Two Options for Pre-Starching Your Fabrics!!
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Күн бұрынIf you want to learn how to pre-starch your fabrics or you are trying to decide if you want to use spray or liquid starch then this video is for you! I show you how to starch using both methods! I also will share some important points to consider with pre-starching.
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@dorothyferrigno6386 7 ай бұрын
P.S. Thank you for your demonstrations! I am 79 and a new quilter!🥰
@thesimplequilter7499 7 ай бұрын
That is fantastic!!!
@soniatuttle4054 11 ай бұрын
Liquid starch in a spray bottle us what I used since 1960. Worked great on Navy white uniforms.
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
@chickad5820 Ай бұрын
If you have flaking just use a green scrubby. I keep one with my ironing supplies just in case. Niagara usually only flakes if still wet when ironing
@thesimplequilter7499 Ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing that tip!
@libbyhaynes8909 11 ай бұрын
I bought a pressure sparyer on Amazon for using the Stay Flo starch, makes the job much easier, faster and less wrinkles.
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
I like that!!! Thanks for sharing!!!
@mallred7578 11 ай бұрын
Can you share which sprayer you got?
@cynthiadana2424 11 ай бұрын
I usually starch on my covered back porch, I have an old tablecloth I put on a picnic table and then saturate my fabric , I then hang them up to dry . Thank you for teaching , as a new quilter I’m learning much from you
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
You are most welcome! Thanks for watching!!! and taking the time to comment!
@mariettedemarest5173 11 ай бұрын
Back in the "olden days", hahaaa, like 1950's and early '60's, we starched our blouses and shirts, dipping in a basin of diluted liquid starch, hang to dry. When it was time to iron you would dampen lightly with water in a sprinkler bottle, roll up and let sit a while in a plastic bag for about 30 mins. or longer. There's no flaking with this method. I believe the flaking with spray starch is from the product not having time to saturate the fibers. Best Press is sizing, not starch, it gives fabric a smooth finish without stiffening it. (Some people make their own, using vodka+water. I have no idea if this is good or not, I probably will not try it. Google it if you're interested in finding a formula and good luck with it. BTW, when ironing a starched item, do not let the iron sit too long on the piece as it will scorch. Thanks for all of your very helpful videos.
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
You are so welcome! Thanks for watching and sharing!
@jmjcc5 11 ай бұрын
Love the bird sounds in the background!
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
Me too!
@sunseekerrs3087 11 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for demonstrating this, Michelle! I dip starch with StaFlo also and will continue to do so instead of trying the spray starch. I think you’re right, that the liquid is less expensive overall. One thing I have found when dip starching is to start with my lightest fabrics first and progressively get darker as the darker fabric may bleed a bit. But starching truly is a game changer for more accurate quilting, for me anyway.
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
I have been watching to see if any fabric bleeds and so far I have not seen that.
@donnagraham2802 11 ай бұрын
Thanks for doing this video and breaking all this down. Lots of good info!
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@livingweirdestherc6644 11 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing the information. I learned a lot
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
I'm so glad you found it helpful!
@debraswofford3156 11 ай бұрын
Your instructions and demonstration are well thought out. What a fine video.
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@fernlamberson565 11 ай бұрын
Thank you for all the information on starching Michelle! 🌻🌻🌻🌻🌻
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
You are so welcome!
@notmyname2229 6 ай бұрын
Great video, thank you.😊
@thesimplequilter7499 6 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@awa1179 9 ай бұрын
I have just in the last couple months moved to the starch community! It has made a big difference. I do use Sta-Flo, but spray it, I don’t dunk it. I spray it in my walk in shower and let it dry on dryer racks overnight.
@thesimplequilter7499 9 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
@ddoehling 6 ай бұрын
What did you use to spray your Sta-Flo?
@awa1179 6 ай бұрын
I use a small garden sprayer that I bought from the hardware store. I had to be careful which one I got because some of the sprayers have a really wide spray radius. I wanted one that was fully adjustable so I could control it to just hit the fabric and not go all over the shower and waste the starch.
