remove them now and lay the collar out flat on the ironing board. Iron the collar from the center of the collar out toward the points. For a finishing touch, fold the collar for wear and run the iron over the edge of the collar to help the collar hold its shape. ...
The first thing to do is make sure that the shirt is damp (but not soaking wet), as this will make it easier to iron. Next, unfold the collar along its length so it lies flat on the ironing board and press it along its length. If you like a sharp crease in the collar, fold th...
When it comes to storing your faux leather jacket, you may wonder whether it’s better to hang or fold it. Both methods have their advantages and considerations, so let’s discuss the pros and cons of each: Hanging: Hanging your faux leather jacket can help prevent creases and maintain its...
The seat and front of the trousers don’t usually need pressing the way the crease does, but if you do want to press them be sure to turn the pockets inside-out before applying the iron. You can actually slip the pants over the ironing board (as if you were putting the pants onto t...
I also use an iron to help with adhesion. When pleating – fabric glue is easier to use. Apply a dab between each fold of the pleat. As shown above. When pinning, keep the pin to the side of the glue or use clothespins to hold each pleat in place. When glue is dry – the ...
Rather than moving the iron against the fabric, do one area at a time, then lift it up and move it to the next spot. 3 For suit trousers, create a centre crease. Lay the leg along the length of the board with the side seams on top of each other. First, press the fold at the...
Iron and ironing board A round sailor hat is comfortable to wear and easy to make. Because the hat is not adjustable to fit different sizes, it is important to measure your head accurately and sew exact quarter-inch seams. You can make a traditional white sailor hat or choose whimsical fab...
The Front:Iron the placket (where the buttons and buttonholes sit) first, pinching and pulling the end to make the job easier. Use the pointy end of the iron to get between the buttons. Then iron the rest of the front The Sleeves: Making sure the fold is at the seam, iron both sid...
Trim any excess fabric at the ends of the planks to about one inch. Fold this over and staple to the inside end of the plank for a clean finish. Make sure the fabric is pulled tightly for neat edges. Step 6: Build the Frame
To dry freshly washed scarves, we usually fold them to fit on a hanger or rod.When we are ready to iron, we re-dampen the scarf with water spread by a spray bottle, then roll the scarf in a towel where it will stay for several minutes to promote uniform dampness....