Ms. Diane'S Pickles

Directions

1. 1
   Wash cucumbers and slice.
2. 2
   Put in large enamel pot and add pickling lime and cold water.
3. 3
   Soak for 24 hours.
4. 4
   Drain and wash all remaining lime from pickles.
5. 5
   Soak for 3 hours in ice water. Drain good and then add sugar, vinegar, salt and celery seed.
6. 6
   Tie up pickling spices and cloves or use a tea bag holder.
7. 7
   (This prevents them from being next to the pickles, which causes discoloration.)
8. 8
   Soak overnight.
9. 9
   Bring to a boil and cook for 30 minutes.
10. 10
    Put in warm jars and seal.