This gloop is magic for spun cotton ✨️ learn to make old-fashioned starch mix for cotton ornaments

Hello everyone,
Today's video is very quick - I wanted you all to have a chance to make this amazing corn or potato starch mix before I post the ornament make-alongs later this week - and let's be very honest, the other videos are long enough on their own, without adding this little segment of cooking the starch (Haha, grimace)
I really do think this starch is worth the time (which is minimal) - I have had so much fun working with it and I promise for those of you who struggle getting sticky with the glue and cotton, this will solve that problem for you! yay! so please do give it a try.
I'll be back very soon with the holiday ornament make-alongs and in the meantime I wish you happy cooking!
xo, Rosanna
#craftwithme #diycrafts #cottoncraft
to make the starch mix:
mix one tablespoon of cornstarch (corn flour) or potato starch (tapioca starch might also work but I haven't tried it) with one tablespoon water
bring one cup of water to a boil in a small saucepan
reduce heat and leave water at a simmer
add one spoonful of starch mix at a time, stirring until clear and dissolved
do this with all the starch mix, the mixture should be the thickness of egg whites
remove from heat and let cool, put in jar or other container and keep refrigerated between uses
follow my art on Instagram and tag me @rosannadellart if you share what you make using these make-alongs 😊 I love to see what you create!
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[@samstruys3088]

Hi Rosanna I have OCD. I'm 51 years old and have a severe Anxiety Disorder which has robbed me from ever having a job, having kids and which made me live like a recluse for many many years. As I'm typing this, my gands are cracked from washing them too much. I have so often said I would just start a KZbin channel but I'm always stuck. No tripod, no lighting, no phone who could make the lovely footage you make, highly insecure and no real concept. You are doing a fantastic job. Take it from me. Your voice is as that of a girl of 18 in a field filled with flowers and you don't look much older. A slow voice? That's a positive thing in this day and age. A simple approach, meaning no camera angle changing every 3 seconds? Finally!!!! This is accessible, pleasant, friendly, creative and lovely. If you read comments that complain... read how sadly short- sighted, short on empathy and patience these people are. People who say rude things while sitting and watching the other doing things... those people are either frustrated, compensating or plain sad nasty people.... Likely less of that latter group. But read all the comments if you want but focus and remember those which are nice. Much obliged for your videos. I say all this based on some of what you said in other videos but wasn't sure if it was better to write this in your last 1. 1 question, won't this glue mold at some point? Have a great day everyone.... 😊.

[@sarahyates6055]

Presumably a), that’s why Rosanna only recommends making it in small batches at a time and secondly b), presumably keeping it in a jar in the fresh helps keep it “fresh”. I was actually going to ask how long it will keep in the fridge for?

[@Rosannamakes]

Hello, thank you for writing and sharing your experience so openly. I understand anxiety and also OCD very well and I know it can completely consume someone's life. I really appreciate you commenting because it helps me to know that you find my videos helpful and also that some people actually don't enjoy short, well-edited, "slick" content 🤭 -- but more importantly, others might recognize themselves or parts of themselves in what you share and feel less alone or find some help in what you say. So I really do thank you for all the kind things you said about me and the videos but also for being very honest and real. I love that about this little community, we are here for the real things. ❤ Oh and the cornstarch and mold issue - yes it will spoil at some point. I haven't had it do that in the fridge yet but my feeling is that it would be just fine for at least two weeks if kept cold between uses.. someone said they read 5 days somewhere but I haven't seen any rule written by anyone that I would consider an "expert." I added some drop of orange and clove essential oils to mine for the scent but in theory, that might also help prevent spoilage for a bit longer.

[@Rosannamakes]

​@sarahyates6055 I've had some in my fridge for over two weeks and it still seems fine, I mean I can't tell that it's any different in color or cloudiness or odor.. but I don't have any source to consult about shelf life so far. I googled but didn't find anything specific..

[@sarahyates6055]

@@Rosannamakesoooohhhh orange and clove, bet that smells good. Pine and eucalyptus would be good in Christmas makes too!

