recommendation for jelly strainer and bag set

[CatzCanz]

I'm branching out into jellies and need a strainer and bag set.

I'm a fairly new 1st-time homeowner so no I don't have any old pillow cases or towels I can use instead.

I noticed the mostly bad reviews for this set: http://www.kitchenkrafts.com/product/jelly-strainer

Curious what everyone thinks of this one, or is there another I just haven't found yet ? http://www.kitchenkrafts.com/product/Large-Jelly-or-Juice-Strainer/canning-jams-and-jellies

Thanks in advance !
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[Saeriu]

I typically use a couple of coffee filters lined in my colander. My jellies always turn out crystal clear.

I've heard some people will make a sleeve out of flannel. If you sew, you can purchase 1/4 yard or so and have enough for several--for those days you plan to make a couple of flavors. If you use flannel, the fuzy side faces in.

Hope this helps.
Saeriu

[CatzCanz]

Well ! Coffee filters, how exceptionally easy, thanks for that tip and the flannel too !

By the way, I regularly run across your comments (I recognize your unique name) on the cooking/jamming sites, and they are always exceptionally helpful. I recall one recently about macerating strawberries to make better jam, can't wait to try it !!

Kind Regards,
Cat