Other Techniques
1.Placing the pressing cushion between the fabric and the Pressing Plate may help with delicate fabrics.
2.Buttons and Zippers: if you have older types of buttons or zippers, you may need to take special care to avoid melting. In order to do so,
place the garment face down and cover with a pressing cushion before pressing.
3.Spray bottle may be used to spray the fabric lightly. This will further help to remove stubborn wrinkles.
4.Place a damp cloth over the fabric before pressing, which will help with stubborn wrinkles or heavy gauge fabrics.
5.To press large pieces of fabric, place entire piece behind the Ironing Board. Pull the fabric towards you, over the Ironing Board, and
lower the Pressing Plate. Press the fabric in sections until completed.
1.For garments constructed with details such as darts, curved seams, and shoulder pads, a Pressing Cushion may be used.
2.Use the cushion in areas where no creases are desired or to shape a tailored garment.
3.Place the area to be pressed onto the Ironing Board.
4.Place the Pressing Cushion under the dart, seam, etc.
5.Making sure that the area to be pressed is raised, lower the Pressing Plate until it meets the raised area.
6.Do not force the plate to its lowest position, as this may cause damage to the unit.
Using the Pressing Cushion
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