I don't use pins unless I absolutely have to, which means rarely.

I do use Sullivan's basting spray and it works great, I have some projects that I basted with spray a couple of years ago (procrastination on finishing it) and the fabric/batting/backing are still snug.

Even tho I do like Sullivan's it does need to be used in a well ventilated area. I bought quite a few cans when our local Hancocks went out of business cuz it was the only store that carried it. When I run out I will try some of the other basting sprays that people recommend, if I can find them.

warm quilt hugs, sue in CA

Oh and I don't understand why you would spray baste AND pin too...sounds like extra effort and time.

I've been using the spray basting for years, that is how I learned how to quilt, have never pinned. It holds very securely. The only time I have some issues is when I have been extra cautious not to have 'over spray' at the corners and edges. Then it might not hold as secure, so I give it a quick spritz again, and all is good.

Definitely have to have a sheet or something under it around the outside of the quilt to catch the overspray cuz it will make floors tacky. I spray baste on my tile floor, definitely don't want to get it on carpet!

warm quilt hugs, sue in CA

I've never heard of using hairspray for basting spray, does anyone have more info on this method. I have a very limited budget and I'd love to try this.

I've used spray basting a couple of times (pink and white can). I really like the shortcut and not having to thread baste. I've broken too many needles with pin basting, ya, stupid huh! I have an acrylic sewing table and the sticky over spray really adhered to the surface and made it tacky. Should have washed off with soap and water being water soluable, but hasn't. The other issue I've experienced is while smoothing the quilt top, the bat material seems to stretch and causes the back to ripple. I'm sure it's my technique; any solutions anyone?

I just sprayed for the first time, it looks pretty good.

I have used spray basting in the past but the fumes were very hard on my lungs and there was no where I could use it outside. This is why I wanted to try the Flynn Frame...no basting needed. I did find that it works well on cotton batting but not on poly. One that works is wonderful but take care of your lungs also.

absolutely not. I use 505 basting spray and it is the best thing EVER. Does not shift - stays put forever, does not gunk my needle. I would not waste the time adding pins.

I use spray basting on most of my quilts, but if it is a baby quilt I do not use it.
I am very concerned that the spray may cause an allergic reaction.
I may be overly cautious but do not want to take a chance.

I have never used the spray either, but from what I'm reading I'm thinking I need to!!! You all make it sound very tempting! I think I've been intiminated by the concern of the smell but more importantly the overspray and resedue. I guess I'm going to have to give it a try.

The Pink and White can is called "The Original Quilt Basting Spray"
Acid free and is made by Sullivans The last can - 13 oz - cost $12.95 @ a LQS
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I've started making Garden Flags out of the 5 yard bolds of nylon Walmart is selling for $5.00. Limited colors but what do you think? Will they fly?

i only spray baste no more pinning !! the spray baste will keep your quilt together for a good long time (if sprayed good) while you finish the quilt i have sprayed a quilt and carried it around everywhere in the house and to a friends house to show her to get an opinion on how to finish it and the quilt stayed together
i can say i think once you go to spray basting you wont go back to pinning

The stuff in the pink and white can is Sullivan's.. It's great stuff..

I can spray baste a quilt and days even weeks later and it's still stuck just fine.. I can also lift and reposition the fabric if necessary... One can has lasted me forever.. I only barely spray it.. Just a very very light swish across the area. It will wash away without any trouble..

The only drawback is that it smells! It says to use with plenty of ventilation, but I have to work in my basement.. another reason not to use much! I think it is the best product.

Once sprayed and stuck, I never pin, don't need to. It's a great product and I'll keep using it.

i have used 505 and another one by dritz that is low odor in the house with a fan on and or a window open and it wasnt bad just dont light a cig with the vapors still i the air it is very flamable if it is a large quilt i take it to our civic center and use the spray in a larger room with no problem

someone said you can use the 99 cent hair spray from the dollar store........does that really work/ plain old hair spray???? sounds too good to be true

I use the spray basting and find the Quilt and Basting Spray by Sullivans (pink can) works great. I follow instructions and spray lightly. Then I use 10 to 12 pins to anchor the quilt. Better than getting on the floor and trying to use 50+ safety pins.I can spray at least 5 or more quilts using that method.

I have not tried before but I hate pinning so I would like to give it a try.

Which brand do you use? I read one of these replies and they mentioned something about gunking (don't think that was the term they used) up the bobbin. Have you had any problems with that? Thank you in advance for your reply.

The person who first showed me spray basting said to iron the basted quilt with a warm iron. That will release the spray and make it easier to smooth out. I used Sullivan spray

I googled "The Original Quilt Basting Spray" and Hancock Fabrics has it for $8.99 per can.

