Any tips for successfully ironing out wrinkles in silks?

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Posted By: Pete Z.

Or is it akin to spooning out wrinkles in cards?

Thanks,
Pete

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Posted By: Mike McGrail

Hi Pete,

I have done this with a few non-sports silks in the past in order to prep them for framing.

First I got some fabric that was similar and practiced. I had the iron on the lowest possible setting, no steam. Placed the silk between 2 double folded hankerchiefs to protect it. I went slowly and checked the progress after every few passes of the iron. Took about 10 minutes. I think protecting the silk, low heat and patience are the key here.

I have no clue if this is bad for the silk in the long run. Nor do I know if this practice is frowned upon in the hobby community.

Hope this helps,

Mike

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Posted By: barrysloate

It would certainly be frowned upon if you were ironing out creases for resale. If you're doing it to make them look better in a frame, I guess it's okay.

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Posted By: Robert Dixon

If I was buying a silk, I wouldn't care if someone had previously iron out creases. To me that's on the same lines as soaking a card. You're not altering the item. Just my opinion.