Fluting irons, undated
Scope and Contents
Iron used by the Sisters of the Holy Cross and the Seven Dolours, Philadelphia, PA.
Dates
- Creation: undated
Creator
- From the Collection: Leonard, William J. (1908-2000) (Compiler, Person)
Language of Materials
This collection is mostly in English, with some materials in French, German, Italian, Latin, Lithuanian, Polish, Slovenian, and Spanish.
Access Note
Collection is open for research.
Definition and use
A fluting iron is a specialized iron with ridges to facilitate ironing pleats. Many women religious used fluting irons to maintain their habits.
Sources:
Burgess, Quinn M. "A Practical Experiment: How To Use A Fluting Iron," The Quintessential Clothes Pen (blog), March 23, 2020. https://thequintessentialclothespen.com/2020/03/23/a-practical-experiment-how-to-use-a-fluting-iron.
"Ironing Victorian Frills and Ruffles," The Oshawa Community Museum. November 29, 2013. https://youtu.be/rBZRYc3WFVU.
Full Extent
1 Items
Repository Details
Part of the John J. Burns Library Repository
John J. Burns Library
Boston College
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