[@cheekyllamacreations]

Hi Sam, Just wanted to say I love your comment. Sending best wishes from Australia 🌷 ...and Rosanna's reply :)

[@beckihaff5151]

Watching, learning , and making spun cotton creation in order to teach basic skills to a class. I have been learning old crafting to introduce them back to newer generations.

[@maryminjares2389]

Hi Rosanna! I am SO excited! I discovered your videos about a month ago and have watched and watched and WATCHED! I haven’t made anything yet but I think I have everything I need. I just made a batch of the cornstarch solution and I made an armature out of some too-thin floral wire but I tripled it up and I think it will be ok. I am making a “doll” first. I can’t get it out of my mind so I feel like it’s what I’m being “called” to do. I’m making a little figure of the Blessed Virgin Mary - Our Lady of Fatima, I think. Your videos are so sweet, calming, homey, safe, and inviting. Thank you for sharing yourself and your gifts!

[@AllisonTucker]

You introduced me to the art of spun cotton and I'm now in the process of making a big batch of Christmas ornaments. In my research I discovered the use of the cornstarch binder. I love how affordable it is, how easy it is to whip up, and I absolutely love how it handles. Thank you for providing the clearest instructions for making the binder that I've come across. I'm excited to see all of your beautiful creations.

[@Rosannamakes]

Oh thank you, I'm so glad it has been helpful for you! And so happy you're loving spun cotton ❤

[@cynthiapalmer3502]

Just when I was already overwhelmed with craft ideas of my own. I came across you! Now I'm in more trouble 😂. What a great discovery 💗

[@Rosannamakes]

Hahaha I know what you mean, this can all wait...

[@cynthiapalmer3502]

@Rosannamakes Crafting is my medicine of choice

[@cheekyllamacreations]

Same here, Cynthia! 😂

[@chickadeeacres3864]

@@cynthiapalmer3502 same here! Just started playing with polymer clays and this popped into my feed hahaha!

[@cynthiapalmer3502]

@@chickadeeacres3864 I really would love to put all my ideas into action. Maybe if I clone myself 🤔😉

[@dxmbpuppi5389]

I’ve forever struggled to hyperfocus on a craft. Thank you for bringing this to my life. My grandmother remembers doing this as a kid and I can’t wait to bring some of my creations to her 🥰

[@bela6535]

I just started following you and you are amazing

[@dawnhutchinson2832]

Thank you, you cane along at just the right time! I ordered cotton, wire, and pipecleaners so that I can learn this new art. I cannot wait to get started.

[@dianemccarthy5931]

she starts making the mixture at 5:11

[@shirleyjordan2978]

I love your videos and would love to get your book and also purchase your starter packs. Please let me know where I may get these. I thank you for what you do

[@jakea1035]

It may help to know that a couple of drops of essential oil, I use clove oil, assists to preserve your glue and keep starch eating bugs away from your work.

[@dejewa]

Thank you! I always use acrylic paint and imaging that seals everything out…but maybe not😮. I’ll start adding clove or maybe lavender to mine - thank goodness I have both!

[@llamasugar5478]

What a good idea! I use cloves to keep the bunnies away from my flowers in summer, and love the scent. Does the oil add any color?

[@Rosannamakes]

This was such a good idea I added orange and clove right away, thank you! ❤

[@Rosannamakes]

​@@llamasugar5478I added several drops of clove and orange oil. The clove is colorless, the orange would have a slight color if you used a lot but it didn't affect the color for me.

[@llamasugar5478]

@ Thanks!

[@nessiemonstercrafts]

Wow thank you so much! My mind is whirling with the possibilities I could use it for. I had vaguely heard of this before but I never knew how to make it, and now I do. YAY! Thank you P.S. your tiny vintage saucepan is SO cute!

[@franzrogar]

Have you ever tried "bookbinder's glue" or "nori paste"? Both are historical glues used, the former for bookbinding (hide glue) and the latter (starch paste) for printmaking/paper restoration. I don't think it will be strong enough, but MC (methyl-cellulose, what makes the bulk of paper) might be useful too, as I use it to stiff my origami paper models.

