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Where do you sandwich "big" quilts

Old 07-25-2010, 06:33 PM
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usually use the floor in the parlor as it is the room with the least furniture to move.have also used the gym at the local preschool;folks like to watch me put them together and i have helped several folks over the year start learning about fabrics and quilts.it's a nice hobby for busy moms as it doesnt seem to matter how long it takes to do and can be done on a shoestring budget.
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Old 07-25-2010, 06:33 PM
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Originally Posted by stefanib123
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Originally Posted by Up North
Please don't laugh I tack them on my hallway wall.
I have used the wall on smaller quilts up to a twin :lol: It really works! gravity helps a lot. I have a fold up table I use for larger.
What do you, literally use tacks to nail them to the wall?

I use the floor, but I bet this would help with getting them nice a flat.
I use bulletin board tacks, My walls are yucky anyway so I don't care and when I paint the little holes go away.
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Old 07-25-2010, 06:39 PM
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Mine roll up on my quilting frame. (Good thing, because I've got a bad knee and can't get down in the floor. Well, actually, getting DOWN there isn't the problem. I just can't get back UP! :lol: )
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Old 07-25-2010, 06:47 PM
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Ask at your church if you can use some tables to pin-baste your quilt. If you are lucky to have a LQS near by ask them if you can use their classroom. It doesn't take more than 2 hours or so.
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Old 07-25-2010, 06:50 PM
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I have a large table that DH made for me in my sewing room. I use binder clips to hold down the back and then layer the batting and top. On really large tops I have to shift the sandwich and re-anchor it.
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Old 07-25-2010, 07:24 PM
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Check with your local library. There is often a "community" type room with long folding tables. I put about three tables together for a queen or king size and I'm set! More fun to do with a friend. Might not be possible with basting spray though!
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Old 07-25-2010, 07:52 PM
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Originally Posted by quilterken
Get a 4' x 8' piece of MDF or plywood, have it cut into 2 pieces 4' square and add a piano hinge so you have a large folding board or table top. I have even seen them in 3 pieces. This folding table top can be laid over your kitchen table and stored when not in use. Really saves your back...
That's a great idea! :thumbup:
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Old 07-26-2010, 02:26 AM
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I use my driveway, on an inexpensive blue tarp......
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Old 07-26-2010, 02:52 AM
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What is MDF?? Sorry if this is a dumb question.
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Old 07-26-2010, 03:25 AM
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Our library has a meeting room -they let us use the tables there as long as the room isn't booked for an event. We just have to call in and ask and they tell if the room will be empty. Hope you can find a place to baste.
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