Twice in recent history I've attempted to make starter. I'm using a small glass crock with a towel to cover it. Keep it on top my refrigerator. Both time my starter became moldy after about day 4 or 5. What am I doing wrong? Good for you for trying to make your own starter, Bob. If you are keeping it at room temperature, you will need to keep a more rigorous feeding schedule of every day or at least every other day. If there was a pinkish/reddish color developing, yes that is mold, discard, try again. If you see a little blackish liquid floating around on top, no problem. This is just the alcohol being produced when the wild yeast is not in contact with the air. Just stir it back in for a stronger sour flavor or pour it off for a more mild flavor! Keep trying! Elisabeth

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