How can I Conair Fabric steam press or iron a bridesmaid dress?

Monday, March 30th, 2009 at 12:07 am

Candy asked:

How can I Conair Fabric steam press or iron a bridesmaid dress? I have a bridesmaid dress that the skirt is just slightly wrinkled...It didn't need alterations, so I don't want to spend the money to have it pressed or steamed, how can I do this at home without burning the dress or ruining the fabric? The wedding is in 3 days, I need help quick!

Reply:

I would not suggest touching the iron to the dress as this can cause discoloration. Hang the dress up and let the iron heat up to one of the steam settings. Make sure you have plenty of water in the iron and hold it about 6-10 inches away from the dress. Press the burst of steam button and pull down on the hem at the same time. Using this technique is similar to the method used when professionally steaming a garment. This should take the wrinkle right out without the possibilty of ruining the dress.