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06-16-2010, 12:31 PM

#41

quilting.addict

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Originally Posted by Prism99

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Originally Posted by quiltinggrandmaca

When using the spray for basting do you still have to tape down the backing before you put the batting and the top together?

I don't.

I smooth the batting out on a large flat sheet on the floor (to catch any overspray), then smooth the backing fabric out on top of the batting. When it is the way I want it, I fold back the fabric so the top half of the batting is exposed, spray the batting, then smooth the fabric back in place. Then I fold up the bottom half of the fabric and repeat the process. I flip the quilt sandwich over so the other side of the batting is up and repeat the whole process with the top. That's it, except for tossing the large flat sheet into the laundry basket.

I would not use a 5-year-old can of basting spray. You don't know what chemical changes may have taken place over time. I recommend buying a new can of 505 basting spray.

What kind of batting are you planning to use? Nobody has problems with cotton batting, or 80/20 batting. Some people have problems getting polyester batting to adhere; however, that may be due to the brand of basting spray being used. I don't think anyone has reported a problem with polyester batting when they use 505.

I use this exact method, but I do it outside on a large picnic table covered with a sheet. I started wearing a paper mask after I did three in a row one day and could hardly breath!! I am amazed at how long and well this 505 works...most of the time I put a safety pin in each corner and get started quilting. I do a lot of machine quilting and never use basting thread or more pins. I use the same method when I hand quilt it. Oh, yes, I ALWAYS use the spray adhesive. BTW, I have used June Tailor and it works just fine..and quite a bit cheaper.
Do it, you will love the process.

06-16-2010, 03:04 PM

#42

AliKat

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Originally Posted by kasmitty1

I love 505. I've tried another brand, and it gunked up my needle really bad. I'll stick (no pun intended) with 505. :)

I love the 505 also. When I spray baste I have a friend help me and it goes much faster and easier.

ali

06-16-2010, 03:10 PM

#43

pollyjvan9

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I use spray baste all the time and I sandwich my quilts on my design wall. You don't have to bend over or get down on the floor and the weight of the fabric helps with getting it smooth. As many have said use a fairly light hand. I just make big loops in about 12" circles all the way down the quilt on all touching sides.

06-16-2010, 03:10 PM

#44

Glenda C.

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I have not tried spray basting. From what I am reading sounds like it would really help, but where do you buy it.
glenda c in Texass [email protected]

06-16-2010, 03:30 PM

#45

quilting.addict

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Most LQS carry the 505. Walmart and Joann Fabric, and Hancock Fabric all carry either the 505 or another brand. Wow, Polly, what do you hold the top of the quilt up with..to the design wall? I don't have one so I don't know what the wall is made from

06-16-2010, 06:07 PM

#46

crafjan

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I love the spray basting but remember you don't have to spray it all over less is more. If you use to much it will gum up your needle. I have learned the hard way. just a little squirt goes a long way.
Jan

06-16-2010, 06:31 PM

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Jim's Gem

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Originally Posted by BarbaraA

I live in Lompoc. No quilting stores here. I quilt/fabric shop in Santa Maria, SLO area and Goleta. I was happy to find a new quilt store in Goleta this weekend, couldn't stay too long, hubby was in car.

There are several quilt shops that you need to learn about. There's the Old Town quilt shop in Orcut, The Creation Station in Buelton, Sew Fun and Quilte's Cupboard in Atascadero, ( love Sew Fun!!!) The Cotton Ball in Moro Bay, The Quiltery and Wine Country Quilting in Paso Robles, The Quilt Attic in Arroyo Grande, Quilting Cousins in Pismo, and if you are ever all the way done this direction, The Treasure Hunt in Carpenteria, Quilt Ventura in Ventura and Baron's here in Camarillo.

06-16-2010, 07:14 PM

#48

Vanuatu Jill

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This is my first post! Really love reading all these comments and learning tons. I just moved back from Vanuatu (South Pacific) after 19 years and have been quilting (obsessively, I might ad) for about 7 years, learning from all the mags I subscribe to. I have wanted to try basting spray after reading about it, since I do mostly bed-sized quilts, quilting by hand, and am no longer physically able to get down on the floor to baste!(without a few margaritas or really strong pain meds after!) After reading all these comments, I am going to rush out to get some 505 to baste the 3 queen-sz tops I have been dreading to baste!!