Is Your Iron a Dud? Find the Perfect One with Me (Unboxing & Tips!)
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The iron dilemma - we've all been through it! Comparing my Reliable Maven (which is on the fritz but I will not give up), a new Rowenta and unboxing my brand new Sapporo Gravity Iron! Let me know what you think!
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I started out sewing garments when I was 10 years old. I absolutely love sewing all the things big & small! lol. My quilting journey began in 2015, but I still love quick & easy sews. Before becoming a quilter, I always bought $20 irons from Walmart. I purchased my first quilter’s iron in 2015; I splurged for a $50 iron at Walmart. lol. It’s still going strong today. However, I have never put water in it. I prefer using a misting bottle or spray starch. Last year I decided to try a cordless iron; I bought the Steamfast one from Amazon. It is my GO TO iron!
I’ve considered a cordless iron. Good to know. My iron is old and gets super hot. I bought a new one and it wasn’t super hot so I returned it. Went back to the old one…lol
Apparently SteamFast is an excellent brand. I had no idea!
LOL
I have had the same Rowena iron for almost 15 years now and it has never leaked. I love 💕 it.
I’ve had one over 20 years, never a leak problem
Same my Rowenta has never leaked. It must be certain models.
Yep, once I READ the instructions and followed them exactly, I never had another issue!
You are magic. The magic touch.
Magic. You are all magic.
I have had 3 Rowentas - all 3 have leaked!! I now have an Oliso and do love it. My first one just stopped working. Just stopped!! It was about 14 months old. I contacted Oliso since it had a 3 year warranty. Within the week I had a brand new iron at my door! No problems with this one but I have 2 1/2 years left on the warranty!! Can’t beat good great customer service! The iron has been great .
Yup, I'm in the process of getting a 2nd replacement for my Oliso iron. First one just stopped heating up one day. Lights kept blinking but never got a steady light and never heated up. 2nd one - Steam selector just stopped "clicking" one day and no steam. I should have never asked for this for Christmas! I'm so very disappointed and frustrated with it! I really wanted to like this iron. Only saving grace is that Oliso customer service is very good about replacing without much hassle.
I hear good and bad about Oliso. Nice that they have good customer service! I didn't have much luck with them.
LOL - I'm laughing at this because I just saw another of your comments where you said "I READ the instructions . . . " I'm sure you did here as well and it's the problem with the iron and not you -
@@TodayinJensSewingRoom 😅I only say that because if you start to probe someone with questions about whether or not they "followed the instructions", so many times you hear, "Oh, it's self-explanatory, you don't NEED to READ the instructions"! Things change and so do instructions on how-to turn on an iron! There are explicit instructions on how-to use an Oliso and I followed them to a "T". 😁
I never put water in my iron. I bought a misting bottle at Sally Beauty for water and also use Best Press or a similar product by Niagara. Had the same iron for years and very happy with it.
My 1981 GE steam iron died last summer, so I bought a $17 Sunbeam iron at the grocery store. It takes tap water and works great.
Lucky you! Those older irons worked so.much.better than today's overpriced junk on the market!
I loved my Sunbeam, worked fabulously, but the tank was too small and I could never see how much water was in it. For a regular iron, it was fantastic!
I got a gravity fed iron 2 years ago and I love it! I have an IV pole on wheels. Can’t believe I lived with a Rowenta for so long and it coast almost as much as the gravity fed iron.
Definitely gotta get that IV pole and get up and running!
There is an item here in Holland that sending back al those things (clothes included) that we think are not good enough causes a huge pile of waste.......
It does cause waste. I try to donate the ones that don't work anymore in case someone is looking for one to fix.
Reliable Irons are just fabulous
I have a Rowenta iron that I bought cheap from Walmart several years ago, and I actually like it better than my Oliso that I paid at least 4x as much for. The only annoying thing (very minor) about the Rowenta is that you can't see how much water you've put in the tank, but at least it doesn't make the constantly annoying noises like the Oliso does every single time you pick it up or set it down with the safety plate going in and out. And the Rowenta seems to stay consistently hot and steam better, although it does have a quicker auto shutoff.
