Making a scoby from store bought Kombucha???

[Guest guest]

Hello-

I am new to this group, and to brewing kombucha.  Thanks to everyone for the

insight so I've received in just a few days!

I have a question, I read that you can grow your own scoby from store bought

kt.  So, about a week ago I bought some from the store, poured it into a mason

jar, covered it with a paper towel held tight around the rim with a rubber band,

and stuck it in my pantry.

I looked this morning and it looks a bit murky, but nothing seems to be forming

that resembles a scoby.  Any thoughts?  Is this even possible?

Along the same lines, does anyone live in the Lawrence, KS area who is willing

to donate a scoby to my kt making-cause?  I will gladly pick it up from you.

Thanks,