Fruit pectin brings me back a little while but, double boiling I prefer but, the microwave (10 seconds then stir 2 0r 3 times) is easy/faster. Never direct heat. Constant attention. It seems to help. It seems most people just mix and let set.
Originally Posted by MarcL
I like this stuff. Gum Tragacanth, no bad smell or taste, a little goes a long way.
I'll take a half of teaspoon or so, to an once or so of distilled water and, bring it to a boil slowly in the microwave. stirring...
I've been buying this 2oz at a time using it 1 teaspoon at a time. Makes 2oz. gum tragacanth powder is the tackiest thing available.
Gum Tragacanth, for Gumpaste and Pastillage | eBay
I think I might go this way next.
Gum Tragacanth - 16 oz | eBay
Booking not so much though, there will be some booking that makes it's way in there. the thing is that booking has the least amount of air channeling to it.
Estrujado. that is building from the center and, working around. Entubado with the ligero then, estrujado with the viso/seco. If I have a...
The thicker it is the faster the drying time as well as the amount of tack it will have. I use 8 parts water to 1 part gum powder. It comes out like a thick jell not quite polish. A drop of water can always be added if it is drying to fast.