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I had a Rowenta, best iron on the market. Mine lasted about 20 years plus and rusted so had to be . Unfortunately I could not find a Rowenta at that time and had to settle for another brand. If I do see a Rowenta again here in South Africa I will definitely buy it whether I need it or not. Enjoy yours. Hugs
21222Great price ! I purchased this Powerglide iron many years ago, it still works the same, like new. My new one was around $ 80 back then.
Hugs, Bonnie
by toogie
22 Sep 2014
Like I said, it probally is old, but in good shape. Good to know yours is still working like new,too.
6803Great find, great buy! Now I will start looking for sales on sheets.
23577I like Rowentas also toogie, my daughter has one. /Lillian
by toogie
21 Sep 2014
What about you, Lillian? I probally would never have owned one if not for this find.
145789Great bargain. I only use Distilled water in my iron I feel it makes them last longer.
29723Sorry but you are so wrong in calling it an "I##n", that is a four lettered word and should not be used on this site
This is actually a "Craft pressing " device. I have had a "Craft Pressing "device for many years and should know the difference and I will NEVER own another "I##n in my life as they are so tiresome to use where as a "Craft pressing " device is so easy and a pleasure to bring out and use all day long if need be.
please do not use that nasty four lettered word again .
annie.
by eggyannie
19 Sep 2014
Craft pressing devices can be found manufactured under many names and can use steam to get those perfect creases sometimes needed in our craft work
by toogie
19 Sep 2014
Sorry Annie if this word offends you , but I still iron and at least one of my children, does too. Looks so much better, but it is also my craft pressing device. Have a great day and a late Happy Birthday to you.
by lbrow
21 Sep 2014
I too am an ironer toogie, all permanent press has to have a little press after coming out of the dryer. LOL My grandmother ironed, sheets, dishtowels, everything, /Lillian
14995A great find indeed.. love the orange
by toogie
18 Sep 2014
I'll show you, hopefully today, the purse I used it in. I am just about finished but I think it needs ....something.
45917I found one at a garage sale a young woman was having and got it for a dollar, don't think she knew what she had, it looks brand new and irons soo good, love it
by toogie
18 Sep 2014
She probally did know what she had, that's why she got rid of it-lol-She may not iron!
by queenofhearts
21 Sep 2014
I was at a garage sale once where a young lady was looking at an ironing board that was folded up. She asked what it was and how did it work. So naive, she was clueless.
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253107I sewed professionally for many years making custom made window treatments. Once I discovered Rowenta it was the only iron that I used in my workroom. The quality is unsurpassed, and certainly is worth the extra initial cost. When I would buy a new one for the workroom the old one would come home with me. LUV em, LUV em. Suzanna get that iron out of the closet today. You will wonder why you waited.
by sebsews
21 Sep 2014
Ok, ok, alright, my Rowenta will come out of the closet today! I will keep you posted on this steamy series! Lol, hugs, Suzanna
22592I love estate sales. Leave your hubbies at home unless you need them to pick up the finds. I go the last day and final hours and there are the bargains!!! Sometimes everything is gone and some times not. I am glad you got that iron. I love them. My daughter loves them. My sweetie bought his children Rowenta's after he used mine. There is no other iron like it!!! Kay
by toogie
18 Sep 2014
Some estate sales are auctions, while others are ran by the family and priced. This was already priced. They had a small oak round table, with four chairs. It had the claw feet, or whatever you call them. I love it. It was in excellent condition, even though it was very old. Our cousin got it for $200. !
85867I hope to find a deal like you did! Excellent for you. Quality tools really makes a difference. I have an ergonomic mini iron and I really need a clover with attachments.
173580I love my Rowenta! I got it on sale, NOT as much of a deal as yours though. I'd heard so much about them I figured they were worth it since I was buying a new cheap one so often. They get nice and hot and have lots of steam. It has been worth every penny. Hope you get lots of use from yours.
I use sheets to line curtains with - nice and wide and usually close to perfect length.
by toogie
18 Sep 2014
Sheets can be used for so many things. Walmart right now has some pretty pink, like pepto-bismol pink. I have no idea at the moment what I would use it on, but they sure have caught my eye.-lol
5431Good for you! I've eyed up the Rowenta, but the price stands in my way! I have a good iron - took me a while to get it as I looked everywhere we went I would check out irons as I am fussy and I didn't like most of them. I've been to estate sales and sometimes they just put such high prices on some things. - but you really got a good deal - now you'll be hooked on the Rowenta!
I've wondered what they were like, but don't know anyone who has one.
I also use sheets (I usually get them at garage sales for a $1) - they are good for so many things. One garage sale we were at someone said something about us getting sheets and my d/h told them yes, but she doesn't see it as a sheet - she sees fabric!
by toogie
18 Sep 2014
That's what a friend of mine says about me, when we are at thrift shops...........I don't see what it is, I see what it could be.
