How to starch a hat

Lace knitted hat is a worthy addition to a summer dress. Of course, provided that it holds its shape well. To knit the hat does not SAG and does not crumple, it is possible to starch. This method is also suitable for headgear from lightweight fabric, in particular for caps and wide-brimmed hats.

You will need

• - starch:
• - PVA glue;
• starch spray;
• - gelatin;
• - a small pelvis;
• - blank;
• plate;
• - measuring utensils;
• - Cup or glass;
• pan;
• - tablespoon.

Instruction

1. For hats preferably hard or medium nekrahmalistye. The degree depends on the concentration of paste. Starch can be take a potato, corn or rice; Pour in a glass of cold water and sprinkle in there 1.5 or 2 tablespoons of cornstarch. Stir until the mixture is smooth. It is necessary that in the preparation of the paste did not work lumps.
2. Pour into a saucepan 1 liter of water and bring to the boil. Pour in the boiling water the contents of the Cup and mix well. Keep the paste on the fire for a few seconds, then remove and cool.It is supposed to be bright and transparent. Muddy paste hold on the heat for another 4-5 minutes.
3. If the pot is large enough, it is possible to starch a hat in it. From a small dish pour the paste in a bowl or a small basin. Your guards will load the hat. It should all soak up the paste. It's okay if you have to crush, then you still the creases smooth out. Hold the hat in starch for a few minutes.
4. Drying starched cap is better on the disc. In this capacity, you can use a suitable size jar, enamel pot and even a balloon. It all depends on the shape. If a hat with a brim, give them a horizontal position. Dry the hat. It should be slightly damp.
5. Iron hat through a cloth with a hot iron. Preferred for this purpose use a stand for the sleeves. It iron the crown. Put the hat on the Ironing Board and iron fields. Again, put a hat on a pig and let her process to continue.