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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

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

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

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 :!:

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. :-)