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[@DarkQueen619]

I think it's probably best to leave the canning shelves somewhere else. It's best to store home canned goods away from light. Your momma corner is beautiful 😍

[@carlasworld8571]

I agree, all that light is going to compromise the integrity of home canned foods.

[@practicallyheidi8505]

Dark room and cool temps are the friend to canning jars. I agree.

[@velindathomas9753]

I totally agree. The sun will shine bright through the big window that would not be good for canned food. I love the idea of the sofa and chair with a small table (small) for your cup of coffee or tea and a blanket on a rainy or snowy day. Beautiful

[@cnela63191]

I agree. The new mama kitchen is beautiful like that.

[@debbiebousquet5677]

A cool corner in ur basement. On shelves is best...

[@richardeggers2519]

Canned jars should be kept in a dark, cool, dry place. Have you thought about making a canvas picture of beautiful canned jars. That would fit in with your kitchen ambiance. Pamela

[@debbieholt8261]

Genius idea!!! This way you get the look of the canned jars which is charming in a kitchen like yours, but still have the space you need for the “Keeping Room” look of the couch and chair in your kitchen!

[@angiedimsdale9016]

Great idea💡

[@happydays7143]

Now that's a great idea 👍

[@brendablake8264]

You have extra 12 deep cabinets on the other wall with doors to keep the canned jars in the dark.

[@brendaw2255]

Or a canned jar quilt wall hanging

[@lisawindemakernorris5454]

I love how your children randomly say " I love you Mom " ! You can tell they hear "I love you " daily. It makes my heart happy to hear that.

[@sehoida]

I love love love the couch and chair seating area in the kitchen!

[@marthaely8244]

My mother always made sure that her home canned goods were taken to the cool basement as soon as possible after canning. She canned everything, beef, chicken, veggies, fruit, jellies.

[@Bex-rg8pj]

I agree with keeping home canned food away from light!

[@dianasmith5303]

The couch backed up against the wall looks great! Seeing more of the window space and window sill looks so inviting and cozy. Mega momma chair is awesome 👌

[@f8thfulmom]

I really like this layout. You absolutely have to keep a Momma Chair!! It’ll end up as the legacy chair for reading to your kiddos. It’ll be absolutely priceless as years go by.

[@thebigw497]

The wall is the best for the couch love it

[@carolyngregory9354]

I love the way you have the couch and chair in your kitchen. It really opens up your window area. I would give up on the canning wall.

[@deevan2049]

My heart says, please don't block that beautiful window. That window is everything!!

[@ivoryherman]

I like seeing the big window not covered by the large couch. I think it makes your kitchen look prettier that way. If that makes sense?

[@kathybennett8718]

I would send the couch back and order a second matching mama chair so that you can sit and visit with a friend. I love the open window and plants. This way you can still have your canning shelf.

[@heathertewksburyht]

I agree with the second chair. I would also place a low wooden bench under the window. Nice for baskets etc.

[@mllemaster1]

I love the look of your couch on the wall where you had the chicken sisters and the chair by the open window, it looked so comfortable, cozy, and inviting 🥰

[@alysiahayes2709]

Mama of eight, two kid-in-laws and one grand baby here. 🙋🏻‍♀️ I was SO excited when you shared there was room in your new kitchen for a sitting area! Perfect. Needed! I love the set up. So many memories will be made in that room. ❤️ Happy for you. You need a resting place. Enjoy that beautiful window.

[@kristieholcombe1634]

I love the couch against the wall! it opens up the windows and feels so much brighter and bonus plant space.

[@Renesmee1921]

I would also vote for putting the canning shelf somewhere else. I said the same thing when the idea was to have open shelves in the current kitchen storage area. They can look beautiful but they can also look cluttered. A lot of sunny days and hot weather and sun on them also a lot of dust and many things to wipe etc. I wouldn't give it up completely but maybe move into the basement kitchen and have a canning art wall down there...Just thoughts

[@collinskj1963]

I really loved the couch and chair when the couch was against the wall, it looked so cozy and inviting, plus you have talked about that little nook from day one of the new kitchen, I think that in the long run you will be much happier with this setup as opposed to a bunch of canning jars on that wall.

