How to Prepare Liquid Starch

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Liquid starch has many uses, from sewing to quilting to artistic and manual work.If you've run out of it or just want a more natural alternative, why not make it yourself?It's very simple and will even cost you less in the long run.Furthermore, it is natural and does not contain any chemicals found in store-bought ones.

Method 1
Method 1 of 2:

Use Water and Vodka

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  1. Step 1 Versa 950 ml di acqua in un flacone spray.
    If you can, use distilled or filtered water.[1] If you want to perfume liquid starch with essential oil, you must use a glass bottle because over time the oil degrades in contact with plastic.
  2. Step 2 Aggiungi 90 ml di vodka.
    Any type of vodka will work.In fact, many seamstresses and quilt makers believe that the least expensive one is the best choice.[2]
  3. Step 3 Aggiungi 2 o 3 gocce di olio essenziale, se desideri.
    You don't have to, but it will add a nice scent to your clothes.[3] You can use any fragrance you like, but if it's fresh like lavender or lemon, it's more effective.[4]
  4. Step 4 Chiudi il falcone e agitalo.
    This way, you will mix all the ingredients.Once mixed, the starch spray is ready for use!
  5. Step 5 Applica l'amido in spray.
    Spray it lightly on your clothes after washing them, then let them air dry.You can also spray it before ironing them so that they acquire a tidier and more refined appearance.Spray it in sufficient quantities to moisten the fabric, being careful not to soak it.
    • If you need to apply it to a very large fabric, pour the starch into a bucket, tub, or sink.Immerse the fabric, wring it out to remove excess water, then iron it.You will probably need to use double or triple the doses listed in the previous instructions.[5]
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Method 2
Method 2 of 2:

Use Water and Corn Starch

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  1. Step 1 Mescola 7,5 g di amido di mais in 60 ml di acqua fredda.
    Pour the water into a glass, then add the cornstarch.Stir the solution until it dissolves, then set it aside.[6]
    • If you can't find cornstarch, look for cornstarch (it's the same thing).
  2. Step 2 Porta a ebollizione 480 ml di acqua.
    Pour the water into a pot and place it on the stove.Bring it to a boil over high or medium-high heat.[7]
  3. Step 3 Versa l'amido di mais nell'acqua bollente.
    Continue stirring as you add it to the boiling water without removing the pan from the heat.[8]
  4. Step 4 Aggiungi 2 o 3 gocce di olio essenziale, se desideri.
    You don't have to, but consider that it will give the starch a pleasant scent.[9] Choose a fresh fragrance, such as lavender or lemon.
  5. Step 5 Tieni sul fuoco la miscela per 1 minuto.
    Continue turning it while it sits on the stove.[10] By bringing the cornstarch solution to a boil, you will prevent this ingredient from remaining suspended in the water and reduce the formation of lumps and sediment.[11]
  6. Step 6 Fai raffreddare la miscela prima di trasferirla in un flacone spray.
    Once you've finished boiling it, remove the pan from the heat.Let it cool to room temperature before pouring it into a spray bottle.[12] If you added an essential oil, use a glass container, as the oil degrades when in contact with plastic.
  7. Step 7 Utilizza l'amido in spray.
    Spray it lightly on your clothes after washing them, then let them air dry.You can also spray it before ironing them so that they acquire a tidier and more refined appearance.Spray it in sufficient quantities to moisten the fabric, being careful not to soak it.[13]
    • If you need to apply it to a very large fabric, pour the starch into a bucket, tub, or sink.Immerse the fabric, wring it out to remove excess water, then iron it.You will probably need to use double or triple the doses listed in the previous instructions.
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Advice

  • To prevent ingredients from spilling, stick a funnel into the neck of the spray bottle before pouring.[14]
  • Instead of filling a single large spray bottle, it is better to use several smaller bottles.
  • Vodka-based starch is ideal for dark fabrics because it leaves no traces.Cornstarch-based starch works best on light-colored fabrics, but may stain darker fabrics.[15]
  • Increase the amount of cornstarch if you want the fabric to be stiffer.Reduce it if you prefer it softer.[16]
  • If you have added essential oil, you may want to shake the bottle quickly before using.
  • If the bottle becomes clogged, run the dispenser under hot water.[17]
  • Sediment may form in the corn starch solution.In these cases, shake the bottle.
  • Try using distilled water, especially if your tap water is hard.
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Warnings

  • The corn starch solution may deteriorate over time.If it starts to look or smell funny, throw it away.
  • Add ¼ cup (7.5 g) of powdered borax or alum to the cornstarch mixture.It will act as a preservative.Furthermore, alum gives fabrics a tidier and more refined appearance.
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Things you will need

Use Water and Vodka

  • 950 ml of distilled water
  • 90ml of vodka
  • Essential oil
  • Spray bottle

Use Corn Starch

  • 60 ml of cold water
  • 7.5 g of corn starch
  • 480 ml of boiled water
  • Essential oil
  • Spray bottle
  • Pot
  • Table spoon
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