Yukky homemade "best press"
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For hummingbirds, I make 4 cups at a time and microwave it for 8 minutes. (dunno why 8 mins but it works). the best press: never had a problem. water, vodka and a bit of Sta Flo. Again, I make 4 cups and put in small drink bottles. It is then kept in fridge....no mold or anything! I pour some in small mist bottles to use.
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Here is the recipe for quilters starch I use: 1 gal distilled water, 1 c. vodka, and 3/4 c. liquid starch (Sta Flo). Sta Flo should be at your local grocery store. It comes in a blue plastic bottle or jug. Mix and put in a spray bottle. I have some made up for about a year, and have no mold.
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Cheap vodka, and DISTILLED water, not water from the tap unless you boil it first to remove any impurities. I use the water from my dehumidifier, which is the same as distilled water. I make mine with just a few drops of lavender oil in it, have had it in a gallon jug for a year and no problems with "gunk" in it.
Sorry, Learning2Quilt, I didn't see your post before I typed mine.
Sorry, Learning2Quilt, I didn't see your post before I typed mine.
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Sta-Flo liquid starch is normally in regular grocery stores. It is made by Purex and mostly found in the laundry detergent area.
My recipe: = 1/3 cup Vodka (doesn't matter if its made with grain or with potatoes) , 3 cups water.
Shake (no heat needed). Add 1/2 cup liquid starch if desired. Good luck!
Oh, you are in Portland - I'm up in Battle Ground, WA and shop at Fred Meyers!
My recipe: = 1/3 cup Vodka (doesn't matter if its made with grain or with potatoes) , 3 cups water.
Shake (no heat needed). Add 1/2 cup liquid starch if desired. Good luck!
Oh, you are in Portland - I'm up in Battle Ground, WA and shop at Fred Meyers!
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