1. Mix all and add 1/2 c salt and 2 trays of ice cubes. Pack around pickles and weigh down. Let stand 3 hours. Drain well and cover with syrup. 2. Syrup - 3. cups sugar 4. cups Vinegar 5. -1/2 Tsp Tumeric 6. /2 Tsp Ground Cloves 7. TBSP Mustard Seed 8. Tsp Celery Seed 9. Bring to boil. Can.