peaceandjoy

I also wondered what Satina was. I found a few images on Google; the package said, "Ironing Aid", "Makes Clothes Smell Fresher" and "Makes Ironing Faster". Here's a picture of the back of the package.

SusieQOH

Bear and Peace, thanks. I'd never heard of it.
Every so often I forget about Mr. Google!

WesternWilson

I believe the vodka is meant to keep the starch mixture from growing mold!

Julienm1

for starch i use a solution of cheap vodka and distilled water. has to be distilled water since has no chemicals to stain fabric while ironing.

cashs_mom

Wow! I never heard of Satina. My mom used starch. She'd starch my dad's shirts then roll them up and put them in the frig overnight then sprinkle with water (she had a special sprinkling bottle for this) and iron.

SusieQOH

Ohhh I remember that special bottle! My Mom had one too. She ironed my Dad's shirts the same way your Mom did, Cash's Mom!!