That's one thing that drove me nuts about my Sunbeam, an inexpensive iron I used for years. I could never see how much water was in it!
I just got tired of buying bottles of distilled water. Also every time I turned around I was having to take the time to clean my iron. I stay in a VRBO house down in Florida on vacation and use their iron. I don’t want to spend time having to clean it with vinegar. I do however wipe the outside of it before I leave. So I went back to a method my mom taught me. I spray my clothes with water from a spray bottle . Then roll them up, place in a pillow case and put in freezer. I just use a dry iron and iron them. If I am sewing and have small area I just spray the area. I get great steam and it irons fantastic. I do still clean the outside of my iron and the holes. No more time spent cleaning iron with vinegar and no more money on distilled water.
What a unique idea! I've never heard of that. And great solution!
Over my many years of sewing, and quilting I have had many brands of irons. Some expensive and others cheap. Finally about 6 years ago I purchased a cordless Panasonic Iron and that is my iron of choice. It does have auto shut off but a pick of the iron turns it back on and it heats super fast. The best part is NO cord getting caught on the ironing board when ironing.
I've seen those! Debated but didn't want that small water tank.
I have had 4 rowenta irons, they all broke very quickly and all leaked lots of water. I was so frustrated so about four years ago I got a gravity fed iron, it's been fantastic, no regrets. They always WORK WITHOUT DUMPING WATER ON YOUR PROJECT! Cheers!
Yay! I'm looking forward to using this one!
I have the Reliable i300 profesional iron system. I have had it for years and I love, love, love it. I don't care for gravity fed system because I have no place or method to hang the tank. I'm not in favor of holes in ceiling and no room for IV stand. I use tap water and can iron all day. No problems. Love it!😊
I love my gravity feed iron have used one for twenty plus years and only replaced it once! I only use distilled water in the reservoir. There is a bit of a learning curve because it is industrial like and a bit weightier than domestic but oh what a beautiful job it does! Take care , and happy sewing!
Thanks! So good to know!
I’ve had a gravity fed iron for several years. It is works really well. My only reservation is that as a left-hander, I struggler a bit with the cord and hose that are attached on the right side of the iron. They are always in the way. My wish is that the manufacturers for these would put the hose/cord on the back like every other iron on the planet!
Yep, but you're a genius. All left handed people are geniuses. It's a trade off.
I had my first Rowenta for 25 years - no leaks, no problems at all, it just quit heating up one day. I've had my 2nd Rowenta now for 2 years - no leaking or problems. Love them!
You got a couple of good ones!
Eager to see how you make out with your gravity feed iron. Have been thinking of getting one for a while. If I do, I'll probably get it from Wawak. Waiting for Chapter 2 of your Iron Saga.
Me too! I'll keep you posted.
I have been sewing for over 70 years. I bot a rowenta over 20 years ago and it leaked. I bot a gravity feed Naomoto and it has been working ever since. I use distilled water and the crystals that came with it.
You got the good one!
This was so interesting for me! About a month ago I bought a new Reliable tank iron (gulp$!) to replace my Rowenta because.... small tank and LEAKS!! after buying many irons over the years I splurged on the Rowenta (a model similar to what you had) and it was great. Until it wasn't !! (10 months). I was not happy - and frustrated with the need to refill all. the. time!
So I REALLY splurged on the Reliable Maven 1401S and I LOVE it. I share your frustration about it turning itself off a wee bit too quickly, but it doesn't take much to get it going. I'm intrigued about your new one but I think the hanging tank and the two cords would bother me.
Now going to read my iron instructions about water - I thought I had read NOT to use distilled water.......
Happy steaming : )
I am resolved to get the Reliable going again. I still haven't set up the Sapporo yet and have been using the Reliable dry. I really do love that iron. I don't want to give it up!
