Features to look for in a great Iron
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- Опубліковано 5 вер 2024
- Iron or Press, Hight Heat or Low Heat, Steam or No Steam, Detailing tip or not, Up or Down, Safety features...so many things to consider when looking into an Iron.
My Larger Oliso Iron here in pink shrsl.com/279v3 or in yellow shrsl.com/279v4
and the little Oliso Iron here in pink shrsl.com/279v7 or in yellow shrsl.com/279v9
The Pro has an auto 30 min shut off with a 12' cord the others have an auto 8 min shut off with an 8' cord.
Can't believe I have been sewing and ironing for so many years, and did not know what that space above the sole plate was used for. Thank you.
SAME!
I said the same thing when I watched this video! I seem to learn something new every time I watch one of Laura’s videos. Always worth my time.
I love my Oliso and I also have a Panasonic that is really great. But here is a story for you, Laura: I was teaching a "How To Use A Treadle Machine" class and for an iron I used grandmother's cast iron Sad Iron (since we were indoors I did not use a fire to heat it but rather a hot-plate). Some of my students were inquisitive about my iron and how I knew the temperature of when to use a Sad Iron. I explained it to them how grandmother did - you know when to use it depending on how long you can hold your hand in front of it: "spit on your finger and it sizzles then it is cotton or linen, hold your hand 2" away then it is wool, 3" away then it is synthetic and warm enough to hold in your hand then it is silk."
Miss Laura, yet again... you taught this 62 year old man tricks of ironing and pressing..... you knowledge is my weekly drug for my happy place, which is my sewing room... I have the yellow Oliso Smart iTouch, as well, I have Rowenta, a Chi, and a good old Black and Decker... I use and love the Oliso for the 30 shut off... I also have a couple mini, and small minis... Next I want the small Oliso.. I love collecting as you might see... thank you as always for sharing your extensive knowledge with us... Jon
The only thing I ever ironed with the space between sole plate and iron was the area around buttons on a men’s dress shirt. The small area was perfect for the button to go into. I did not know that you could iron packets on pockets, etc with it. Thanks for sharing your wealth of information.
Thank you SO much Laura, once again you have taught me, and MANY others, something new, even though I've been ironing and sewing for more than 45 years. I never knew about the front of the soleplate.
Extremely helpful! I should have watched this sooner! I had no idea you’re not supposed to use and extension cord, my iron has such a short cord. Good thing I haven’t blown anything up yet 😮
Thank you for the video. You showed some features that I didn’t know the purpose of on the iron - you explained beautifully.
I’m in my 70’s and had no idea of the info you gave. I’m checking out my iron when I get home from work, and I’m checking out the Oliso. Thanks
I don't understand how do you know all of these things?? your clips are a true treasure, Iv'e just ordered your book on line- I'm sure I'll be happy with it.
I have had the yellow Oliso Pro iron for about 6 years now and I love it!! I don't regret spending the money. I have used it with and without steam. I love how hot it gets. Thanks for all your tutorials, Laura!!
I should have had one like this to steam my daughters Wedding Dress! I think I need one of these. I have ruined several Irons and this looks like one I NEED>
I had no idea there is a space on my sole plate for ironing pockets and other tricky items, and I have an Oliso! Thank you for sharing!
You were a lifesaver. My daughter in law needed a cap for her nursing work. She is working with Covid19. . Your pattern was wonderful. Easy and just what she needed. I can't thank you enough.
Just wanted to compliment your beautiful locks falling over your shoulders. Very elegant!!
You explain things so well! No wasted words, lots of good info, super clear articulation, and very pleasant cadence. Always enjoyable on your channel. :))
Just when I think I can't learn anything new you show me something as simple as ironing with so many tips I never knew. Thanks
You're a great teacher! You always include all the details for each topic!
A very informative tutorial. Makes my decisions for my new purchase not only easy but choosing the correct iron for my studio.
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Just want to say I have received your book from Amazon UK several weeks earlier than stated. 😊😊 It is just what I needed after weeks of lockdown. Have already put a positive 5 star review on Amazon. You have actually converted me to a jelly roll quilt - something I never thought anyone could do! 😊😊😂😂👍👍
Yay, thank you!
I recently invested in a Rowenta and I really like it. I really wanted to buy the Oliso, but I couldn’t bring myself to spend the money given it’s tendency to malfunction. I was afraid to risk it. Very helpful information! I didn’t know that about the point of the iron!
Paula Johnson yes I read a lot of reviews before I made my decision and I went with the 1800 watt Rowenta. It has a real heft to it and gets really hot. I also really like the burst of steam.
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Using the iron cleaning cloths is a great way to remove residue. I use these...Bo-Nash Iron Clean Cleaning Cloths 10 Pack
Laura - when I lived in India in the early 2000's saw many "dobis" (laundry men) using big old fashioned irons, some filled with coal others heated over a little bed of coals. Also pretty much everything is starched and washed by hand!
