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BizyStitches 09-26-2010 11:29 PM


Originally Posted by Donna Gedeon
Best press is great but if you spray it on photo's on labels for quilts do not use that spray on the photo as it will make the writing go away. Donna Gedeon Aurora Colorado

Good to know, but I use embroidery for my quilt labels. I mostly use Best Press when piecing my quilt tops.

sculpyfan 09-27-2010 12:00 PM

Kathy,I hope you have better luck with your iron than I did. I bought it because it was supposidly made by an engineer and I like the feet up. It quit at about 1 1/2 year of occasional use.

Aunt Doggie 09-28-2010 07:30 AM


Originally Posted by purplefiend
IDH ran an electric line just for my sewing room, so nothing else is on that circuit. Its great having my very own electrician.


Amen to THAT!!!
My hubby is electrician also, and I have recessed "can" lighting in ceiling and ceiling fan with lighting also! These are also each on one of those slider light switches, so can go from mood lighting to brighter than bright in flip of a switch!

Will have to ask about that seperate line for sewing room also!
;)

DeniseP 09-28-2010 07:34 AM

I was looking for a new iron last year around this time. I thought about spending the money for a Rowenta then talked to someone who had one and hated it. Lots of money and it didn't last. I bought a Black and Decker that had the features I wanted for $27.00 and have been very happy with it. I don't think it's worth spending all that money for something that will not last any longer than a regular iron.

Annya 09-29-2010 02:23 AM


Originally Posted by MommaDorian
I'm finding that my iron isn't as hot as it used to be. It doesn't get wrinkles out of cotton very well. I guess I'm wearing it out. Is there a brand that works better with quilting, ie. getting hotter?

Thanks

I have the same problem and have been thinking about getting another one. Being on a pension I cannot afford top of the range but any thing will do if I can get out the creases.

4dogs 09-29-2010 01:05 PM

I found one at the Goodwill store for $4.50 that is working just fine..steam,etc...shuts down to a low setting if not used and shuts off after awhile...its a Windmere steam-n-glide and it isnt too too heavy........

jmcdowell 09-29-2010 02:40 PM

I just bought a new iron on sale at Joanns - was still pricy but I absolutely adore it. IT is the Rowenta pressure iron with steamer. Even ironing linen is easy and looks great! I highly recommend it.

thegypsy1968 10-31-2010 02:05 PM

okay I am heading to Walmart!! I also don't want an auto shut off. I want it hot, steamy and ready when I want to press!! lol giggles uncontrollably that sounded very Rated R..my apologies y'all know what I am talking about ..Happy Quilting

EagarBeez 11-01-2010 10:25 AM

I have a shark, bought it in Walmart for about $40. It's wonderful. I love it. I had been using steam, however, I read somewhere, not to use steam when piecing. It distorts the fabric. So I stopped and use a dry iron, and have a spray bottle of water nearby

carolaug 05-15-2011 02:05 AM

I just bought a new iron...what a difference!! My husband does all of his own ironing and is in love with the steam on this one....neither of us knew it really does make a difference. Here is the one I got I really like how the front is pointy. It is heavy but works like a dream. Rowenta http://www1.macys.com/catalog/produc...LinkType=PDPZ1


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