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Ironing Vintage Woman's Pajamas

Discussion in 'PUBLIC Vintage Fashion - Ask Questions Get Answers' started by yumyumvintage, Mar 8, 2017.

  1. yumyumvintage

    yumyumvintage VFG Member

    Trying to press some women's acetate pajamas I have some gown and pajama sets and it is hellish ironing them out. Any tips would be appreciated. This is driving me crazy.

    -chris
     
  2. poppysvintageclothing

    poppysvintageclothing VFG Board Member Staff Member VFG Past President

    That is not easy, I bet it's that kind of acetate that has a rough finish to it, correct?

    I would steam them if I had them.
     
  3. yumyumvintage

    yumyumvintage VFG Member

    The steam is not working well. Who would have ever bought these pajamas in the day?
     
  4. catseyevintage

    catseyevintage VFG Member

    I would iron them inside out with a pressing cloth to prevent iron shine or water spots.
     
  5. poppysvintageclothing

    poppysvintageclothing VFG Board Member Staff Member VFG Past President

    I agree with Debbie, then, if the steam isn't working.
     
  6. yumyumvintage

    yumyumvintage VFG Member

    I tried that but the wrinkles are not coming out. I was thinking of just taking to the dry cleaner but then I don think the pajamas are worth the cost.

    I think I wont buy those sort of pajamas when I see them.
     
  7. PastPiecesVintage

    PastPiecesVintage VFG Member

    Acetate irons like a dream when it's damp. When I wash acetate scarves, I towel blot them until they're still quite damp, then iron them dry to get a mirror smooth finish. When I iron dry acetate, I mist it with water from a little spritz bottle. I've never had an issue with water spots, either.
     
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  8. yumyumvintage

    yumyumvintage VFG Member

    That makes sense..I will try. Thanks..
     

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