I remember my Mom and Aunt Vi making dresses for me for school and special occasions. I started playing with scraps making things for my Ginnie doll with a needle and thread. When I was about 10 or 11 Mom let me play with her sewing machine, she was so brave, and from there on I have always loved sewing for myself, my kids and friends. I too remember Mom using an Ironrite to press all kinds of things mostly sheets. I bought one when pregnant with my daughter and pressed sheets and pillow cases. They made the bed linens so smooth.