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.
When you want 1 cup of liquid to be fairly thick, it takes 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. (A stir-fry sauce might use only 1-2 teaspoons per cup of liquid). It will take about 3 tablespoons of flour to replace 1 tablespoon of cornstarch, and you will need to cook the sauce for much longer to get rid of the raw flavor of the flour. Flour is a very stable thickener, but will not result in the same glossy shine that cornstarch produces. Arrowroot, on the other hand, makes a beautifully shiny sauce and may be substituted in an equal or slightly greater amount, but will need to be cooked a little longer than cornstarch. For other substitutes like potato flakes or granules, tapioca and rice starch, 2 teaspoons will likely thicken about as much as 1 tablespoon of cornstarch.