Thanks. I am going to try it. I *think* my mother used white vinegar if she ran completely out of buttermilk. Best I remember she used about a cup of buttermilk and added milk to it and left it on the counter overnight, covered. I remember one time she bought buttermilk and used some of it as a starter. At least I think I remember that. I think it is so sad to see all of the "tips and tricks" being lost. My mother was a great cook. The food tasted a lot different (better) back then too. You always seem to have so many of the old ways to do things. I feel like I am listening to and watching my mother. I married young and didn't have kids, and hubby only eats 4 meals, so I didn't cook a lot and have lost so much of what I learned. Have you ever thought of writing a cookbook or a tips book? I think you would be great at it. You could include pics of your quilts and tips for quilting. :)