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solstice3 04-25-2013 05:14 AM

I learned something new!!

tessagin 04-25-2013 05:27 AM

I've seen the clapper on tv and in the fabric shops. Like a round padded wooden block.

BellaBoo 04-25-2013 06:15 AM

The clapper isn't padded, the wood needs to absorb the heat.

jeaninmaine 04-25-2013 06:47 AM

I came across this site, they have all kinds of pressing tools like the clapper and the silicone iron rest and the teflon applique sheet.

bunbytes 04-25-2013 08:30 AM


Originally Posted by RGAY (Post 6024618)
Here is a site with a picture of a clapper on Amazon. I have a big one and a smaller one. An appliqué instructor also said a small block of wood that is clean and well sanded works just as well, except you don't have the handy handle for applying pressure. They really do work - they absorb the heat from the fabric. It's like magic!

http://www.amazon.com/Golden-Hand-In...essing+clapper

That's the same one I've had since college. I took one sewing course (requirement for Home Ec Education/Foods) where we were taught to use the clapper to set the creases in pants during construction. It does make a wonderfully sharp crease.

Sew Cindy 04-25-2013 10:11 AM

Would love to hear more details about the class. Was your class done by a representative of a company? This could be a nice program at our guild.

QandE2010 04-25-2013 03:02 PM

Once again, I learned something new. Thank you!! :)

RedGarnet222 04-25-2013 03:39 PM

I use a clapper when I am making spiral type blocks. I really makes a big difference. I have all of the hams and sleeve pressing tools. It is really something once you have you can't sew garments without.

adamae 04-25-2013 03:44 PM

Clapper on amazon, 41 dollars, nancys notions 16.95. There is a difference in shape.

BellaBoo 04-25-2013 03:52 PM

That one sold on Amazon by that dealer is way over priced. They are sold at other online shops for much less. Look at this one:

http://maryjos.com/notions/notions-p...er-clapper-771


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