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Originally Posted by kay carlson
This weekend I tried Sharon Shambler's method. No taping required http://www.plentifulpennies.com/2010/07/basting.html I'm now a convert :) Probably over the top for a table runner - but great for wall, lap, or bed quilts.
Since I enjoy handwork, the tailor basting type stitch was quick and easy. The results were above and beyond my expectations. I, too, am a convert to this method. :-) With my asthma, I am unable to use the basting sprays. :-([/quote] I've been doing the herringbone stitch basting for years, although I pinned and clamped first instead of using the boards Sharon uses. I like her method much better than having to pin & clamp or spray. Now it's off to the hardware store for those finished baseboards. BTW, the video on her website is more detailed than the one shown on plentifulpennies. |
Originally Posted by Mary Hostetler
When I use basting spray it always gums up my needles! Is there a trick I've missed?
A trick that does help keep the gunk from any adhesive from building up on the needle: wipe the needle every so often with a bit of Sewer's Aid. It is a silicon lubricant and helps keep the stuff from sticking. Have fun, Pati, in Phx |
HA HA !!!
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I agree! Mine too!!
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505 basting spray is the way for me. I used to pin and always was disappointed. I worked in a quilt shop for a while last year and was introduced to the spray. What a difference!
Arlene :thumbup: |
Originally Posted by KiwiQuilter
I understand your frustration. I've tried a few techniques over the years.
The last table runner I did I basted it on the ironing board. Photos can be seen here: http://www.plentifulpennies.com/sear...table%20runner I pinned the outside edge of the backing to the ironing board (with pins not safety pins). Then added the batting. I then pinned the top to the backing - again only the outside edge. I hand basted from one edge of the ironing board to the other (from narrow end to narrow end). Only removing pins as required. Gosh I hope that makes sense... Another technique I used once was a bed mattress. I took it off the bed and propped it up again the wall. Then I pinned the backing onto the mattress (same as before - just the outside edge, and used regular pins). Having it hang vertically made it easier to ensure there was no bunching. Once again I hand basted it (my preference - but you could also pin with safety pins at 3 inch intervals). This weekend I tried Sharon Shambler's method. No taping required http://www.plentifulpennies.com/2010/07/basting.html I'm now a convert :) Probably over the top for a table runner - but great for wall, lap, or bed quilts. Thanks for posting it. |
I pin baste then I start in the middle and hoop it. I quilt that then rehoop til I'm done.
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basting spray (505 spray ) it is the best thing and the only thing i use , i wont pin anymore quilts together!!!!
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[quote=daniellern76]My first official project was a table runner. Just finishing the binding now. I had the hardest time pinning it together without it looking saggy in the back. It took me an hour! I can't imagine how long a twiin or full quilt will take me! I taped the backing tightly to the table, spread out the batting and then the top and used the brass quilting pins that I saw recommended. I had to redo it numerous times before I considered it acceptable. Any shortcuts or hints you all have for me? I wish I could just roll it onto something, nice and tight and have it turn out perfectly![/quote
You did the right thing buy taping the back to the table, but I think you would have had an easier time if you had spray basted, first your batting and then your top. Possibly pinning it tog loosened the back....i'm not sure about that but maybe others will be able to help. I really tape my backs down securely and have learned to use the spray. Hope this helps you ...hugs SG PS...I read from the back to the front so after writng this I see that almost everyone recommended the spray basting....I use WM's spray and it doesnt gum up my needle, but I do use it sparingly and let it dry...good luck |
1) Sweep kitchen floor
2) Mop kitchen floor 3) Banish husband and children from kitchen, don't allow any drinks in or out of the kitchen either! 4) Drag all quilting related stuff from bedroom closet to kitchen floor hopefully this inclused tape. lol 5) Lay backing fabric out and tape it FLAT to the nice clean floor then layer batting and top pin everything together. 6) Crawl up off the floor and complain about how bad you hate doing it.... I don't get as many quilts quilted as I do pieced! lol and everyone wonders why. I really wanna try the Micro Stitch Basting Gun. I think it would still be all the same hassle minus the pinning! |
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