Things You'll Need:
- Steam Iron
- Ironing Board with padded cover
- Pressing Cloth
- Distilled water
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Step 1
Know your iron's compatibility with fabrics. Read the instruction manual to get acquainted with the various settings for delicate fabrics, especially if you have never worked with taffeta before.
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Step 2
Set iron on a low (delicate) setting if you do not intend to use a pressing cloth. Taffeta will discolor and scorch easily at higher temperatures. When using a pressing cloth, set temperature to a medium heat or the lowest steam setting. Add distilled water to the iron's reservoir. Dry the area, iron cover and plate so that water does not directly touch the fabric.
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Step 3
Lay wrinkled fabric over the narrow end of the ironing board. When ironing draperies or long gowns, use a chair to hold the length of the fabric. This will help to prevent the item from constantly slipping off the ironing board.
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Step 4
Place pressing cloth over fabric. Apply heated iron with firm pressure, using steam function sparingly. Move iron back and forth over wrinkled area. Lift pressing cloth to check progress.
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Step 5
Iron with light pressure, moving in a circular motion, when you are not using a pressing cloth. Do not rest the iron in one spot and do not use steam or spray water directly on the fabric.
