Our Favorite Fermentation Tools

My Go-To Shop for Custom Fermentation Art

This is hands-down my favorite custom tapestry shop on AliExpress. At ₪16.47 ($4.50), I've decorated my entire house with these — from fermentation-themed art in my kitchen to inspirational quotes in my workspace. The quality consistently exceeds the price point, making it addictive to create new designs.

Why I Keep Ordering More

• 100% polyester fabric — thin but surprisingly durable
• Sizes for every space — I use 95x70cm for small walls, 150x200cm for statement pieces
• Crisp custom printing — my Fermentfulness art designs come out beautifully
• Multi-purpose — wall art, room dividers, even ceiling décor in my fermentation corner
• Reliable seller — [email protected] always responds quickly
• 2-3 week turnaround — fast for custom work from overseas

Real Talk from a Repeat Customer

I've ordered over a dozen of these for various rooms. The print quality is genuinely impressive — vibrant colors, sharp details, even with my amateur designs. Yes, the fabric is thin (it's $4.50!), but that makes them easy to hang and swap out seasonally. Pro tip: Create fermentation-themed designs celebrating your favorite cultures and microbes. The seller handles custom requests well — just email your high-res image after ordering. Iron out the shipping creases and you've got professional-looking custom art for the price of a coffee.

🎨 For fellow fermenters wanting to personalize their space: this shop makes it affordable to surround yourself with inspiring, custom artwork.`

Why This Container Is My Go-To

Out of all the fermenting containers I’ve used over the years, this one stands out — by a mile.

It’s hands-down the easiest to use, and I recommend it to beginners and seasoned fermenters alike.
The inner vacuum lid keeps everything submerged, and when your ferment is ready, you can just open it, scoop out what you need, and press the lid back down.
No fuss. No mess. Still fully protected.

For long-term storage, nothing beats this.
It’s clean, odor-blocking, sturdy, and comfortable to use again and again.

Honestly, I’ve never had a fermentation fail in this container.
Sauerkraut, kimchi, giardiniera — they’ve all come out exactly how I wanted them, every single time.

Details:

• Material: BPA-free, lead-free earthenware and food-safe plastic
• Capacity: 11 Liters (2.9 gallons)
• Style: Rectangular with clip-on vacuum lid
• Care: Dishwasher, microwave, and freezer safe
• Odor Control: Excellent — thanks to the double-lid system

💬 If you want one container you can trust to get the job done every time, this is the one.

Labeling That's Quick, Clean, and Surprisingly Fun

This compact thermal label maker is one of those tools that quietly changes your daily workflow. Whether you're labeling jars of sauerkraut, spice jars, kombucha bottles, or pantry bins, it just works — no ink, no nonsense.

Pop it open, connect via Bluetooth, and you're printing within minutes. The NIIMBOT app is intuitive, with loads of font and template options that make organizing feel less like a chore and more like creative play.

Why It Earned a Spot in My Fermentation Drawer

• Bluetooth enabled — connects easily to your phone
• Comes with 3 types of labels — rectangle and round styles included
• No ink required — uses thermal printing for mess-free labels
• Rechargeable and portable — no cords cluttering your counter
• Wide compatibility — works with Android and iOS

How I Use It

From labeling batches with dates, to tracking flavor experiments, this little machine keeps my jars in order — and helps me avoid the dreaded “mystery ferment” syndrome.

📝 A neat freak’s dream and a disorganized fermenter’s salvation.

The Fermenter's Favorite Labeling Companion

If you've ever lost track of which jar is kimchi and which is your horseradish kraut, you're not alone. The Nelko P21 is a pint-sized powerhouse that brings order to your bubbling chaos. No cords, no ink, no mystery brews — just clean, quick labeling from your phone to your jar in under a minute.

Why It's in My Fermentation Drawer

• Bluetooth enabled — connects easily to iOS or Android
• Rechargeable + inkless — thermal printing means no cartridges to mess with
• Comes with tape — includes a roll to get you started right away
• Easy app with icons, QR codes, frames + fonts — make it cute or keep it clinical
• Perfect label sizes for fermentation jars, swing-top bottles, pantry bins

How I Actually Use It

• Labeling jars with ferment dates and batch notes
• Marking second-ferment kombucha flavors (because what was that pink one?)
• Categorizing spice blends and dried herbs from my own apothecary shelf
• Creating a "use next" zone in the fridge for ferments getting a little too funky

📌 A tidy tool for chaotic kitchens — especially when your fridge looks like a science experiment.

This 4-pack of 32oz wide-mouth mason jars from Paksh Novelty is crafted from thick, food-grade, lead-free soda-lime glass.
Perfect for fermenting, canning, food storage, or even home decor, they offer a clear, textured finish and self-sealing airtight lids with a plastisol liner for leakproof storage.
An affordable and versatile option for any fermenter or home food preserver.

These durable, BPA-free 32oz wide-mouth mason jars from Miuyhji are perfect for small-batch fermentations, canning, pickling, preserving, and even meal prep.
Made with clear, heat-tempered glass, they’re freezer, microwave (without lids), and dishwasher safe — and they come with airtight, leakproof metal lids and bands.
A reliable and simple favorite for beginner and experienced fermenters alike.

My absolute favorite fermentation vessel for vegetables.

The e-jen Premium Fermentation Container blends ancient Korean earthenware principles with modern food-safe technology, featuring a double-lid design and an adjustable inner vacuum plate that creates an ideal anaerobic environment.

It's easy to use, odor-blocking, durable, and ideal for:

• Sauerkraut
• Kimchi
• Pickled vegetables
• Any gut-healthy ferments

Key features:

• Vacuum inner lid to minimize air exposure
• Double lids to contain odors
• Dishwasher safe (container only)
• BPA-free, DEHP-free, and lead-free materials

Perfect for small-batch fermentation that actually fits in your fridge — without taking over your life.