Friday, May 21, 2010

Bitter Betty Sells Out, Just For You!! Rowenta Iron Give Away!!!



So I did it!!
I made a deal with an Honest to Goodness sponsor, the super deluxe online retailer CSN
CSN has over 200 online stores that carry everything from martini shakers to tv stands and even, drum roll please, Sewing Stuff!  And they let Me pick out something to give away to you, my wonderful readers!

After a long and thoughtful perusal, I settled on something that every seamstress wants, but only a few will allow themselves to purchase. The Hundred Dollar Iron! 
"What?" You may ask yourself, "Why in the world would one want a Hundred Dollar Iron??"
Well, because next to your Sewing Machine, your iron is the most important garment construction tool Ever! and let me tell you, from my retail merchandising days, the better irons really work BETTER. 
But you don't have to take it from me. I have included from White's Sewing Manual circa 1947 a step by step pressing guide/ tutorial, so now, with this valuable info, everyone is already a winner:

(Click to enlarge and print sweeties. You Know The Drill.)






 I know you are now convinced that there IS room for improvement in your pressing life. You need more details on that fancy iron, doncha?

Well, here's the specs:

The improved steam glide and comfort of the DX-8860 provides a new level in professional ironing. With a new better design and higher quality, the DX-8860 delivers higher performance. Its polished stainless Steel Soleplate with advanced heatshield with extra large area and specially designed dimples and channels, provides better glide and easier ironing with less effort. Get the same amount of work done in less time and greater comfort with the extra long steam burst, and full comfort handle with ergonomic controls. The 100 percent covered soft touch handle provides comfort and a non-slip grip for precision ironing, while soft touch ergonomic controls buttons provide superior control. Features:
  • Polished Stainless Steel Soleplate with Advanced Heatshield
  • Extra Long Burst of Steam
  • Anti-Drip System
  • 3-Way Auto Shut-Off
  • Self Clean System
  • Variable Steam Adjusts for Right Amount of Steam for Every Fabric Type
  • 1750 Watts
Okay, to enter leave a comment on this post. If you link back to this post in the next week  you will be entered a second time. Let me know in your comment that you will be doing that, so I can find you easily. (Lazy, Sell-Out Betty...) 
I will combine the two lists and use the Random Number generator to pick the winner on June 1st at 9:00 am PST.

Tell your friends, especially the ones with those tatty old thrift store irons.


188 comments:

  1. No only for sewing, I need this iron for actual ironing!!

    Thanks!!

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  2. Anonymous10:38 AM

    Thank you for 'taking one for the team'! =) I too could use this for sewing AND ironing.

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  3. March Fourth Marching Band ROCKS! And so does Oregon (says an Oregonian) - have a wonderful trip. And oh, I could use a spiffy new iron, too. = )

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  4. Oh, how I need a new iron! Count me in. And thanks for hosting an awesome giveaway!

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  5. Oooooo, rockin fancy iron!
    I posted about your giveaway here:
    http://siderealday.blogspot.com/2010/05/irontastic.html

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  6. The only time I use an iron is when I sew :p Thanks for selling out!

    I also posted this on my blog:
    http://www.kormondy.com/2010/05/21/rowenta-iron-give-away-over-at-bitter-betty-blogs/

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  7. How do you know I have a tatty old thrift store iron? Well, I do. I'd love a beautiful new one!

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  8. Wow, I've been drooling over a Rowenta iron ever since my old black-and-decker started spitting on my clothes rather than ironing them. I'll now dream of the awesome things I could sew and how great I would look in ironed clothing!

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  9. Ooooh... I have a free-cycled iron, which is sadly better than the one I had before. But I really need a hundred dollar iron.

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  10. Oooh! My iron is on the fritz (sometimes it heats up and sometimes not) but I need to save up for a new one. This could be just the solution :)

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  11. Oh my - I would SO LOVE ONE OF THESE!!!

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  12. I love to press every seam I sew .. and that's it for me! Thanks for the old ads too. Congratulations on your foray into sponsorship.

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  13. oh wow, you have no idea how much I've dreaming about a new iron lately. Mine is of the devil and likes to burn precious embroidery pieces that i've spent hours on. Thanks so much for the chance to win!!

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  14. I woulkd love a chance at a posh iron like this - count me in please! I would never buy this for myself!
    Hugs,
    Kerry
    kerrykatiecakeskeb43@gmail.com

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  15. I am running off right now to link back to this post so everyone can have a chance at this great prize!
    Hugs,
    Kerry
    kerrykatiecakeskeb43@gmail.com
    http://kerrykatiecakes2.blogspot.com/

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  16. Anonymous2:13 PM

    I'm also an owner of a Rolenta that is on it's last leg! This would be great to have.

