Finally done.....what an ordeal.....next time I won't use as much....wish it would tell you that once over with the spray is enuf

Gummy needle? Clean with alcohol soaked cotton ball. This won't stain your quilt like WD40 or GooGone. Soap takes out the spray basting not just water.

just pretend it's hairspray. spray going side to side, moving downward at the same time. then go to the next area and repeat till done.

I think you will be a lot happier if you use 505 next time.

I just finished a quilt and used June Taylor baste. I have used several cans and I have never had a problem. My needle has never gummed up. Hope you find out what your problem is. Once I started useing the spray, I don't think I woud ever go back to pining. Good luck...

Can't help in any other way than to tell you I use the cheapest spray from the el cheapo shops and wait for a day after I have basted before quilting. The needle has never gunked up and the quilts have not shifted nor feel stiff. Sometimes. I think some products are just not suitable but have the perception of being so because they are sold at High prices from specialty shops.

I have tried every brand of spray over the years and some gum up more than others. My personal favorite of the moment is the 505 temporary spray. But, as you have found out, a very light misting is all you ever should use and keep it away from the edges where your hands, scissors, etc. will be touching. I pin around those edges. My way is to spray lightly, let it dry a bit and then stick the layers together. After all is sandwiched, I still set it aside and wait a bit before sewing. Keep my needle clean with alcohol wipes. Clean the table or surrounding area if necessary with Goo Gone. And I spray it on the batting, not the fabric itself. A little goes a long way! I quilt nearly all day, every day and am still on a can I purchased about 5 years ago.

When washing, soak, do not agitate, in a large bin washer with some gentle soap (not detergent). Plain water does not remove the glue. Rinse well, dry flat or in gentle, cool dryer. You will be fine.

A light spray is all you need with the spray bonding, no matter what the brand. I have used it on 7 quilts and I have never had any problem. Good luck!

i luv the spray basting. we learn from our mistakes.