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12-22-2010, 08:27 PM

#51

IBQUILTIN

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I think you may have misread the directions for medium starch. Look again, and let it dry before ironing., Should help

12-22-2010, 10:08 PM

#52

Annaleehunter

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I use 1:1 and let it sit for a minute. I never have problems with it if I allow it to soak in first and use steam. Flakes will not make it through the quilting/washing process, though!!!

12-22-2010, 10:10 PM

#53

Annaleehunter

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Clueless Quilter

I agree the ratio is way off.

I love 'Mary Ellen's Best Press' (fragrant free) but because of the cost usually mix my own starch using 'Stay-Flo' with a 1 to 1 ratio with water.

I have tried the Niagra starch in the pump bottle and like it much better than the aerosol. However, as I can only find it in the linen scent I can't use it. It has a lovely Linen scent but I am allergic to things with fragrances.

I, too, love Mary Ellen's... it is expensive, though. I use stay-flo 1:1 and add generic febreeze if I want it to smell wonderful.

12-22-2010, 10:49 PM

#54

penski

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i agree with all the above !! i just didnt get in here on time, sorry was wrapping Christmas presents

12-23-2010, 05:57 AM

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judi wess

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I like to mist my fabric with water before misting with the starch solution. Think I still prefer sizing. Like the idea of adding essential oil to the mix. Thanks

12-23-2010, 08:26 AM

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Prism99

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Quote:

Originally Posted by gale

I know this sounds weird but has anyone ever used a blow dryer to dry the starch before ironing? Sometimes I starch seams during construction and don't want to wait for the starch to dry.

I'm pretty sure a hair dryer would speed up the process.

12-23-2010, 11:38 AM

#57

Gabrielle's Mimi

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I took a class from Harriet Hargrave and she said flaking is a sign that your iron is too hot. I solved the problem by switching to Mary Ellen's Best Press. It's more expensive than starch, but it smells nice, works great and doesn't flake.

12-23-2010, 02:19 PM

#58

Olivia's Grammy

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If you are using starch, are you washing your finished quilts? I've always been afarid of bugs getting in to starched items. I use a sizer instead of starch.