[@steppy3736]

My grandma always said to keep canned things in the dark. Light & heat can cause the food to spoil and will cause bad quality.

[@NancyWhelanSharingMemories]

I love the open window area with the couch and chair. A cozy space for your kiddos to gather while you are working in the kitchen.

[@veronicapowell8236]

I like the windows not being blocked, and I think a cozy rug on the floor between the couch and chair would be a nice addition and chance to add a bit of color. Along with the chicken pic on the wall, it would look great. I agree with others that canned goods need to be away from all that bright light.

[@sarahhorn4570]

I agree

[@smiley9872]

Open it up Jamerrill! You will be delighted with the space, doesn''t matter what the future holds, you will always have family about for years to come and longer!

[@nanfaircloth]

The couch and chair looks amazing where they are. DON'T put the canning jars in the kitchen for it would take away the beauty of the kitchen. It's so so beautiful, you could even take a quick nap there. Another great corner for friends

[@bettypecoraro8104]

I remember my mom saying about keeping home canned goods away from the light, and you have a lot of light in your kitchen.

[@silviamagda]

Yes!

[@sandrastacey2285]

I love the couch and chair where they are. Great area for a cuppa with a couple of friends. The canning wall could stay in the downstairs room. You will make the best decision for you in the long run.

[@asgharakram]

Canning my grandparents always had a cool dark place

[@AngiesPantry58]

The problem with having the canning self is that your canned goods store better & longer in a cool dark area like basement or dark bedroom or storage room. I didn't know if you knew that. Love your new living area Jamerrill. 💞

[@ellencrane7084]

My grandparents always had a sitting area with couches and chairs in their kitchen with 7 kids and 30 grandkids. It was well loved and a lot of conversations were had there. One of the best memories

[@buttonstail5296]

The couch and chair look fantastic. You'll appreciate the soft seating as you get more settled in the new kitchen. The window exposed like that is beautiful. Sick kids can sleep on the couch while you work in the kitchen. Visitors can sit with a coffee while you cook. I hope you keep it! Besides the sisters look so happy.

[@michelleutter8521]

Oh yes I agree.

[@UghUgh1234]

I think two momma chairs under the window, and no couch would be awesome! With a table in between

[@laurierock1734]

Agreed

[@tammyrogers7573]

Agree

[@steppy3736]

It would look nice,but isn't practical for 2 adults and 10 kids.

[@rebeccasmith4179]

Yes 2 chairs or love seat instead of couch

[@nonnistar]

I agree

[@maryfair2500]

My mother and grandmother always stored their canning in colder, darker areas. I am 71 years old and they started canning back in the 1930’s and I always trusted their advice in that area. For better preservation keep them in the basement. Maybe a wall where you celebrate the current upcoming holiday. You can still have the shelves put up and use them well. The couch in front of the window blocks the view of the yard and the kids. Much better to see the kids.

[@4themotherload]

You asked, 2 amazing chairs may be better than a couch/chair situation. Your kitchen is looking amazing 🥂

[@bonnieford4519]

Love the sofa against the wall...looks so good! I like more of the windows showing. Very pretty.

[@1sunchazer]

I love when your little men come through and say I love you mom

[@loissaedder2214]

I love the couch against the wall and the chicken sisters looking over everyone. Your momma chair seems made for where it is near the windows. But it's your kitchen and your dream and you will decide how that goes when you're ready. PS. Now I also love how you had the seating at the end!

[@nancydavidson9896]

I love the sofa away from the window. It is so beautiful to see the sun coming through.

[@belindaevans5171]

Love the couch and momma chair. I like the way you arrange the last time. I would leave it like this. My kids always stayed in my kitchen when I had a sitting area.

