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Originally Posted by Wildernessties
(Post 7474864)
I have bought one bottle of Best Press but expect it will be my last. I really don't want something like that on my fabrics. I bought it to try and get that center fold out of some fabrics but it has really not been the answer. Plus it is far too expensive.
To to get strong creases out of fabric....I think white vinegar and water? Equal parts? Read it somewhere..... also, if I need to(rarely)' I too use sizing...no starch, no bugs.........never tried best press, seems expensive for what it's supposed to do......JMHOJMHO |
https://maryellenproducts.com/pdf/MS...%20Press-L.pdf
wow, they really are secretive! I have some BP, but don't find it does much for the stiffness of the fabric. I'm not a starcher by nature and have some Niagara in the pump bottle that I use sometimes. |
My Walmart carries Sta-Flo in the laundry aisle, by the other canned starches. It's in a blue plastic bottle the same shape as a bleach bottle. I've used it for years and love the stuff !
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I use Magic Sizing from WalMart for 99 cents. I know it has a blue lid but I switched to that from Best Press.
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Has anyone else had problems with Mary Ellen Best Press? It seems every time I use it, I can't stop coughing. I like the way it works, but I don't like not being able to breathe when I use it.
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I started using Best Press when I started quilting at the suggestion of my instructor and it was available for use in the classroom. I still like it and use it, always looking for a coupon or discount:) I am very sensitive to smells but haven't had a problem so far. I like their lavender scent and many other lavender scented products give me a headache. But if I am working on a project where I want a stiffer finish, like for tiny pieces, I do use a can of spray starch. Don't always need that much stiffness.
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I make my on, like being able to make a little heavy or med. Add a little scented smell. I really like it, first heard about on this board thanks
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Good to know thank you,
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Originally Posted by Kitsie
(Post 7469391)
Yes, ridiculous price! I bought a (plastic!) bottle of vodka (used for making homemade BP) for $5.99 and it will last me the rest of my life! And will not melt my table (or will help ease my sorrow if it does!)
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To make your own Best Press you need 3 water to 1 Vodka so you can make as big as you want or as little was you want.
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