Magic wand
 

Wish I had a magic wand that I could wave over my quilt and it would perfectly sandwich itself. I have worked 3 hours on it, and am somewhat satisfied. Think I will let it set awhile and then try to perfect it. Any suggestions?

Sharon Schamber has a video on YouTube about board basting. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HyaLsMafElo
It is the only way I baste my quilts now and it works! Some people use pool noodles with a dowel or pvc pipe inside to stiffen them, I have never done that, but it looks like it would work as well. I hand quilt my quilts and this is so much easier than anything else I have tried, plus no getting down on hands and knees!

I feel your pain. I absolutely detest sandwiching! I need to watch that video.

My loathing of sandwiching and basting was one of the major reasons I got a longarm.

It's funny you should say that, feline fanatic. I just sent a King sized quilt out to be LA'd and was thrilled to pay for the service!

Yes, I had a full sized quilt long armed earlier this year. What a relief that I didn’t have to mess with the sandwiching. The one I am working on is only 76x58, but still is a challenge.

I spray baste mine using the homemade basting spray. Takes about 25 -30 min for a queen size quilt. I open up three folding tables and lay it out flat. I have had several quilts sprayed basted for over six months and still together. I won't use pins or thread to baste ever again.

Would you mind sharing your homemade basting spray recipe? I know that many of us would love to have it.

I just jump in and get it sandwiched. I use my glass topped dining table. I am always anxious to get onto the next one.

I glue baste with elmers washable school glue and it doesn't take long and then the quilt isn't heavy with pins. I watched the sharon shamber video and I don't think that is for me. Seems like it takes a lot longer than my way.