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The right lid is the one that matches your jar's neck size, not its capacity. As a rule of thumb from our range: 43mm for mini jam jars, 48mm and 58mm for small hexagonal jars, 63mm for the classic round and hexagonal jam jars up to 1lb, 66mm for the Hero jar, 70mm for 16oz pickle jars and 1lb honey jars, and 82mm for 2lb jam jars and large pickle ..

A homemade hamper is one of the most personal Christmas presents you can give. A jar of your own marmalade, a bottle of sloe gin or a jar of spiced nuts shows real thought, and a good jar or bottle with a neat label makes it look properly finished. Here are 12 ideas to mix and match for family, friends, teachers and neighbours, each with a jar or b..

The best jam jar size depends on who you sell to and how the jar will sit on the shelf. For most makers, a 190ml to 280ml jar is the everyday retail size (round, hexagonal or square), a 42ml to 110ml jar suits gifts, samples and wedding favours, and a 380ml (1lb) to 720ml jar works for family fills, hampers and buyers who want more in one go. Match..

Autumn is when many UK makers put up the biggest batches of the year. Blackberries, plums, apples and early citrus all arrive in a short window, and jars that felt plentiful in summer can disappear from the shelf just when you need them most. The best approach is to choose your jar sizes, lids and pack quantities before the glut peaks, so you can f..

The best pickle or chutney jar size depends on who you sell to and how the product is used. For most makers, a 475ml (16oz) jar is the everyday retail size, a 1062ml round jar suits larger household fills and hampers, and a 2000ml (1/2 gallon) jar works for bulk buyers, delis and foodservice. Matching the jar to the customer keeps pricing simple an..

Whether you're crafting homemade jams, storing honey, or looking for the perfect spice jar, we offer an extensive selection that caters to every need. Our collection ranges from traditional jam jars to specially designed honey jars, versatile spice jars, and durable pickle/chutney jars, ensuring you find the perfect match for your project. ..

Well at last it would appear that Summer has well and truly arrived. The bees are out in force so lots of honey being made. The blossom on the trees seems full of promise for a good harvest unlike last year. We have plenty of jars and bottles in stock all sizes and shapes for that lovely produce being harvested now and in the coming months. Jus..

Wet, wind, snow, sun and whatever else the weather has thrown at us in March.  As this month comes to an end and we turn our thoughts to warmer  things,  we can hopefully  pack away those scarves and gloves! For you wine makers we have plenty of bottles in stock ready for your wines.  We also have swing stopper bottles for you sparkling elderf..