crazicorn

Since the day I first tried spray basting, that is all I ever do. I just love it. :-D

Mariah

I don't use it, but did learn at Guild that it is a good product. I saw it demonstrated at a class several years ago, and think it would be fine.
The reason I don't use it is because it is just something more to buy. I agree with you about the pins; they get to be a "pain." However, I don't push myself on my quilting, and use it more as relaxation. Those who were using it were those who quilted for others, quilted a lot and wanted results quickly.
They did mention that if you have Bronchial Problems, coughing, ect, not to use it. It does have a pronounced smell, or it did 5 yrs. ago. Maybe is improved by now.

bstanbro

I spray basted a small applique wall-hanging recently and it worked just fine.

skavanau

I only use Sray basting now. I use 505 its great and my hands have healed..

wishiwerequilting

I use 505 spray all the time. used to use small safety pins to baste for machine quilting, but one time trying 505 and I was hooked for life. Great stuff!!
The can does say "505 spray and fix". Odorless, colorless, non-acid, will wash out with water, no needle residue, etc.
I don't think I would use a really old can of any adhesive, best to buy new. if you live in a very humid climate, the moisture *may* cause it to unstick if your quilt is in the humidity. (no problem if you are in A/C). I always use Quilter's Dream Cotton batting, or Dream Poly and have no problems. Not sure i would recommend 505 for something like high loft poly bat...I think you may encounter probs with that.
There is a tutorial on our blog about spray basting. I can link you to the blog, but then scroll down until you see pics of the quilt being basted - the date says Wednesday October 21, 2009.
http://quiltersparadisecafe.blogspot...max-results=10
hope this helps!

karielt

505 spray all the way... I'm sold on it and its the best. Try Connectingthreads.com

skavanau

Ive never had any problems but then again I live in sunny AZ..No humidity.

cowgirl

Spray basting is the only way I baste! It is fast and easy and really holds the fabrics in place.

fktsewing

Yes, tape the back down as you normally would. Lightly spray, as it does not take much. And make sure you cover the table you are using to spray the quilt on. I tape 30 gallon trash bags to the table first ---I buy a box of the cheapest off brand ones because you will throw it away at the end. I love it. It washes out on the first washing but it really is a time saver.

cbuchanan

I always tape down my backing first. I love quilting spray but only use it on smaller lap or baby quilts. I sometimes still put in a few pins just to be safe.