[@denysehill3247]

Hi sweetie,I love the color of the new furniture,Bit I think just 2 chairs would look so beautiful..And I so love your ne kitchen,Blessings to you.🤗⚘

[@nitaleach6816]

Thank you for sharing your canning. I was raised by canning everything we could get. It so good to see your generation canning. I'm 73 years young, n I w I'm a shut in. I truly love to see what I grew up on. God bless you and your family.

[@sarahjaye6220]

I think the couch takes up a lot of space in your kitchen. Maybe add a second matching chair and return the couch. You could then add a small table to set your tea down, etc. do t block those windows - you’ve set them up beautifully with your plants and stained glass. Also, if you have canning supplies that you love but maybe don’t use as much or antique jars, etc maybe you could add those treasures for a lovely canning wall display? Maybe some antique canning glass or treasures might satisfy that wish. It looks so lovely!

[@elizabethlane4617]

I think you would love love love having the couch and chair in the kitchen- I’ve always done little areas like that and people love cozying up while I’m cooking and cleaning 😊

[@MsMomof3boyz]

I used two of my deeper drawers and made those into spice storage . I labeled the lids to find everything I need easier. I’m short , so it was always so annoying trying to find my spices.

[@amberpoynter3303]

The beautiful canning wall can be someplace else - having the light in front of the window and the window sill exposed is fabulous, canning wall can still work great with 2 mama chairs instead of the couch. You will find what fits for your flow

[@bethannslusser4254]

How about 2 chairs and no couch?? I am not a mega Momma but I am a mega aunt!! I have been surrounded by peppers, apples, green tomatoes and grapes! Does feel like they’re judging me too!! Good to know that I am not the only one! I just love your new kitchen! What a blessing for you and your family!

[@carolynfulton4060]

Who’s surprised Jamerill’s tired??? Not me! I don’t know where you get your energy sweet lady-but if you’d like to share that info I’m sure there are THOUSANDS of us who’d love it! 😉. Loving your new furniture! Enjoy it-and get yourself some rest! Love and prayers! ♥️🙏

[@joannrabideau1657]

You could still do a few shelves above the sofa to showcase a few of your jars. I like the sofa on the wall.

[@kristiweik7777]

I like the momma chair at the end of the counter and couch in front of the window. My reason being when you have friends/kids come visit in the kitchen if you need to be doing something they can watch/talk to you easier. Everyone is saying not to do the canning wall, but that is my dream too. My son is coming to make my shelves in my dining room. I just don't have any other place to put my canning. The momma chair at the end of the counter makes it easy for you to sit there and visit but can jump up if you need to.

[@MT-US]

I love the idea of relaxing space in the kitchen. I also love the windows being more open to the space. Maybe a leather loveseat against the wall? And dispersed mini shelves to put rotating jars, plants, pictures, kid-creations on the big wall? And a small table for the drinks is 😉💞

[@bethlong1757]

The idea of growing boys and that canning wall, no matter how well built, makes me nervous.

[@joandavis8064]

It looks nice with the chair by the window ❤

[@annacargile9127]

Keep some canning jars on your kitchen shelves that will be used in near future and majority in a cool, dark place. That way you will get your dream area with your mama sitting area. I love listening to your thought processing.

[@amladao]

🙋🏻‍♀️ Jamerrill, I’ve been watching you for several years ever since Sarah from Our Tribe of Many recommended your channel. You have a very relaxing and calming voice. I ❤❤❤ your new kitchen. I like the couch against the wall with the chair in front of the window. I agree with some of your commenters that the canned food be in a dark cook place. Maybe as a compromise you can have a photo mural or print of your ideal canning shelves. You do what you want. Also considering how much you are standing, you might consider thicker anti fatigue floor pads. I ❤ mine.

[@susanwilliams1881]

Food storage needs to. Be in dark light breaks it down

[@persiusk]

I totally agree, for long term storage jars should be kept dark and cool. But maybe considering how much faster she would go thru them because of how many peoples she’s feeding, maybe it would be okay to store short term in the daylight. Any food scientists want to weigh in?

