What is National Mason Jar Day?
National Mason Jar Day, November 30th, honors an innovative device that has been bringing families together for generations.
We simply enjoy the flavors of summer in the midst of winter by opening a jar of fruit preserves or spicy salsa. The Mason jar saves fruits and vegetables from the garden for those who like to pickle. We make them sweet or spicy, from green beans to watermelon.
While food preservation has existed for centuries, John Landis Mason of New Jersey made home canning safe. A pioneering invention, the young tinsmith's patent #22186 for a "Improvement in screwneck bottles" introduced a new style.
Gardeners have been canning since the 1980s. They stocked their pantries from their victory gardens. Some people padded their wallets with their heirloom collections. Many more people also shared their bounty as colorful gifts, and many more have shared their bounty. As stunning DIY projects in shabby chic vases or as an artfully painted desk caddy, Mason jars serve double duty as a stunning DIY project.
However, we still use these versatile vessels, this holiday delight in their existence and their use..
