I have used this method on a small scarf pinned to the ironing board. My iron is quite vigorous so I could hold it about 2-3cm (< 2 inches) above the FO and still get good steam contact. You do need a steady hand so you don't drop the iron on to the fabric!
I steamed for about ten minutes and left it pinned overnight to dry. The scarf went from a little stiff to a lovely silky texture that fell nicely.
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Date: 2012-02-09 12:45 am (UTC)I steamed for about ten minutes and left it pinned overnight to dry. The scarf went from a little stiff to a lovely silky texture that fell nicely.