Originally Posted by
joe'smom
Slow down a bit. The only time I burn myself is when I'm hurrying.
For sure!
Most times, my seams are pressed to the side, but sometimes, open pressed seams are required.
Generally I just press carefully ..... a shot of steam whether from your iron, or a spritzer bottle can often help get those seams tamed and flat, whether open or closed. Best Press is a good aid to keep them there for the long term too!
Actually, I have found, fabric that has been Best Pressed before stitching, cooperates quite nicely when pressing after each line of stitching for blocks.
I avoid finger pressing as much as possible, but when/if I really must ......
I use that little plastic scraper that came with my Pampered Chef stoneware.
It's a decent size and is not going to break (like a popsicle stick might)
which makes it easier to hold onto and "scrape" along for the "finger" press.