Let's outline the most commonly used types of thread and talk about why thread quality is important, allowing your sewing machine to weigh in. We'll touch briefly on a few specialty threads and then share some helpful tips about choosing the right thread for your sewing project. COMMON TYPES OF SEWING THREAD. Cotton Thread
Â» Arrowroot substitution is possible with cornstarch. You can get the same benefits and qualities with the use of cornstarch. Â» Regular flour also forms a suitable substitute for arrowroot only when used as a thickener. 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour is equivalent to 1 tablespoon of arrowroot powder. Â» Similarly, 1 tablespoon of cornstarch can be substituted with 1 tablespoon of arrowroot powder. Other substitutes include: tapioca granules or instant cooling tapioca, kudzu powder, and potato starch/flour. Â» While using the substitutes, you must also know when to use and what quantity to mix to get the desired taste.
Arrowroot is nutritious. It contains more calcium, fiber, folate, and potassium then cornstarch with less sodium and carbs. Now granted, you only use a small amount of either of these ingredients but regardless, more nutrition is still more nutrition. For a side by side comparison check out this site. Arrowroot works better then cornstarch for frozen foods and acidic foods. The most neutral tasting of starch thickeners. When you buy arrowroot it is simply the plant ground up. As far as I know, it is not processed. Arrowroot can be used just like cornstarch. Simply mix a bit of arrowroot with a little bit of cold water and add to whatever you are making. Use the same amount of arrowroot as you would cornstarch. I have also heard that you can use arrowroot to replace flour when you need a gluten free substitute but I have yet to try it out.