This subject is very insightful -- thanks for bringing the subject up. My hubby asked me what I would like for Mamma's Day, and after thinking awhile, I remembered that I want to start doing some appliqueing. So, I went to JoAnn's to price the Clover Mini Irons, and lo and behold they were on sale!!! 40% off. So, I bought myself one and told hubby what I had done and he was tickled to pieces 1. because he wouldn't have to go buy it. 2. because it was on sale. I was tickled to pieces 1. because it was just what I asked for. I used it once and so far I like it, but I think the trivet or coffee mug to set it on is a great idea. The little thingy they included with the iron is not so great.