<b>PERFECT FOR SEWING, EMBROIDERY & DIY CRAFTS</b> <br>Made from high quality 100% felted wool, this 1/2" thick mat absorbs heat, effectively pressing both sides of your fabric simultaneously without heating the surface below it! They create a perfect pressing surface for you, No More Sprays - Steam or other sprays are unnecessary because the wool actually absorbs moisture from the air as heat is applied, effectively pressing both sides at once. <br>Designed in the ideal shape for convenient ironing, this wool heat pressing pad makes your handy sewing iron pad for detailed sleeve or pant seams ironing, your embroidery mat or your DIY flat iron pad. <br><br><b>TIPS:</b> <br>Always have your iron setting to WOOL or MEDIUM HEAT for best results. <br>Do not leave your iron on the Pressing Pad for too long. <br>Because of how wool absorbs moisture from the air, always use on a water resistant surface. <br>The Mat has a slight smell of wool in the beginning. There is no smell after using it twice. <br>Drying: When wet, simply hang to dry. Avoid twisting or bending.