Choose the Right Jars

Learn which jars are safe for waterbath canning and how to avoid common mistakes.

Master Your Canning Setup

Confidently set up your canner, whether electric or stovetop, for successful preserving.

Safe Preservation Techniques

Seal, label, and store your jars correctly and troubleshoot common issues like unsealed jars.

About the Course

Yes You Can! A Beginner’s Guide to Waterbath Canning is a friendly, step-by-step course designed to take the overwhelm out of learning how to preserve food through waterbath canning. Whether you’re brand new to canning or just need a confidence boost, this course gives you everything you need to get started without fancy tools or complicated recipes. You'll learn: • The essential equipment you actually need (and what you don’t) • Safe, USDA-recommended canning practices • How to prep your jars, process your foods, and check your seals • Simple canning recipes perfect for beginners • What to avoid—and what to do if something goes wrong By the end of this course, you'll know how to can safely and confidently—and you’ll walk away with your very first jars of homemade preserves to prove it.

Meet Your Instructor

I’m Ms. Denise, and I wear a lot of hats. I’m a homemaker, a home cook, and a YouTube content creator. I teach traditional homemaking skills to today’s homemakers. These include cooking, cleaning, gardening, and laundry,  skills that make up the art and science of homemaking. Canning is a part of the art and science.   I believe home canning is one of the best ways to stretch your grocery dollars, avoid unwanted ingredients, and put something delicious on your table.  Whether you’re brand new to canning or just looking for more confidence, I’m here to walk you through the process step by step. You don’t need fancy equipment or years of experience — just a willingness to learn and a desire to feed your family well. Let’s get started!

Course Curriculum

8 Chapters · 21 Lessons

  1. 1

    Welcome to Yes You Can! A Beginner's Guide to Waterbath Canning

    1. Welcome! I am so glad you're here. Free preview
    2. Learner Outcomes Free preview
    3. Start Here! Free preview
  2. 2

    Module 1 Choosing Jars

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      Module 1 Action Items

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      Choosing the Right Jars

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      Supply List

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      Course Workbook

  3. 3

    Module 2 Selecting a Canner

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      Module 2 Action Items

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      Choosing Your Waterbath Canner

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    Module 3 Making Jam

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      Module 3 Action Items

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      Let's Make Jam | How to Make Strawberry Jam from Start Finish

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    Module 4 After the Waterbath

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      Module 4 Action Items

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      After the Waterbath

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    Module 5 FAQ & Troubleshooting

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      Module 5 Action Items

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      FAQ and Troubleshooting Seal Failures

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    Module 6 Making Applesauce Using a Stovetop Canner

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      Module 6 Action Items

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      Part 1 Making Applesauce in a Stovetop Canner

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      Part 2 Making Applesauce in a Stovetop Canner

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    Module 7 Course Wrap and Evaluation

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      Module 7 Action Items

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      Thank You and Course Wrap-up

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      Course Evaluation Tool

What Our Students Say

Discover how our course is empowering beginners to become confident in waterbath canning.

"I’m not new to canning, but I wish I had this course years ago. Denise walks you through every step with clear videos, a helpful workbook, and thoughtful options for every budget and learning style. I highly recommend it to any homemaker interested in waterbath canning."
Leona Dooley, Experienced Canner

Ebony Ivy & Thyme with Leona (YouTube) 

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"I love the workbook! Denise does such a great job explaining everything clearly."
Tra

First-Time Canner

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"The videos are so detailed, and I can follow along easily. I can do it!"
Ashley

First-Time Canner

"As a first-time canner with zero knowledge, I appreciated how clearly everything was broken down. This course gave me the confidence to start canning on my own. I would definitely recommend it!"
Nina

First-Time Canner

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