Doily Sugar Starch
Transform your delicate crafts and fabrics with this timeless recipe for Doily Sugar Starch, a simple yet effective solution for adding structure and crispness to intricate designs. Made with just two pantry staples—granulated sugar and water—this DIY starch is perfect for giving lace doilies or fine fabric items a polished, professional finish. In just 15 minutes, you'll create a crystal-clear mixture that enhances the beauty of your textiles by preserving their intricate patterns and defined edges. Whether you're preparing décor for special occasions or restoring heirloom pieces, this natural, budget-friendly solution is a must-have for craft and fabric enthusiasts. Plus, with easy storage and reuse options, it’s as convenient as it is ingenious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 2 cups Water
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine 4 tablespoons of granulated sugar with 2 cups of water.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir the mixture continuously to dissolve the sugar completely.
Once the sugar is fully dissolved, bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Allow it to simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the solution slightly thickens and becomes clear.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sugar starch solution cool to room temperature.
Place your clean doilies or delicate fabric items into the cooled sugar starch solution, ensuring they are fully submerged.
Gently wring out any excess solution and lay the items flat on a clean towel. Shape and smooth them as desired, taking care to define edges and patterns.
Allow the items to air dry completely. Once dry, they will hold their shape and have a crisp texture.
Store any leftover sugar starch solution in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Stir the mixture before reuse if it separates.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
190 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 14 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.0 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 29 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 0 mg | 0% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
