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Tuesday, March 27, 2012

How to Make your own spray starch for free and save money


How to Make your own spray starch, and enjoy crisp collars and pleats on the cheap. Here's step by step guide on how:

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1 heaping tablespoon corn starch
  • 1 pint cold water
  • 1-2 drops essential oil (optional)

Preparation:

1. Combine the cornstarch and water in a bowl, and stir until the cornstarch is completely dissolved. (The mixture will be milky in color)
2. Add in a couple drops of essential oil for fragrance, if desired.
3. Then, transfer to a spray bottle, and use.

Tips:

1. For best results, shake before each use.
2. A little goes a long way, so use sparingly.

Did You Know?

  • Commerically-produced spray starch usually contains formaldehyde – yuck!
  • Starching clothes actually makes them last longer because dirt and perspiration sticks to the starch and not to the fabric

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