Nowadays we do not have to Stand in your kitchen making jams, chutneys, pickles, and jellies, but in my granny's time, it was an accepted thing to do, to make sure that there was enough to go round, in the dark months of winter. Today making preserves is an indulgence rather than a necessity, but nevertheless, if you have the time it is definitely worth the effort. What better gift can be given than a jar of homemade jam, attractively presented and labeled and informing the recipient, through your efforts that 'I made this myself?

Take a page out of grandma's recipe book with one of these homemade preserves, jelly, and jam recipes. Just made sure you serve them with one of these unforgettable vintage bread, biscuits, or muffins!

Let's learn how to make jams, pickles, and chutney right in this book, following the vintage styles.

Have fun.