How to make the spray starch for quilts
I read somewhere the recipe for making the starch, but I don't remember where. Can anyone help me?
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here's one---
1 Tbs. cornstarch 1/4 cup cold water 3 3/4 cup tap water 2-3 drops of fragrant essential oil or lemon juice (optional) Mix It Up: Bring 3 3/4 cup tap water to a rolling boil. While waiting for water to boil, mix the tablespoon of cornstarch into cold water. Stir constantly until cornstarch is completely dissolved. Once water boils, slowly stir in cornstarch mixture. If using essential oil or lemon juice, add to mixture and continue to stir for one minute. Remove from heat and let cool. After cooling add to a one quart spray bottle. [h=2]Tips & Warnings[/h]
or, you can purchase concentrated starch in the laundry part of the grocery store & dilute it- use it at the concentration you require for your project. |
I've never made my own. I prefer to use Staflo @ 50% starch & water. It's wonderful! And cheap too!
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Does adding the lemon juice make the spray smell like lemons? I think I'd like that.
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I use 1 cup vodka, 1 cup water and a bit of Frebreeze for scent - It is very similar to Best Press. For stiffer fabric I use Staflo equal part of it and water.
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I tried the Vodka idea but. Couldn't find Vodka made with Potatoes. Are you allowed to tell me what brand of Vodka you used
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LOL - I though the vodka was to drink while you ironed!
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personally I would not add lemon, essential oils- or anything else to add fragrance- in my mind that is a recipe for disaster- oils leave stains (oily marks) lemon will yellow over time- I hate & will not use 'best press' mainly because it STINKS! makes my whole room reek for hours (yup-tried it once-never again) I know some people love the stuff---I've been using Niagra starch 40+ years- the slight odor that it has when sprayed is gone when item is pressed/dry- I do not understand why anyone would want to *perfume* their fabrics- or add oils/juices. *just me*
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Originally Posted by kamaiarigby
(Post 6638760)
I tried the Vodka idea but. Couldn't find Vodka made with Potatoes. Are you allowed to tell me what brand of Vodka you used
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