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Old 02-16-2011, 06:51 AM
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JoAnn's sells a product like that but it is not starch, I think it is called quilting spray. Not very expensive.
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Old 02-16-2011, 07:05 AM
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You can buy the Niagra starch in a spray bottle now. It works well and 1.97 a bottle at wal mart
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Old 02-16-2011, 07:49 AM
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I also use the StaFlo brand. I started using it on items that I'm going to machine embroider, especially on denim. It really makes it much easier. No stretching or puckering.
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Old 02-16-2011, 07:59 AM
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Thank you all for the info. I didn't even know that starch makes a big of a difference. I guess i will give it a try this week.

My questions is if i buy from any grocery store, do i buy light or heavy starch?

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Old 02-16-2011, 08:08 AM
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I've been sewing for over 40 years and quilting for about 10. I never starched until recently. Wow, what a difference (for the better). I am a convert now, and loving it.
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Old 02-16-2011, 08:19 AM
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have you thought about sizing instead of starch or using a watered down liquid starch..
reason, starch attracts bugs...if you starch and then leave your fabric in bins, shelves, bags etc, you are inviting creepers to eat it....
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Old 02-16-2011, 09:08 AM
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I been to 3 different Walmart looking for StaFlo and was unable to find it. just went to the Walmart.com and was it was unavailble. I got a feeling that Walmart will not be carrying this item any more.
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Old 02-16-2011, 09:25 AM
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we have not had staflo around here for years...miss those good ole country grocers that used to carry those basic items...
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Old 02-16-2011, 10:47 AM
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Originally Posted by ckcowl
i use spray starch when cutting/piecing fabrics that need a little more than just a spritz of water. or when i want it to be nice and 'crisp' for precise cutting
I ditto this. It makes cutting a little easier and more actuate :thumbup:
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Old 02-17-2011, 08:56 AM
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thanks to you all!! knew i would get good info from ya'll!! will certainly give it a try!!
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