Looking for Starch Recipe?I am looking for a recipe on starch, if that is what it is called, I have a crochet hat ornament and i washed it and now I need to stiffen it back up and I can't remember how it was done in the first place. So if you have any idea on how to do this please let me know.
Keeping Homemade Starch from Spoiling?I made my own starch out of flour and water and absolutely love it, but I need to know how to keep it from spoiling.
Making a Clothesline from a Patio Umbrella?Has anyone ever make a clothesline from a faded patio umbrella? I think you could simply remove the cover, then drill holes in the spokes, and lace the line though the holes. Does anyone want to try it and let us know? It seems like a great use for re-purposing an old faded umbrella, right?
Homemade Laundry Detergent Not Getting Clothes Clean?Has anyone had trouble with homemade laundry detergent? I made a batch using the recipe: 1 bar of shredded soap, 1 cup washing soda, and 1 cup borax. It called for using a tablespoon in the wash.
Homemade Static Guard Recipe?Does anyone have a recipe for making a "static guard"? I can't stand the fumes from the aerosol.
Making Septic Safe Laundry Detergent?Is homemade detergent safe for septic systems?
Homemade Starch?How do you make starch for crisper sheets/laundry?
How Do I Make and Preserve Cold Water Starch?I have interest in knowing how to make and preserve cold water starch. I would appreciate to know the items required to make a cold water starch, and also the process and packaging.
Homemade Dryer Sheets?Does anyone know how to make homemade dryer sheets using vinegar? I don't have a softener bucket in my washer and I am not always around or hear the final rinse so putting it in that way is not really an option.
