I use a sheet of plywood about 30 inches wide and 48" long. I sand the edges. Put it on an ironing board, adjusted to your comfortable height. Put the backing on, clip it to the board. Add the batting and smooth it out, and clip to the board. Add the top, smooth it out, and clip. Work on the center section first and baste however you wish. Move to the left and do the same thing. Move to the right and do the same thing until the entire top is basted. You may be able to do this from a bar stool and your back will love you for it.