Do you use spray adhesive for basting?
09-03-2011, 05:18 PM
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I too use the 505. Just don't over use it. If you use to much, it can then gunk up your needle when quilting. It's great stuff to use. I don't use poly batting either. Depending on what kind you use, it can raise havock with your thread. I really like a 80/20 cotton/poly blend.
09-03-2011, 05:54 PM
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I use the June Tailor spray and buy it at Walmart. It works great for me with either poly or cotton batting. The best tip I can give you is to not overspray....a little goes a long way and you won't get a gummed up needle either.
09-03-2011, 06:12 PM
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Originally Posted by Delilah
I lay a big flannel sheet on my king bed, covering headboard, the flannel also holds project nice and snug. BTW, I have never starched before layering, just ironed. I smooth backing and batting on sheet, fold back half of batting, spray then smooth back down, fold back other half, spray and smooth. Then arrange quilt top and repeat the fold back, spray, and smoothing process. I used to use June Tailor Basting Spray (for about 200 quilts) but their new stuff is awful so switched to 505 and love it. When spraying close to the edges direct the spray toward the center to protect from over spray. Start with spraying lightly, can always test for tackiness and add more if necessary, some fabrics take to the spray better than others. I have successfully layered king quilts in an hour or less. Be patient, like everything else it takes practice.
09-03-2011, 07:02 PM
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This link has a demo on spray basting that is just brilliant!
http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-149201-1.htm
http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-149201-1.htm
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