Valentine’s Day will be here before you know it! Now while I am not a huge seasonal decorator; I love thinking outside the box to come up with decor that fits with the season but can also be left out year round. These lovebirds in a mason jar fit the bill and it is super {…Read More…}
Strawberry Rhubarb Pie Filling
August 23, 2018 By 12 Comments
A couple of afternoons in the summer and fall canning saves me countless hours all winter long. I have canned many jams before and every year I also do dozens of jars of applesauce. I have also shared my canned apple butter and pumpkin butter on here before as well. Today I have asked A {…Read More…}
How to Can Applesauce the Easiest Way in the World
October 14, 2015 By 40 Comments
*This post originally appeared on October 17, 2011. I have taken new pictures to update the post. * I have made applesauce every year for the last 10 years. After living in the Pacific Northwest (Portland area) for 5 years I became spoiled by all the amazing apple splendor. One particular house we lived in {…Read More…}
Strawberry Jam Labels
August 30, 2011 By 19 Comments
I love canning. I enjoy giving a fresh jar of jam to neighbors, friends and family. It seems like everyone around me appreciates a little sugared fruit in a jar. While doing my yearly strawberry jam canning session I realized that the little jelly jars fit perfectly back into the plastic crates that local grocery {…Read More…}
