I would try some detergent gently. If that doesn't work try one of the stain removers made by Carbona (Jo-Ann's carries them) or Z'out (which I get at the grocery store).
Cleaning the iron depends on what needs cleaning. Iron-off works well to clean the soleplate of the iron, but if the problem is dirty steam, then try running a batch of half water half white vinegar through the iron. That will clean the insides, a bunch of cruddy steam will come out and then clean the sole plate with the Iron-off.
Good luck,
Pati, > I just finished a YBR Baby Quilt. During the making of it got some
small dirt stains on the quilt from my iron (which I now apparently
> have to clean). I hand washed the quilt and was sure they would come
> out. They have lessened some but are still there. I'd like to treat
> the ares before rewashing so that they will be assured of coming out
> (I don't want to wash this 900x before the giving of it). What would
> you use to spot treat these dirt marks. I can't describe the stain
> anymore than it is "dirty".
>
> Second question, what would you use to clean the iron.
>
> Thanks!
> Melissa in NJ