I tried spray adhesive once and it was like I did nothing to hold the layers together. Maybe it was the product, the batting, my technique or something - but it didn't work at all. It's worth another try since others here vouch for it. How does it work so it doesn't gum up your needle?
Bless your heart, doing that pin basting. I guess I can see where the process would be meditative. (No, I really can't.
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