(b) Boiled Starch
| 2 tbsp. starch | 1/2 tsp. lard, butter, or paraffin |
| 4 tbsp. cold water | 1 qt. boiling water. |
Mix the starch with the cold water until free from lumps. Add the lard, then gradually stir in the boiling water, and keep stirring until thickened. Cook fifteen minutes and use hot.
Note.—Borax in starch gives greater gloss and increases the stiffness. It also gives more lasting stiffness. Lard, butter, or wax is used to give a smoother finish and to prevent the starch from sticking to the iron.
Lesson II
PREPARATION FOR WASHING WHITE LINEN OR COTTON CLOTHES
1. Sort the clothes: (1) Table linen and clean towels
(2) Bed and body linen
(3) Handkerchiefs
(4) Soiled towels and cloths.
2. Mend the clothes.
3. Remove stains.
4. Look after necessary materials.
PROCESS OF WASHING WHITE LINEN OR COTTON CLOTHES
Steps Method
1. Soaking: