New Ketubah: Redesigning the Traditional

There's a saying that goes, everything old is new again (or something like that). While we think that mostly has to do with bellbottoms and polyester jackets, we don't see how it can't apply to traditional items employed in religious rites of passage, too — in fact, we think it applies beautifully to the New Ketubahs by Tsilli Pines. The Israeli-American graphic designer and artist has put quite the refreshing spin on an ancient practice by creating a modern version for design minded folks who have a hard time finding something that fits their style in the way of the Jewish wedding documents traditionally used as a legal contract and more broadly as a statement of commitment between the bride and groom. Pines' creations are simple and elegant archival designs with parts that are sewn into the paper for that handcrafted touch, making for a marriage contract sweeter than honey and apples, or that glass of Manischewitz.