Let’s be honest: we love our sourdough starters like children, but they are messy little toddlers. If you’ve ever found dried flour paste on your favorite black jeans three hours after baking, this post is for you.
Here is how the pros keep their "civvies" clean while getting the perfect crumb.
1. The "Clean Hands" Rule Always keep one hand "wet" (dough) and one hand "dry" (tools/phone). This prevents that inevitable moment when you grab your shirt hem with sticky dough fingers.
2. Wear the Right Gear Baking in your work clothes is a rookie mistake. You need dedicated gear that can take a beating and a hot wash cycle. Our [Sourdough Mom / Dad T-Shirts] are made from high-quality cotton that breathes while you knead, but washes clean easily.
3. The Apron is Non-Negotiable You might think you can be careful, but flour is airborne. A heavy-duty apron is your first line of defense.
Pro Tip: Don't just wipe your hands on your stomach! Keep a damp cloth nearby.
4. Embrace the Mess (But Make it Fashion) Sometimes, you just have to lean into the lifestyle. If you’re going to be covered in flour, you might as well look like part of the [Bake Squad]. Wearing your passion on your sleeve (literally) makes the mess feel like a badge of honor rather than a chore.
5. Clean As You Go Scrape your counters immediately. Once sourdough starter dries, it turns into concrete. Use a bench scraper to clear the debris before you lean over the counter to shape your loaves.
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