My kids love Mira The Royal Detective. So our family was thrilled when I heard there would be an Eid celebration episode. The Eid Mubarak song from that episode is playing on repeat in our home. It’s time to celebrate! … Continue reading DIY: Make Your Own Eidi Envelopes
In my search for the perfect photo frame craft for Eid photos, I stumbled upon the origami photo frame. I was so taken by the fact that the frame looks like the 8 point Islamic Star. I put my own … Continue reading How To: Islamic Star Origami Frame
Resist art is fun for artists young and old. This project was completed by ages 5-38 in our home. My tutorial is inspired by the Deep Space Sparkle’s Abstract Art lesson and the Jama Masjid in New Delhi. Mughal emperor … Continue reading How To: Watercolor Resist Mosque Painting
I made my first Ramadan wreath last year, but when I saw this Moon Wreath I knew I had to make a few more. (I will say, I am a bit disenchanted with how this retailer has ignored Ramadan, but … Continue reading How To: Ramadan Floral Moon Wreath
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Usually a few weeks before the start of Ramadan, I email my sons’ teachers to ask if we can share our special holiday in the classroom. Each year I hold my breath for the response, as many Muslims do when … Continue reading Virtual Ramadan Lesson and Moon Phases Activity
Ramadan Mubarak! Every year I ask my sons’ teachers if I can share Ramadan in the classroom. As a Muslim American, it is intimidating to put myself out there. Every year, I hold my breath to see what the new … Continue reading A Guide To Sharing Ramadan In The Classroom For Ages 8-12
After a year of Zoom, I have grown an appreciation for educational instruction through video! So when it was time to share Ramadan resources with my sons’ teachers, I scoured YouTube for the best resources. I wasn’t able to find … Continue reading The Best Ramadan Resources On YouTube For Ages 4-7
Ramadan Kareem! Ramadan, in the era of Covid19, means new challenges to rise to. Mine includes practicing patience with my children (who are there at all waking hours), planning menus far in advance (in case groceries are scarce), and finding … Continue reading Currently Reading: The Sublime Quran Translated By Laleh Bakhtiar
Ramadan prep has officially kicked off in our home. Every year, I add one new craft to our Ramadan decor collection. This year, I finally added a wreath! I’m a bit enchanted with the details… A modern Moroccan trellis, which is minimalist and … Continue reading How To: Modern Floral Ramadan Door Wreath
Find Inspiration I first learned about graham cracker mosques from my Ramadan Crafts Facebook group. But they were mostly kids crafts. I wanted to create something elegant for the adult crafter. So I searched the web for inspiration. I came … Continue reading Making A Festive and Delectable Graham Cracker Mosque