Always good advice from you. Things we do daily but take for granted or just assume. Thank you for your time.
I just ordered my new iron! An Oliso pink!
Thank you for the video and tips for ironing. Love the wool pressing mat. I bought the Oliso mini to keep next to my sewing machine. I'm obsessed over pressing while I'm piecing a quilt. I've had nothing but trouble with the iron. Sent the first one back and they did replace it. My biggest features I look for is does it stay on and does it spit on my quilt and leave a stain. The new oliso mini steams when it feels like it and if it really doesn't like me it spits on my work. If you tip the iron up slightly to see if steam is coming out the scalding hot water inside will run down your arm!
Laura thank you for another great share. Bless you
Thank you. I have been looking for an iron that doesn’t turn have an auto off so I just bought the smaller Oliso and am very happy with it.
I didn't know how much I needed this video! I've been considering an Oliso because I hear great things, I've just never spent that much money on an iron! Perhaps I'll put one on my Christmas wishlist. Thanks for sharing!
This is very informational. Definitely can tell you are a professional in this craft. Thank you!
Very informative.... you explain so easily...
I have a Jenny Doan (MSQCo) Oliso iron and I just love it. Your video has shown me tips on how to use an iron and how to iron/press properly. Thank you so much.
We LOVE our Oliso(s) We have some arriving in within the next few weeks! My young daughters love using the mini to iron things!
Thanks for the update me on the iron! I like ironing items looks better specially shirts.
I bought a black and decker but it is
Blue! Ha I had purchased before the Rowenta and didn’t last much (2 years) and the reviews were bad. And expensive for me now.
I really like the price less than $15.00 and my surprise it has the space in the sole plate.
The reason is that toasters and iron have the same electric circuit. The only difference is how pretty they are, and others great features that I can live without.
It depends of how much the electrical circuit will endure and it isn’t for ever.
Thanks for sharing and also saw you with the crazy snow slider a fantastic idea I live now on snow place, CA! before. I am a quilter the brand sliders are expensive, excellent video.
Love your antique iron with stand.
My iron is dying. This is just the video I needed. Thanks!
Thank you Laura.
Thank you so much for sharing. I was actually looking for an iron and this was the perfect video from you. I'm so happy subscriber, thanks for all your tips for sharing your sewing knowledge with us.
Glad it was helpful!
Hello! Gabi, from Buenos Aires, Argentina here. I love your advice & ideas videos ! I find them very useful Thank you! .... to my question .. I had a senior moment and accidentally run my very hot steam iron over a piece of lining ( the silkiesh kind you find on the inside part of jackets ) it melted! I immediately run it over a piece of wet cloth on the edge of my ironing board and removed as much as I could. Then I run it over a wet towel. My iron now has a navy blue/ black patch!!! any ideas?? Thanks in advance !
Thanks for all the great tips. I just discovered your channel and I'm really enjoying it. I know I probably sound a little crazy, but ironing is my favorite part. I just love the clean crisp look I get on a finished item and how much easier it is to get nice straight seams.
I've had an Oliso iron for a good many years. I love it. I have shoulder problems and can't handle the heavier irons. I like not having to pick it up when I'm ironing. Thank for the info.
I love my Large Oliso iron, I've had it for over 2 years and it still works great! I've been sewing and ironing for over 40 years and I didn't know about the sole plate. Thanks! Love your video's. I always learn something. :)
Best Iron video....where did you get the wooden Pedestal for the Wool mat! I also love the wool bar that you used to press the seams open where do you get such items! I got my book in the mail that you signed by the way thank you Laura I love the book and I’m in the middle of two projects I’ll post the pictures when I’m done with them!
I love my Oreck breast cancer iron....use corded or cordless.
I have the large pink Oliso iron and I love it. I like the vintage iron. It’s neat to have as a design. It looks like the one from monopoly.
Good information for everyone.
Love the vintage iron. I would love to get one of those and a vintage kids tog sewing machine for my sewing room
I learned a lot of information I never knew about irons. Thanks
Hi Laura....I have a question for you again....I want to recover a large chair cushion cover....do you have a simple way for this....that will look nice........ps I used the scrub cap pattern of yours and made a lot of them for my daughter....thank you for that...sherry
Awesome video!
Another very knowledgeable tutorial. Love the products and tips you show. Thank you.
Laura, Do you have any tips for what to place under your wool pressing mat? I don't use steam on mine, I adjusted my iron to a moderate heat setting (too hot iron caused iron plate to gunk up). I had my cutting board under it, but the cutting board has begun to buckle/warp. I'm afraid to place it directly on any surface for fear it will damage that surface. Internet sleuthing on wool mat usage was not helpful at all....
Wow, I really learned a lot! Thanks, Laura!
Do you have a link for the pressing bar? Thanks for the great video. God loves you. God bless.
