How can I escape from the kitchen?

Hint 1 of 9:

So the butler caught you when you left General Pugh's study.

Hint 2 of 9:

That little bratty Ima can go where ever she pleases and order people around.

Hint 3 of 9:

She told you to mend her fan and iron her dress.

Hint 4 of 9:

Maybe you should do what she said.

Hint 5 of 9:

No?  Then perhaps you could use her stuff for a disguise.

Hint 6 of 9:

Iron the dress, but don't forget to use the potholder with the hot iron.