KimmerB

Love it, love it, love it . I seemed to always get the fabric messed up no matter how many pins I used when I tried to sandwich. Tried different methods, some worked okay most were not so okay but I am able to get very good results with the glue! Gluing saves me time and frustration. I have used it for small projects, table runners, baby quilts and throws and will be using it on my queen quilt I am piecing. It took me lots of time to try this technique but after reading everyone's opinions and helpful advice I am very happy I tried it the first time. I am thankful to this board for the great ideas and help.

mimi=17

Ditto ,much better than pins.

kamaiarigby

I use polyester batting ( low loft) can the glue method be used on this type of batting?

AngeliaNR

Yes--it works well with poly batting. Drizzle it on the batting, place the backing (or top, depending on which side you are working on) on top, and create a connection between the two. I use my ruler to gently smooth the top layer I'm working on, so it comes into contact with the glue.

ploverwi2

The glue from the Dollar Stores is awesome.

misseva

I have glued quilts on my bed (put protective sheet on top first) and/or on a 2' x 4' table. If you glue your quilt on the bed first thing in the morning it should be good to go by noon or at least before you go to bed at night. When I use my small table I start at one end and work my way to the other end then leave it draped (sorta centered) on the table over night. I usually do my gluing in the evenings. I use either Elmer's or washable school glue from Dollar General. Both work well.

Divokittysmom

I am making 18 pillowcases from the Shabby Fabrics Tutorial; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C7yrDQ7G9so
I am embroidering names on each pillowcase, these are gifts for my 6 grands.
I have been using the glue baste method on the final seam in the junction where 6 layers of fabric meet. No matter how carefully I pinned it or how many pins I used, the seams would slide as I stitched over them.... UNTIL.. I started glue basting!! Once I did that every single one matches perfectly!! I am addicted to glue basting no matter what I am sewing!! It works every single time!!

ruthquilter

has anyone ever used the glue basting for hand quilting? I haven't because I don't know if it will make things difficult with sewing by hand!

HouseDragon

I love you!!!!! I no longer have the strength in my hands I once had.

Mahalo!!!!!

For those who haven't tried the Elmer's Washable School Glue sandwiching method:

It works!

Try it on something small and you'll never go back to pins or spray.

I do half the flimsy side, smooth with my hands, then press the glue dry; then the other half. Then do the backing side one half at a time.

Because you are working with the flimsy (then the backing) on top of the batting, you won't get any tucks or wrinkles.

Edit: Churches, recreation buildings, and some libraries and quilt shops have nice long tables that enable you to do half a large quilt at a time. I've never been charged. Press the glue dry and you'll be done in no time and can take your sandwiched quilt home with you. I've seen those same tables for sale at $50 each; the legs fold up, so storing out of the way is possible.

Eisy

OK, you all talked me into trying this. Since I was needing to sandwich a baby quilt figured it was a good time to start.
Love it. I did thin with a little water. Thanks everyone for the good advise.