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  17. Th iron I have is one that was my husband's prior to us getting married and it wasn't in that great of shape then. We have been married over 11 yrs and he had it for 10 yrs prior.

    msgb245 at gmail dot com

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  18. I need a better iron (now that I sew!) and simply can't make myself spend that kind of money on one. I'll link to you for sure next week.

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  19. I'm the Laundry Queen around here, as well as a closet quilter. I could use a new iron!! Thanks!

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  20. Anew iron, Yes I ned it. DH got me the wonderful Maytag one couple years back but I let someone else use it and they sure didn't know how to take it off the heater part and now the connectors won't connect to heat it up. I did get to use for a couple months tho. So now the one I use was left in our apartment. 1 setting only but will have to do till I win this one. Yes I will link this contest to my blog. Thanks for the chance!

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  21. I need a new iron, mine died last week.... I'm hoping!

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  22. Oh, That iron is fabulous. What a difference that would make in my ironing and sewing!
    Melissa
    melissa_raie@juno.com

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  23. A new iron would be super because I am forever breaking my iron. I seem to have non-stick hands!

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  24. I would love to win. Saw this posted on KerryKatieCakes blog. Love the vintage tips and love reading the comments!! LOL! Thanks

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  25. Anonymous7:27 PM

    Thanks for offering the giveaway. I'd love to win and I've linked back to you here http://chickadeeworkshop.wordpress.com/2010/05/22/a-great-giveaway/

    I really enjoy reading your blog and if you want to have sponsors, I'm not going to complain--especially when I get a chance to win something great!

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  26. I need a new iron! Would love to win! Thanks for a great giveaway!

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  27. oooh, nice shiny iron! I hope I win! Thanks for being such a gracious giveaway host. :)

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  28. Oh, what a dream, lol! You are certainly right about the hesitance to buy the Hundred Dollar Iron.

    Thanks for the giveaway!

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  29. You're so right, it is a totally different experience using a really good iron. When I don't HAVE to do it(ie wear aomething right that minute) I kind of like to iron, something about the smell of hot cotton & starch I guess

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  30. A friend got upset because I was late and we wouldn't have time for a drink before the movies. I said sorry, but I'd had to iron my shirt and pants. She responded that should have taken about a minute. She always looked like it took her about 15 seconds. She could have used this article, and this iron. If I win, I'll name it after her.

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  31. Anonymous4:52 AM

    Who wouldn't want to win a Rowenta iron. My husband would love it. He can iron much better than me.
    Elizabeth
    Mobile, Al.
    LeVert92 at aol.com

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  32. Wow, that's like the Cadillac of irons! Currently, I'm driving a Geo. An upgrade would be nice. Thanks for the giveaway!

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  33. Anonymous7:27 AM

    Maybe I can finally join an extreme sewing team with this beauty!
    http://www.extremeironing.com/
    ...or maybe I can just happily press scads of fabric waiting in a pile. I'm so embarrassed to be one of those with a thrift shop iron after my not-quite-$100-but-close iron went to the great big ironing board in the sky. Fingers crossed!

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  34. Would love, love, love a new iron! Put me in the drawing and thanks.
    SusieW

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  35. Cool giveaway!! Will you enter me? Thanks!

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  36. catsoaw9:27 AM

    Wish I could link back but will try my luck.

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  37. Wow!! what a giveaway!! Please include me... I wil definiately post a link on my blog for your giveaway too!

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  38. can I take this moment to say-thank you for selling out! I sooo need a new iron and if I am the winning entry will promise to use it responsibly and develop my good pressing habits.

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  39. My iron is too lightweight. Now I know the truth. I will leave a comment here, but also just go buy the better iron! Heavy Irons Rule!

    signed, chardgirl

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  40. I love to iron, this would make my ironing time divine. thanks

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  41. I sure could use this! Thanks for the chance!

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  42. Anonymous7:20 PM

    I could actually learn to like ironing with this :) *Thanks* for the giveaway!
    theluckyladybug[at]gmail[dot]com

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  43. Count me in! I would enjoy recreational ironing (my clothes are wrinkled, but my vintage dishtowels are perfect) even more with a fancy iron.

