One thing I have learned to do is to mark the middle of each edge before layering. In other words, fold the quilt top in half and mark the halfway point (I like to iron the mark in and then add a pin; have found that pins alone tend to get lost on me by the time I need them. You can also use small pieces of blue painter's tape). Then fold in the other direction and mark those mid-points.

Do the same with both the batting and the backing.

When you start layering, line up the mid-points. That way your batting is centered on your backing, top is centered on your batting, etc.

Positioning the top layer and getting it just right is always a challenge. A small quilt isn't too hard, but I have my husband help me with this step. It is so much easier with two people to center the top and then to pick it up and move it just a little if needed.

Best wishes with your project! Each one you do will become easier.

Dayle