Things You'll Need:
- Steamer (or Iron with a Steam Setting)
- Velvaboard (optional)
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Step 1
Empty all water from the iron. Any water that leaks out could leave a mark on the gown.
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Step 2
Set iron to a medium heat with no steam.
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Step 3
Lay a thick towel on the ironing board if your dress has any decoration on it such as beading or lace.
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Step 4
Turn the gown inside out and lay it on the ironing board. Or, you can leave the gown right-side out and lay a clean piece of white cloth between the gown and the iron.
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Step 5
Press the bodice.
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Step 6
Press the sleeves. Wear a pressing mitt and slide your hand into the sleeve. Iron the sleeve against the mitt. If you don't have a pressing mitt, you can use a clean hot pad instead.
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Step 7
Stuff tissue paper into the sleeves to help them remain wrinkle-free if you don't plan on wearing it soon.
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Step 8
Press the skirt.
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Step 9
Hang the gown in a doorway a safe place to keep it wrinkle-free. If you need to transport the gown, place it in a garment bag.
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Step 1
Hang the gown inside out.
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Step 2
Use a steamer or the steam setting on an iron.
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Step 3
Test a small area first using the following steps.
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Step 4
Hold the iron or steamer about half an inch from the fabric. Remember, you will be steaming the back of the velvet.
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Step 5
Wave the iron or steamer over the fabric slowly.
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Step 6
Inspect both sides of the fabric. If there is no damage, continue steaming small sections of the velvet.
