Glue stick. I usually use spray basting but yesterday I needed a quick tablerunner for a gift. Also I've been using flannel for the batting in the runners as it lays flatter (prewashed).
I was using a preprinted panel that I cut apart & was adding strips to-used the glue stick instead of pins. Got ready to FMQ & thought, "really don't want the spray" Glue stick was right there. I ran it in spots all over the back of fabric, laid it down on the flannel, etc. Did a practice piece & whipped it out in no time.