Our Story
Evelyn McGlothlin’s journey with Ordinary Evelyn’s started with a simple love for preserving the vibrant, fresh fruits from her West Virginia home. What began as a small-scale operation, making jams and preserves for family and friends, quickly gained attention as word of her delicious creations spread. People couldn’t get enough of the rich, homemade flavors and the perfect balance between sweet and tart, all crafted from Evelyn’s time-tested recipes.
Evelyn’s commitment to quality meant that every jar of jam was made with fruits picked at the peak of ripeness, capturing the essence of the season. As demand grew, she took the bold step of turning her hobby into a full-fledged business. Running the operation out of her own commercial kitchen in Clay, she personally oversaw each batch, ensuring that her customers received the same love and care that went into every jar she made for her family.
For decades, Evelyn built her business on trust, tradition, and taste. Customers returned not only for the exceptional flavors but also for the story behind the jams—a woman who turned her passion into a business that stayed true to its roots. Her products became staples in pantries across the region, and her success led to national recognition, with her jams featured in high-profile publications like *Southern Living Magazine*.
When Evelyn decided it was time to retire, she did so with the confidence that her legacy would live on through her daughter and grandchildren. They had grown up watching her in the kitchen, learning the craft and appreciating the hard work that went into every step of the process. Evelyn entrusted them with her recipes, and they vowed to preserve the integrity and authenticity of her jams.
Today, the business remains a family-run operation, with the same dedication to quality that Evelyn instilled in them. Her daughter and grandchildren have expanded the reach of Ordinary Evelyn’s, opening new locations while keeping the heart of the business intact. They continue to make jams and dip mixes exactly the way Evelyn did, ensuring that her loyal customers—and new ones—can still enjoy the unforgettable taste of her creations.
The colorful, flavorful jams are a testament to Evelyn’s love for her craft, and her family takes pride in offering these exceptional products to an even wider audience. As the business continues to grow, Evelyn’s legacy lives on in each jar, a celebration of tradition, family, and the pure joy of sharing something delicious with the world.
Evelyn’s commitment to quality meant that every jar of jam was made with fruits picked at the peak of ripeness, capturing the essence of the season. As demand grew, she took the bold step of turning her hobby into a full-fledged business. Running the operation out of her own commercial kitchen in Clay, she personally oversaw each batch, ensuring that her customers received the same love and care that went into every jar she made for her family.
For decades, Evelyn built her business on trust, tradition, and taste. Customers returned not only for the exceptional flavors but also for the story behind the jams—a woman who turned her passion into a business that stayed true to its roots. Her products became staples in pantries across the region, and her success led to national recognition, with her jams featured in high-profile publications like *Southern Living Magazine*.
When Evelyn decided it was time to retire, she did so with the confidence that her legacy would live on through her daughter and grandchildren. They had grown up watching her in the kitchen, learning the craft and appreciating the hard work that went into every step of the process. Evelyn entrusted them with her recipes, and they vowed to preserve the integrity and authenticity of her jams.
Today, the business remains a family-run operation, with the same dedication to quality that Evelyn instilled in them. Her daughter and grandchildren have expanded the reach of Ordinary Evelyn’s, opening new locations while keeping the heart of the business intact. They continue to make jams and dip mixes exactly the way Evelyn did, ensuring that her loyal customers—and new ones—can still enjoy the unforgettable taste of her creations.
The colorful, flavorful jams are a testament to Evelyn’s love for her craft, and her family takes pride in offering these exceptional products to an even wider audience. As the business continues to grow, Evelyn’s legacy lives on in each jar, a celebration of tradition, family, and the pure joy of sharing something delicious with the world.