Here is the link if you want it:
http://www.hancockfabrics.com/search...ting%20machine

You can do the same thing with the June Taylor from Walmart. Since I do my spray basting on a shower curtain in the grass mine comes out bumpy. Then I take my basted quilt to the basement and lift half of the layer and resmooth it. Then work my way around so it is all smooth. Works for me. K

I still pin but I'm going to start spraying

Hey Everyone!!!! I just finished the quilt and used the spray basting.....it was WONDERFUL!!! I had no problem what so ever. The only thing I would do different is to spray only half of the fabric then smooth that out & then do the other half. I had no puckers and I used no pins!!!!! I am a beliver and will probably never use pins again. Also there was no oder, I used the June Tailor brand from JoAnns.

Three Questions .... (1) Do you spray on the fabric or the batting? (2) Where do you spray (on the floor, outside, design wall, table)? (3) How do you handle the issues with the overspray (it leaves a sticky residue everywhere)?

What website do you get the 505 spray and fix on? The one I found is 12.95 per can or a larger can for more. I'm pretty cheap but I want to use what works best so if there is something online cheaper, a web site for that would be great.
I have been using the fusible batting and it is hit or miss as to whether if adheres, sometimes it is great especially for my smaller projects but sometimes it just doesn't work very well.
I kind of feel like I am cheating by using it and that I am not a true quilter, but it sure makes things easier and I'm all for easy if I can get it right

My trick is to spray baste and then walk on the quilt being sure to cover every square inch for several times around...in sock feet, of course! Then I usually don't get around to doing the quilting for a couple of days or more---not sure if that makes a difference or not! I've never needed pins or to spray baste any more after doing this.

I spray the batting, put the backing on top, walk on it for a few minutes (with sock feet) to adhere it well, turn it over, spray the batting again and then put the top on...and walk on it for a few minutes. I have done this on my tile kitchen floor (Swiffered off the overspray), on a hardwood floor (damp mopped the overspray I think...this was many moons ago!) and on a big tarp on the driveway (hosed it off really well and let it air dry). The tarp on the driveway was the easiest since it was king sized and on the driveway, I could walk around it on all four sides. Now I usually make baby quilts and I use a tarp or king sized sheet spread on the living room floor with the furniture pushed back....then throw the sheet in the washer to get rid of the overspray. Basting is my least favorite part of the entire craft so I do it as easily and quickly as possible!

I found the 505 spray at Sewforless.com. I bought a case of 12 for $153 because they had free shipping if you bought $149 worth. That was for the 17oz cans, which I think retail for about $24, so it was a great deal. Otherwise it is about $13.50 plus shipping.

I use the 505 spray and then, just to be sure, I hand baste all around the outside edges of the sandwich, and I leave that hand basting in until the sandwich has been sufficiently quilted so that it is perfectly secure.

Spray basting is the best. It never works for me with the pin method.

I like the spray basting. someone on the board said hairspray works great too. God bless.

How do you get the spay basting off the counter, I did use it the other day and got some on my counter, I tried alcohol
and a scrubbie,nothing! yuk,still there on my counter and sticky! So far not a fan of it!

I asked a similar question because some overspray got on my acrylic sewing table. It's supposed to be water soluble ... I can't get off the table.

(1) I personally don't think it matters, but it's usually advised to spray the batting.
(2) Small quilts get done on the kitchen island. Large quilts on the floor, but I would like to use a wall some day. Have read posts from people who have used a garage wall or a garage door.
(3) I lay out sheets to cover an area much larger than my quilt. Usually a king-size flat sheet is enough. Spray from the edge towards the center to minimize overspray. I like sheets because they can be tossed in the laundry.

I have never had an overspray problem but if I did, and if it did not come off as expected, I would call the manufacturer and ask their advice.

I also use the 505 spray but do tape my backing down to the floor (or other large hard surface) before spraying and sandwiching which cuts down on any wrinkles on the backing.

I have seen a lot of questions about over spray and I have only one suggestion to all of you. Try Simple Green. It will remove the built up greasy road film from the fenders of my car here in Alaska where nothing else would and it is biodegradable and non toxic. On the tough stuff I used it full strength. Hope this helps.

I wonder if goo gone will work?

Sometimes for guey sticker/lables and sticky things, I use lighter fluid and it works great and doesn't destroy anything. Perhaps giving that a try will work

W-D 40 or Antibacterial hand sanitizer might work. I use the hand sanitizer for everything sticky.

I tried goo gone and it did not do as well as Simple Green. But hey, anything is worth a try. You never know depending on the area that needs cleaning and what it is made of.

Ok I just tried my first spray basting. Was thrilled with it, said I will never use a pin again. ... Then I turned it over and realized that the baking had come off and was not glued to the batting and I was all puckered in the back.UHHHH what to do.... Learned a lesson though. Always start in the middle and work out but since others had said that the sides are what come apart I decided to do around the edges. Well, I fixed it and finished it. I think that it came out OK, will post pics tomorrow.

I use Goo Gone and it worked great!