[@Optimist788]

Congratulations on writing and illustrating your book can’t wait to place my order🥳Not me making the paste along with you, so looking forward to the make along videos! As always TYFS❤

[@nautycrowfarmsstudios9424]

Thank you for your inspiration!

[@justcasey5228]

Second video in the last handful of days to recommend making paste, so I’m going to take the hint and try! My daughter has fallen in love with ducks lately after a trip to a local farm/park, and I’m planning on following along to make her a duck for her annual ornament. ❤

[@MaryThompson-c2o]

I'm enjoying making my grandkids each a spun cotton ornament for christmas, Its going well so far. I experimented. I found out something interesting. I'm making some little snow bunnies, and found some popcorn ceiling patch I had only used a little of and I put it on a snow bunny and its awesome, I'm going to add some glitter to it as well. I have some potatoes I don't think will be eaten I'm going to see if I can make starch from it, seems like fun.

[@janethannam2766]

I tried the white glue way and found myself chucking it all . Thank you for this !

[@bettieLoves]

I’m new at making spun cotton ornaments and I agree with you, it’s best to experiment with both methods, one is good for certain applications and the other is good for something else, I’ve used both glues and my favorite is the corn starch because I have found it easier to mold with. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@carlaburgoon744]

I stumbled across your channel and videos recently. I am totally intrigued by all your adorable spun cotton animal ornaments. While I am a maker of all sorts of crafts, I have never attempted anything in the sculpting area. I kept thinking about it after watching more of your videos and decided to bite the bullet and give it a try after the new year. I have a small box assembled with all the necessary accoutrements and can't wait to give it a try! 🐁🐑🐇🐓🦢 Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! 🌲🎄🎅🎄🌲

[@elizabethespada6319]

Congratulations on your book. Would love to be able to order one. Can't wait to see you make the geese and ducks❤

[@mariajoseguerreiro9119]

I have seen some crafters making this gorgeous cotton Christhmas ornaments. I came across your channel. Woww. 🥰 Thank you so much for sharing. I am going to give it a tray. Take care.❤

[@catherinewells2480]

I made some toadstools a few weeks ago and used cornstarch and got on with it much better than using diluted glue. It is easy to make and although it doesnt keep too long in the fridge it is very inexpensive. I will definitely make it again.

[@wiotawool6374]

love the gloop, been using it for over a year... I use a rice starch, but have used corn or potato also... Also wanted to comment on your use of the pillow stuffing cotton that you gave a link to on Amazon. LOVE THAT STUFF! It changed my quality of work instantly by using it as a top cotton coat. Thanks so much for the tip on that.

[@pdmullgirl]

Hello! This is only the second video I’ve seen of yours. I make and use this homemade cornstarch paste in my junk journaling and paper crafts. Lately, well this past year anyway, that is the “crafting” I’ve been into. But I want to try my hand at these spun cotton projects. I make my paste in a one to eight parts ratio. One part water, eight parts cornstarch. Takes just a few minutes to make. Thank you for your posts. I’ve enjoyed watching. ❤️💜💚

[@sarahyates6055]

@@pdmullgirl hi there we’re wondering how long it lasts in the fridge for? Some worrying about it going mouldy? What is your experience and especially in junk journaling with different media’s. Thank you

[@suburbanartistry]

That's really interesting. Do you paint it on with a brush? Are there any issues to look out for? I'd love to try that

[@pdmullgirl]

@ I haven’t really ever painted on/over it. I just started using it in my journaling and I usually use it to make a page or cover in my journal. I’ll give it a try and let you know. ❤️💜💚

[@kathleenellison6869]

Rosanna you always blow my mind with your creativity

[@Rosannamakes]

Hahaha you're clever 🤭

[@austenspapertree8429]

So lovely to hear your enthusiasm. ❤

[@MildaMade]

ooooh! A very long time ago, I was in this amazing shop in Italy. Their visual displays were amazing. They had cut out pieces of some of the larger flowers in a lace fabric, and told me that they had used a cornstarch paste like this one to semi permanently adhere them to the wall. The effect was spectacular, and I loved the natural and semi permanent aspect of this old-fashioned wallpaper paste. I had always thought I could do the same in my rental apartment, but had completely forgotten abt it until now. So, not only can I now make cotton ornaments, but have a homemade wallpaper paste to experiment with! Thanks for sharing.

