I remember pinning my first quilt and not liking the process at all....it never felt like it was done right and when I quilted, I ended up with puckers on the backside....but after several not so nice experiences with pins, I tried spray basting and will never pin another quilt....It is so easy and fast.....there are several great sprays out there, I use June Tailor from Walmart....but must remember to spray lightly, a little goes a long way