38558I have a new Rowenta in my closet for at least 3 years! I bought it when Joanns had a miss print in ad. They did not want to honor the miss printed price, but I stood my ground. I do not remember the price but it was VERY cheap! I will use it when my old iron dies. After reading the comments I am thinking about using it soon! Problem is finding it in the over stuffed closet! Hugs, Suzanna
by toogie
18 Sep 2014
My iron still works too, but it didn't take my daughter a second, to tell me to throw my old one......she has ironed with it before-lol
by sebsews
21 Sep 2014
Ok, here comes the Rowenta out of the closet! But now I need get a new ironing board cover, maybe one on sale at Joann's.
18074I have a Rowenta iron and I wouldn't trade it for the world. It's old but still very reliable. You got a wonderful deal. ;-)
by toogie
17 Sep 2014
I think so too, Leaha. In a rush, gotta go back to work on the bus. I'll check in again later-T
35301Good for you to get a good deal. Enjoy it. I am kicking myself that I didn't spurge years ago and get a high end Rowenta. Good idea using sheets for linings. I have purchased brand new sheets for a song and use them for everything from placemats and coasters to test fabric for designs.
by toogie
17 Sep 2014
Hi Karen, You do get so much more fabric for your money, when you can use a sheet. I usually buy the twin flats, but occasionally can get a full for a good price. I emb and then make pillowcases out of them,too. I have also used them for test designs. We girls have to save where you can, makes for a good homemaker, in my book, anyway.
168905Sew Lucky, enjoy!
by toogie
17 Sep 2014
lol-I don't know how much luck had to do with it. It was flooding rain that morning and we figured nobody would show up...evidently the other people thought the same...maybe it was luck that we got anything.-lol
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299557It is a nice clean iron, you got a great deal! When my mom was living, she had a neighbor who ironed everything right down to his bluejeans, and sheets, and everything. I own 3 irons, so they should last a life time. I have orange sheets too Toogie. lol!
by toogie
17 Sep 2014
I buy sheets for backing, for instance, when I quilt my purses I put batting in between the main fabric and sheet, then I usually line with what matches. The sheet may or may not match, but it won't show in making a quilted fabric for front and backs. Something to go under my batting... My g-mother ironed my g-pa's underwear/shorts, pillowcases,etc.
by theduchess
21 Sep 2014
When I have the strength I still starch and iron my pillow cases. I only iron the fold down part of the pretty embroidered sheets. Looks so pretty and I like the way they smell and dress up a bed.
23281What a deal!! I wish I could find deals like that My iron is as old as I am. hehe.... Suzanne
by toogie
17 Sep 2014
My iron is too,almost. The first thing my daughter said was to throw that old one away.-lol
111095Good find, It's always fun to go to estate sales, but when you find such a great deal it makes it so much sweeter.
by toogie
17 Sep 2014
I know what you mean. My son-in-law will end up with my chair I bought. He likes it and said he wants it when they build, so I guess I'll get to have it a while.-lol- The daughter said her dad bought a pair, to rock her brother, the day he was born. She said that was 53 yrs ago. I said I wanted the pair, but someone had already bought one of them. Oh well, I got the one.
6069You DID get a deal. I wouldn't trade my Rowenta for anything. I have heard lots of folks complain that theirs leaks. If you turn OFF the steam (turn it to dry) when you finish, it shouldn't leak. Mine has never leaked. I'm on my second one in 3 decades and I'll for sure purchase another one when this one gives up.
by toogie
17 Sep 2014
I figured most quilters had one, because I see on U-Tube they are used. Glad you have always liked yours, so far, I do mine.
158553Gotta love those Deals:):)Looks great and i am happy for you and for anyone that can shop and get great deals .I love a buck deal myself hugs Carolyn
by toogie
17 Sep 2014
I bought some other things, too, like a twin quilt gor $3. and a rocker, like I needed another-lol
360429I had one of these irons also that I paid lots of money for.. it was a lemon.. sputtered water all over .. I should have taken it back.. but did not.. gave it to Goodwill... I am glad you have such a great success with this product..
by toogie
17 Sep 2014
Ah, what a shame... yes, for the price they are, why didn't you take it back? I sure would have.
70767I have a rowenta iron and I love it! You got a great deal! I think I paid close to $100 for mine several years ago!
Hugs, Nadyne
by toogie
17 Sep 2014
I told my husband, even on sale they are around $89.00. I took a chance for $7. but my husband knew the elderly people that died, and their daughter said it worked fine. I am more happy than if it was new.
by toogie
18 Sep 2014
Thanks Katydid, it doesn't take much to make me happy.............'course I try to be, most of the time.
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