I have the Sapporo gravity iron and I love it. I did have the thermostat go bad in it, but my husband was able to fix it because Wawak sells parts for it. I love the big water jug and it really produces lots of steam. I'd never go back to a regular iron I had to fill up constantly.
I am so glad to hear this. I debated about the brand but finally thought "just pick one!" The Sapporo it was!
I have been using the Rowenta Gravity iron for at least 15 years. I am on my second one. I love it. This one stopped steaming, so I ordered the Sapporo iron that you ordered. I haven't started using it since my husband took my Rowenta apart and cleaned the inside and it has worked perfectly ever since. I am holding onto the Sapporo because I'm sure the Rowenta will stop again. I will be watching for your review.
Let me know how it goes for you!
Jen I had the gravity iron (Reliable) and I used a hook in the ceiling to hold the water tank. I also had the IV pole. Personally, I didn't like the iron so I sold it pole and all to a friend who loves it. I have for several years the Rowenta Perfect Steam with a water tank and love it. Had the Rowenta Steam Station...dropped and broke the seal😭...loved that iron more. Both Rowentas gave great steam and no auto shut off. I used 1 part distilled water and 1 part tap water in both irons.
You are the exception, I think - went from gravity fed to Rowenta! I'm so glad to hear it worked for you. I think you're the only one!
Ive had many irons over my 54 years of marriage and have never really found my dream iron !! My latest is a Singer which l like but alas has started leaking like all the others ...it seems the search continues😊
Ah, the search continues . . .
Hi Jen, I’m almost frightened to mention how old my iron is. I think I bought it when I was going to make my daughters wedding dress. That was 26 years ago😮🤨!!! It’s still going strong, it’s just a regular seam iron, it was inexpensive at the time. It’s made by Kambrook which was made here in Australia. I don’t know if you can still buy them now or if the company is still in existence 😮 I always use distilled water in it and always empty it when I’m finished using it. There has been a lot of times over the years when it’s been used every day. Now that I’ve told you all of this it might just give up, I do hope not as I wouldn’t know what to buy. Happy sewing. 🧵🪡🇦🇺
I think the reason it's still going is the care you've taken to ensure that. Well done!
Use distilled water. I learned by sad experience that replacing the filter beads is messy and any debris/mineral that passes to the iron will jam the switch. Now using distill and absolutely love my gravity iron.
Definitely will.
My amazing Bosch irons were failing and I couldn’t get another. I bought a Rowenta iron for its steam function but it is SO heavy I hated it. Ended up with a top of range Tefal which is so smooth it is fabulous!! Early days yet………😊. Good Luck. Lynne
Oooh, excellent choice!
Many years ago I had a T-Fal 5335 Aquaspeed. My husband bought me an Oluso, it lasted a year and a half and started leaking, so we then purchased a Rowena with the water tank and after about 2 years it started leaking so we bought another one thinking that was a fluke. Again in about a year and a half working with that iron it leaked. Mr husband purchased a Reliable with he water tank. It didn’t have settings for linen, cotton, etc and it is sitting in a box as Fabrucville Canada doesn’t accept returns on them, so I dug out my old T-Fal. It steams and presses as well as the Rowenta and gave had no problems with it.
Man! You've been through them!
My biggest complaint on my Rowenta I have had for about 2 years. Its just a home type. Sew a bit and do some altering. The iron has worked fine so far, lots of steam, tap water, no leaks. Yes auto shut off is a bit annoying but it heats up quite fast. My biggest complaint is the dark plastic water container. I can't see how much water is in it!! It is also awkward to fill so I end up often spilling. So far tho it works fine. The appliance industry, large or small is made to quit working fairly soon. Gone are the days of having an iron or most appliances for many years. Half the life quadruple the price.
That was what drove me crazy about my old Sunbeam!
I loved my first Rowenta. However, after I dropped it, the replacement leaked pretty quickly. I was told their quality went down when they started selling in big box stores. I now have a Reliable--pricey, but it doesn't leak. Yes, the shut-off feature drives me crazy, too.