[@zzzzipy12]

That’s what I’m thinking too.

[@rachelhawkins1880]

Maybe a bench in front of the windows would work with some basket storage underneath for Lincoln Logs. Love those windows! Love the whole kitchen! Love your channel!

[@vickiemouse2359]

I love it! Definitely put all of your “canned” food downstairs in your food pantry🙏🏻🕊✝️🌸♥️

[@TheSquirrelgirl55]

I am in love with the mama chair and that sitting area. Freeing the window up and having the sill usable to me is wonderful. I agree, the sisters have something to say. I also so understand the tired days when I should not make choices.

[@christinamorrison909]

I love the couch against the wall the chair by the window and all your canning downstairs.

[@reneemoran8574]

Maybe two of those chairs with a little table between

[@lemon-pecanzebradan7684]

Send the couch back and order a matching Mama chair. Love love love the look of the beautiful open windows. Beautiful kitchen

[@Kimmie_F]

Freezing them is perfect, even if you leave them in the freezer. Just a quick smack of the bag on the counter and they come apart. I've had them last a year or better in there. Although not good for a salad they're great for cooking 😋 you'll never notice the difference between fresh or frozen 👍As for the furniture arrangement, do what your mama heart tells ya 😉 you have to be comfortable and live with it.

[@brittanyolson5235]

You made a good decision on the couch placement, looks awesome !

[@annpachini2155]

I think your canning jars would be beautiful but they really should be out of direct sunlight. They would be better in your basement. I like the couch and chair there in your corner with the plants.

[@carolynmills513]

I have plans for a canning jar quilt. That could fit where your dream of canning racks. And.. Travis doesn't have to do woodworking. Lol. If you have quilters in your area, might look into it.

[@annafyfe8361]

Let the canning wall go... Way to much to busy... keep the chair you will get way more use out of it... I like the windows being more open...

[@harleyanne3720]

I like the window opened up. The chair is so pretty.

[@TheLadyBoss42]

I love the way you have it set up. It looks so inviting and relaxing.

[@JoJo-vf7lb]

I like the couch and chair in the new kitchen. The fireplace in the baby kitchen is gorgeous. I would hate to see it removed. It adds so much character to that room

[@grannybird7365]

With all the squares and hard angles, I think a round table would be nice, someplace to rest your coffee cup. And maybe a small rug.

[@naturalsimpleliving]

You're amazing! I've been watching you for years. I'm just starting my journey here on KZbin, and many recommend you to follow. I was like, “yep, I already do love her,” haha! I follow you like I'm sure most do because you are authentic. As a homeschool mama to 11, I can relate to so much! Hugs from Wisconsin, we appreciate you!✌️❤️

[@melodiethornock1406]

I like the couch on the wall and chair by window. Looks great!

[@tinagoodman7256]

I like the thought of children on the couch talking to mom while she cooks. She can keep a close eye on them if they're not feeling well.

[@dawncdr3]

When I see the couch by the window and you in your beautiful chair (with a small table next to you for your coffee mug or water tumbler) I see you reading to 3 or 4 of your kiddos (Narnia or Secret Garden) or reading the Bible. It’s such a cozy space!!! I see you talking to friends in that space too!!

[@pamnozari9254]

Return the couch and get another one of those comfy chairs. It’s a nice spot to sit and chat with Travis early mornings or at the end of the day. Add a little table between them. The light from the windows is wonderful. Keep the canning jars in a cool dark place and let the chicken sisters keep an eye on your kitchen!

[@lisarussell1521]

Canning jars need to be in a cool dark place. With the big windows I think it would be to light and depending maybe to warm. Just a thought. Love your channel

[@lanagraham1661]

I like the idea of two pretty chairs. Wouldn't take up as much room. Or a loveseat and your chair. Most people are uncomfortable sitting 3 on a couch anyway.

