Cute fabric. I do canning and think a kitchen set would be a great gift. maybe make a placemat with a pickle jar on it for the jars to cool on. most recipes make approx. 6-8 qt jars. so make it big enough for that. also you need to cover them with a cloth while they cool.I use a kitchen towel.so one about that size. or a towel with cucumber borders. also at least 1 pot holder.and maybe a apron.also the circles of fabric to put on the tops of jars would be a nice added gift. Your lucky to get home made pickles. now I can't wait for summer and the garden. Mary