49:00.000-08:00

This is a really simple question to answer and the definite answer is no. There is no right or wrong regarding what you need to spend on a favor. This is a personal decision based on your family and your budget. No one should feel pressure to ever spend more then their budget allows. If you are working with an unlimted budget and want to give the Bar/Bat Mitzvah favor of the year out, go ahead and do it. You probably worked really hard to have an unlimited budget so why not enjoy it. But on the other hand if you are trying to keep the budget down due to financial restraints there is no reason to feel any pressure to keep up with anyone. From experience the kids never judge how good a party is by how expensive the Bar/Bat Mitzvah favor is, the most important thing to them is always how good the DJ or band is and unfortuanately for the adults how much rap music they play. We should all still remember the important part of becoming a Bar/Bat Mitzvah is the religious part, not how big a party you have or how expensive your party favor is.
At BarMitzvahFavors.com we specialize in finding just the right favor to match your theme but more importantly we find the right favor to match your family's wishes and budget, so check out our web site or give as a call at 561-750-8683.

Is chocolate popular for a Bar/Bat Mitzvah favor and will it melt in transit?

2007-11-07T06:42:00.000-08:00

We have clients constantly asking whether chocolate is a good favor to give and if it will melt or break in transit. Whether or not it is a good Bar/Bat Mitzvah favor depends upon who you are giving it to. If this is the only favor you are giving out to the kids at a party the answer is no. Your young guests always want to have something to take home with them that won't be gone the next day. So we highly suggest not making this the only party favor for the kids. If you want to give some kind of chocolate out in addition to a bag or t-shirt to the kids, that works perfect. They get to take something home and have a sweet for after the party or the next day. Where chocolate does work perfect is when you are giving it out to your adult guests to say thank you for coming. We recently did a Bar Mitzvah where they gave out chocolate pianos filled with Good and Plenty candy. I happen to be a guest at that party and we had at least ten people come up to us and tell us how beautiful they were and it was almost a shame to eat them. We can have the chocolate made into almost any kind of shape you can imagine, for example we did a lion's head for one party and a Broadway Playbill for another. In most cases we can have your artwork incorporated into the chocolate. So for adults you can't give a better Bar/Bat Mitzvah gift then a custom piece of chocolate.
As for the shipping, when we ship chocolate it is always packed in dry ice or a cooler to prevent melting. Plus it is shipped either one or two air to avoid the normal 5 days it takes UPS to deliver. We have never had any chocolate melt in transit. Breakage is a whole other story, it does happen on occasion that a piece of chocolate will break during shipping. When breakage does occur we overnite replacements so you have them the next day at no additional cost to you. For this reason we always request that you order early so we can schedule delivery so we have the extra time to replace any broken pieces. We have never had a single incident where we did not supply a full order of chocolate because of breakage, we always deliver a full order no matter what happens during shipping. So in conclusion chocolate is a great Bar/Bat Mitzvah favor for the adults and a great add on for the kids and melting or breakage are never a problem mostly because we always handle every problem promptly, professionally and always to our customer's satisfaction.
At BarMitzvahFavors.com we specialize in finding just the right favor to match your theme but more importantly we find the right favor to match your budget, so check out our web site or give as a call at 561-750-8683.

Who creates the art work for Bar/Bat Mitzvah Favors?

2007-11-06T06:20:00.000-08:00

When purchasing a favor you have several options regarding the decorating of the favor you choose. If you have artwork that has been created for you by your decorator or invitation person you can e-mail that artwork to us. We would need an EPS file vector art, this is camera ready art. This type of artwork is needed to insure the best quality imprint possible. If you do not have this type of file but you do have a jpeg or pdf we can have these reviewed to see if the resolution is high enough to use. If not we can have the art converted for you into the appropriate file. We will never allow you to use art that isn't going to give you the best imprint available for your Bar/Bat Mitzvah favor. If you do not have art and you would like something created to go along with your theme we can assist you with that as well. We will try and get as much information from you regarding your theme so we can come up with the perfect graphic for your Bar/Bat Mitzvah favor. We always e-mail a proof to you for your approval so you will know exactly what you are getting before your favor goes into production. If you want to keep it simple and you would just like a tagline or initials and date on your favor that isn't a problem. We will ask you for the font you would like the typesetting done in and once again we will have a proof e-mailed to you for your approval.
There are no rights and wrongs about what you imprint on your Bar/Bat Mitzvah favor, it is a matter of personal taste, but regardless of what you pick you can expect a perfect imprint from BarMitzvahFavors.com.
At BarMitzvahFavors.com we specialize in finding just the right favor to match your theme but more importantly we find the right favor to match your budget, so check out our web site or give as a call at 561-750-8683.

