Machines & tools

A firmly stuffed cylindrical cushion placed under a seam to press it open from the right side without leaving a ridge imprint on the fabric.

A narrow, two-tiered miniature ironing board sized to fit inside a sleeve or other tight tubular garment section for pressing without creasing the opposite side.

An iron that releases pressurized steam through vents in its soleplate to help relax fibers and set creases and seams.