@chickad5820 Ай бұрын
This can clog your drains so be sure to put a sheet down to throw in the washing machine at some point. Especially if you have a septic tank. Just be conscious of these 2 things
@TarahMatson-zz2hj 2 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing your experience with the various starches. This was very helpful.
@thesimplequilter7499 2 ай бұрын
You are so welcome!
@katherineelaine6182 11 ай бұрын
I really appreciate the practical way you approach your topics. As usual, tons of great information! Thanks for sharing.
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
I appreciate that! Thanks so much Katherine!!
@YomeidaGarza-ku4dx 2 ай бұрын
I all ways wash n spray my fabric works great
@thesimplequilter7499 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing!!!
@maddiecedeno8989 3 ай бұрын
Thank you for this info…I am new quilter…as in thinking (more like over thinking)about my project!
@thesimplequilter7499 3 ай бұрын
You are so welcome!
@karenbrunette6314 11 ай бұрын
I found faultless at Home Depot cheaper than the grocery store. In a pinch I’ve also used the starch at dollar tree I’ve also made my own starch love your videos
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
Thanks Karen!
@bjatnip3217 11 ай бұрын
I’ve never starch first I’ve been wanting to try it I’m new been sewing for a year and learning a lot thanks for sharing
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
You’re welcome 😊
@5lsmith 11 ай бұрын
I’ve been on the fence with spray starch so thank you for the liquid starch review and demo. Currently I am using Best Press and I do like that. I am a newbie and working on my first quilt. Thank you for your videos.
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
You are most welcome! Just remember even Best Press and steam will shrink your fabric.
@saramccool4899 11 ай бұрын
Thank you tons! I will have to find my drying rack! Hope i didn't get rid of it lol
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
Enjoy!
@CEQuine340 11 ай бұрын
Thank you for showing different kinds of products for starching. I did buy the liquid starch, but haven't used it yet. I have only used the spray from Walmart. I'm thinking that when I have a big batch of starching to do, the liquid looks like the best for me. Love your channel and knowledge. Keep it coming...please! 🙂
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
You are so welcome! I’m so glad you are enjoying my videos!
@francesrivera3569 11 ай бұрын
Another great "tips" video! I havent got into pre-starching quite yet, except for one more recently. I Best Pressed the dickins out of a bunch of fat quarters prior to running through my Accuquilt. Definitely not cost effective! My plan is to buy starch and a dedicated misting bottle create my own potion, such as your dunking method, then spray like you did, and like I did with those fat quarters. Thanks for your videos!
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
You are welcome!
@connieking9873 11 ай бұрын
One thing to consider with spray in the bottle you get much less than using liquid like sta-flo you can saturate your material with a hand held atomomizer spray bottle just as well as with an aerosols can and you don’t have the issue of using aerosols. I love the sta-flo when I have starched my fabric. I mix half and half. My main thing is when I first sprayed I sprayed like I used to when starching our clothes. Made a mess as was wet. Letting fabric dry is a must. Have to say I am liking the starching. I haven’t saturated and not sure I will but I do see a difference with what I have done. I also have the best press and I also like it. For me it is a matter of cost.
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
Great points! Thanks for sharing!
@connieking9873 9 ай бұрын
@@MyJuki7363 I do not use best press to pre starch only to set my finished block or stubborn wrinkles
@annolsen8276 11 ай бұрын
Thank you for all the great advice. Sounds like spraying would be time consuming and expensive. Soaking the fabric in the water/starch mixture sounds like the way to go. The update on what others thought was nice, I like to do aplique with the adhesive and didn't know it would be an issue with starched fabric. Not a fan of hand sewing, but it was good to have that knowledge. Thank you again. Very informative.
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
You are most welcome!
@melbacaskey9906 11 ай бұрын
I use stay flow mixed and put in a spray bottle works great
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
Good to know!
@tammyeaton4791 5 ай бұрын
So far, I really like faultless spray starch in the luxe finish. I also use Maryellen’s best press to relax the fibers before starching.
@thesimplequilter7499 5 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing!!
@cindyweber9846 11 ай бұрын
I would put a tray or container under the drying rack to catch the starch that drips off the fabric. Put the run off back into your starch container.
