This is what I use when I want a "Hide Glue". It keeps for a long time, you soften it up by putting the jar in boiling water before each use.

Boil 6 tablespoons of water in a saucepan.
Take the saucepan off heat. Stir in 2 packets of unflavored gelatin.
Once the gelatin has dissolved, add 2 tablespoons of white vinegar and a teaspoon of glycerin.

Stir well. Let it cool a little before pouring it into your airtight container.

All the ingredients are easily available.

Regards
Ken

Last edited by Ken61; 06/22/15 11:25 AM.
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