I quilted this same panel with a "cow jumped over the moon" pantograph and it was really cute when finished. You have been given some good advice. Good luck with your project.

and a perfect solution. i was thinking simple and quick and this fits.

i used this method with a bunch of cat beds that i made and nothing shifted. you anchor the batting down by sewing around the edges so that is does not shift. once i turned the sandwich inside out, i sewed around the edges to make sure it did not move and then i did a few tacking stitches in the middle so that the pads would endure washing. i have washed the ones i kept for my furbabies with no batting issues.

Good luck in whatever you decide to do and congrats on the little one on its way

Or try tying the quilt with floss, that makes for a cute quilt also. But i like Arstyone idea also.

What an exciting time for you with the grandchild on the way. I'm sure that whatever method you use to make this sweet quilt the baby and his mom will love it. The only thing I can think to add to everyone else's suggestions is that before you sandwich and start sewing, it would be a good idea to iron both the top and the back using quite a bit of starch. A few minutes in the clothes dryer will take the wrinkles out of the batting (if it is cotton). This will help you a great deal in keeping everything straight. After it's done you'll want to wash the starch out of the finished quilt before using it for the baby. If you do decide to bind it, you would probably find it easier to manage a bias binding. This means the fabric is cut in strips across the diagonal. It will be more flexible than the straight trimmings from your backing. You might have to buy more fabric, but probably less than a yard. You could use a contrasting fabric, such as a solid color from the design. You should be able to find good instructions for binding both on this board and on Youtube, or perhaps there is an experienced quilter near you who could guide you through the steps initially. It's much easier to show than to explain. Best wishes for the wee one to be.

Your panel is cute and it's going to make a wonderful quilt. The easiest way is to the birthing method(you can search it here or on youtube to get a tutorial). You could quilt it also, but the batting and backing need to be larger than the top. It will shrink up a little when you quilt it. Afterwards, you can square it up(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KPlo79fz6P0). After that, you can add your binding. Just take a deep breath and go slow and take your time. Remember, quilting is fun!!!! There are lots of videos and tutes to show how do do all of it. If you need more help, ask. There are tons of people here that are willing to help the best they can.

Personally, I like to bring the back to the front when finishing. I think it looks nicer.

Love the panel. Some great guidance from the ladies. Please post a pic when finished

Very cute fabric. Will make a super quilt. Best of luck on your endeavour.