TO MAKE STARCH.

Observer, Volume 7, Issue 337, 23 May 1885, Page 6

TO MAKE STARCH.

Put two tablespoonfuls of starcli into a large basinvpour over it half a pint of cold water, and stir well until it is thoroughly mixed smoothly and free from all lumps ; then take the basin to the fire, and whilst the water is actually boiling add one quart, stirring all the time. If made properly in this manner, tht starch requires no more boiling ; but should the water not be boiling when added to the starch it will not thicken, aud must then be poured into a clean saucepan, and stirred until it boils over a clear fire. Then strain it into a clean basin, cover it up to prevent a skin forming on the top, aud when cool enough starcli the things ; if you want to give a smooth, glossy appearance to the linen, stir in it two or three times a large wax candle ; this also prevents the iron from sticking. Shirts and collars should be starched in cold starch made as follows: Allow 4oz. starch to one quart of water, pouring at first only a little of the water on; then add the rest, stirring all the time ;' strain and use. j Shirts and collars should be dried before starching ; the starch should be well rubbed into them, and- they should be ironed as soon asjMgible after the st«*ctiing.