zyxquilts

Hi Pat!
Another way to get the layers smooth, in case you can't find binder clips big enough, is to use Duct Tape. First put your backing fabric face down & tape one side - using pieces of the duct tape - then smooth across & tape some more, then do the same on the other 2 sides. Next smooth your batting down & put the top on face up, smooth again, and tape the top the same way as the backing. Last step - baste! If you pin baste, put them in starting in the middle & working out, but DON'T close them yet. After you get it all pinned, carefully take the tape off & flip the whole sandwich over to check & make sure there aren't any puckers or folds. If it's OK, then flip it back & close all the pins, starting from close to you & working in, so you don't stick yourself! (I'm speaking from experience on that part! LOL)

Good Luck!

sue

sewmuch

Hi Pat, good to meet another Californian. Love the beach too. I have a friend in Ventura and have been there. Wonderful climate there. I am in Northern CA, 35 miles east of S. F. You will enjoy this forum, all are so nice and helpful.
:lol: Nancy

sewmuch

I AM GOING TO TRY THE BASTING SPRAY AS I HAVE A PUCKERING PROBLEM WITH THE ONES I QUILT MYSELF. :) ANOTHER GOOD IDEA!

vicki reno

I use the basting spray all the time now. It really helps. No matter how much I smoothed the fabric and pinned, always had puckers before. Great stuff :!:

sewmuch

I am going to get some today, hope Joann's has it. Sounds like just what I need, as I have a heck of a time w/the backs. :-)