Sunday, October 21, 2012

Making Glue

 
Sometimes it's cheaper to just make your own things.  Even glue.  Yep.
 
 
To make glue I get out a little baby jar and put 2 teaspoon scoops of cornflour in it.  Then I add about 1 cm of cold water and mix.  When all the powder is thoroughly mixed in I add boiling water to fill the jar up.  And stir like crazy.
 
That's when I get the most awesome smoothest glue - just like store bought - for a fraction of the price.
 

 
 
I am considering experimenting with it to see if I can give it the long life / nice smell that also comes with a store bought glue.  Wondering what salt would do to it?  Or vanilla essence?

Thanks for visiting.
 
 


9 comments:

  1. Thanks for the tip! If the vanilla essence doesn't work, you could try a little essential oil!

    Teacher Kirra:Maestra Kirra

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  2. What a smart idea! I'd love for you to stop by, if you have a chance, for my new Fun Friday linky. I hope that it will make it a bit easier to link up! Hope to see you!

    Kelly
    Teaching Fourth

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  3. Thanks for the glue recipe!!
    We go through glue like crazy around here so I am glad to be able to tick another item we can make at home off the list :-)

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  4. Great idea Deborah! How long does the glue last before going icky?

    Kylie
    Down Under Teacher

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  5. A couple of days at room temperature. It would probably last quite a bit longer if I put it in the fridge and kept it cool. :o)

    I am making a fresh batch tomorrow morning ( we have a habitat cut and paste project going, so lots of gluing tomorrow )and I'll be adding a little salt. I'll let you all know how that goes.

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  6. What a great idea! I guess you make glue like that when doing papier mache, so why wouldn't it work!

    Thanks for sharing (and reminding - I have such a terrible memory with that sort of thing!)

    Alison
    Teaching Maths with Meaning

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  7. Who would have thought ever about making one own glue. Is your cornflour the wheaten type or maize? Yes please do keep us updated with the extras added in.

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  8. I have wheaten in the cupboard, but I could also possibly have other types as well as I have a couple different brands. Not sure if that makes a difference or not. :o)

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  9. Oh, and I wanted to add that when you make it, don't worry if it looks a little runny - as it cools it will thicken. :o)

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