I realised after carefully reading the Rowenta box that it says "German engineering" instead of "German made." It's actually made in China. I get as many things from China as the next American, but I think that says a lot. Made to be disposable. So sad.
Hey Jen!
I agree with going for the good stuff. I am team Rowenta Steam Generator for the past 20 years. I've only had two, and my second one is dying a slow death. I think 2 in 20 years is pretty good. Go for the good stuff! You deserve it!😊
I think you've done well!
Good luck with the new iron, me, not fond of that style. I bought not long after you did the report on the reliable Maven , that exact one. I loved it wasn’t too heavy , all the good points you made then . Still am using it - works and steams great. Just 2 cons. Like you said it turns off quickly and there is no continuous steam - I have to hold it button constantly down. Otherwise you have me at least a great review. Thanks for doing such good work and so many tips too.
I am thrilled that you love your Maven! I still haven't given up on mine, using it dry right now. I'm waiting for a new filter so hopefully it'll fix it. I really do love that thing, save the auto-shut off.
it was crazy when you touched the iron. and jen I recommend you read the instructions 😮😊
What a concept. Read the instructions. I am known for not doing that! Although nothing was even close to being plugged in, so I think I was ok. None of the irons were hot or connected to a power source.
I am looking forward to hearing what you think of your new Sapporo! I have a Rowenta, but only use it for crafts as it never steamed well. I’ve never tried a tank or gravity feed iron. I use a PureSteam 1700 watt iron, have had it about 5 years, and love it! Someone on TH-cam tested many irons, Rowenta models included, and recommended the PureSteam. Uses tap water, and has a great self-clean function. And, it is also a vertical steamer! Jen, it would be the perfect, inexpensive back-up for you :)
I've never heard of PureSteam, but I'm glad to have that in my head in case I'm in this situation again. Thanks!
@@TodayinJensSewingRoom Oops, I spelled it wrong S/B Pur-Steam!!! Are you loving your new iron? Hope you’re having an excellent day :)
I’ve gone through so many irons. I will NEVER buy Rowena’s again. I bought an Oliso and have never had an issue. Best ever. I wish they would make a switch to toggle between auto shutoff and not shutting off. It’s frustrating to wait for it to heat up.
That toggle - it's on some irons but not others. We probably just have to wait until the manufacturers wise up!
Hi Jen, i have an older Rowenta, and other than the annoying auto shut off, I've never had any problems with it.
Annoying indeed!
I always used distilled water in irons regardless of what the instructions say. Now, because I've read so many sewists' and quilters horror storied about rust dribbling out from their irons, I don't put water in my irons anymore. I use a spray bottle: Spray the fabric well, roll up the fabric and let sit for several minutes to let the moisture penetrate (pre-cutting), then iron with a dry iron. I've found this way so much more effective for getting stubborn wrinkles out of fabric. Hope you find your perfect iron, Jen. Buying them is a pain!
Great idea!
I had the same experience with a Rowanta which started leaking almost immediately. Very frustrating! I now use a $20 Panasonic that is cordless and uses tap water. I’ve had it for over a year now and no issues whatsoever. Lots of heat, lots of steam! The auto shut-off does drive me bananas though. 😂
I remember when you got that. I considered it very briefly but knew I wanted that big water tank. But cordless - what an advantage!
I’ve had my Rowenta for 20 years. I looked it says made in China. It’s fallen off my ironing board many times. Still works like a champ. Never leaks, great steam. I use spring water and it works great.
You got a good one!
I also got a leaky Rowenta. Uggg. Then I got a reliant. Big learning curve. I'm with you on that cut off. That really bugs me. I got a steam plate and had for it and ended up taking it off due to condensation and dripping. I'm still using the reliant. Their customer service answered some questions for me when I was in the learning curve. I'll be interested to hear your review od the new iron.
Those Rowentas - they're the worst.
Were you reading my mind? I was just in my sewing room thinking that I really need a new iron. I have had 2 Rowena’s and they both leaked, tossed them out. Will never buy one again. I did not know that was an issue with them. I’m using a cheap iron I got at Big Lots and keep telling myself I need to get an iron but haven’t gotten around to it. I may check out a gravity feed.
