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How to Make Envelope Mucilage |
| Written by Darlene Michaud |
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This is a recipe for envelope mucilage. Envelope mucilage is a type of glue you use to make your own envelopes. You spread the mucilage on the flap of the envelope and let it dry. When you want to use the envelop you just lick it and stick! This envelope mucilage is as fun to make as it is to use and you will save money by making your own envelopes. And you will have fun making your own envelopes too! This recipe makes about 1/2 cup of envelope mucilage. It is enough glue to cover several dozen envelopes. If you need more or less you can just adjust the recipe to meet your needs. Step 1: You will need the following ingredients to make envelope mucilage: 6 tablespoons of pure white vinegar, 4 packets (1 ounce total) of unflavored gelatin, 1 tablespoon pure lemon extract. Step 2: Bring the vinegar to a boil in a small pan. As soon as it starts to boil turn the heat to low. Step 3: Add the four packets of unflavored gelatin to the boiling hot vinegar and stir until the gelatin is completely dissolved. Step 4: Remove the pan from the heat and add the lemon extract and stir until the extract is well mixed. Step 5: Apply the mucilage to the flap of your envelope with any small brush such as a small tip paint brush or even a make up brush. You may also use a Q-Tip type cotton swab. Step 6: After applying the mucilage to the envelope let it dry. When you want to use the envelope just lick it like you would any envelope and seal it. Step 7: Store any leftover envelope mucilage in a small glass jar such as a baby food jar. It will keep for several months without spoiling. It will thicken when it's cooled. To use it again, put the closed jar in a bowl of warm water to let the mucilage melt. Do not add water to the mucilage. See my other helpful articles!
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