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miriam 09-04-2011 05:36 PM
Originally Posted by megs0863
Originally Posted by Airwick156
Originally Posted by virtualbernie
Vodka mixed with water is good for getting out wrinkles without the stiffness of starch.
I wonder if this will get rid of facial wrinkles. LOL
I do believe enough vodka will not only take care of facial wrinkles but everything else that's bothering you at the moment.
all except if you are worried about your reputation...

vjjo743 09-04-2011 06:15 PM
Originally Posted by QuilterChick
Takes the wrinkles out of me, especially with a splash of tonic & twist of lime. But I let the steam iron take out the wrinkles, on fabric that is.

Hey, what if I just put the vodka in the steam iron, and away we go !
So cute, LOL

nana2 09-04-2011 06:41 PM
Never heard of using vodka to spray fabric, but have just learned from America's Test Kitchen to use some vodka instead of water when making pie crusts. It's suppose to help make a flaker crust.

Taughtby Grandma 09-04-2011 06:43 PM
Are you drinking it or pressing clothes?

desertrose 09-04-2011 07:32 PM
Originally Posted by susiequilt
Linen spray isn't a starch but smells nicer than plain water to spritz fabric before ironing.
The vodka is to kill any germs in your water so if you keep the EO and water for a while it won't grow nasties (bacteria).
Shake well before using. It adds a nice scent to linens when sprayed before bedtime and the alcohol evaporates so it dries faster.
Some EO's will discolor fabric so test before using.

What is the ratio of EO, vodka & water when you make your linen spray? :roll:

sylviasmom 09-04-2011 08:25 PM
Nope, the iron did not do well with starch and vodka. I however did quite well on the vodka, but not on the starch. A few vodka shots, you would have thought I had starched my tongue.

d.rickman 09-04-2011 08:27 PM
I search "Linen Spray" this was one of the results

"Spray for ironing. There is a very expensive ($6-$8 per bottle) ironing spray that is lavender scented you can buy only at quilt shops, fabric stores, online, etc. I guess this is supposed to be the generic of that."

2 cups distilled water, 20 drops lavender essential oil, 2 oz vodka = Linen spray

BETTY62 09-04-2011 08:39 PM
Your kidding, right? Only one project at a time? Who knew this was even possible?

Annaleehunter 09-04-2011 10:27 PM
Originally Posted by dunster
Are we being punk'd?

Edited to say, if we are supposed to be voting, I vote for the vodka.
Thank you. Vodka for quilting? It is made from potatoes. May attract bugs cause of that?

Annaleehunter 09-04-2011 10:30 PM
Originally Posted by nana2
Never heard of using vodka to spray fabric, but have just learned from America's Test Kitchen to use some vodka instead of water when making pie crusts. It's suppose to help make a flaker crust.
Ha-ha. Won't make this, though. Gma taught me to make great pie crust with flour and cold butter... turns out great every time!

Tinabug 09-05-2011 01:48 PM
Well, if I'm out of the fabric spray, I'll hit the liquor cabinet.

butterflywing 09-05-2011 01:48 PM
Originally Posted by virtualbernie
Vodka mixed with water is good for getting out wrinkles without the stiffness of starch.
if i add water to my vodka will it get rid of my wrinkles or my stiffness or both?

denveremerson 09-05-2011 01:58 PM
Originally Posted by ube quilting
The difference? Vodka has alcohol, Starch doesn't!

I only drink vodka. Starch , not so good :shock:

I've never really heard of this. Seems expensive and a waist of good vodka!

My sentiments exactly!! =-))

denveremerson 09-05-2011 01:59 PM
Originally Posted by butterflywing
Originally Posted by virtualbernie
Vodka mixed with water is good for getting out wrinkles without the stiffness of starch.
if i add water to my vodka will it get rid of my wrinkles or my stiffness or both?

Perhaps it will just make you feel better!! :-)

Doreen 09-05-2011 06:56 PM
This has been so funny! I think I will continue to drink my vodka since I had two gallons of Best Press siting on my sewing room floor. Mary Ellen had a sale!

sewbeeit42 09-05-2011 07:41 PM
Since I have never bought essential oils, I have no idea where to purchase it. Any suggestions?

d.rickman 09-05-2011 09:26 PM
Health Food Store

psquared52 09-06-2011 02:46 AM
quilters spray recipe

Here's the recipe that I was given.

24 oz distilled water
3 oz vodka
1 teaspoon scented oil(optional)

Use cheap vodka and shake before using.

I haven't made any yet, but friends have.

Note: Remember to use the vodka for the starch.......LOL

sewbeeit42 09-06-2011 07:29 AM
Originally Posted by d.rickman
Health Food Store
Thank you for the reply as where to buy essential oils.

ediedarlene 09-07-2011 07:47 AM
Originally Posted by Airwick156
Originally Posted by virtualbernie
Vodka mixed with water is good for getting out wrinkles without the stiffness of starch.
I wonder if this will get rid of facial wrinkles. LOL
Probably not, but a few glasses and you won't care!!!

miriam 09-07-2011 04:16 PM
You know I've been thinking. Some times I like to spray my hair with water to get it all sorted out the way I want it to look. I wonder if that Vodka spray works on hair?

butterflywing 09-07-2011 07:15 PM
even if you iron with your vodka, please don't drink your starch.

Sierra 09-09-2011 11:13 AM
Originally Posted by butterflywing
Originally Posted by virtualbernie
Vodka mixed with water is good for getting out wrinkles without the stiffness of starch.
if i add water to my vodka will it get rid of my wrinkles or my stiffness or both?
The best way to get rid of wrinkles is to take off your glasses. If you have a husband around, take off his too.

miriam 09-09-2011 11:38 AM
Originally Posted by Sierra
Originally Posted by butterflywing
Originally Posted by virtualbernie
Vodka mixed with water is good for getting out wrinkles without the stiffness of starch.
if i add water to my vodka will it get rid of my wrinkles or my stiffness or both?
The best way to get rid of wrinkles is to take off your glasses. If you have a husband around, take off his too.
That works. It also works to keep moving around.


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