An iron and ironing board are essential for fusing adhesives such as iron-on patches and seam fusing. Using an iron to press hems will help to set the hem line and make your creations look professional. Ironing a wrinkled garment from the thrift store can also make it more manageable and therefore easier to measure and work with.
Steam irons today have a sleek look and safety features that turn them off if they are tipped over for too long. Irons come in all kinds of colors and style, ranging in price from ten bucks to hundreds of dollars. the most expensive are those that don't drip and have lots of steam settings. See more information on steam irons.
