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

[@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.

[@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?

[@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?

[@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!❤❤❤❤

[@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.

[@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. ❤

[@kathleenellison6869]

Rosanna you always blow my mind with your creativity

[@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. ❤️💜💚

[@austenspapertree8429]

So lovely to hear your enthusiasm. ❤

[@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!

[@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! 👏🏻🤩💖

[@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❤

[@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.

[@kathleenellison6869]

Congratulations on your book!

[@AlyssaAleksanian]

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

[@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?

[@julieb1028]

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

[@laurielaurie8280]

Congratulations on you little book 😊

[@maryt.2067]

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.

[@IndieAnnieJones1]

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

[@elizabethespada6319]

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

[@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?

[@kristenstocker1381]

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

[@maryjolowe631]

Can’t wait to give this try!

[@jo.c.sunshine4611]

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

[@jivekitten1]

I love your videos, thank you.

[@AzulRomero-r1i]

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

[@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 ❤

[@maryt.2067]

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

[@cherylgoff8955]

❤👏👏

[@jennifergreen4515]

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[@dianemccarthy5931]

she starts making the mixture at 5:11

[@ataaah]

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

[@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

[@AlexialexisD]

Engrudo , also for paper crafts 🙂

[@pattykelly6621]

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

[@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. ;-)