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
I do put a towel under the rack when I starch in the garage. I don't have many drips.
@ryansterner5101 11 ай бұрын
I personally love to starch and sew with stay flow. But I don’t soak in a tub and let air dry. I’m to impatient for that. I mix together inside a spray bottle. The best spray bottle I have found is an empty used Mr. Clean mist bottle. My other bottle clogged up and I need a new one quickly so I tried it. I’m very happy to report that my recycled spray bottle has not clogged an I have been using the same bottle for 2 years. I soak with the fine mist Mr Clean Spray Bottle on the back of the fabric and smooth out with my hand and then iron. With light pressure. If you end up using the Mr. Clean spray bottle take off the plastic label. It’s clear underneath and you can see your starch mixture. Also I don’t measure Stay Flow and admit that I rarely do 50-50. I it’s properly more 60 stay flow and 40 water. Also it’s fine in bottle I haven’t had a problem with starch going bad or clogging up sprayer. Hope this helps. I love your channel and I know how you like to reuse and recycle things around the house. P. S. Flakes don’t usually happen to me I think the smoothing by hand before ironing helps and I iron on wrong side of fabric
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing! Great tips!
@orapronobis2149 4 ай бұрын
Handquilting the spray type has not been a concern. Just a light hand is suggested. Definitely protect your surfaces with a spray starch because your floor becomes slippery too. If you use it near your ironing board have a bit of wax paper handy to rub your hot iron to help keep it smooth or clean. If badly gunked up the wad up tinfoil with iron hot iron over it to clean. Just be mindful that you are not damaging your iron. We all have our own techniques and love seeing the sharing.
@thesimplequilter7499 4 ай бұрын
Great ideas! Thank you so much for sharing!
@tblack4719 11 ай бұрын
Yes, don’t “wring.” I made that mistake and wringing can distort the fabric grain. I also prefer using StaFlo liquid. Thanks for videos!
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
Yes!
@diannplatt-roberts8692 3 ай бұрын
I put my liquid starch in a spray bottle instead of dipping my fabric in a container of starch. Haven’t used on large pieces so far. Your method looks good.
@thesimplequilter7499 3 ай бұрын
I have started using a garden sprayer when I have a lot to starch!
@YomeidaGarza-ku4dx 2 ай бұрын
YES IT DOES FOR ME I USE THE SPRAY STARCH ON MY TURN APL. IT WORKS BEAUITY
@thesimplequilter7499 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
@deborah1555 11 ай бұрын
Really good video. Stay flow is a corn starch product that could attract bugs to your finished quilt.....so I've heard. Washing after the quilt is complete should alleviate this, I hope. Either way, I would love to hear from a fabric historian on this. Any of you out there who could comment???
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
Deborah, I personally don’t think the starch will attract bugs unless the place you store your quilts already has a bug issue. I have never heard a quilter say this was an issue. That is just my opinion though. Most of my quilts are made to be used so they will get washed.
@user-qp6lx8zc9j 4 ай бұрын
Thank you for investigating work you did for all of us. I was taught to spray the starch on the back of the fabric so this is what I do. I use stiff starch if I am cutting fabric on the bias such as hexes. I also use a plastic table cloth to spray the starch on the fabric. They are cheap and reusable a few times. Quick question - can I starch a long length of fabric with StaFlo in the rinse cycle of my washing machine? I heard this once, but afraid to try it. Thank you again.
@thesimplequilter7499 4 ай бұрын
I love your idea of using plastic table clothes!!! Then we can just wipe them off!!! I have never heard of starching in a washing machine. Personally, I would not try it because I am not sure what that much liquid starch would do to the washing machine tubes/drains and the drain pipes in our house. It may not even be an issue, but I am not willing to try it to find out! LOL! Let me know what you think!
@JudithBrummett 11 ай бұрын
I starch on any surface I can find outside on my deck. I find that a towel draped over the railing works great. And yes, I let air dry completely draped all over the pattio furniture. I have never had any issues with bleeding colors or dripping or anything like that. I also use binding clips to slip to my porch awning if it isn't too windy. I buy whatever brand that is sold at $General bc it is cheap. lol I do like the heavy kind though.
