Our Top 15 Yair Emanuel Judaica Gifts

The Israeli artist Yair Emanuel is a favorite among Jews around the world for his unique, beautiful, and budget-friendly Judaica that combines Jewish tradition with modern style.

Based in Jerusalem, Yair Emanuel takes inspiration from the Land of Israel and Biblical motifs for many of his designs, and any creation of his will add meaning and flair to your Jewish rituals and your home. Yair Emanuel's Judaica and art also makes for wonderful gifts for special occasions including holidays, housewarmings, weddings, or a bar or bat mitzvah.

Take a look at our top 15 pieces of Judaica and home decor by the acclaimed Yair Emanuel below - or shop our entire Yair Emanuel collection to find the right piece for yourself or a loved one!

1. Yair Emanuel Jerusalem Mezuzah with Scroll

Adorn your doorposts a beautiful touch of Israeli art and a reminder of the Holy City with this Jerusalem mezuzah from Yair Emanuel. Crafted from chic yet affordable aluminum, it features an elegant hammered finish and an outline of Jerualem buildings. It comes with a kosher Ashkenazi mezuzah scroll included, and has an option to add a gift box to make it a wonderful present for a loved one.

2. Yair Emanuel Hammered Shabbat Candlesticks

Add an element of contemporary art and sleek modernity to your Shabbat rituals with these stunning nickel candlesticks from Yair Emanuel! They boast a chic hammered finish and elegant tapered shape, and come in a choice of sizes. Sure to become treasured Judaica items, these candlesticks will be an eye-catching piece of home décor that you'll love using at the start of every Shabbat.

3. Yair Emanuel Embroidered Cotton Jerusalem Tallit Set in Blue

This incredible, bestselling Jerusalem-themed tallit set includes a tallit with matching tallit bag and kippah, all adorned with intricate embroideries of Jerusalem's Old City buildings in elegant blues hues. A must-have gift for any Jerusalem lover, with the impeccable style that Yair Emanuel is famous for and a meaningful connection to the Holy City!

And check out the Yair Emaneul Jerusalem Tallit design in Black, Gold, and Multicolored options.

4. Yair Emanuel Wooden Challah Board with Pomegranates

Serve up your challah on Shabbat and holidays with this beautiful challah board straight from Yair Emanuel! It's made of wood and is adorned on the sides with cut-out metal decorations featuring the words "Shabbat Shalom" and a pomegranate design. An indigenous Israeli fruit that's mentioned in the Bible, pomegranates are a popular and traditional motif found in Jewish art and one of Yair Emanuel's favorite design elements. A wonderful addition to any Jewish table!

5. Yair Emanuel Pomegranate Raw Silk Challah Cover

Once you have the challah board, don't forget a stylish challah cover to go with it! Designed by Yair Emanuel in his Jerusalem studio, this simple-yet-stunning challah cover is made out of elegant raw silk and features a vibrant pomegranate motif, bringing a pop of color and symbolism to your Shabbat and holiday table. It's also embroidered with the Hebrew words "Shabbat VeYom Tov" ("Shabbat and Holiday"), making it verstalite for year-round use.

6. Yair Emanuel Apple-Shaped Honey Dish with Pomegranates

Beautify your table with another gorgeous piece of Yair Emanuel tableware, incorporating Jewish symbolism that'll be perfect for Rosh Hashanah and beyond - with this unique honey serving dish! Crafted from elegantly hammered stainless steel, this popular bestseller is shaped like an apple, with gold-colored leaves and pomegranates on its stem. It also comes with a removable glass bowl and a matching serving spoon, making it a functional and stylish table centerpiece you'll love using for years to come.

7. Yair Emanuel Hand Painted Laser Cut Bowl - Birds and Pomegranates

Another must-see piece from Yair Emanuel's Jerusalem studio is this colorful, hand-painted serving bowl featuring a laser-cut nature motif made up of birds and pomegranates. Perfect for both holiday and everyday use and great as a housewarming or hostess gift, it will be a stylish and meaningful addition to anyone's dining table!