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  44. We use a Rowenta Steam Generator and it's AMAZING. I would swoon to win this bad boy!

    haha. My word verification is blogrot. Is that what happens to your brain when you overload your RSS feeder and spend hours checking blogs?

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  45. All of your best friends come out when it's time for free stuff! Here I am! See sponsorship deal- congrats!!

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  46. Oh, I would love a new iron. A new ironing board would be nice too but the iron is in worse shape. Thanks for the great freebie!

    teresa(at)vanhatten(dot)com

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  47. I love that you sold out... in that I hope it means you'll make some decent cash! I also wouldn't mind winning a hundred-dollar iron.

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  48. What an amazing giveaway! Thanks to you and your CSN sponsor :-)

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  49. A new shiny iron would be great! My current iron has interfacing bits stuck to the plate.

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  50. Maybe I would be inspired to iron more!

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  51. Oh..I definitely need a new iron! Great giveaway!

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  52. Oh yes! I really really need a new iron!

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  53. Me, me, me... pick me! My iron is dying, as it loves to turn off all by itself, or never really turn on. My "back up" iron leaves black marks on my fabric. I'm going to link back here, too. Let me go do that right now...
    Thanks so much for doing this!

    Kristine

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  54. What a terrific give-away! Yes, pleast enter my number in the generator!

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  55. Anonymous5:24 AM

    A free good iron, yes I want one.

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  56. Anonymous5:26 AM

    A free good iron, yes I want it.

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  57. I've drooled over Rowentas for years. Please enter me in the draw

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  58. Would love a new iron for sewing and I've never owned a Rowenta.

    Emily

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  59. I would love it, my iron is close to kicking the bucket, if it could. I will also make a blog entry at www.adventuresbabysewing.blogspot.com

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  60. Please enter my name in the giveaway generator. What a great giveaway!

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  61. Sew funny! My iron doesn't switch off either! I've been wanting a new one for ages.

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  62. What lovely eye candy. My current iron will be spitting mad--she spits all the time anyway. Here's hoping...

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  63. I need a new iron so badly. I am going to link to this from my blog. Please enter me in this contest.

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  64. Kristine at Just Keep Sewing sent me here, and I like how you write! I think you just gained a new follower!

    Thanks!

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  65. I found you just today from Shoes and Sewing! I'm always excited to find someone new in the sewing community!
    What a GREAT giveaway! Thank you for entering me! :)

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  66. Oh I'd love to win an iron!!

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  67. Good pick! What seamstress couldn't use a fantastic new iron. Thanks for the giveaway.

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  68. Who doesn't need an iron? I hope I win!

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  69. Anonymous8:41 AM

    Ooh, just what I need. Crossing my fingers!

    gracelytle@hotmail.com

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  70. anthro.diva@gmail.com

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  71. Carolyn9:05 AM

    How awesome, not just an iron, but a great iron!
    Thanks!
    carriemak at aol dot com

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  72. OMG! I NEED this iron. Thanks for hosting a great giveaway.
    Angela

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  73. This is super awesome!
    An iron...woohoo!!!

    I love that there are people in the world that get excited about irons.

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  74. I'm in! I'm in! Many thanks!

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  75. I don't "iron" much, but I press all the time!!! ;)

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  76. Not sure if the giveaway is open to non US readers, but if so please count me in :)

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  77. My current iron leaks if I pick it up a bit too violently, so I'd love a new one!

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  78. WOW! Just look at all the comments! I didn't know you were so popular!

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  79. Anonymous9:58 AM

    Count me in!~ Thanks for hosting this giveaway.

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  80. Pamela H.10:11 AM

    I would be very interested in a new and better iron. I have also begun to appreciate the role an iron plays in better sewing technique. I will be posting a second time as well, as it would be great to win such a marvelous piece of equipment. Thank you for the opportunity!

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  81. Ooooooh, I'm drooling!!!!

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  82. My iron is leaking and turning my ironing board a rusty brown. Ick! A new iron would be great!

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  83. Not only am I a marching band mom, I(and a small army of minions)do the sewing for our marching band and color guard - flags and all! A new iron would be BEAUTIFUL!

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  84. I'm one of those weirdos that actually enjoys ironing!
    A brand new Rowenta would be a fabulous addition to my craft room studio!

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  85. My son is preparing to move into his own apartment and loves ironed shirts. If I win this new iron, I could gift him my used one. Happiness all around.

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  86. I'm unemployed after the summer, so I'm hoping for lots of sewing time. Pick me!

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  87. Thanks for having this giveaway. I love your blog especially the vintage pamphlets that you scan in.

