Spring is coming, Ironing, etc.

Spring

 I have always felt there are two groups of people,  those who don't mind or like to iron (really, is that possible?) and those (like me)  who like the results, but hate it.  I probably burn through more irons than anyone I know. Last week I sent two to the re-cycler.   I have bought the cheapest irons, the medium priced and the most pricey. Doesn't seem to matter. They spit, sputter and burn out at about the same rate. Because an iron is essential for quilt construction mine are on for hours at a time. I also press all clothes. They might be acceptable coming out of the dryer, but those seams pucker a bit and the fabric surface is not smooth enough for dress shirts, etc. So I iron everything, always.

After all these years I think I may have come up with a compromise. I use the cheaper irons for quilting and the good ones for short period garment pressing. What brought on this logic, I bought another iron.  Home Show, a gift from Husband. Since I have gone through every Rowenta known to man, I decided to switch loyalties. Took long enough! 

the Oliso

 The demonstrator showed all the glorious features. The lift system is unique, of course. It does take a little practice but becomes second nature quickly. It does a great job with garments. Even if you hate ironing. I will use a different one for quilting though to avoid over-heating this one and burning it up in a couple months. These are also available at Amazon (good prices) and at Nancy's Notions.

I found a nice blog for those who want to learn about tailoring, shirt making and the best interfacing's via Gertie's post today. There is a video here teaching you how to iron a shirt. I did learn something. I always left the shirt open while ironing, this gentleman buttons the top button. I will try it, might eliminate that dimple I always have to steam out.   The link:
 
http://www.off-the-cuff-style.blogspot.com/
***as usual no compensation received or implied

Gratuity Moment: maybe, after all these years, a solution for not burning up all my irons.