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momyshaver

08-06-2008, 04:35 PM

I am looking for canning supplies.. I am a total newbie, so I am needing a rack, jars, etc. anything I would need to hot water can salsa or jams. I am on a beyond thread bare budjet, so it needs to be yard sale pricing or barter.

zillygal

08-06-2008, 05:00 PM

Sounds crazy but sometimes goodwill carries the jars - every now and then they also get the lids!

leah

my2boys

08-06-2008, 07:54 PM

Momysaver--I work for an auctioneer and we frequently have canning supplies by the box load that sell for next to nothing.  I will be working at one one Sunday at the auction center, then one on the 23rd that is an estate sale.  Let me know if you want me to watch for these items and I would be happy to pick them up for you.

momyshaver

08-06-2008, 09:45 PM

<div class="Quote">my2boys (8/6/2008)<hr noshade size="1" class="hr">Momysaver--I work for an auctioneer and we frequently have canning supplies by the box load that sell for next to nothing.  I will be working at one one Sunday at the auction center, then one on the 23rd that is an estate sale.  Let me know if you want me to watch for these items and I would be happy to pick them up for you.</div>If it wasn't too pricey, that would be great; specifically, any large pots (hot water canner), racks, etc. I don't get around to auctions much and my weekend is packed with volunteer work so it would be a huge blessing.

KatieMac

08-06-2008, 10:07 PM

Jenni...can I come over and help? I want to learn for next year. <img align="absmiddle" src="http://community.arthritis.org/FORUMS/Skins/Classic/Images/EmotIcons/BigGrin.gif" border="0" title="BigGrin">

JewelryMomof4

08-06-2008, 10:12 PM

I have jars and possibly some lids in our attic. I am not sure how many without going up to check. Let me know if you are still interested and I will see what I can find.   Sara

my2boys

08-06-2008, 10:38 PM

Jenni,If we have any come through the sale I will pick them up for you.  The sale we did 2 weeks ago, boxes of jars w/lids were going for $1-$3, the pots for around $5.  Our sale is at 12:00 on Sunday so I will let you know Sunday evening if I'm successful.

momyshaver

08-11-2008, 10:40 AM

<div class="Quote">my2boys (8/6/2008)<hr noshade size="1" class="hr">Jenni,If we have any come through the sale I will pick them up for you.  The sale we did 2 weeks ago, boxes of jars w/lids were going for $1-$3, the pots for around $5.  Our sale is at 12:00 on Sunday so I will let you know Sunday evening if I'm successful.</div> Just wondering if there was any luck at the auction? <img align="absmiddle" src="http://community.arthritis.org/FORUMS/Skins/Classic/Images/EmotIcons/Smile.gif" border="0" title="Smile">

my2boys

08-11-2008, 01:07 PM

Unfortunately no.  I was going to let you know yesterday, but I got wrapped up in all the back to school prep.  We sold very little glassware items yesterday because we had so much furniture, lawn mowers, vehicles...  I wish I would have know someone in the market for some nice furniture.  It sold really cheap yesterday.  We have an absolute sale on the 23rd, and I know the owners had a farming business.  Hopefully they will have some canning supplies.  I'll also check with Scott Dixon (from Dixon and Dixon Auctions) and have him watch for some.

momyshaver

08-11-2008, 03:15 PM

<div class="Quote">my2boys (8/11/2008)<hr noshade size="1" class="hr">Unfortunately no.  I was going to let you know yesterday, but I got wrapped up in all the back to school prep.  We sold very little glassware items yesterday because we had so much furniture, lawn mowers, vehicles...  I wish I would have know someone in the market for some nice furniture.  It sold really cheap yesterday.  We have an absolute sale on the 23rd, and I know the owners had a farming business.  Hopefully they will have some canning supplies.  I'll also check with Scott Dixon (from Dixon and Dixon Auctions) and have him watch for some.</div>Thank you so much. You are really kind to offer. I have everything I need to get started now, and now am looking for canning jars, lids, and bands in usable condition. The major thing was a hot water canner and some of the utensils. I have a friend who has some extra pears that she is bringing by today and I may try to process those..not enough tomatoes or fruit to do anything else in these teeny jelly jars, LOL.<img align="absmiddle" src="http://community.arthritis.org/FORUMS/Skins/Classic/Images/EmotIcons/Tongue.gif" border="0" title="Tongue">

momyshaver

08-18-2008, 11:41 AM

Just bumping this thread: Any update from the most recent rounds of auctions?<img align="absmiddle" src="http://testcommunity.portspaces.com/FORUMS/Skins/Classic/Images/EmotIcons/BigGrin.gif" border="0" title="BigGrin">

KatieMac

08-18-2008, 02:11 PM

I have some coupons for ball jars for you Jenni...just in case you ever find a good sale on them!

momyshaver

08-18-2008, 03:05 PM

<div class="Quote">KatieMac (8/18/2008)<hr noshade size="1" class="hr">I have some coupons for ball jars for you Jenni...just in case you ever find a good sale on them!</div>That would be super. <img align="absmiddle" src="http://testcommunity.portspaces.com/FORUMS/Skins/Classic/Images/EmotIcons/BigGrin.gif" border="0" title="BigGrin">

my2boys

08-18-2008, 06:16 PM

We have 2 sales this weekend (Sat. and Sunday).  I haven't forgotten you!  I will let you know if we have any.  I know we are selling a lot of glassware on Sunday's sale so hopefully I'll be able to get you some.

momyshaver

08-18-2008, 07:57 PM

<div class="Quote">my2boys (8/18/2008)<hr noshade size="1" class="hr">We have 2 sales this weekend (Sat. and Sunday).  I haven't forgotten you!  I will let you know if we have any.  I know we are selling a lot of glassware on Sunday's sale so hopefully I'll be able to get you some.</div>I have a friend who would like to know where someone would go to an auction in our area?? I told her I would ask you. Any tips on where to look?<img align="absmiddle" src="http://testcommunity.portspaces.com/FORUMS/Skins/Classic/Images/EmotIcons/BigGrin.gif" border="0" title="BigGrin">

my2boys

08-23-2008, 04:10 PM

Jenni-- I got you some ball jars today--2 BIG boxes of various sizes for $10.00.  Let me know if you still want them and we can work out a way to get together.  I just now reread the post about your friend asking about the auctions.  They are sooo much fun!  I work for a company that does both private sales and public consignment.  We are having a sale at 12:00 tomorrow at the auction center in Lynnville.  There is a lot of everything, from glassware, pots and pans, quilts, furniture, tools, ect...  If she is interested in area auctions, she can check out <A href="http://www.auctionzip.com">www.auctionzip.com</A> and search by zip code for area auction listings.  If she decides to come out, tell her to come say "hello" to me.  I'm generally sitting beside the auctioneer during the sales, but can be found in the office before and after the sale. Let me know about the jars.  I guess I should add that they are spotless and came from an extremely clean estate. Christi

momyshaver

08-23-2008, 06:14 PM

I am still interested in the jars--can you give me a few days to come up with the cash? How many jars would you say are in the boxes? I would like to try to make sure I have a safe spot for them. I will PM you my email.

my2boys

08-23-2008, 08:22 PM

I'll count them and let you know.  I will be in Evansville one day this week because I have to get things ready for my son's birthday party next weekend.  I got your email and will send details to that.