Originally Posted by dakotamaid
OK, here goes, this works for me. Even though my dining room table is not always large enough, I work from the center out when pining or basting. Once the center is stabilized I pull it whatever direction I need to go to finish the sides, top and bottom. Remember to put something on the table to protect it from pins and needles.
Your idea sounds good, and I will try from the center the next time. I have one suggestion - remember the folding heavy cardboard cutting mats we use to use before the plastic mats came out? They still make those things and I bought one to do my sandwich making on. Can use it when spraying the basting spray and not worry about having to clean it off. And it is a heck of alot lighter than working with a wood board..also can be folded up and not take up so much space when storing it. Make sure any overspray is dry before folding it up.