If it works, I wouldn't fix it. I just wanted that big tank. Otherwise I'd still be using my old Sunbeam!
I had a regular Rowenta and hated the auto shut off and constant filling. It never leaked, but i splurged for the Rowenta tank type. No auto shutoff and the tank lasts quite a while. I love that as long as you press the steam button, it steams (in any direction) and if you don't, it doesn't! I've had it for about 4 years now and it works fine. I've got softened tap water, so I use spring water from the store because it does say no distilled. Mine was made in Germany and I've read where that is supposed to be better quality control, but who knows. When this one gives up, I'll probably look into a gravity fed.
I am so glad to hear that you got one 1-made in Germany and 2-doesn't leak!
My Rowenta never leaked! I can’t believe it. My present iron, which I have a love/hate relationship with, has regular tap water used and that crazy shut-off that you spoke of on your large tank iron. Personally, if money wasn’t an issue, I’d get a professional iron like I seen at Let’s Sew (Evansville fabric store). The tank was huge and the iron is smaller but heavy. So I’m going to be looking forward to your opinion on this one. So, get sewing Jen and let us know your true opinion🥰
I vote for the IV pole😂
Getting the IV pole! And what kind of witchcraft (LOL) is this that your Rowenta never leaked! You must have the magic touch! Honestly I'm really glad to hear that there apparently are the Rowenta's here and there, probably very well cared for, that work for years. And the $ thing - I think if you want a quality one that's made for people who sew, you just end up spending at least $80 and sometimes up to $200 for the non-gravity ones.
I gotta get that IV pole . . .
@@TodayinJensSewingRoom 😂
I found a Rowenta tank iron at a estate sale a couple of months ago and I am in love!!! It’s a older model and works like a tank!!! I only paid $15 for it. I only use distilled water in it. No problems 🤞. Hope you enjoy your new “toy”!!! 😘😎🌵🤠
I think you got one of the German ones. Smart girl using distilled water! xox
So today I got an iron from Amazon for $15.00. I believe it is a Black n Decker. Maybe it is good, maybe not. But I have spent lots of money on better irons only to have to replace them within a few years. I have had leaking problems, one just quit heating up, I have dropped one, etc. Since I am having to replace so often, I am going the “disposable iron” route and see how that works out! I am interested in a follow-up video. And yes, I have had Rowena’s art least three times…. Not worth the price
You know, at one point I got one of the old silver and black ones with the red steam button. It worked great! That's been years ago-
I’ve had a gravity fed iron like this for a couple years now and I love the steam, the weight, the heat and the fact it is not auto shutoff. Not sure when that all became a thing, apparently people can’t turn their irons off. In about 50 years, I have never failed to unplug my iron. Ever. It’s not hard, and I don’t need the iron company shutting it off for me. Whoa,, soapbox. Yes, had a Rowenta, 2 of them, loved them, one lasted 25 years or so, my husband fixed the leak, the only one that ever happened. I loved that iron. The weight, everything about it. But now, I’ve got the water tank hanging on a ceiling joist, it isn’t that heavy to hang, and I love, love love it. Closest to the old Rowenta, my first love. Take care. Good luck. Completely get the quest for a good iron.
Amen to not needing the iron company to turn off my iron!
I'm so glad to hear you love your gravity! You must have taken good care of your Rowenta for it to have lasted that long. And that auto-turn off, you'd think it was a law or something. I always have turned mine off too. No housefires for you or me!
I have a Singer steam iron I bought at Joann's and it works great!
I just saw where Grace @sewlovelywithgrace got a Singer and didn't have the greatest experience - although they're sending her a new one so we'll see!
