I've laid the backing on the floor, taped it in place, then put the batting and quilt top on. I pin all the way around. It is really helpful if you've pressed everything beforehand. Smaller quilts I've laid on the table and just moved things around until it was all lined the way I wanted, then pinned. I have used the spray basting and liked it. Hope this helps. Can you use the tables at your church or maybe a library?