Things You'll Need:
- Iron
- Ironing board
- Towel
- Paper bag
- Steamer
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Step 1
If the shirt has buttons, unbutton them.
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Step 2
Lay the shirt down flat on an ironing board, chest side facing up.
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Step 3
Start at the point of the collar and work your way toward the middle.
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Step 4
Iron the yoke by placing one shoulder over the narrow end of the ironing board. Repeat with the other shoulder.
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Step 5
Working down from the underarm, iron the sleeves.
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Step 6
Open the cuffs and iron them flat.
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Step 7
Slip the shirt over the wide end of the board and iron the back.
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Step 8
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.
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Step 9
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.
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Step 10
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.
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Step 11
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.









