I prefer to baste on a wall, it's easier for me than the floor, and I don't have a big table either. I put a big flannel sheet up on the wall first so that I don't get the spray on the wall, then put the backing on that. It sticks somewhat, but I use a few pins on the top to hold it on, I did not have a problem getting the batting to stick to the backing. I like 505 but I also use June Taylor.