Muslin cloth for cooking jam

Muslin cloth for cooking jam

Oct 29, 2022

​Have you tried Muslin cloth for cooking jam or marmalade Muslin cloth for cooking jam is a familiar and traditional piece of equipment for makers of jam.  Reusing muslin cloth is also a traditional practice that is environmentally and economically sensible. Finding...
Removing Jar labels (and reuse jars)

Removing Jar labels (and reuse jars)

Apr 26, 2022

Removing Jar labels – a better way One thing that jam makers are very good at is finding jars to use to make their jams.  Whether it is getting them from friends or the local op-shop, there is always one little problem that has to be dealt with.  Removing the...
The right Cherry Pitter for Jam Making

The right Cherry Pitter for Jam Making

Apr 24, 2022

How a Cherry Pitter changed my Jam Making. Pitting cherries for Cherry Jam can be a chore but I have found the right Cherry Pitter for jam making.  The mess can be greatly reduced and pain is zero. Why do I make Cherry Jam? My parents live in Wagga Wagga NSW, which is...
Timing and stirring secrets of jam making

Timing and stirring secrets of jam making

Nov 23, 2019

Timing and Stirring Secrets of Jam Making Jam making involves a lot of stirring. Timing the addition of ingredients, managing temperatures and sticking are very important. I was just making some jam this morning and thought of these important tips for all jam making....