We tell and show how to wax the fabric at home.
twentytwopleasant, Uncommon goods Waxed cotton is useful in everyday life, as it becomes waterproof, and you can use it repeatedly, just wipe it with a damp cloth or rinse under a stream of cold water.
That is why housewives use it to pack products, for example, to make sandwich bags, covers for dishes or just to wrap food.
What kind of fabric is cotton: properties, care, sewing recommendations
Step 1
You will need beeswax. It is sold in granules, but if you have a bar, you can grind it yourself or grate it.
Laminate cotton do it yourself
Step 2
Prepare a piece of cotton of the right size.
Step 3
Spread a large piece of parchment paper on the ironing board and lay your cloth on it. Sprinkle evenly with wax, and it does not matter on the front or on the wrong side.
Step 4
Cover with a second piece of parchment paper. Set the iron to maximum temperature and when it heats up, start ironing, distributing the melting wax as evenly as possible.
Step 5
If you notice areas that the wax hasn’t hit, just add a few more pellets, cover with paper and iron again.
Step 6
Allow to cool without removing from parchment paper. Done!
Such waxed cotton is environmentally friendly and healthy.
Source: Professor Pincushion
