Originally Posted by annesthreads
Originally Posted by dakotamaid
I have used my dining room table. I layer all three layers, than start pining, or basting, in the very middle and work out to each side, top and back. I smooth as I go. I know some will clip the backing to the edge of the table to begin but I don't. The weight of the hangover seems to keep it smooth. Once the quilt area on top of the table is basted I move the quilt sandwich one way or the other to continue with the pining or basting. Works or me.
This is what I was thinking of doing. Doesn't the quilt tend to slip off once you get near the edge and most of it is off the table?
Nope not on mine. If I does want to slip, just put some painters tape on the table to add friction. I've not done it but it should work.