Hi Achternaam,

We have a floor in our new place now!

And I can show you a little sneak peek at my future kitchen too. See the window? It's as big a window as we could possibly fit. It's going to bring in so much light, yay! I'm getting excited, can't you tell? ;)

I can only imagine what canning days will look like in here soon.

In the meantime, I know it's the middle of canning season for most of you. And it's easy to run out of jars more quickly than you thought you would. If you happen to need more jars, SimplyCanning sponsor Fillmore still has Ball jars in stock, in various sizes, designs, and even colors. (Did I spy blue?)

Check them out here.

Otherwise, let's dive into articles next...

Canning Recipes & Advice

Which Canning Methods Should You Choose? - UPDATED

"Do I choose a water bath canner or a pressure canner? And why?" That is a common question ~ and a good one. The canning methods you choose are the most important factor in canning safety.

Learn about Canning Methods here.

Pickled Beets Recipe

A hint of cinnamon makes this pickled beets recipe a winner. So yummy! (And since they're a pickle, you can process safely in a water bath instead of pressure canner too.)

Learn about Canning Beet Pickles here.

From the Homestead...

How are Things Doing in my Greenhouse?

I just wanted to give you a quick update on my greenhouse experiment. In there, I'm growing tomatoes, cucumbers, and peppers, just as an experiment. Managing the heat in here has been a bit of a challenge, but I've tried a few things...

Watch the video to see more.

Have a great day,
Sharon

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