@@TodayinJensSewingRoom Well, hopefully I’ll be the exception! 🤗❤️
I have a Rowena iron, I don’t use it anymore because it does leak and the steam is not very good. When I need to iron clothes, I have a Chi iron that does a fantastic job. The steam from that iron will blast you into space and scald you bald. The only bad thing about it, is it has auto shutoff. I tried the same iron that you got, but i returned it because the handle got so hot it was uncomfortable to use high heat, so what’s the point? I bought a Reliable tank iron on your recommendation and I love it, even though it has auto shutoff. It’s still going strong, I use distilled water in every iron, I don’t care what the directions say, my water is not for irons. My husband won’t drink it, I bought him a gravity purifier, just to satisfy him. I drink it, I’m used to it.
I hope that iron works out for you better than for me. Maybe I just got a dud. Let us know how it goes!😊
I have a gravity feed iron. Love it!! You will enjoy it.
Thanks! I love hearing that!
It’s amazing to hear how many people have had the same problem with Rowena irons. To think that they are still in stores is even more amazing. I too fell into the Rowena phase and had the same issues. 3 Rowentas later, I gave up.🤷♀I found a Ninja iron at Target 3 ears ago and so far, so good. I had looked at the gravity fed irons but, 3 years ago, they were out of my price range. Your Amazon find is a little more doable, especially if you are not sure if you will like its functionality. I don’t see as much as you but, I do see the perk of not having to fill the water tank every time you turn around. Now that I am retired, I hope to have more time to sew. Maybe then I can think about upgrading. Will see how long my Ninja holds out.🤞and look forward to an update or review from you.
Speaking of reviews, I have been meaning to ask you about your serger. I remember when you first got it. Any likes or dislikes about it?
Last, thank you for sharing the devotional channel. I read a devotional and scripture every morning and supplement throughout the week with various TH-cam channels that local churches share so, this will be a refreshing addition for Spring. God bless you and thank you for all of the time and effort you put into your channel.🥰
My friend Mari @marisews uses a Chi iron she found at Walmart and loves it - it was relatively inexpensive. I used a Sunbeam for years and would have kept it if it hadn't had a blue plastic tank where I couldn't see how much water was in it. Mari's Chi is serving her well! So no surprise that althought Ninja isn't up there as a big deal brand, it is serving you well. If it ain't broke don't fix it, right? Sometimes the cheaper, more widely available ones work better than the fancy ones.
My Juki serger was totally worth the $. I've had zero problems with it and it threads (and sews) like a dream. The only thing I wish it had is a free arm - but I don't miss that a bit.
I've been watching a lot more channels that are devotional and informational. In fact, I was screaming at my computer yesterday over a strong Christian (Alan Parr) who was responding to a video done by someone who "deconstructed" her faith and now is no longer a Christian. Literally - screaming! My husband said my spiritual gift was showing (prophecy, where you always speak the truth and highlight the truth and have zero patience with those who dilute and distort it). Man, I'm still mad about that! It's the most basic of sins, the abject pride that assumes we know more than God. What bold hubris that woman has. My husband reminded me of Philippians 2 - "every knee will bow, every tongue confess." Oh yes we will.
Anyway - thanks for appreciating my little thing at the end. I try and witness where I can short of being a full-on evangelist - not my gift clearly when I'm ready to just go after that foolish woman and give her a good talking-to. Like God needs any help LOL
I have the Reliable Maven 140IS and I love it all but the auto shut off as being a quilter that is a feature I don't wish to have.
I would love to have an iron without the auto shut off feature. I will be looking forward to you posting how you like the Sapporo gravity iron.
Thanks. :)
I love that Reliable Maven. Still using it dry as I haven't figured out how I want to hang the tank on the Sapporo. But I'm looking forward to using it.
I had a rowenta years ago and it spits and leaks. I love my Reliable iron. Still works and generates good steam but the going to sleep drives me crazy too. Cant wait to hear about your new gravity iron.
And you're the reason I have the Maven! Great irons.