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
Starching on your patio is a great idea! I like the heavier starch also!
@deborahlunsford6983 11 ай бұрын
Great video. Very informative. I will definately try starching. The comments too are interesting. My question is what about after. Do you wash your quilts after to get the starch out? Should we be worried about bugs? Thanks again Michelle.
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
Deborah, I personally don't think you have to worry about bugs unless you have an infestation of silverfish, carpet beetles, ants, crickets or cockroaches. This is a concern in some areas. I was afraid to pre-starch because of bugs; however, I have not heard one quilter who pre-starches mention an issue with bugs. Now, I will take my chance because I like pre-starching. Once you wash your quilt, the starch will be gone. I think it is important to keep a good eye on our stored quilts by refolding them, inspecting them on occasion, and keeping them clean.
@annreynolds4590 9 ай бұрын
I soak lightest first to darkest colors in Staflo. The darker colors can bleed. I plan on trying putting it in a spray bottle as some have suggested.
@thesimplequilter7499 9 ай бұрын
Great idea! Thanks for sharing!
@sandrastreifel6452 12 күн бұрын
That Rustoleum handle looks great! I must look around here is anyone has them!
@thesimplequilter7499 11 күн бұрын
Enjoy!
@barbarawiedrich9699 7 ай бұрын
Once I found a tutorial about the liquid sta flo starch I never looked back. Cheap and environmentally safer than aerosol cans which I refuse to buy. Thank you for NOT choosing an aerosol over the liquid you are being smart.
@thesimplequilter7499 7 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
@margaretderen2082 9 ай бұрын
I have been a spray can pre-starcher for almost 40 years. Recently I saw a tutorial recommending diluted liquid StaFlo, saturating fabric, hanging to dry, and then steam pressing. First of all, I never realized how erratic the canned spray pattern was until I held fabric up - sections wet, other areas missed entirely. The other issue was the annoying routine of ironing the starch wet areas dry (with the inevitable sticking). Inhaling spray was a concern. Lastly was the cost. On the other side, my old hands can’t manage the hand-squeeze pump bottles of off-the-shelf liquid starch pump sprayers. I bought a bottle of StaFlo for $4 at Walmart, diluted it half & half, and put it in a garden pressure pump sprayer. I hang fabric, give it a good spray, let it dry, and steam press. I’ll never go back to my old way.
@thesimplequilter7499 9 ай бұрын
What do you hang your fabric on? I think you should always do what works for you! I like the Staflo method. I will consider the garden pressure pump sprayer! Thanks for sharing!
@kathygist6488 11 ай бұрын
I'm just beginning my quilting journey. I am wondering about cutting and starching background fabric . Do you cut the background into 1/2 yard or 1 yard or other size sections prior to starching, or do you leave it in the original yardage piece and starch the entire piece at one time? BTW, great video, as usual. You are quickly becoming my "go to" person to learn from - you are very knowledgeable and explain techniques in an easy way. Thank you!
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
I think that you will have to try to see what works best for you. If you are doing a large amount of starching you could do a yard or more at a time. I have only down fat quarters and smaller longer pieces and just did them all at once. Thanks for watching my channel and thanks for taking the time to comment! I'm glad you are enjoying my videos!
@sandrapisano3667 9 ай бұрын
Great tips. I understand how to spray starch if i'm using fat quarters. Lay the fat quarter down and spray the whole fat quarter. But what about if I have 1 yard of fabric and I have to cut several sizes out. Do I spray the whole yard? Or do i cut a 4-1/2 cut bigger. Such as cut out a 5" piece of starched fabric and then cut it to the correct size.
@thesimplequilter7499 9 ай бұрын
You can do it either way.
@scrappinvt 6 ай бұрын
I just starching my fabric this way, after watching your video. Would you also starch batik fabric this way? thanks for this video.
@thesimplequilter7499 6 ай бұрын
I don't use batiks much at all....I really guess I would unless I was worried about the dye not being stable.
@shadysusan1272 11 ай бұрын
I use sta-flo in a spray bottle and use just like any spray starch.
