I'm a diehard Elmers Washable School Glue person!!! Only way I baste my quilts! I have a mid arm and it holds and quilts beautifully. Washes out completely when finished. Just did 4 throw size quilts yesterday and plan on doing the same today. I give them a quick set with a warm iron and then lay them over the back of the futon in my guest room/office. When I am ready to sit down and quilt, they are ready to go!