I have never tried starching before but after reading these comments, I may need to attempt this and see how it work :)

In addition to the above uses, one I've discovered is that when I have a starched or 'sized' fabric (Magic Sizing, which I use alot), any marks made on my top wash out so much better - regardless of the marking tool used. Please note I only use normal quilt marking tools, such as blue washout markers, Crayola Washable Markers, pencils, etc. But they do seem to wash out easily and I've never had one stay in permanently. This could be just luck, the fact that I would NEVER iron a fabric with a mark on it...or it could be the layer of starch/sizing I put heavily on my fabrics washes out easily and the marks on it also wash out. I don't know...just know it's so for me ;)

I do a lot of marking, in piecing maybe not so much, but certainly in longarming.

Debbie in Austin

It gives the fabric more fazazz and it is easier to work with. I didn't starch or even iron my fabric until I joined this board. I do both now. It also makes it easier to cut into squares and other shapes. Try it and see.

thanks for all the info.

I *love* this word! It's perfectly descriptive :thumbup: :thumbup:

After I wash my fabric, I hang it to dry (get really creative with shower rods and doors) and starch it heavily, let it dry and it's very easy to iron. I really like Sta-Flo so I can mix the strength I want, and it's lots less expensive then the already mixed starches.