by Olivia Thompson | Mar 3, 2023 | Grandma's Favorite Tools
Have you ever found yourself with a bunch of unmarked jars of preserved food and had no idea what’s inside? Well, you’re not alone. One time, I was looking for the strawberry jam I had made, but the funny thing is there were two jars with the same red...
by Olivia Thompson | Mar 3, 2023 | Grandma's Favorite Tools
When I was a little girl, I used to watch in awe as my Nana Maggie canned and preserved all kinds of delicious foods. From her homemade jams and jellies to her pickled vegetables, she always seemed to know exactly what she was doing. But as I got older and started to...
by Olivia Thompson | Mar 2, 2023 | Grandma's Favorite Tools
Growing up, my Nana taught me the art of canning, which has become one of my passions as an adult. She always stresses the importance of choosing the right canning jars, which I’ve come to appreciate over the years. But with the wide variety of jars available,...
by Olivia Thompson | Mar 2, 2023 | Grandma's Favorite Tools
Before I decided to can food on my own, I had to ask for a list of canning supplies and equipment I needed to have from my Nana. Because as someone who wants everything to be done perfectly, I need to prepare all the things I need before canning. Moreover, I...
by Olivia Thompson | Mar 2, 2023 | Grandma's Favorite Tools
As the granddaughter of a passionate canning enthusiast, I was fortunate enough to be surrounded by a wide variety of delightful jars of preserved foods during my childhood. My Nana was constantly occupied in the kitchen, skillfully utilizing fresh fruit and...