How to Iron a Shirt

Iron a Shirt

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Tired of iron-shaped burns ruining your shirts, not to mention any chance of a second date? Well, with these simple steps, your shirts will remain impeccably pressed and burn free.

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Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

Iron
Ironing board
Towel
Paper bag
Steamer

Step1

If the shirt has buttons, unbutton them.

Step2

Lay the shirt down flat on an ironing board, chest side facing up.

Step3

Start at the point of the collar and work your way toward the middle.

Step4

Iron the yoke by placing one shoulder over the narrow end of the ironing board. Repeat with the other shoulder.

Step5

Working down from the underarm, iron the sleeves.

Step6

Open the cuffs and iron them flat.

Step7

Slip the shirt over the wide end of the board and iron the back.

Step8

Iron the front of the shirt, one half at a time. If the shirt doesn't open in the front, slip it over the board before ironing the front.

Step9

If the shirt is made of silk, wool or lace, iron it inside out. Lift and lower the iron instead of using a back-and-forth movement. Place a paper bag or tissue paper under folds or seams to prevent imprinting inside detail.

Step10

If the shirt contains sequins, beads or metallic fabric, lay it on a towel to create a softer surface, and iron on a low setting.

Step11

If the shirt is made of velvet, use a steamer. If you don't have a steamer or steaming iron, hang the shirt in the bathroom while a hot shower runs.