I use washable glue to baste all my quilts since I found the process here. I don't iron the glue dry unless it is a small quilt...usually let it air dry for about an hour on each side. It will then be ready to move to a "safer" place in my sewing room...the pool table is a favorite resting place for my cats. I usually wait till the next day to do any quilting to make sure it is completely dry. Sorry you had problems