@loriweibel3521 11 ай бұрын
I do the same. You can then adjust the amount of stiffness.
@rhondajones2594 11 ай бұрын
I use a spray bottle with sta-flo also but I saw a comment that she uses a pressure sprayer sounds good to me. Easier on these old hands 👐
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
Great idea!
@Ez2beholli 11 ай бұрын
I love your drying rack! ❤ Once you mix your STA-FLO starch with water, have you ever poured it into a spray bottle and then just sprayed your fabric with it? For example say, like a touch up on a finished quilt block??
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
No I haven't. I was afraid the spray starch would settle. I was also afraid the nozzle would get clogged. Does that work for you? I will put an Amazon link in the video description for the drying rack if you are interested.
@deafsetter 11 ай бұрын
@@thesimplequilter7499 I have put diluted 1/3 ratio Sta Flo in a spray bottle for quick starching or refreshing. Works great. My normal procedure is as you do with dunking in bowl of starch. I hang in shower area with string crisscrossing the area. Makes for interesting positions when taking a shower. I think I'll have to get a drying rack like yours. Thanks for the link.
@connieking9873 11 ай бұрын
I mix my Staflo half starch half water. Put into spray bottle. You need to shake it up after it sits awhile. I spray,allow to dry, iron and set to go. I haven’t soaked.
@MorMorKat 9 ай бұрын
Thank you for your informative videos! Just one question. Years ago I heard that fabrics that are starched attract damaging bugs but that Best Press doesn’t. I suppose washing the completed quilt might take care of it, but I confess that I sometimes have long-term ufos 🤭 Any thoughts?
@DaphneWagnon 6 ай бұрын
Question.... Does the StaFlo starch method you used here replace your washing machine prewashing and machine drying?
@thesimplequilter7499 6 ай бұрын
I do not pre-wash my fabric.
@karenferri9074 11 ай бұрын
I have been using the sta-flo 50/50 and think it works great my only issue is when plaids or stripes dry the lines get distorted. I use a rack like yours and try to hang the fabric straight as possible but that has not worked to solve the problem. do you have any suggestions to help with this? I just found your channel and really enjoy your straight forward clear and informative style. Thank you!
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
Karen, You can just lay our fabric flat to dry. That may help. Also be careful not to wring out the starch. That could be distorting your fabric.
@karenferri9074 11 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for the suggestions. Will definitely try laying the fabric flat to dry. @@thesimplequilter7499
@wandadibble5426 8 ай бұрын
The plaid or. striped pattern, if printed may be off grain. If that's problem then you forget about the grainline and match pattern.
@phaleen 8 ай бұрын
Thank you! I heard that if you starch precuts, like layer cakes, etc., they will shrink on one side of the fabric only. Not sure if it was the straight of the grain or not. But one side shrinks. Have you experienced this?
@thesimplequilter7499 8 ай бұрын
The fabric shrinks on the crosswise grain. That is why you only see shrinkage one “one side”. It shrinks on both sides of crosswise grain.
@dianehuntley2493 11 ай бұрын
I have learned that precut layer cuts-cake layers and charm squares. Shrinks way too much. A hard lesson😊
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
Yes, those should not be pre starched or pre washed.
@peggersf9709 11 ай бұрын
Kimberly Jolly from Fat Quarter Shop shows on their KZfaq channel how she starches. I also air dry mine in my shower. Easy clean up
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
@sandrastreifel6452 12 күн бұрын
I hang on the shower rod, but a drying rack could fit in the tub. For precuts you can’t wash, I love soaking them with starch, drying and steam ironing, the way Kimberly does, but fat quarters and bigger, I pre wash and starch.
@Kimitis 10 ай бұрын
Have you tried using a foam paint roller to apply the liquid starch?
@thesimplequilter7499 10 ай бұрын
No I haven’t…but that is a very interesting way to apply it!!! Very creative!!
