How to Fill a Honey Pot Gift with Dipper for Showers

Quick answer

Fill each small honey pot almost to the rim, insert the wooden dipper, and seal tightly. Then wipe the rim and package the pot upright to prevent leaks.

Step-by-step honey pot favor assembly

1. Clean and dry the pots: Wash each ceramic pot and lid with warm soapy water, rinse well, and let them air-dry completely. Moisture inside the pot can cause honey to ferment or grow mold. Checkpoint: run your finger inside; it should feel bone dry. Even a little moisture shortens shelf life.
2. Prepare your filling station: Set out a squeeze bottle or a small funnel, a damp cloth, and a tray lined with parchment paper. Work over the tray to catch drips. Mistake to avoid: filling directly over the gift packaging, which can stain boxes. A tray saves cleanup and protects packaging.
3. Fill each pot to the correct level: Using the funnel or squeeze bottle, fill the pot to about 1/4 inch below the rim. Do not overfill. Checkpoint: tilt the pot slightly; honey should not reach the rim. Headspace prevents overflow when the dipper goes in.
4. Insert the wooden dipper: Slide the dipper handle-first into the honey, leaving the handle sticking out. If the dipper is too tall for the pot, snap it in half or use a shorter dipper. Mistake to avoid: forcing a long dipper, which can crack the pot. Test one dipper in an empty pot before filling all.
5. Wipe the rim and seal: Use a damp cloth to wipe any honey from the rim and threads of the pot. Then screw on the lid firmly. Checkpoint: run a finger around the sealed edge; it should be completely clean and dry. A clean rim prevents lids from sticking.
6. Package upright for transport: Place each sealed pot in a small gift box or bag with shredded paper or tissue to cushion it. Keep pots upright in the box. Mistake to avoid: laying pots on their sides, which can cause slow leaks. Upright packaging is the best leak insurance.

Product facts

• Sweet as Can Bee Honey Pot with Wooden Dipper - Small: Bee hive-shaped, white-ceramic honey pot with wooden dipper; small size. The small ceramic pot is sturdy for shipping and the dipper is included, so you only need to add honey.