I have had two Rowenta irons - the first was made in China, not Germany, and I sent it to be repaired at a U.S. address some years ago but now I don't remember why - I think it basically just stopped working. I also have backup irons, a GE and a Norelco, that belonged to family members who passed and I thought, well, just in case I'll keep these. I've actually found the older Norelco to be quite good. A couple of months ago I saw a fairly new Rowenta that was made in Germany and a gravity-feed Reliable at Goodwill at the same time! I decided I "needed" one of them...and after much deliberation took the Rowenta for 10 bucks instead of the Reliable for $125 as that just seemed more than I need - and of course, I've continued to second-guess myself ever since...I had heard that the Rowentas that are actually made in Germany are better, and I am liking it in terms of it being heavy and giving a great result but if I fill it all the way it does leak, so I have to keep that in mind. It says "Made in Germany" in very large print right on the side of the water canister part of the iron as it seems to be a selling feature, not just something you find on the soleplate next to the item number. I was also surprised to find that tap water is recommended, as that can vary so much from place to place in quality as I understand it, but yeah, they tell you not to use distilled water although I haven't tried to find out why. Good luck with your new iron!!!
I had a Rowenta and it did end up leaking. A lot of irons require regular water with minerals in order to create proper steam. As you know I don’t like my Oliso. I will be watching the comments to see what people like. I definitely use the steam feature on an iron.
I think that's the best part of any video - the helpful comments! Still haven't set up the gravity fed one yet. I'm waffling about the IV pole vs. hook in the ceiling.
I really like the type of iron you just purchased. I worked at an alteration shop and that what they had. Enjoy you new iron. I had two Rowents iron and disliked them. Strongly disliked them. Now I just go to Walmart and buy an iron and use it til it dies.
I am anxious to see how this one works for you. I just need an iron. I ironed when I was three years old with my mother and when she had to.work I ironed with our housekeeper and with my great aunt. Ironing relaxes me.😁 Thank yoh!
Hahaha! I grew up having to iron sheets, pillow cases and use starch on everything. Also had to iron those blasted crocheted doilies that were shaped and left to dry over soda pop bottles and then put under lamps as decorations! lol 🤣
Me too! I like all things laundry. I would never have minded ironing with one of those pop bottles that had holes poked in the cap and were filled with water. I remember my grandmother using one.
I bought the same iron Whitney (Tomkat Stitchery) has from Wawak. I love it!
Yay! I debated but the Amazon one was a little cheaper.
Hi Jen, I have a Rowenta and it's okay but only okay. I also have a gravity feed iron similar to the one you just purchased and it has worked wonderfully for me. I bought an IV pole so that it could be portable and the greatest thing about it, no auto shutoff! I do think you will enjoy using it. Best wishes.
Thanks Marie! I'm getting that IV pole just as soon as I finish answering all these comments - which are really helpful!
😂 You just turned off my sewing room!!! Thank goodness for a smart plug!!! My Rowenta leaked and then gave up the ghost. I do like my gravity feed iron but I admit to a couple of scary moments before getting use to no timer and before a smartplug. I now turn it on and immediately tell Alexa to turn off in an hour. Not perfect but close!!😊
LOL I did the same thing over and over while I was editing. It was hilarious. What a great idea to tell Alexa to turn it off in an hour! Thanks!
Oh those ironing troubles. I have a Tefal iron that I got quite a while ago, it is the sort of home iron that has a small tank but it was better than my twenty year old Bosch iron. Like you said I find I am always having to fill the thing up, so anoying.
Never seen those gravity fed irons here in the UK but they look good. A bit like Intra-vinus ironing. Never considered using distilled water so yes my iron clogs right up.
I’ve always had Tefal irons(made in France. I’ve never had trouble with them.
I've heard those are really good.
I get you on the water , I suggest using spring water. I have not have a problem yet. I feel your pain. How did they make irons back when clothes needed to be ironed? We are a retired military family, we got an iron when we got married I ironed a lot of uniforms. That iron lasted for 20plus years. One day it hit the floor, thinly search for an iron began. Some of the newer irons. won't work with distilled water. Love the gravity fed but discovered they were on the heavy side and it was fatiguing.
