Jars


Jars


Jars are the main tool for canners of all manner of food. For years, jars have provided the service as the perfect storing vessel. Quality jars have smooth threads with lids that tighten securely. Jars with lever lids should have flexible rubber gaskets and easy to use wire levers for a proper seal.


There are a wide variety of jar sizes to choose from when canning or storing food. Smaller jars are ideal for jams and jellies, while larger sizes can offer ample storage for soups, chili, fruits, and vegetables. Jars make the perfect canning vessels as the glass is easily sterilized and vacuum packed. Canning jars also make for ideal storage of many refrigerated food items and some even use jars as drinking glasses!


To find out more about the country charm of jars, click on the articles below.

Articles

Decorating with Jars

Jars can offer simple adornment to an empty space or provide an excellent way to display and store almost anything. Jars have been used for decoration since the earliest civilizations and are just as effective for the modern home.

A Brief History of Jars

Jars have been used for decoration and storage since the earliest civilizations, such as the fired clay jars found in ancient Japan and China, the clay containers used in ancient Egypt and the glass pieces in renaissance Europe.

All About Cookie Jars

Cookie jars have been a staple in American kitchens for years.  Whether you are an experienced collector looking to expand your collection, or a person who just needs a place to put your cookies, look at this helpful article about cookie jars.