Elmers is not for quilting, it is for crafts. Go get an actual basting spray at a LQS or ask a salespersons help at JoAnns. I have never had any gumming up at all. I was told by a teacher in a class that before I started quilting to wipe my needle with a fabric softener sheet --tried it with the wiping and without---although it really does not gum up without, it sure runs smooth with. I usually re-wipe every so often. Rubbing alcohol is great for cleaning needles and machine surfaces.