This is how I use my Clover iron too. And I either read or heard someone say that it takes a few times of using before it will get really hot and I found that to be true. I love it for stitch & flip blocks and paper piecing projects.

I have a small iron, which is a travel iron. It serves my purposes well.
When I started out looking for on, I asked for a mini-iron; couldn't fine one in the stores or on-line.
I happened into Wal-Mart and described what I wanted-again. The girl showed me the travei iron, and it is wonderful.
She said they don't always have them, so guess it was my "Lucky Day!" It wasn't very expensive--$10.00 or so. That was about 10 yrs. ago. It does steam and dry both.
Good luck!!
Mariah

The tiny one is only good for applique imo
i have lots of little ones for class and they are great...I have the small purple Rowenta, a small clover and some vintage ones...nice to use when you are tired of the heavy ones

I have one and like it for small pieces.

I use my mini Clover all the time especially when I paper piece and appliqué.

I do PPing and absolutely love it for that.......

I have a small iron made by Conair. It is also a steam iron. My DH made a miniature ironing board (which I covered) and decorated. It sits beside my my sewing machine just for that purpose.

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I believe the board is about 15" long and 7 1/2" wide. It has a handle so I can take it to classes. I love this little iron and board.

I always use the clover mini iron when I raw edge applique. They are no toy! Darn hot.

I use a ceramic coffee mug to hold the hot iron. Works great.

My neighbor uses a metal business card holder for her clover iron. I have the silicone iron pads.