How do we incorporate our theme with a Bar/Bat Mitzvah favor?

2007-11-01T09:14:00.000-07:00

This is a question that is asked on just about every order we do and the answer is simple. You give us as much info as you can about the theme and we will come up with a graphic that will flow with that theme. You don't necessarily have to pick an item that goes with your theme the graphic is what will tie it all together. So even if you have a beach theme and you pick a t-shirt vs. a beach bag or a beach towel the graphic we come up with will reflect that theme. The artwork can also be used on cocktail napkins and guest towels to really tie the theme altogether. If you have artwork from your decorator or invitation person that you would like to use on your favor we are happy to use that just let us know. We will need an eps file vector art, if you don't have that format we can have it converted for you. To produce the best quality imprints we need this format. At BarMitzvahFavors.com we specialize in finding just the right favor to match your theme but more importantly we find the right favor to match your budget, so check out our web site or give as a call at 561-750-8683.

Do you have to imprint your Bar/Bat Mitzvah favor?

2007-10-30T11:36:00.001-07:00

This question constantly comes up when someone is looking for a party favor. When they are seeking some kind of apparel, the answer is of course yes, why else would you come to us, if you didn't want an imprint you could go into any clothing store and buy blank apparel, even though our price is usually cheaper then most stores. But the answer is a little more complicated then a simple yes. The trick to a successful apparel imprint is to make it so the kids receiving it won't feel goofy wearing it. For example if you imprint on a sweatshirt covering the whole back "KEVIN MITCHELL'S BAR MITZVAH DANCE PARTY- May 25, 2007", the chances are no one except Kevin Mitchell is ever going to wear it. But, if instead you imprint a cd disc with KM's Dance Party - 5/25/07 on the disc, the kids will have no problem wearing it.
If the favor is not an apparel item, you don't necessarily have to put an imprint on it but we always suggest doing so as long as you follow our example above of doing something that the kids won't find to be too much. The kids of today don't want someone's name plastered all over a favor, be subtle don't overwhelm them.
If you are purchasing a favor for the adults such as a picture frame or wine stopper you definitely shouldn't imprint it because no one wants to display something in their house with an imprint of someone's Bar Mitzvah on it. If you are giving a piece of chocolate there is no reason not to imprint it, again subtle is the way to go. Check under our catagories for adult guest favors and chocolate for some great ideas. At BarMitzvahFavors.com we specialize in finding just the right favor to match your theme but more importantly we find the right favor to match your budget, so check out our web site or give as a call at 561-750-8683.

What's the deal with setup and other additional charges for Bar/Bat Mitzvah?

2007-10-29T10:04:00.000-07:00

Almost every product supplied not only by us but by other companies doing bar mitzvah party favors comes from an outside vendor. For the most part everyone of these vendors charges a setup or screen charge, a paper/email proof charge, & a typesetting charge, if typesetting is required. These charges are always charged back to the customer in some way or another. At BarMitzvahFavors.com we try to be as up front with our customers as possible. When we quote you a price we want you to be confident that is the price you are going to pay. For example when we quote you a price of $5.00/item for an 100 piece order you know you are going to pay $500.00 plus shipping for that order, no extras, no surprises. Most other companies will give you a quote and then you get your invoice and there will be additional charges for a setup, a proof and possibly typesetting. Out goal at BarMitzvahFavors.com is to make purchasing your Bar Mitzvah Favors the least stressful part of your whole party. At BarMitzvahFavors.com we specialize in finding just the right favor to match your theme but more importantly we find the right favor to match your budget, so check out our web site or give as a call at 561-750-8683.

Do you have to give a favor out at a Bar/Bat Mitzvah?

2007-10-26T11:42:00.000-07:00

The question "Do I really have to give out a favor at our party after spending so much money on the party already?" is always posed to us when someone starts their search for a Bar/Bat Mitzvah favor. Our answer is always the same, no you don't but if you want your son or daughter's party to be spoken about in a positive way at school the next week we highly suggest doing so. This doesn't mean you have to break the bank on the favors to either the kids or adults but you should always give them something at the end of the evening to first of all say thank you for coming and second of all to remember the night by. When or where the tradition of giving a party favor at the end of a Bar/Bat Mitzvah started I couldn't tell you but is has become as commonplace as reading a poem during the candlelighting ceremony. So even if you are on a limited budget always try to fit somekind of favor in to hand out at the end of the evening. At BarMitzvahFavors.com we specialize in finding just the right favor to match your theme but more importantly we find the right favor to match your budget, so check out our web site or give as a call at 561-750-8683