Good point about it being heavy. Remember the black irons with the chrome and little red steam buttons? Those were the best. Sometimes you can find them in thrift stores.
I had three Rowenta's back in the day and it leaked. Not a good iron. Never again.
Never!
All my Rowenta leaked. I’ll never get another one. I hate auto shut off also. It’s always shutting off right in the middle of my ironing some thing. I would love to get a gravity fed iron. So I’ll be anxiously awaiting your experience with it.
Maybe it's time for either a really cheap one or a really expensive one!
I found a Panasonic from the thrift store that works fantastic!
One more thing, DO NOT use distilled water! Use FILTERED water, like from a Brita pitcher. That is key!
Thank you! I will! I'd far rather buy a Brita pitcher once than gallon after gallon of distilled water!
I had a quilting store owner tell me that when buying a Rowenta make sure the box says made in Germany.
Yep - I later read the box more carefully and realised it said "German engineering" and then "made in China." I'm not even sure they make them in Germany anymore. Everything in the world, it seems, has gone disposable.
I’m not sure where I sit with this ‘use it and send it back’ as a ‘quick fix’. I guess if you don’t mind buying a used product ‘as new for full price’ then it’s one thing but if you would want discount on an item like that then you’re basically taking someone’s profit margin. Normally I would let it slide but then you finish with a religious quotation. I’m not saying that you’ve done something wrong but I do question if this same culture isn’t helping the smaller businesses. Sorry I don’t mean to be a Debbie Downer…
(I mention it as it ‘could’ appear that you condone the practice)
Honestly, I agree with you. I think if I was someone who did this on a regular basis you'd be right. I don't know if Walmart just puts it back in the box and on the shelf - but I can say that I put it back exactly as I found it, wrapped in the plastic carefully and the cord wound perfectly. And Walmart's profit margin - that's a tough one because it's not fair to cherry pick who gets a good profit and who doesn't.
I had to do an essay when I was in school (Critical Thinking class, went back to college at age 50) and had my eyes opened to the way places like Walmart have ruined small towns. It's easy to think they're providing jobs, helping us with cheap prices, but they've run all the small businesses out of town. So sad - which is why I've always gone to small bookstores to feed my book habit, plus local hardware stores when I need something specific. I always try and eat at the local restaurants and buy local when I can. Obviously in this case it was a quick fix, but it easily could have been a "try it and see if you like it" situation. My good friend Andra @andramakes is always telling me to skip Starbucks and find a local coffee shop. I do that when I'm not in a hurry or am somewhere close to one.
This is such a great topic and I'm glad you brought it up. I think I'll try and address it in a Friday Sews video. It's a great discussion. Thanks!
@@TodayinJensSewingRoom Thank Jen, I’m so glad I didn’t (at least I hope I didn’t) upset you because that really was not my intention. I was only concerned that others might have taken your lead in a far less considered way. Of course the ease of being able to send things back also draws people to those places. I use Amazon rather more than I should as shopping for goods… with all those ‘peoply people’ around I find it stressful. I try to stick to the small sellers that use Amazon as their ‘shop window’ to make up for it. Thanks again for responding with such grace. Xx
Karen Brown of YT Just Get It Done Quilts has a very informative video on Leaking Irons and other iron related info. th-cam.com/video/_QcDKr3dkFM/w-d-xo.html
Personally, I loved my Rowenta's and got at least 8 - 9 years out of each one and could have probably gotten longer if I had taken the last one apart and un-kinked the electrical cord close to the base and re-connected.
I received an Oliso TG1600 for Christmas 2023 and I'm requesting my 2nd replacement today due to the steam selector not working. The first one got returned/replaced because it wouldn't heat up after a few months. Absolutely ridiculous for this expensive of an iron to have soooo many manufacturing issues! I will never own another Oliso!
Thank you so much! I watched both the video you recommended and her video on how she built her ironing board. Such good stuff.
I also had an Oliso that I got used from a quilter. It quit pretty much right after I got it. Such a disappointment and the company was no help at all. Nope, no more expensive Oliso's for me either!