Whaat? A pocket to iron edges, Ive got to try this😃
Great tips! I want that Oliso iron!
Great video, you covered lots of important points.
Very helpfull explanation...i'd like to have an Oliso iron..Thanks to help with many advices..
Awesome info AND I learned some of it😝 thank you!
I never knew what the space was for between the body and the sole plate!
Was wondering what the quilt pattern is that you are pressing?
Hello,
Is there a difference beetwen yellow and pink one ?
Thank you for all your videos
Thank you so much. Really useful information.
The title of this video led me to think it was about great features in irons (plural). Instead it is a promotion for only Oliso irons. What about great features of other brands? Laura must be receiving a commission from the Oliso links.
Irons used to last forever, not anymore. They burn out quick.
Exactly, what I needed! Thank you!
In Europe, we have 220-230 V. I‘m not sure if you have 110V or 220V in Canada. Does the Oliso have a switch, so you could use it in America and in Europe?
I feel like you just sold me an iron.
I know your in Canada, Im in Tucson Az. We have extreme "hard water" here. If the iron calls for regular tap water but you use either distilled or spring water does it male a difference? How about when that water is steamed onto the fabric? Oblivious those waters have different chemicals.
I have the Oliso iron and I love it however I also have a steam generator which is wonderful but the only issue is the automatic shut off. I find myself not bothering with it because I sew slower then press and can’t wait for it to constantly heat up again. I wish they had a button that would bypass that automatic shut off. I can’t find a steam generator that bypasses it. Do u know of one?
Thank you, Laura, for the wonderful information. I learned a lot about irons. I didn't know about the opening at the front of the iron, that is a surprise. I have a question, On the small Oliso, if you don't use water in it, would that be good for extended life on it? Looking for your opinion. TYIA!
I don't think you can get the pink anymore. I did see a couple on e-Bay for $190-$199 or best offer...but if you want one for $150, it has to be gray.
good to know, thank you:)
I bought a pink one almost 2yrs ago for less than $150 at Joann's
does your big oliso iron get mega hot? i bought the mini pink one, but it does not get hot enough, so sad. my daughter has a mini iron smaller than the oliso and it gets mega hot for a small iron way hotter than the mini oliso.oh, but not i see oliso has a tendency to malfunction. i just really wanted a pink irons.
Do you have any opinion/experience/recommendations regarding the new irons that automatically do automatic temperature selection? Is it something reliable/recommended? For example, Philips has irons with OptimalTEMP feature and Braun had iCare.
Another question that I have is about the difference between normal iron and ironing station (separated water tank). How do they compare to one another?
Regarding steam production. How much is "enough"/usable? When do i need 40, 50, 60 or 240g/min?
Great video I needed this info ❤️
Over the years, I have found that fancy and expensive irons are not worth it. I buy the cheapest iron and NEVER put water into it. I spray/ sprinkle the fabric, let it sit, and then iron or press it. For quilting, I always starch the fabric.
That’s what we still do. With a pressing cloth
I am trying to figure out what to do about my Oliso Iron...generally is has been a disappointment but I do love a few features. this is my 3rd one is about 5 years...one was replaced under warranty. But I find they get terribly dirty and do not clean up well, they periodically spit out water as well as little bits of black rock-like things. ...all over my good fabric. Now that my 3rd one is doing this stuff I am at a loss. Can anyone offer advice??
My Oliso iron is not heating as it was when new. I'm thinking it may be plugged. Do you have any recommendations for additional cleaning beyond what you shared in the video that might help to prolong the life of the iron. I have looked on the company's website and can't find anything. I have loved this iron and want to be able to continue using it. Thanks.
I LOVE your pressing mat and stand! What size and thickness is it? And did you buy the stand or did crafty hubby make it?
it is a lap table from Ikea :)
@@SewVeryEasy Thank you for the reply. I went to look for one and its just cheap plastic now. I will be on the hunt for my own now that i know what to look for!
Why does my Ollie iron leaks water when I start to iron
I do not know, but I would contact them and I'm sure they will help you out :)
Thanks for the a very informative video. I have been looking for a cordless iron but i would like to get some more information on how they are when doing sewing projects any feedback and info that anyone has will be appreciated.
I have a Panasonic cordless iron with ceramic soleplate. It's been wonderful! I've used it for almost two years now. I do use distilled water in it and empty the reservoir when finished each day.
They all out of stock, except the mini ones......
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What is the wool pad holder?
it is just a table for your lap
This doesn’t appear to be a fair and impartial assessment of what to look for in an iron. IMHO, the video’s title is misleading because there appears to be more interest in highlighting the features of this particular iron than in sharing information on what to look for in a good iron in general. IMHO you should have told us whether or not you had received compensation of any sort for promoting this company’s irons.
Hehe I am first to like it...for the first time ever I am first 😉