[@suburbanartistry]

I wonder how they would go about removing it if they wanted

[@MildaMade]

@@suburbanartistry ,I think I remember them telling me that they just sprayed them with water, let it soak in, and it was relatively easy to remove. But....i havent tested it yet, so not sure!

[@AmaranthineLove]

I always feel inspired to get back into making spun cotton ornaments when I see your posts and videos. Thank you for sharing. P.S. Do you mind sharing the music you use? Especially around the 5 minute mark?

[@AlyssaAleksanian]

Ive just found your channel and you have filled me with such inspiration and joy. Thank you!!!!

[@MaryThompson-c2o]

there are videos on how to make your own potato starch. I have some tates that are getting eyes in the fridge--and decided that I'll eat them, but use the potatoe water to make starch. Looks pretty simple and you can get alot of it, you do use just a little bit of cornstarch along with the potato water. Here's one video

[@rozanidesignsmasquerade7050]

Delightful❣️👍😍

[@kristenstocker1381]

yay! i had already bought cornstarch planning on this way since i want to move toward more natural art supplies. love you!

[@rosaelinav8036]

Wow thank you so much for your recipes ❤ adorable ornament ❤

[@Rosannamakes]

You're so welcome! ❤ and thank you ❤

[@michele3051]

Merci beaucoup, vos créations sont magnifiques Merci pour le conseil de votre mixture, ça à l'air génial, moi qui désespérait avec la colle melangée à l’eau. ❤❤❤ Vous êtes sans doute une vieille âme

[@wendywalker3598]

Those ducks are adorable (as are all your characters). Well done on publishing the book, your illustrations are beautiful and I’m sure the story is too. Will you be creating a video of you reading it aloud too so children can follow along? I just wondered as you have such a lovely, soothing voice. It would make the perfect bedtime story, unless something tragic happens to the poor ducks that may bring on a nightmare😂 I’m just wondering if the cornstarch will deteriorate over time or attract bugs, react to damp or temperature change. In the UK we get such varied weather that some craft materials don’t hold up. I’m still going to give it a try as I find the glue a bit sticky. TYFS ❤

[@nocomment4642]

This is a wonderful craft that I am really enjoying.Thank you for your inspiring videos and chat.

[@littlewolf4737]

I can't wait! Love everything you do! I am dying to get your book. I have been wanting the pie recipe book too. Will that be resurfacing anytime soon?

[@evekankam6744]

Thank you for sharing the recipe for cornstarch,going to try it.

[@Rosannamakes]

Hope you like it ❤

[@daphnerobichaux-overton3571]

Thanks so much for the recipe as well as you demonstrating the process! I’ll be making some tomorrow! Congratulations on your adorable book and It’s on my Wish List for Santa! 👏🏻🤩💖

[@kathleenellison6869]

Congratulations on your book!

[@krey151]

I just love your videos and wow that’s awesome that there won’t be a sticky situation anymore. Thanks for sharing this information and congratulations on your book too

[@JPeace-jp2ez]

Thank you so much for sharing ❤

[@Rosannamakes]

Oh, you're most welcome! ❤

[@lisamahony8390]

I can’t wait to try this on Friday! Thanks a bunch

[@julieb1028]

Can't wait to work on ornaments with you for my 5 granddaughters!

[@krey151]

I just love your videos and wow that’s awesome that there won’t be a sticky situation anymore. Thanks for sharing this information

[@AzulRomero-r1i]

I am up for that lovely book! Please let us know when we can get it!

