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Mixers! Join me on a short tour of my workshop to take a look at how to use a magnetic stirrer and overhead mixer. We’ll wet, disperse, and hydrate some natural gums, starches, and gels, then use them in a product or two. If my ingredients arrive in time, I’m thinking I can show you…