[@poodlegirl55]

I can see you getting a lot of enjoyment out of the chair. You could always send the couch back and get another chair just like it. A pair would be so cozy and you could find a vintage pie safe or a cabinet for canned goods to put in between them, or a little coffee table with a shelf underneath and put jars there. You could also buy a large three tier thing to put in the center of your island and keep a selection of your canned goods on it. I have a shelf in the back corner of my counter with usually 6 or 8 jars on it and I sometimes have two or three areas with jars.

[@tobibishop370]

A nice huge rug between the couch and chair with a small ottoman or table between the two would be a lovely intimate sitting area. You have your heart is REALLY set on the canning wall. An old saying, "You can't see the forest for the trees."😉 STOP stressing and enjoy your MEGA MAMA KITCHEN ❣👌

[@maryanndelvecchio904]

I love this arrangement. You get so much more light in that area & it seems so inviting. It looks beautiful.

[@laurabrown5983]

my personal opinion only but feel its too bulky and too crowded...you need to keep it less....return them both...use 2 smaller chairs (love your rocker idea!) and little middle table by big window or get one of those loungers like Cleopatra type bench with higher end on left side in front of big window no other chairs...small bookshelf for cookbooks and knick knacks under small window where paints scratched, canning on the larger part of that wall!

[@jennyamato498]

I agree 150%

[@francesmechelle2206]

I really like the idea of the chair, maybe a round rug and a small area for your grand baby to sleep if you’re keeping her while moving around in the kitchen. I feel like the couch kind of overwhelms the area. But I do love the idea of long wooden shelving like 3 rows to have canning on. OR if possible the wooden open shelves closer to the stove area and maybe a smaller couch in the chair area. The possibilities are endless! 🥰

[@marybowling5635]

The sofa against the wall and the chair next to the window. It opens the beautiful window😍. It would look really cute with a nice basket of books next to the chair and a beautiful throw on the chair!

[@AnekaF.1863]

Love the configuration as is. Light is a definite no go for your canning and food safety. You are one super duper amazing momma!! Love you so much. Great video!🥰💕

[@JamerrillStewart]

I have a large dark storage area for my canning in my pantry room in my basement. The upstairs canning storage would only be for items we are currently quickly working through. I have friends who have to store their canning in their kitchen because they have no other place to put it and their items are exposed to light. Their long experience has shared that their items are fine as long as they use them within 6 to 9 months. My upstairs canning area would not be for everything, again only for items I’m quickly working through. Thank you so much for watching and I appreciate your thoughts!

[@AnekaF.1863]

@@JamerrillStewart So proud of you for doing your research on this. Also, thank you so much for taking the time provide an explanation. The bottom line is be happy. My momma’s heart wants that for you more than I can express. Just watched the new video…all kinds of awesomeness!!😆😆😆💐💐💐💞💞

[@gorginacharon7912]

I think it’s going to look too cluttered in your kitchen if you put canning shelves up. The couch looks best in front of the windows and the chair by the coffee maker. I would put a table in between the couch and chair with a lamp on it and move the floor lamp to the other end of the couch by the door. Just a suggestion.

[@reginacarroll8270]

Forget the canning wall. Canned goods need to be in a cool, dry space. If you leave the sofa and chair I think the kids would love it.

[@carolynlewis8010]

So glad you are not hiding your triple window with the couch, looks wonderful on the wall area . Love your kitchen !! You have done a great job in laying it out .

[@Sealednhim77]

Maybe a love seat versus the sofa. Your kitchen is beautiful!

[@lorrainebrown3536]

I’ve always thought canning jars are to be stored in darkened storage closet! I like the chair & sofa! Your kitchen is beautiful ❤️🙏🤗

[@JamerrillStewart]

Yes, I have a dark storage area in my basement for my canning. But I want an upstairs area for items I’m currently quickly working through 👍🏻❤️

[@michelleutter8521]

The sofa and chicken wall hanging look really good on that wall. The window is to beautiful to cover . I like your lamp and have the same one. The print on your Momma's chair looks great facing the chicken wall hanging. Your kitchen is so bright and beautiful.

