I bought one of those craft irons it doesn't seem to get hot enough

I think the Clover Mini Iron is great for applique and paper piecing; but not big enough for a quilter's needs. I prefer a travel iron for that purpose. I have both.

I love love love my mini Iron... I went to a retreat and bought it before I left because I was doing foundation piecing and I didn't want to have to get up and Iron after every little piece. It worked fantastic!