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July 15, 2022

Pressing Matters: Choosing the Right Iron

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Next to your sewing machine, your iron may be the most important item in your sewing room. Look for features that fit your sewing needs. Auto shut-off Some sewers love it, others loathe it—that “feature” that turns your iron off when it’s not used for a certain period of time. Shut-off times vary up to […]

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October 8, 2021

Pressing Tools—Clapper and Sleeve Board

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It doesn’t matter whether you tailor fine wool jackets or make casual everyday wear, or if you’re a quilter—getting a good press is of the utmost importance for a professional-looking project. There are tools to help with that process. Let’s take a look at two tools that work for all sewers and quilters—a clapper and […]

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September 3, 2021

FAQ’s: Cleaning an Iron | Home Décor Fabric | Rotary Cutters

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What’s the best way to clean my iron? If you’re using fusible sewing products like webs, interfacings and stabilizers, there’s always that errant portion that finds its way to the soleplate of the iron. If you don’t take care of it right away, the fusible goo can transfer to the next thing you’re pressing and […]

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