Friheten Sourdough Starter Kit — 40oz Wide-Mouth Starter Jar with 9" Round & 10" Oval Banneton Set and Baking Tools

Friheten Sourdough Starter Kit is an all-in-one artisan baking set that gives you a 40oz wide-mouth starter jar plus banneton baskets and tools to make consistent, beautiful sourdough at home.

Whether you're new to naturally leavened bread or upgrading your home bake setup, this kit gathers the essential equipment: a large glass starter jar with tracking band, two handmade rattan bannetons (9" round and 10" oval) with a linen liner, a silicone bread sling and mat for safe transfers, plus mixing, scoring and cleaning tools. Everything is designed to simplify feeding, proofing and transferring dough while improving crust texture and loaf shape.

How does the starter jar simplify maintaining wild yeast?

The 40oz (approx. 35oz usable) wide-mouth glass jar makes stirring, adding flour and scooping starter straightforward. A marked tracking band shows feeding day and starter level so you can monitor growth at a glance. The breathable cloth cover protects while allowing gas exchange during fermentation.

• Wide 3.7" mouth for easy access and cleaning
• Feeding/time tracker band for clear feeding intervals
• Metal lid and breathable cloth for safe short-term coverage
• Enough starter to bake 5–6 loaves without waste

Why choose the handmade rattan bannetons for proofing?

Friheten’s bannetons are handwoven from high-quality natural rattan that gently wicks moisture from the dough surface to promote a firmer skin and better oven spring. The included linen liner is ideal when you want a softer surface or easier cleanup after proofing.

• Grade-A Indonesian rattan for consistent moisture control
• Splinter-free finish for safe handling
• 9" round and 10" oval shapes fit many Dutch ovens and baking steels
• Linen liner reduces sticking and speeds cleanup

What tools help transfer and score dough without losing shape?

The silicone bread sling and mat let you lift proofed dough into a Dutch oven safely, while the scoring knife with replaceable blades gives clean, controlled cuts for predictable expansion. Other included utensils — Danish dough whisk, spatula and dough scraper — make mixing and shaping more efficient.

• Non-stick, heat-resistant silicone sling and mat for safe transfers
• Scoring knife with five spare blades for varied patterns
• Danish dough whisk and 11" silicone spatula for easy mixing
• Dough cutter/scraper for portioning and bench work

How do I keep everything clean and long-lasting?

The rattan’s smooth cane surface sheds excess flour and dries to release stuck dough, and the linen liner prevents most sticking. Silicone accessories are dishwasher-safe; a small cleaning brush helps remove dried bits from crevices in baskets and tools.

• Brush off or dry debris, then brush baskets clean
• Linen liner is removable and simplifies washing
• Silicone tools can go in the dishwasher for easy sanitation
• Metal lid and glass jar resist stains and odors

Who is this for? Home bakers who want a single kit to learn and refine sourdough skills, plus small-batch artisan bakers who need reliable proofing and transfer tools. This set suits beginners who want guided convenience (tracking band, clear tools) and experienced bakers who value quality bannetons, replaceable blades, and durable silicone accessories. It also makes a practical gift for anyone exploring natural-leaven bread.