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  88. I tend to break irons, so I can always use a backup!

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  89. Beverly1:28 PM

    I use to have a Rowenta, but it died. I would love to win this iron!!

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  90. I definitely could use this iron...I've always wanted a Rowenta.

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  91. http://abundantlyblessed2bhis.blogspot.com/2010/05/rowenta-iron-give-away.html

    I linked your blog to my post about the giveaway!!!

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  92. Anonymous2:41 PM

    O-O-O-O-O Me, Me, Me, Me!!!!!!!!!!
    Please

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  93. Gosh, yes! Please count me in too. The links to this post is how I have found your site. I'm a 1st (but not last) time visitor. Thanks.

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  94. I'm in....and hoping to win :)
    Jana

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  95. I have been looking at irons recently! Mostly just dreaming because they are way out of my price range! I would not know what to do with a non-leaking iron!

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  96. Really could use a new iron....

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  97. Hi! Thanks for the giveaway :)))

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  98. My Rowenta died.... I could use a replacement!

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  99. Your blog is new to me. I love it. I bookmarked it and my Rowenta is having a bout of the flu. Help, please!

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  100. My iron is on it's last leg. It would be fab to win!

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  101. Would love to be in the drawing for the iron!

    Posted about it on my blog: http://itsasewinglife.blogspot.com/

    Thanks! Elle

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  102. Rowena T.5:56 PM

    Thanks for a great giveaway! Would be great for everyday and sewing use!

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  103. I bookmarked your blog. Yes, please enter me for the drawing.

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  104. Dang, are you ever POP-YOU-LAR!! Clearly you need to give away more stuff. Sell it out, sistah! But I would read you even if I had to pay three tatty thrift irons a week, cause I love you that much.

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  105. I could so use a new iron. Mine has been dropped so many times the point is dented in and leaved a crease. I have a newer one but the other doesn't seem to get as hot. I'm a new reader. Enjoy you blog.

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  106. Would love to replace the shoddy one I'm currently struggling with!

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  107. OH you rock for this awesome giveaway!

    I could definitely use this in a major way! Not only am I using a borrowed iron, but I'm using a borrowed ironing board as well. HELP! haha.

    (don't you just love those word verifications? they have some funky stuff)

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  108. Wow, an iron that won't leak and actually iron,that's something I could use!!!:O)

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  109. Cool giveaway, and great ironing tips too! How fun!

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  110. I would love an iron that actually works! Mine is some serious weak sauce.

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  111. My current iron is held together with hockey tape due to the fact that it has fallen off the ironing board far too many times to remember! ( I know, how sad is that?!) But hey, it's CLEAR hockey tape so you can only notice it when you are....well, in the same room.....

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  112. My iron has a life of it's own...and it's not a productive one! I would LOVE to have an iron list this one. It sounds dreamy....if one can say iron + dreamy in the same sentence...

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  113. I have lusted after this iron for SO long that I've refused to part with the money for a cheaper iron because I knew that it wouldn't measure up. Which means that I have consistently wrinkly pants (shame face).

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  114. Anonymous4:51 AM

    I am not a seamstress, but my mother is. She taught me to iron when I was young so that I would always look polished when I left the house. I'm now married to a police officer - Detective actually - so he always needs to look professional when going to work. I even iron my little boys clothes and they are only 20 months and 3. I use a Rowenta iron because they do work better. My email address is techspoon@comcast.net should my number be drawn.

    Thank you,

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  115. Oh! I would love to win that nice iron. I'm such a [cheap bastard] that I just buy whatever iron's cheapest, usually ending up with the $7.99 ones that I have to replace every six months or so. :O
    Thank you so much for having this giveaway.

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  116. Rowenta is a good iron any day...I am in please....great giveaway,

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  117. naazia9:13 AM

    i have wanted this iron for awhile! fingers crossed.. thanks for a great giveaway =)

    husainn (at) mail.amc.edu

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  118. oooh! i would love an iron like this. mine is 30+ years old with a broken handle and drippy steam-making chamber... :(
    thanks for the chance :)

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  119. it was sweet of you to suck-it-up and sell out for a nice prezzie for your readers- thanks! keep scanning the 'sewing is fun' type stuff! always a favorite!

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  120. I too need an iron for ironing. I only use mine for quilting projects. Thank you for the chance to win.

