None of us enjoy ironing! Let's be honest. That will never happen. But if you have a minute, read the following tips. They will help you save time and avoid unwanted wrinkles. First of all, it is very important to use a good quality steam iron for both bedding and table linens.
Always check the irons plate and make sure it is free of mineral deposits, otherwise, it will leave brown marks as you iron, especially when you press the "steam" button. To clean the steam holes of the plate, make sure the iron is cold and use pipe cleaners dipped in soapy water to scrub the holes. To rinse, turn you iron on, and "steam" the soapy water out onto a rag. If the plate itself is dirty, use a soft scrub cream cleaner and rub the plate gently.
You should always fill your steam iron with distilled water, particularly if your water is hard. To save time and make your ironing easier, I would recommend using a heat-reflective cover on your ironing board. Another clever solution is to place aluminum foil under the ironing cloth; it will retain heat longer while you iron. Do not forget to set your iron at the temperature indicated by the universal laundering symbols on the tags.
To minimize your ironing time, you should fold your laundry as soon as your dryer stops. For best results, you should iron your linens while still damp and on the wrong side of the fabric to avoid damaging any finishes like embroidery, cutwork or lace. You should place a protective cloth before you iron for total protection. I find this very useful against those lovely pressmarks when ironing over hems and seams. To avoid shining marks of delicate fabrics, place tissue paper over the material and make sure the iron isn't too hot If you run out of time and cant iron your damp linens right away, place them inside a plastic container that will be stored in the refrigerator. This will prevent mildew and give you until the following day to catch up. Before you start ironing, always stretch your dampened articles to their normal shape.
For a fresh and sweet smell, you should spray your linens with perfumed linen water while ironing. You can even make your own scented water by mixing essential oil (any flower you like, lavender, rose etc...) with distilled water. Do not use too much starch as it will cover the surface of the iron and might invite unwanted guests like silverfish in your linen closet. I usually like a little on my napkins as they fold better and keep their shape on the dinner table. It is a good idea to wait a while before folding your freshly ironed linens, to make sure they are perfectly dry.
With linen, iron the wrong side first, and finish with the right. This little trick will help bring back the sheen of the fabric. A hot iron will render linen all its crispness and make every wrinkle disappear. Even though linen can take the highest temperature of any iron, you should always pretest it on a small corner. With a linen garment, iron the wrong side only.
If you have access to a fabric store, ask them to give you an empty cardboard tube. It comes in handy when ironing large tablecloths. I usually place my ironing board next to a large counter or table and roll the table cloth around the tube as I go. For smaller pieces, you can use a couple of chairs next to your ironing board. A steam iron should always be used over damp cotton linens. If embroidered, they should be ironed on the back side and protected by a press cloth.
Martine Lykos is the owner of Lace and Linen Classics. The online store specialises in imported French macrame lace, from lace cafe curtains to doilies and runners. The lace comes in bolts and is especially made to be cut, so no window is ever too large or too tall. You will also find helpful articles on linen care, linen and lace history and romantic decorating.
Martine Lykos
http://www.llclassics.com
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