@chickad5820 Ай бұрын
Starches can clog up your septic tank over time or your drains. Be sure to not layer your starched fabrics. I had bleeding before I could take it to the drying rack. Ruined one fabric everywhere it touched other fabrics and it was corrals, cream and a tan. I was using batiks so could use it for scrap projects but not in the quilt I was working on. The coral bled as pink. Better to have done it then and not when giving as a gift it was meant for. Shows projects need washed as well before gifting.
@thesimplequilter7499 Ай бұрын
I have experienced the same with layering a fabric when starching. I did not realize one was touching two others on my rack and it ruined them. I have had more issues this past year with fabrics bleeding than any other time in my quilting life, and yes some quilt shop fabrics can and do bleed.
@andreawalker2535 6 ай бұрын
Hello! Do you starch and keep the fabric in your stash, or you starch for a specific project?
@thesimplequilter7499 6 ай бұрын
I starch for specific projects.
@dianebecker1419 11 ай бұрын
I was given precut package of quilts squares do I starch them I have never starch quilts peices before
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
Personally, I would not pre-starch precuts if I needed the full square because they will shrink.
@jenmckitrick 11 ай бұрын
Does your starching cause the fabric to shrink? If so, how much?
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
Yes it does. Cotton fabrics will shrink up to 5% on occasion so me will shrink up to 10%
@sandracedar368 11 ай бұрын
I know quilters who starch all of their quilting cottons, & others who don't. It's sort of like “to prewash or not to prewash?” Kimberly Jolly (Fat Quarter Shop) is a definite believer in searching. I saw a video she did sometime ago, showing how she starches. She uses one of her bathrooms to hang her fabrics - everywhere! It’s very interesting. One of the positive attributes is, as you said, it’s easier to handle. It also pre-shrinks the fabrics. I would not shrink any small pieces (less than fat quarters) - especially for kits. My concern would be that there would be an issue with adequate fabric - how do we know that the company that makes these kits took into consideration that some of us may starch and others may not? That shrinkage could pose a real problem. I like the products you've chosen. I think my overall choice would be “Sta Flo.” Do you have any thoughts on my comment? I appreciate you so much. THANK YOU🫶
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
I would be hesitant to pre-starch fabric from a kit because of shrinkage. I also would be afraid of not having enough fabric.
@nancylyman5192 8 ай бұрын
Do you starch your backing if you have starched all the fabric for the quilt top?
@thesimplequilter7499 8 ай бұрын
I do not plan to.
@carolcthomas8432 11 ай бұрын
I have never "heavily starched" and curious to how rotary cutting is with heavy starched fabric??? Blades go through smoother??? blade wear time???
@lindyb78 11 ай бұрын
I have found the blade cut is smoother
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
I think it drastically improves accuracy with cutting. I don't know how blades do with it.
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
Me too!
@dorothyferrigno6386 7 ай бұрын
Should I pre wash fabric before starching it?
@thesimplequilter7499 7 ай бұрын
I don’t but many quilters do.
@sheilamoran763 11 ай бұрын
I have been quilting for 30+ years and while I do use Stay Flo in a fine mist bottle I have never dipped it as you showed. What is the advantage to doing this? And while you mention various reasons not to use starch , you never actually say in what instances you do use it for. Could you please elaborate? I’m thinking Lone Star or other biased cut blocks but would like your thoughts. Thanks for the video 👏
@sheilamoran763 11 ай бұрын
After I asked, I went to your channel and saw that you did a video on why to pre starch. My apologies for not checking sooner though it may be beneficial to reiterate some of the points or reference that video so people understand why you are recommending pre starching. I just found you and will check out all your videos before butting in with silly redundant comments. Thanks again!
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
I think pre-starching would help when working with bias edges; however, you will still need to handle your fabric very gently and press gently. Also, be careful how you lift it if it is going to be a big quilt.
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
Don't hesitate to ask any question! I enjoy getting them! Thanks for watching my videos!
@michellegarraway2214 11 ай бұрын
Question - Can you save the remaining liquid starch mix for a future starching session? Or, do you pour it down the drain? I wouldn't want to waste anything given the cost of life these days.
@doyoder2776 11 ай бұрын
I use a funnel and pour it back in my bottle. I reuse it over.
