I really recommend using Elmers Washable School Glue! I have deteretative arthritis in my lower back and it causes severe pain there and in my left thigh/hip. Plus, for some reason aerosols really effect my breathing....I decided to use it on bindings after reading so many threads on it. After being totally sold on that method, I decided to try it on a small project. The glue worked perfectly. Today, I spent a short time "glueing" the back to the batting (the front was already done yesterday) and let it dry for a couple hours, then went in and ironed it. Both sides of the baby quilt are holding together wonderfully. Tomorrow I will quilt it and bind it. I hope this helps. It takes no longer than pinning and or basting with thread.