And check out Yair Emanuel Laser Cut Bowls in Jerusalem, Hearts, Flowers, and Butterfly desings.

8. Yair Emanuel Stainless Steel Mezuzah Case with Shin (Choice of Colors)

This lovely (and affordable!) Yair Emanuel mezuzah case will help you observe the commandment of mezuzah with style and flair. It's made from stainless steel in an array of gorgeous colors to suit your personal taste or match your home decor, and features a prominent Hebrew letter Shin. An Ashkenazi or Sephardi kosher mezuzah scroll is also available as an add-on at additional cost. Pick your favorite or mix and match different colors to adorn every doorpost in your home in style!

9. Yair Emanuel Stainless Steel Pomegranate Havdalah Set

Pomegranates are an important motif in Judaism, as one of the Seven Species of Israel and representing abundance, beauty, prosperity, and the numerous commandments (mitzvot). And Yair Emanuel has incorporated this special fruit into a stunning havdalah set that you'll love using every Saturday night! This unforgettable set includes a tray, Kiddush cup, candle holder, and besamim (spice) box, each boasting a stylish hammered finish along with a golden pomegranate design.

10. Yair Emanuel Kiddush Cup with Hammered Design (Choice of Colors)

Get ready to bring in every Shabbat and holiday in style! Adorned with a chic hammered finish and eye-catching rings in your choice of color, this nickel Kiddush cup comes with a matching saucer and is both beautiful and affordable. Perfect for lovers of traditional and contemporary Judaica alike, this Yair Emanuel Kiddush cup set is a timeless addition to any collection.

11. Yair Emanuel Travel Shabbat Candleholders

If you travel often - or have a child going away to college or moving into their first adult apartment soon - you need this convenient Shabbat travel candlestick set from Yair Emanuel. Crafted from aluminum, the compact case features a laser-cut metal overlay in a beautiful pomegranate design with "Shabbat Shalom" in Hebrew on top, and it opens up into two matching candle holders that can fit standard tea light candles. Beautiful and practical, this set will light up your Shabbat wherever you go!

12. Yair Emanuel Pomegranate Tzedakah Box

Another Yair Emanuel must-have is this beautiful stainless steel tzedakah box. Help your family conveniently set aside money for charity (tzedakah) while connecting to Jewish values, with a stylish and meaningful piece! The box features an elegant hammered finish along with a copper pomegranate overlay - a beautiful blend of tradition and modern design that is sure to be loved for years to come!

13. Yair Emanuel Textured Nickel Havdalah Set

This innovative havdalah set will bring a unique contemporary design to your end-of-Shabbat rituals, along with a modern convenience that can't be beat. It includes a Kiddush cup, spice box, a holder for a braided havdalah candle, and a matching base, each made of nickel and adorned with Yair Emanuel's signature hammered finish. When not in use, the items fit together in a stylishly compact way for ease in storage or travel. This ingenious design will be exciting to pull out each week, and also makes for a great "starter set" for a young adult or bat mitzvah teen.

14. Yair Emanuel Classic Brass Hanukkah Menorah

A Hanukkah menorah is one of the most imporant pieces of Judaica in a Jewish home, often displayed as home decor year-round when not being lit for the holiday. So get ready for Hanukkah 2024 with this classic brass menorah from Yair Emanuel! The sleek, elegant, and traditional design can't be beat, and will sit beautifully on your shelf or windowsill. We'll include a Hanukkah blessings booklet for free, and handmade Hanukkah candles from northern Israel can also be added at extra cost.

15. Yair Emanuel Jerusalem Shalom Wall Hanging

We're rounding out our list with an unforgettable piece of Yair Emanuel home decor: this special wall hanging featuring a colorful Jerusalem scene along with the Hebrew word Shalom in the middle. Designed in Israel and made from hand-painted metal, it'll be a beloved touch of joy and Jewish tradition in any home!