Berny Posted October 16, 2007 Report Share Posted October 16, 2007 I usually put my backing on, then use my steam iron to iron it. My iron is very heavy and my shoulder is giving out. I thought that I would look into buying a steamer as the water would be in the base and wouldn't be as heavy. Does anyone use a steamer?? If so, how does it work and which brand do you suggest?? Thanks, Berny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SonjaHammond Posted October 16, 2007 Report Share Posted October 16, 2007 Hi Berny: I have a Shark steamer and love it. I use it almost every day. I got it a Target when it was on sale. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BethDurand Posted October 16, 2007 Report Share Posted October 16, 2007 I've got a Rowenta iron with the water in the base. Base sits on the floor, and the iron is so much lighter. Holds gallons of water too! The iron doesn't steam unless I push the trigger under the handle, so when I'm trying to use the iron tip to open a seam, I'm not getting a steam facial at the same time. However, when you do want steam, that puppy could make a Sharpei dog smooth! Beth Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bonnie Posted October 16, 2007 Report Share Posted October 16, 2007 Berny, I dont' have either of these (I got mine before the store), but after selling the Shark products at a Quilt store...we sold the Steamer, and the Iron... I can honetly say that anything "Shark" is a good buy. A bit more costly, but they are heavy and very durable...you can't go wrong for yourself or your money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QUILTERCAC Posted October 17, 2007 Report Share Posted October 17, 2007 I have a Euro Pro and love mine. Big enought tank to do a large quilt without having to stop and refill. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penpal83 Posted October 17, 2007 Report Share Posted October 17, 2007 I also Have the Euro Pro. Bought one after I saw it here on a forum. Love it. It has lots of pressure so it gets through all the layers. Tried the trick of steaming the batting and bonnie was right made it soft and no pokeys. Penny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yeoldeforest Posted October 17, 2007 Report Share Posted October 17, 2007 Got my steamer at Walmart for about $50. The reach isn't the greatest but really works nicely on getting wrinkles out of batting. I have to hold the tank and flexible handle for the bigger quilts when I'm reaching to the top of the quilt but it's not heavy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
digisuz Posted October 18, 2007 Report Share Posted October 18, 2007 I saw a nice-looking new steamer on TV - its called the TOBI and the demonstrations were impressive. They say its professional quality, yet light weight. I don't know how it compares in cost to other steamers. I think the TOBI is around $120. Best Wishes Suzanne Moreno, Digitizing Instructor Digitizing for CompuQuilter Course Book and Lessons cqdigi@charter.net 541.660.8053 in Grants Pass, Oregon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yeoldeforest Posted October 18, 2007 Report Share Posted October 18, 2007 Homedics Commercial Garment Steamer Just saw a posting on Hancock's Fabric today - regularly $79.99, on-sale this week for $39.99. Free shipping if order is greater than $40 Go to http://www.hancockfabrics.com/ then put in "homedics" in the Search box Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kennan100 Posted October 18, 2007 Report Share Posted October 18, 2007 I saw the TOBI on TV also, and thought about using it for quilting. Has anyone used one? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Berny Posted October 29, 2007 Author Report Share Posted October 29, 2007 Hi Everyone, Thank-you for all your suggestions. We went shopping in Great Falls. Unfortunately I had a choice of two - The Shark and the Rowenta. I went with the Shark as on Joann\'s website two customers said that the end of their steamer broke off. I will try mine today. Thanks again. Berny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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