@connieking9873 11 ай бұрын
I mix and keep in spray bottle until it is used up then wash out the bottle and refill. I have never had any problems. You have to shake up as it does separate.
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
I try to be careful and try to use it all. Another viewer said it could clog drains and I read that also after receiving that comment so I will not be pouring mine down the drain. I think I am going to designate a spray bottle just for the left over and try using the remaining in it. I have not tried it yet. I think I will use the mister bottles. The starch may clog any spray bottle up. I won't know until I try. Great questions!
@roseswalls3468 8 ай бұрын
Hey Michelle, I have a question for you...not really pertaining to this video. But hope you don't mind me asking it here. I am pretty sure I remember that you use Mary Ellen's Best Press sometimes. My question is, have you ever put it in your mist spray bottle. I wondered if it sprayed through it without clogging up the nozzle. I am tempted to try because the best press spray bottle just sprays too much.
@thesimplequilter7499 8 ай бұрын
Yes! I put it in my misting bottle all the time! It works great and has never clogged up!!
@roseswalls3468 8 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for the quick reply...I didn't think it would but did not want to.ruin it without having another on hand. But after I ask, I thought even if it did I could probably have soaked it in hot water and cleared it out.
@jmc-xp6ml 2 ай бұрын
Are bugs going to be attracted to eating the starched fabric?
@thesimplequilter7499 2 ай бұрын
I always thought that would be an issue; however, from what I have read, that will only be an problem if you have a big problem already with those bugs in your area. I have never heard a quilter say they had a bug problem in their fabric due to pre-starching. The starch will come out as soon as you wash the quilt. I also think it is wise to keep the bug populations at bay in your house and quilt room. I hope this helps! Thanks for watching!
@patimcferran47 11 ай бұрын
Do you just put the left over Sta-flo starch down the drain?
@mariegibson6701 11 ай бұрын
No, I filter it and put it in a separate empty starch bottle marked “mixed”. Starch will clog pipes.
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
I diluted it more with water and poured it down the drain. Perhaps I should put it in a spray bottle; however, I used regular tap water and it will get slimy. I did not realize starch could clog drains. I will research to see how to best dispose of it.
@helenpeddycord2241 11 ай бұрын
@@thesimplequilter7499- I use a distilled or spring water from Walmart or Dollar store to mix mine. Prevents the “slime” that comes from tap water. The water I purchase is under $1. Great to have on hand for refilling my irons.
@jackiebeck1427 11 ай бұрын
Love your show! Thanks for the great info. I use spray starch, but I will give the sta-Flo a try! Your info answered some of the questions I have had with my block shrinkage!
@doyoder2776 11 ай бұрын
I funnel it back into an empty jug,, mark it "mixed" and reuse
@conniel.4601 6 ай бұрын
Did you wash your fabrics before starching?
@thesimplequilter7499 6 ай бұрын
No
@conniel.4601 6 ай бұрын
@@thesimplequilter7499 oh good, thanks.
@user-dv5zv1zu6d 11 ай бұрын
What do you do when you have very large pieces of fabric?
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
You can cut into smaller more manageable pieces (1 yard cuts) unless you need the full length.
@brennadotson4054 8 ай бұрын
Do you starch your backing fabric?
@thesimplequilter7499 8 ай бұрын
For small projects yes. I have not had any of my larger quilt tops quilted yet. I do not think I will. Anyone else have any other thoughts?
@Stacy-iu6ch 11 ай бұрын
Might as well wash it too. It seems like the same work.
@thesimplequilter7499 11 ай бұрын
I have never been one to prewash fabric, but I may start! I have had a couple of my quilts bleed and it ruins all the hard work I did making it!
@teresamattox9524 9 ай бұрын
@@thesimplequilter7499 Have you ever used Retayne to set the colors. I haven't tried it before but I bought some Kaffe Fassett fabric that has a lot of pinks in it and was wondering if I should try that. I don't prewash but always wash my quilts after they're finished. This will be a gift so I'd hate for the fabric to run.
@YomeidaGarza-ku4dx 2 ай бұрын
I USE SPRAY SGrch all thd th ime n no promble sith it
@thesimplequilter7499 2 ай бұрын
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