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  121. I agree, next to you sewing machine a good iron is your next best friend for any kind of sewing, it can make or break a outfit/craft and give it that professional look

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  122. I NEED a new iron badly...mine keeps turning off (and it doesn't have that as a function!) Thanks! jamieh@whitemtns.com

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  123. Anonymous6:12 PM

    I really nedd a new iron this would be perfect for my quilting and ironing.

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  124. Hi Bitter Betty,
    I desperately need this!!! LOL See the attached link! (Yes, I did link to you)
    Angela
    http://riange.blogspot.com/2010/05/m5974-dress.html

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  125. I'd love an opportunity to win this iron!

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  126. Love your blog! and i so need a new iron...the old one spits brown stuff at me! I am blogging about you too.

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  127. Wow! Great Giveaway! I LOVE to iron! I know it's crazy....thanks for a chance to win!
    Take care,
    Laura

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  128. Betty, I've been convinced of the value of good ironing since my Home Ec days (guess the the reference to Home Ec gives you an idea of my age).

    I been convinced almost that long that I need a better iron but there have always been other things that seemed more important.

    Thank you for encouraging CNN to let you give an iron away. I'm hoping I'll be the lucky person that gets it.

    I'll be leaving a comment on my blog about the give -away as well.

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  129. It would be my dream come true to get rid of my spitting, needs to be filled every five minutes, rust stainer extraordinare, crappy iron. Oh gods of the sewing world look favorably upon me!

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  130. Count me in! A new $100 iron sounds great!

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  131. I don't know what I'd do with an actual WORKING iron!

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  132. With a new iron I'd be sure to find the man of my dreams.

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  133. Oooh! A new iron would be nice. . . my husband would love it too!!!

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  134. I iron every day, just for fun!

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  135. Me, me, pick me. I don't care if you're lazy or a sell-out! ;)

    lorepuckett at verizon dot net

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  136. I had no idea irons were so important. But I must admit mine rarely leaves my sewing room, so it must be.

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  137. i really need a new iron. i've dropped my current one a few too many times...i'll try to post about it on my blog...

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  138. wow this sounds really cool!

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  139. I could definitely use a new iron - I can tell my current one is pooping out... it's just not hot enough anymore. BTW, I'm linking to this on my Linky Thursday post!

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  140. Pamela H.8:19 PM

    This is my second try for iron drawing. Thank you kindly for promoting such a useful, beautiful piece of sewing equipment.

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  141. I would love a new iron

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  142. The steam setting is broken on my low-end Rowenta, a new one would be dandy. :)

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  143. That looks like a fantastic iron. I would love to win it. Thank you for offering it. Take care and God bless, Cory

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  144. My iron just broke yesterday! I think this is fate.

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  145. I've heard these irons are fantastic. Thanks for the give-away... now off to browse through your blog!

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  146. I keep meaning to buy a good iron, but just can't pry the money from my tightly fisted fingers. Hope I win this one so my fingers can relax. Thanks for the giveaway@

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  147. I'm almost forty and really need to learn how to iron, right? This is the iron to help me, right? Enjoy your day!

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  148. Well heck yeah I could use a nice iron like that! Very nice of your sponsor to pony up such a nice gift for us blogland sewers.

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  149. This is my dream giveaway. Because I sew, not because of my love for random ironing. :-) Thanks! -amy

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  150. So, I just turned 33 and I've never had an iron... I think it's about time! :) (Plus, I'm starting to sew and it would come in handy!)

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  151. Oooooo... A new iron! That would be awesome! Thanks for the chance to win.

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  152. um, I love to iron. the steam and i make my own lavender ironing water so it's more like a ritual. plus i love to watch fabric go from being wrinkly to beautifully smooth. i totally agree that it's an important part of sewing, pressing, but not ironing. it took me a while to learn that especially in quilting. thanks for the give-away.

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  153. I need - need - need this iron!!!!

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  154. Oh please random # picker please pick me!!!! My dog caught the cord and took my iron for a run. So I am in need of this iron!!!! (and a good one to boot!)

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  155. Pick Me Me Me! I swear on my children's Lego collection that I won't ever let this one hit the ground like all the past eleventy-ump irons I've ever owned.

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  156. Wow! I'd love th chacne to win this super duper iron. Fingers crossed...

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  157. I've tried this iron (a friend's) This is NOT an iron it is some other tool that makes flattening fabric FuN!

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  158. I have looked at the fancy spancy irons and then look away. I would love to have one!! LOVE to have one.

