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Geta 11-02-2009 12:01 PM

Hi,
I usually use steam for pressing.
But I don't press after every single seam. I finger press and I press a block only after it is finished. And I do this carefully to not distort the edges, especially if they are on bias.

Damkina 11-02-2009 12:27 PM

I usually steam, but I'll give the other a try next time and see if I've got a preference.


cutebuns 11-02-2009 12:30 PM

I usually use steam, but it is what ever is prefered, what works for you best.

patricej 11-02-2009 03:46 PM

since i'm usually steamed about something anyway, it naturally follows that my iron is the same. :wink:

shaverg 11-02-2009 05:34 PM

I steam, have been for over 30 years with no problems. It is a personal preference.

chamby 11-03-2009 11:01 AM

I steam

richbrote 11-03-2009 12:49 PM

I prefer steam as apposed to dry when pressing seams. Sometimes dry is not effective for stubborn seam. Steam makes the seam lay flat better.

gloriayarbrough 11-04-2009 06:38 AM

I do not steam. It will stretch your fabric.I learned the hard way. I took a row a lose I didnt know why a seams didnt fit. now a know. :(

nursie76 11-04-2009 06:46 AM


Originally Posted by PatriceJ
since i'm usually steamed about something anyway, it naturally follows that my iron is the same. :wink:


Patrice you are just too funny! :)

I usually use low to medium steam. As the others say, whatever works best for you.

kd124 11-05-2009 12:19 AM

I steam and press (not iron).


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