Piano topper pieced -- now what?
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OK everyone, I've pieced the topper for my piano as practice . That part went well. Apparently, sewing clothes translates at least a little bit to sewing straight lines for a quilt.
The problem is I can't seem to pin the front to the batting and backing tightly enough. What am I doing wrong?
The problem is I can't seem to pin the front to the batting and backing tightly enough. What am I doing wrong?
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Try some spray baste, it works great! There are several brands. You can get it at Joann's or your LQS. Here's a link to check them out: http://www.createforless.com/search/...asting%20spray
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Thanks for the ideas. I guess I'll try taping first since I have tape here at the house. If that doesn't work, on to spray basting. If that doesn't work, I may be the owner of a slightly lumpy first try. Oh well. :D
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Basting spray is SO fast and EASY - it makes putting the sandwich together a breeze. No more wrinkles on the back. Just be sure to smooth the bottom layer carefully - and I would still tape it - but not too tightly. Then spray & place the batting. DON't spray the batting - it can melt! Finally, lightly spray part of the back of the top at a time and press it down. Gradually work your way across until you have it all spray basted. You're ready to sew. The whole thing shouldn't take more than 10 minutes!
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