I didn't read all the posts, but I can't get down on the floor either. I have a large cutting mat. I put it on my bed, cover it with the backing then pin as much of it as I can at a time around the egdes onto the bedspread to anchor it. Pull it until there are no wrinkes in the back, layer your batting and top. Pin everywhere and often. Then baste, remove pins and the if you need to cover more quilt, repeat. I start in the middle and work to edges. I'm short and this has always worked for me.It is a lot of steps but the result is worth it. :idea: