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snipforfun 08-19-2011 12:30 PM

I do a lot of "persuasive pressing"! I beat them into submission!

ManiacQuilter2 08-19-2011 01:12 PM

Usually steam works for me !!! :)

oma66 08-19-2011 02:05 PM

I use sizing.

patchsamkim 08-19-2011 02:21 PM

Most of the time I just use steam, but some times I do use sizing...and just started using the Best press...got some as a gift and like it.

Barb44 08-19-2011 02:27 PM


Originally Posted by ckcowl
seldom do i have a need to use anything while constructing my blocks- if the fabrics need any starch-or water it happens before i cut- so while constructing the blocks i do not chance distorting the block with moisture-

Me, too. I don't even like using steam as it can stretch the fabric. I used to use steam and nothing ever fit. Since I have been using a dry iron my seams line up good.

Raggiemom 08-19-2011 02:27 PM

Usually steam works but have pulled out the starch before.

EasyPeezy 08-19-2011 02:36 PM

I use a very small piece of cloth which I spray with water then put it on the
seam and press the seam once. Remove the cloth and continue pressing with
a dry iron. I don't like water or steam to get all over as it can cause some
unwanted shrinkage and distort my block. My seams are as flat as they can get. :-D

DogHouseMom 08-19-2011 02:51 PM

I starch my fabric every time I lay an iron to it.

MellieKQuilter 08-19-2011 03:27 PM


Originally Posted by Barb44

Originally Posted by ckcowl
seldom do i have a need to use anything while constructing my blocks- if the fabrics need any starch-or water it happens before i cut- so while constructing the blocks i do not chance distorting the block with moisture-

Me, too. I don't even like using steam as it can stretch the fabric. I used to use steam and nothing ever fit. Since I have been using a dry iron my seams line up good.

Oh good... I was thinking I was the only one! (that used a dry iron)

Glassquilt 08-19-2011 04:11 PM

I use a spray bottle of water. Once in a blue moon I use starch.


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