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Jam in a Gift Box in time for Mothers’ Day
Jam in a Gift Box - by Wendy's Crafts Wendy has been setting up her Craft stall at many Markets in New South Wales for about 7 years. The range of jam, marmalade and relishes on offer has grown, as has the demand from her clients. Wendy has recently added the...
Muslin cloth for cooking jam
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...
Choko Pickles
Add Choko Pickles to your next lunch Just when you thought that Wendy's Crafts range of homemade jams and relishes was complete, there is another addition. Choko Pickles. Where there is an abundant crop, Wendy swings into action. What else would you do when a...
Removing Jar labels (and reuse jars)
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 label...
How to jar jam – without a funnel
Transferring the jam into your jars. Transferring the jam into the jars - sounds easy when your Mum is on hand to show you how. This how my Mum showed me how to get the jam into the jars. What do I use to Transfer Hot Jam? I was lucky when I first started making jam...
The right Cherry Pitter for Jam Making
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...
Why and how of Green Tomato Pickles
The why and how of Green Tomato Pickles My red tomatoes become Tomato Relish. At the end of tomato growing season, there are always tomatoes that do not ripen and go red. The green tomatoes become Green Tomato Pickles. This Green Tomato Pickles Recipe is a welcome...
Have you tried a Yoghurt Scone recipe?
Yoghurt scones - a refreshing change I love a classic scone. The simplicity of the three ingredients never ceases to amaze me and memories of another time flood back when I make them. Sarah Jade, the 30 something daughter of a friend, decided we needed a bit of a...