I made the vodka mix and it doesn't make the fabric stiff at all. It's no better to me than using water so I probably won't make it again.
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The vodka mix is working nicely for me, which is good because the ONE brand of spray starch I can find here is crap.
Anything that needs to be used within a week or two is probably not a good idea for me, LOL. |
I use this recipe
2 parts linen water 1 part liquid starch 1 part distilled water It lasts quite a while and I have never had a problem with mold. I have used this for a long time. |
old fashioned recipe for spray starch;
Argo corn starch or other corn starch, you need to experiment with it, that is how stiff you want your starch try a couple of tablesoons of cornstarch with a cup of water, stir well, place in a container that will fit your item(a 2' square, for your experiment) let it dry, and you have it. this also has been used for the thread crocheted items. I am likew you, I hate to buy the starch and doesn't halfway spray or the sprayer itself breks. oh and if you get an old fashioned sprayer, which probably can't find any more, can spray your item and iron it, or just lightly steam your item from the link above Frebreeze? hmmm, gotta try that! 12 oz water 3/4 tablespoon cornstarch 3 drops lavender essential oil Mix well in a measuring cup and pour into a spray bottle. All of these are great to try, and I plan to do this afgain, so much cheaper too. and does just as well as the store bought spray kind. SusannahG that recipe is the one I think my mom used ! thanks for the info, |
can I still find that sprayer you put in the bottles? I really haven't looked for one, but would love to find one!
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Originally Posted by pocoellie
I get the half gallon Sta Flo concentrated starch and mix 50/50 in a spray bottle.
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I buy the Niagra non-aerosal spray starch (in a spray bottle) at WalMart for under $2.00 for a 22oz. bottle and it works beautifully and has a fresh smell to it. (I also like the "Mary's" light purple spray they sell at Hancock's but it's $5.00 a bottle and also works nicely.)
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Originally Posted by QuilterChick
I buy the Niagra non-aerosal spray starch (in a spray bottle) at WalMart for under $2.00 for a 22oz. bottle and it works beautifully and has a fresh smell to it. (I also like the "Mary's" light purple spray they sell at Hancock's but it's $5.00 a bottle and also works nicely.)
I have heard of both the boiled cornstarch mixture as well as the vodka but haven't tried either yet. If you're a fan of Mary Ellen's Best Press what would be a good alternative to that? The vodka recipe? |
Back in the day - when we did not get our ironing done we put it into the fridge for a day or two.
So, while we are talking about ironing, I am having trouble with the steam holes on my iron catching on the edge of my blocks and twisting them. Any ideas, Please? |
Originally Posted by pocoellie
I get the half gallon Sta Flo concentrated starch and mix 50/50 in a spray bottle.
A bottle of Sta Flo lasts a long time. |
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