Originally Posted by
Gannyrosie
I boil my own, make it real thick then put it in a jar and put in fridge. When I need starch I just add what I need to hot water and mix. It stays a pretty long time in fridge and doesn't smell.
To prevent any lumps I pour the mix thru a strainer while pouring in bottle. It's inexpensive and very effective. I think the brand if Niagra.
I haven't thought of it in a long time, but I remember my mom and grandmothers boiling starch. As a matter of fact, I remember having to wash the pot Mom cooked it in!.
