Step 1: Set Up Your Ironing Space
- Find a Safe Place: Put your ironing board in a place where it won’t wobble. Make sure there’s nothing nearby that could catch on fire, like papers or clothes.
- Plug in the Iron: Carefully plug the iron into a socket. Make sure the cord isn’t in the way, so you don’t trip over it.
- Set the Temperature: Look at the label on your clothes to see what temperature is safe. Then, turn the dial on the iron to match that temperature. If you’re not sure, start with a low heat.
Step 2: Ironing Your Clothes
- Start with a Test: Before ironing the whole piece of clothing, test the iron on a small, hidden part to make sure it won’t burn.
- Smooth Out the Clothes: Lay the clothes flat on the ironing board. Smooth out any wrinkles with your hands.
- Iron in Sections: Press the iron down gently on a section of the clothes and move it back and forth slowly. Lift the iron to move to the next section instead of dragging it across.
- Watch for Wrinkles: If you see any wrinkles, go over them again with the iron until they’re smooth.
Step 3: Finishing Up
- Let the Clothes Cool: After ironing, hang or fold the clothes and let them cool down before wearing or putting them away. This helps keep the wrinkles out.
- Unplug the Iron: Always unplug the iron as soon as you’re done, and let it cool down before storing it away.
Safety Tips
- Never leave the iron face down on the ironing board or anywhere else when you’re not using it.
- Keep the iron out of reach of younger kids or pets.
And that’s it! Now you know how to set up and properly iron your clothes.