Mini Iron Recommendation Needed
 

I've been wanting a mini iron for a few years now. I'm tired of popping up and down like a jack-n-the-box every time I sew a seam. If anyone uses a mini iron or a palm size portable iron, please let me know which one you would or would not recommend. I know Dritz and Clover have a couple but the reviews weren't great for either.

Thanks.

I have both the Clover and the Dritz Petite Press. I hated the Clover. Loved the Petite Press so much, I went back to the store and bought 2 more - one for a friend, and a backup for myself.

This is the one I'm using at LQS...what I like about it is it's heat...steam.. and how it handles. It fits so nicely in the hand...isn't tippy either...LQS. carries it...DD and all 3 DDIL Are getting one for Christmas..Haven't seen any reviews this is just my HO....oh and watch your mailbox.....


SteamFast Home & Away Steam Iron

I use the Clover Mini Iron 2. Personally, I love it. It gets hot very quickly & stays hot. It does a fantastic job pressing seams & small bits of applique. I keep a mini spray bottle with water (3 oz travel size) in case any stubborn wrinkles require a bit of steam -- or if I accidentally press the seam the wrong way to start with & need help to force it back the correct direction. I am planning to get the "Large" sole plate attachment for Christmas. The standard size is usually sufficient, but the larger plate would be helpful for some applique I do or for pressing 2-3" pieces when I'm at a workshop/retreat and don't want to head over to the ironing board.

The only thing I would recommend is that if you don't buy the stand Clover makes for it, it's worthwhile to buy a cheapy spoon rest (like for the stovetop) to set it in when it's on. It comes with a flimsy foldable stand & especially at retreats the slightest little bump of the table can knock it off the stand & singe pressing surface and/or fabric.

This is the iron I bought recently and I really like it for all of the reasons stated by oksewglad.

My sister still has the doll iron we had as girls in the late 1950's -- before someone decided kids couldn't be trusted with miniature electric appliances. It is about the size of a mug. No steam, of course.

I still have mine. Haven't used it in years. Wonder if it still works.

I also have this one and like it.

I bought a Clover iron but I like to get the exercise for getting up to iron so I seldom use it.

I have the Steam Fast. Clover has a new wedge iron that is getting raves reviews. http://www.nancysnotions.com/product...+wedge+iron.do

I have this one: http://www.amazon.com/Press-Conair-H...l+clothes+iron

It also has burst of steam, which is good to use on clothes on hangers, etc. I used it when traveling.

I do too. I get too stiff from sitting very long. Getting up limbers up

I have a small 2 inch Dritz mini iron. It works ok, but doesn't seem to get hot enough. It worked ok when doing my Log Cabin because I didn't have to get up until I was finished with the block. Then I would get up and press it with my big iron. I would not buy another one. Good Luck.Syl

I have a Sunbeam mini iron to use when paper piecing, which I like very much.

I just checked this on Amazon and it is $20 and Prime eligible for free shipping. Great reviews. Now am I ever tempted.

I have the SteamFast too and it's a GREAT little iron. I bought it for quilting but had to buy a 2nd for my DH - he kept swiping mine because it is so much better than the little travel iron he had been using.

I'm glad this came up, I have some new quilting friends and was looking for quilting-related gifts, at $20 this is perfect! Might as well buy myself a 3rd one too, for back-up!

I have 2 irons one is smaller than the other and works. Have seen the Steam Fast in Walmart. May just have to plickit up

You name, I've got it. My Favorite is a hobby iron I saw Eleanor Burns using on one of her TV shows.

I don't recommend the Clover. I have one, doesn't get hot at first. I have to turn it off, then on again. Then it might get hot enough...

Will have to look into the iron that folks noted above. Thanks for starting this thread!

I cannot say enough good things about this iron!!!!

Thanks guys! I think I'll try the Steam Fast.