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  159. Anonymous12:27 AM

    I absolutely love my Rowenta that is now sadly on it's last legs after 15 years. I would LOVE to win this before I have to break down and buy one. Though, if I don't win, it will certainly be a cheaper version that I buy!=)
    Thanks for the opportunity to win!
    Sandy
    explabgirl@yahoo.com

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  160. I'll try, my iron is a throwback to the 70s. CSN contacted me, but they would NOT give me anything for free to review or to giveaway, they only offered me $50 towards the purchase of something to review and then would give a $50 GC to one lucky commentor, I passed. I must know at least 8 bloggers that get stuff sent to them all the time for free. and Now you get a $100 iron to giveaway. I do not understand, how the same company can make such a different offer to some people then to others.

    GOOD LUCK to everyone!

    thanks for this opportunity.
    Susan

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  161. Anonymous5:50 AM

    Well my iron really IS a thrift store one...I paid a whole 50 cents for it.

    Love an iron Thanks for the chance!

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  162. I had one of those great irons but dropped it~~ Opps!!
    I would love to win it!
    Thanks...
    Lee Ann
    http://thriftshopannie.blogspot.com/

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  163. I would love to win this iron ~ I need it! Thanks for the giveaway.

    Chanticlear1@gmail.com

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  164. Woo Hoo! And mine is about to bite the dust. Thanks!

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  165. Anonymous4:18 PM

    Boy, would i love this! I'm sure whoever does will put it to good use, including me.

    michelle (chellewho@hotmail.com)

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  166. Anonymous5:51 PM

    How nice! I've dropped my current Rowenta 3 times now and it's still chugging, but I don't expect it to survive a fourth accident.
    Ruth
    rutheblack@hotmail.com

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  167. I would appreciate a new iron. I seem to go through them quickly---they last about 1 year. When I replaced my last iron (2 weeks ago!) I decided to buy a cheap, because I determined that it's just not worth the investment. But to WIN an iron would be wonderful, to WIN a high quality iron would be abolutely a luxury. thank you for the opportunity!

    Rose in SV

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  168. Before I started sewing, I could not care less about irons, cause I was allergic to ironing, and always bought clothes that needed no ironing...(I make a test in the store, I scrunch the piece of clothing I'm thinking of buying in my hand and if it stays wrinkled when I release it, then I usually don't buy it!). BUT since I started sewing, I realized that ironint is an important part of the process, and that I need a good iron. I still hate ironing clothes, but while I'm sewing, I actually like ironing seams! The iron I have is old, all rusty, but I'm not willing to spend money on a better one, so I must win this one!

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  169. I would love to have this iron!! Thanks for this give away! I love the vintage stuff!!

    Jenny

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  170. What a terrific giveaway idea! This is defintely an item I've always coveted but, quite predictably, have never allowed myself to purchase.

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  171. YES! A new iron would so rock! Mine do last longer now that I'm an empty nester. My iron seemed to just jump off the ironing board all on it's ownback in the days. ~Robin~

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  172. I have never not had an iron but the one I have doesn't steam well anymore and the spray thing quit working a long time ago.
    An iron this nice would be wonderful. Thank you to your wonderful sponsor.

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  173. I have a 10 cent iron from a yard sale, so I could use a new iron and a really good one. Thanks

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  174. Anonymous9:15 PM

    I think this would make ironing fun.

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  175. I am looking forward to a new iron. DH took over the one we have now ;D

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  176. sewsy5:18 AM

    Oh! Oh! Oh! Me me. I need a new iron! Wowser. What an opportunity! Thanks.

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  177. Ok here we go with the second one. I would love to have a new rowneta iron. Wouldn't that be fabulous for me? :)

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  178. Oh, what a beautiful iron.

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  179. My beloved Rowenta croaked after more than a decade of service. I'd love a replacement, please include me in the drawing. Thanks :D!

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  180. I really need a good iron! Count me in, please.

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  181. I love ironing and could use a new one

    dftrew(at)gmail(dot)com

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  182. Just found your blog and wonderful give-away while reading Julie's blog "Jane's Apron." I have been a believer in a good iron for years. It's an absolute necessity. Unfortunately even a good iron does not last forever. Please count me in.

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  183. Great giveaway—please enter me to win!

    skkorman AT bellsouth DOT net

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  184. wow! I'll take one of these! :)

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  185. Rowenta irons are awesome and I would love to win one!

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  186. Rowenta irons are awesome and I would love to win one!

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  187. oh my!! i have been eyeing a nice iron for my sewing projects. it really must make a difference!

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  188. Anonymous9:17 AM

    Lovely picture went great in my living/dining-room oil painting abstract art

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