[@tracythorsen6112]

I like the idea of 2 chairs in front of the window and the canning wall. I know it's best to keep jars in a cool dark place but you can always keep enough upstairs that you will be using in a reasonable le amount of time. My opinion...take it for what it's worth. Lol I am just loving watching it all come together.

[@andreabeydler5107]

We had something very similar in design when we were kids. We kept the fireplace and had a divider wall with some decorative posts in between. The living room was long also. We were never short of space for get togethers.

[@lisaamerrell73]

I love the couch and chair in your Momma corner… looks so comfy and cozy 🥰😍

[@Rachel_1983]

I had a bunch of leftover peppers and onions from a big pile I got from a farm. I was able to just dice them all and put in large bins. Once my freeze dryer lineup was finally done, it was easy enough to load up the trays from those frozen bins. They don't really stick together which is super handy. Thanks for the motivation to get back to the last of the produce I need to get processed and preserved.

[@dianamcmahon8704]

A round braided rug would look pretty in front of the couch. I was born and raised in Winchester . Va.

[@dianetucker2711]

Perfect ❣️

[@nancycolbert2703]

I think the couch is too big for the area. A matching chair and small table would work better. Love the colour and pattern of chair though. This is too bright of a room for canning shelves.

[@shellihall5645]

I never store my canning jars in a well lit area. They will begin to discolor quickly. But you could do some shelves there and put you big gallon jars of flour, sugar, rice ,etc. Or maybe even some of your dehydrated items

[@DianasDesk]

@Jamerrill you bought my couch!! 😍 I held the screen up to my husband & smiling I said " look at her couch" lol I had to wait 1yr & 1 day for mine 😂 I'd honestly gave up thinking it wasn't coming, mine is a sleeper & I'm so happy with it. Great taste sis & love all the things you share with all of us, thank you & God Bless 🙏🏻

[@furmom4944]

I think the couch on the wall is best. Move the canning wall upstairs.

[@Cesiliejordan]

I couldn’t help but laugh at Daniel throwing those apples in that basket when I first had my boy I would be so on edge but now 13, and 14… just throw them in the basket😂

[@bestgigiof8torres355]

For another thought that cute wooden love seat in the mini kitchen would look great in the new kitchen with your new chair(s). Maybe have it painted in your favorite kitchen color put a beautiful cushion on it. This would still look great on the wall where your canning jar wall will be. Worth the thought I think.

[@tamthaluehrs]

A suggestion, send the couch back and get two more chairs with cool pillows, a great way for Momma to have a chair and invite friends to sit and chat and still have room for the littles to play

[@Cathy-re2eo]

I do like seeing the windows! I think it looks cozy! I wonder about the color of the sofa if it would get stained in kitchen!

[@patfromsac7951]

Jamerill, thanks so much for taking us through the messy, not-yet-done stuff! It makes me feel less crazy when I go through those periods and feel like a failure. Everything’s coming along so so well! Would you ever think about writing a parenting book? Or do you recommend any? I’m a first time pregnant gal w baby girl on the way! It seems you parent so gently and lovingly and though I definitely want to honor God w how we parent, sometimes I feel Christian parenting books are really harsh. Maybe just what I’ve come across? But I want to love my kids so similar to how it seems you do!

[@carolwinch-buist2356]

Awwww don’t be too overwhelmed lovely lady, you’re doing great. I pray about all those little things that are big things to me and HE gives me the best ideas. Praying for you now.

[@Layla-ir3sl]

How about a shelf of your cookbooks and cooking packs and maybe vintage jars with flowers and stuff? The canning shelf should probably either be a cabinet or somewhere not near a window. Also, if you get a matching chair and a bunch of cushions for the floor, the kids could sit there when you do read aloud and then the cushions can rest in a basket or something like that.

[@OneOfADozen]

Yay! 7 school kids dropped off, back home in my Mumma chair with a coffee and baby on my lap. Time for some Jamerrill ❤❤❤ low key so jealous of your new kitchen!!!