Cathy, Charlotte’s sister in Mississippi passed along this great short film about ironing called “I Always do my Collars First.”  This short documentary follows four Cajun women, and is an insightful and artful look at what most people consider a mundane chore.  It shows how a simple ritual as ironing can weave its way through the fabric of family life and a create a sense of identity. Which got us thinking.  Does anyone iron anymore?  Do you? Below are a few of our favorite ironing products from New York’s very own The Laundress , Pottery Barn and Ballard Designs as well as some helpful tips and advice on ironing. So plug in that iron, and pull out your shirts,  just remember, always do your collars first.

For The Laundress go to www.thelaundress.com

For Pottery Barn go to www.potterybarn.com

For Ballard Designs go to www.ballarddesigns.com

September 29, 2011