Here's a new notion to help with the basting:
http://www.pinmoor.com/
These thingies eliminate the need for safety pins and, I imagine, would be quicker to put in and take out.
Also, there is the innovative method by Sharon Schamber:
Part 1:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bhwNylePFAA
Part 2:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_EjBGz5vGQ