[@laurielaurie8280]

Congratulations on you little book 😊

[@IndieAnnieJones1]

It's so nice to see your videos and congratulations on your book. You are an inspiration😊

[@victoriajohnson914]

I enjoy watching your videos SO very much! I've learned alot from watching you with spun cotton and I'm finding that I'm really enjoying making the few things I have made! I do struggle with the "sticking" part of using the glue mixture with the cotton. So with that being said, I'm truly appreciating wanting to try this starch recipe for the binding agent. Thank you so much for your talent and creativity and wanting to share it with all of us! Bless you and your family this holiday season and I look forward to creating, hopefully some ornaments very soon!❤❤❤❤

[@19ROSA63]

Thank you Roxana

[@maryjolowe631]

Can’t wait to give this try!

[@jivekitten1]

I love your videos, thank you.

[@jo.c.sunshine4611]

Interesting. Thanks for the tutorial. Always something new to learn.

[@patriciadumatrait9594]

Congrats 🎉

[@cheekyllamacreations]

Thank you for sharing 💜👍🏼

[@cheekyllamacreations]

Hi Rosanna, I'm new to this art. I'm a needle felter and bear maker. I'm thinking of starting off with a simple goose and then maybe attempt a Nativity scene for this Christmas 🫣😆

[@rosanneperricone8060]

Thank you!!!

[@MarSal61]

Does the cornstarch gel as it cools? Yours looks more liquidy when your using it.

[@tw6553]

Awesome videos and I love the ornaments ❤ I’m in the UK so was wondering if cornstarch is the same as cornflour which is what we have over here. It’s combined with water then added to sauces or stews etc as a thickener. I’d love to give your ducks and geese a go and send to friends and family as gifts

[@Rosannamakes]

Yes you call it corn flour, that is what you need! ❤ happy making!

[@andilein8170]

❤danke❤ ich hab es grade ausprobiert, du hast Recht es ist viel leichter zu verarbeiten als Kleber.ich werde es einfärben mit Eierfarbe Kaffee oder Tee.liebe Grüße aus Deutschland

[@nonaestabrook9372]

I have a question I was hesitant to use corn starch or any other food products And the reason is would it attract bugs or mice what are your thoughts

[@Rosannamakes]

Some people are suggesting adding certain types of essential oils that bugs find repellent.. but I don't have any hard data. Many old ornaments are still in good shape so I think they'll be fine unless you live somewhere where there is a real problem with insects and mice..

[@debbralehrman5957]

That was a good tip about it looking like egg whites.👍🏼 🌟🤰🚼🐑👼👑🐪🐪🐪🎁📯🎄🎆💕

[@lori4845]

I'm wanting to try these ornaments this year! Where do you buy the water colorants in the tin? Thanks!

[@Rosannamakes]

They were a gift.. a very nice gift! www.etsy.com/shop/JazperStardust?ref=cart_shop_name_click&cart_id=10816174326

[@ElizabethA.Longacre]

I have a bag of raw cotton, it’s incredibly soft and fluffy. Is there a way to sculpt cotton in a way that retains that appearance but keeps the fluff stuck together? I was thinking a spray but I think I need better hold

[@cindyz3342]

I would use a felting needle. Search needle felting.

[@liqi-z9o]

Excuse me. I have a problem here😢. I also use corn starch recently. But after a few days the works have air in it and start getting soft.Do you have the same problem?

[@jennifergreen4515]

❤

[@cherylgoff8955]

❤👏👏

[@AlexialexisD]

Engrudo , also for paper crafts 🙂

[@loisjong]

Thank you for this video! I do have a question: I made this but mine is all lumpy. (It has been in the fridge) Do you have any tips to prevent this?

[@simplybleu2]

Was your beginning mixture lumpy? when you first combined the 1T starch to 1T water in a small separate bowl? Any veggie starch (ie corn, potato [or even rice]) if it isn’t combined well and liquidity prior to heating it Will result in having lumps. This is also the reason behind adding one spoonful at a time and stirring in the pan , till the water is clear again, in order to ensure that the starch has been throughly combined and disbursed throughout the water whilst it simmers. Trying to hurry the process and not take it slowly can contribute to it becoming lumpy. Just like when you make gravy 😉. Slow and steady wins the race🥰 I hope this helps ❣️

[@simplybleu2]

