bgullett

My iron bit the dust, I think my fault after it falling so many times. But does anyone have a good iron they would recommend. I really like the Olisio's, but think that price is a little out of my range at the moment. I do have a back up iron and I just don't like it. Suggestions?

bearisgray

I have a Black and Decker that I like a lot.

Sorry - don't remember the model number - it puts out a lot of steam - and it has a cover for the water hole.

I unplug my iron and set it on the floor when I'm done using it.

For two reasons: Don't want the cat to knock it off the ironing board - and if I unplugged it, I know it's "off" - even though it's supposed to have an automatic shut-off.

kathy

I started out using nice pricey ($50-60) irons, found out they don't last any longer than the $10-15 ones. I guess we're all a bit clumsy as I think we have all knocked or drug it off the board at least once, some of us (who shall remain nameless) at least once a week! I like a heavy iron as it seems to work better but if ironing yardage it makes my arm tired pretty quick. The one I'm using now is Black and Decker Classic, paid $20 in March and so far so good. my only complaint is if you have water in it but not using steam and keep the iron on steay for 30-40 minutes without it shutting off and cooling a bit, when you lay it down to iron the water comes boiling out the top. first I thought I had it over filled but it wasn't.

watterstide

i got a cheapo at Walgreens..had it two years now. auto shut off, lots of steam if you want it. i think i paid $10 after rebate.

quilter41

Just don't get Auto Shut Off. It is a PITA. For me I like Rowenta, but they are pricey. Also check watts, since we use hotter irons.

sueisallaboutquilts

When it comes to irons I don't like the expensive ones. I had one and it didn't work well at all. I have a Sunbeam that wasn't expensive at all. I love it.

quiltergirl80

I've been searching for a new one too. My favorite, which I've had for over 12 years, leaks like a running faucet. Happened just after selling my cordless one that had been sitting in a box for so long! I love the person who has the cordless to death, so I won't give her too bad a time :0) Karma!

quilterella

I had to replace mine two months ago and ended up buying the same one I had had, a Sunbeam Professional. I had done the comparison shopping on the internet, checked the reviews, and point-for-point, Sunbeam was the best bang for my buck. Buying an iron is a very personal choice due to weight of iron, personal preferences, cost, etc... Good Luck.

katier825

I like the Shark Professional. I paid about $30 on sale at Bed Bath and Beyond. My only complaint is the button to adjust the temp is on the handle and I keep bumping it. But that's minor to me. It works great and is my favorite so far.

phatquilts

I love the quality of my Rowenta, however, other quilters just love their lightweight irons.