The christmas presents are complete thanks to the vine!

[OllieMartin]

I thought you'd like to see the product of my labours as most of the recipes have come from the vine.
Most of the family this year will be getting a hamper full of goodies:

From Left to Right (All vine recipes are linked):
Bottles:

• - Sloe Gin - Although this might have been combined with my mum's recipe, I think it's just slightly different proportions of sloes, gin and sugar.
• - Elderberry Cordial - Made to a recipe my mum found. I have to admit, I'm not a huge fan of this as I can't stand the flavour of cloves, but I'm sure those who like mulled wine will enjoy.
• - Limoncello - Made to Pigletwillie's recipe.

Jars:

• - Spitfire Sauce - Made to sewer rat's recipe.
• - Green Tomato & Red Pepper Relish - Made to a recipe I found on allrecipes.com and posted on the vine.
• - Lemon Curd - Made to wollyanna's recipe.
• - Green Tomato Ketchup - Made to Two Sheds's recipe. This is good stuff, highly recommended.
• - Lime Pickle - Made to a recipe from one of my indian cookery books and posted on the vine.
• - Lemon Pickle - Made to the same recipe as the lime pickle, but with lemons.

Bars:
As seen on the infamous http://www.growfruitandveg.co.uk/gra...ies_41462.html thread.
- Wafer Centred
- Marshmallow Centred
- Fruit & Nut
- Imitation Crunchie
- Biscuit Base & Caramel
- Chilli Chocolate
- Extra Hot Chilli Chocolate
- White Chocolate & Cranberries

So thank you everyone who provided recipes, advice or inspiration (which is basically everyone!)

Merry Christmas

[Scottishnewbie]

Ollie, they all look fab! I wish I was one of your relatives.....

[FionaH]

Looks absolutely wonderful!

[OllieMartin]

Oh and also, all the bottles and jars were supplied by the ebay seller 'colorlites' thanks to a recommendation by dexterdoglancashire:
http://www.growfruitandveg.co.uk/gra...ars_36616.html

[Incy]

Fantastic stuff Ollie. Well done you for being so organised. I bet your relatives will love it all

[Jeanied]

Gosh, Ollie - how many hampers did you do or is it just the one group of relatives? Very impressive - it all looks so fabulous - are you open to bribery at all?

[HeyWayne]

Dude - that's fantastic!

If you haven't found a wife soon, gimme a shout - I'll marry ya. I've got great legs.

Where did you get the baskets?

[OllieMartin]

Dude - that's fantastic!

If you haven't found a wife soon, gimme a shout - I'll marry ya. I've got great legs.

Where did you get the baskets?

Well that's the third best offer I've had all year!

The basket was from a delicatesen. I made a deal with my step-mum that I'd fill it every year for her's and my dad's joint present after she complained about a present one year (cheeky b*tch!!!).

I've done 5 of these in total, although the others are in boxes, this is the only one in a proper hamper.

[Jeanied]

Ollie I reckon there is a career there for you!

[jackie j]

Sorry ollie I forgot to say wow good on you.

[Brengirl]

Ollie I just love you to bits. You remind me of my son aged 45. He wrote to
Father Christmas this year with his gift list. Father Christmas replied saying he had not been a good enough boy. My boy sent a letter back saying "Go away Off then I will buy my own toys".

[Bigmallly]

Nice one Ollie, your rels will be over the moon. If ever you fancy adopting a big bro, give me a shout............

[Rhona]

*crosses fingers and hope Ollie is long-lost rellie*

I'd be over the moon to receive that - excellent work and very inspiring!

[SueA]

Wow Ollie, did you know we're distant cousins?
What lovely thoughtful gifts, hope they all appreciate the effort you've put in.

[dexterdoglancashire]

Wicked! I WANT ONE! What a FAB present! Are you sure you aren't married? engaged? etc. etc.......................Bernie forgets herself for a second, then remembers she is happily married, and has been for 26 years..........Ollie you are the next James Martin!