Hello! me again 🤗 I decided to go make a batch to see if I might be able to trouble shoot your situation and this is what I encountered: 1)Having the heat up too hot, made the starch thicken quicker than I was after. 2) With the last of the mixture to go into the bubbling pan, I witnessed it wanting to go lumpy. I quickly grabbed my whisk and started beating it rapidly whilst simultaneously removing it far from the heat and continued to whisk. The end result was a smooth batch but I dare say, had I not used the whisk quickly, it would have gotten lumpy. In future, in you encounter it again, put the kettle on and try adding a bit of hot water while beating it. Should smooth out the lumps. Because end result the mixture just looked a lil too thick which tells me it just needs more moisture. Hope this helps further! 🥰

[@loisjong]

@ Thank you so much for going through all that trouble to help me with this! I think I did it all to quickly; I was done in a few minutes. I will try to make a new batch and going slow this time. 🙂 Thank you!

[@simplybleu2]

@@loisjong You're so very welcome! Another thing I tried that worked really slick was using my emulsifier - not lumps! Here's to having great success 👍🏼

[@amyeharris]

Hi! Thank you for all of your lovely videos!! 🤍 my good is a bit chunky. Is that normal?

[@Rosannamakes]

I've had batches turn out more chunky and some very smooth but they both seem to work fine for me 😊

[@amyeharris]

@@Rosannamakesthank you. I am making my daughter a suitcase/travel dollhouse for her Maileg mice for Christmas and I’m so glad I found your channel in my search for ideas. 🤍

[@ataaah]

potato starch may turn black over time. I think cornstarch is a great alternative.

[@ataaah]

While I do love the tiny vintage saucepan, I'm one of those people who somehow manages to have boilovers EVEN WHEN I SWEAR I NEVER TURNED MY BACK ON THE STOVE... oh look, a squirrel! So I warmly recommend using a pot at least 2x as deep as whatever one is cooking. Even if it's Jello. ;-)

[@Kaalokalawaia]

Can you reheat the starch mixture? Mine turned into a blob of jelly.

[@Rosannamakes]

I haven't tried but I don't see why not. I might try adding a splash of hot or boiling water and stirring it up first?

[@susanpierce7251]

Can you tell me what you use for your cotton and the website to purchase it?

[@Rosannamakes]

This is my favorite right now www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B08TX269W6?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

[@moonstarsun5293]

Ladies don’t do what I did and use less water than you need to mix the corn starch I made that weird solid/liquid concoction that if you move it fast it’s solid but if you move it slow it’s liquid 😂😂 oobleck

[@Rosannamakes]

Yes it does that sometimes if you don't stir it up right away 😂

[@moonstarsun5293]

@ the whole house played with it for a while before I added more water. Thank you for the recipe it worked a treat!

[@sehersimsek516]

Türkçe alt yazı eklermisiniz teşekkürler

[@desislavatodorova4049]

Добавете малко оцет (спиртен) като стабилизатор. Приятно творчество на всички.

[@bethzuka9941]

OI LIONDO TEUS TRABALHOS , MAS NÃO ENTENDI CERTO COMO VC FAZ A COLA.

[@simplybleu2]

It’s written out within the video whilst she makes it. Perhaps reading the transcript will display the captions?

[@TheGinalollo]

Can you make a swan ,please 🥺🥰🦢

[@pattykelly6621]

Told you... And you don't need to add a spoonful at a time. It's pretty hard to mess this up

[@chickadeeacres3864]

The bird may have been a chickadee! Or maybe it’s just wishful thinking 😉

[@lauriepolden6594]

This is the same thickening agent you use in cooking cornstarch and water and then you add it to a warm gravy and it thickens it. I don’t know why you didn’t notice every cook knows this basic recipe.

[@Rosannamakes]

@lauriepolden6594 yes I agree, I'm very familiar with cornstarch for cooking, but i had never used cornstarch paste for spun cotton sculpting, that's why I shared 😊

[@meloearth]

flour glue...

[@marciabonk2533]

After all that you don't show how you use it? What a waste of time!

[@Rosannamakes]

You can use it for any of the video tutorials on my channel, or for paper mache or even for a glue substitute - I wanted this video to be a short supplement to my other make along videos which are much longer.