A 9 lb batch of Silver streamer stars being mixed and cut. 6 % Dextrin was used as the binder and the batch wetted wth approx 17% plain water (no alcohol added).
After a dry putty consistency is obtained the composition is pressed and 'slapped' into Teak wood frames 3/4, 1/2 and 1/4 inch high. A mesh screen is pushed into the composition to imprint a grid as an aid to cutting the cubes to the correct size.
The cut cubes are laid out on a window screen and dried in a warm breezy place out of direct sunlight. This type of star with it's high Charcoal content can take up to 2 weeks to fully dry.
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