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    Old 10-21-2013, 07:25 PM
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    I love doing the starch method of applique, but I'm finding it more and more difficult to handle my heavy iron. Can anyone suggest a good iron for this purpose? I've heard not so good things about the little Clover not getting hot enough. Thanks
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    Old 10-21-2013, 07:34 PM
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    There are some nice, small, travel irons that might work for you. I have a 7" Shark that I bought years ago for doing applique. Does the job!
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    Old 10-21-2013, 07:54 PM
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    Most newer irons are much lighter weight than the old irons. even the ones that look big and heavy. Take a look in the stores near you and see what they have.
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    There was a thread about this recently. http://www.quiltingboard.com/main-f1...n-t232765.html
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    Old 10-21-2013, 08:30 PM
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    I do alot of applique and know what you mean. I used to use one of the full size irons as that was the only one I had. I have since purchased a Rowenta travel iron that was supposed to be just for traveling to group and retreats. I love it so much that I havent even touched my other iron since. As a matter of fact I am not even sure where it is. LOL I know that the Rowentas can be pricey but I found mine on sale at 1/2 price and think it was well worth the money.
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    Old 10-22-2013, 02:59 AM
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    i love my clover iron but i saw this one yesterday and ordered one
    http://www.quiltingboard.com/main-f1...ml#post6360648
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