Precision Quilting Tools 13" x 17" Wool Ironing Mat for Quilting - 100% New Zealand Wool Pressing Pad, Ironing Station Which Retains Heat – Great for Quilting & Sewing Notions!
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On the label, it says China.
Isn't that exactly what the wool mat is for?
I'm baffled as to why this has occurred. I've had no problems with mine after over two years of use, and the mat should only contain wool. I would gladly accept it back. Also, I'm sorry for having to clean gunk off my iron—- It's a dreadful job to have.
Precision Quilting Tools designs their products in the United States, and this mat is made in China with New Zealand wool.
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I was skeptical when I bought this mat, thinking it was just another quilting fad gadget that might or might not live up to the hype. I looked online for alternatives and found this one to be the best combination of size and price. I was blown away by the quality of the felted wool and the smoothness of the surface when it arrived. I'm even more impressed now that I've had a chance to use it. I like it so much that I'm thinking about getting another one, this time in a smaller size, to keep by my side while piecing quilt blocks. I use the large one on my large ironing board and find it to be extremely useful for pressing pieced borders and large blocks ( 12"), as well as hand and machine embroidery. This mat has a special place in my heart.
When I received it in January, I had no problems ironing seams and small blocks. Making bias tape proved difficult for me when I decided to make masks to protect my family and friends. I used to be able to iron the creases out of the bias tape as it came out of the bias tape maker with my previous ironing boards. My iron's cotton setting was probably too hot when I did that with this mat. The wool turned orange (damaging the cotton I was using) and, more concerning, left a sticky black residue on my (T-shirt). Iron (false) The next day, instead of making masks, I spent four hours cleaning the plate of my iron. I returned to mask making, tossing the fabric I’d been using (hey,’m working through stash fabric, maybe I’m mistaken about fiber content) and switched to The same thing was happening in a matter of minutes, as I could tell by the odor! I cleaned up the black, gooey mess for another couple of hours. That iron was thoroughly cleaned. Is it possible that something has gotten stuck in the steam tank? I rinsed my hair with vinegar. Is it possible that something got stuck in the iron plate? Everything was sanitized and rinsed. I walked upstairs with my iron and flipped my wool pad to the other side. My wool mat was immediately covered in sticky gunk and fuzz. I'm extremely dissatisfied with this outcome. No matter how convenient, it's not worth ruining fabric or my iron (I had to use abrasive cleaners on my iron at this point - which has been performing admirably for the past 15 years - As a result, I may need to replace it because the coating has deteriorated in some areas. Is it possible for me to return this pad at this time?.
My iron becomes caked with gunk every time I try to use it. I've tried both sides of the coin! I know I have some patchwork pieces that need to be cleaned, and I'm hoping that I'll be able to do so. I'm extremely disappointed! We will be back! I didn't use any starch or pressing sprays, just in case you were wondering. My iron was devoid of water, so there was no steam to be produced.
I'm a hero because I bought it, she thinks. I bought this mat for my wife and followed all of her instructions to the letter. She has expressed her gratitude for my work, so I must have done a good job. br>br>She claims it flatters the blocks by making pressing the seams easier. When she is in a good mood. I'm giddy with delight.
I've only had this pressing mat for two days and I'm already praising it! I'm making a quilt with drunkards path blocks, and some of the fabric is wrinkling terribly. The blocks are difficult to press because they are easily distorted, but I've discovered that spritzing them lightly with water and pressing them on the wool mat, rather than ironing them, removes the wrinkles beautifully! I'm so happy I bought this fantastic pressing mat. Believe me when I say it's worth every penny!.
Prior to purchasing this mat, I should have read the negative reviews. I received this and used it only to discover that the pad melts even when I use the wool setting on my iron. What a letdown, and what a pain to get back. I bought this one because I thought it was the original 100% New Zealand wool pressing mat and made in New Zealand. Nope. It must contain a fiber other than wool (though it states 100% wool) and it is made in China. br>The steps are as follows: "Use the iron setting that is most appropriate for your fabric," but the cotton setting covered my iron plate in black sticky stuff that won't come off. I cleaned the iron plate and let it cool before attempting the wool setting again. The "wool" was still melted, and the iron had a black residue. Some of them are obstinately resistant to removal. I think I'll need to get a new iron as well. I'm angry because I've been taken advantage of. I'd like a refund because it's no better than an ordinary ironing board.
However, after reading reviews on wool ironing mats, I decided to purchase this one due to its portability and low cost. I was blown away by how much it improved my ironing results! I'll tell any sewer I know about it and encourage them to buy it. I would buy another one if I ironed larger items, but for my needs, small projects, this is the perfect size.
I hesitated to buy this, but I'm glad I did. I now have a dual-purpose workstation that is extremely convenient and simple to operate. I'm trying out the wool ironing mat for the first time, and I'm really enjoying it. I place my ironing mat on top of my cutting mat so that I can sew while turning and ironing. My work is more efficient and precise.
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