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Review on Large And Portable Wool Ironing Pads For Quilting & Sewing - 17" X 24" And 10" X 10" Sizes With Scissors, Tape, Felt Storage Pouch, And 40 Sewing Pins Included by Charles Woods

Revainrating 4 out of 5

I love it, but the aroma is not great.

I am a weaver, so I am very familiar with wool (some of which have no odor, others have quite strong odors).Because I also am a quilter, I really wanted a larger mat for a different station in my studio. I love the larger size. I have one smaller similar mat (different brand) that I love, odor free.But there is definitely a strong aroma to it when applying heat, and it is really bad when using steam. When it is cool and dry (not in use), it has no odor at all. I can live with it, but I wish I didn't have to.I am contemplating taking it to a drycleaner to see if that helps, or maybe soaking it in vinegar or lemon water. It has been my weaving experience, though, that some wool just holds the fragrance of its origin and nothing can remove it.I have asked my weaver friends for advice, but would love to hear any advice from Ebay shoppers.

Pros
  • I love this pressing mat and all the accessories!
Cons
  • The included pins may fall out of the pads during use