My crib quilt top has been folded in my closet for a couple weeks and has gotten some creases, but I’m going to have to baste it on my living room floor all one evening after my munchkin is asleep, and I don’t know that I’ll have time to iron, make my quilt sandwich & pin it all… Find a place where you can lay out your quilt. Making a quilt sandwich is a piece of cake when you are basting a quilt with homemade spray starch. I have been using the elmers glue to baste for some time. Further, there is NO (none, none none) stickiness on thread nor needle. You can, however, use quilting glue as a cheaper yet equally effective alternative. I hope that you were successful with this method and also check out the homemade spray using flour, water, salt and rubbing alcohol. It repeated the gluing and hand pressing for the quilt top. Top is done now I'm feeling overwhelmed by the basteing and quilting ahead of me, but I don't want to give up now. English paper piecing. 1/2 tsp salt. New Sullivans Quilt Basting Spray cans are labeled “new and improved” so your results may vary. So I picked up my quilt thank goodness I only done about 12 inches. I also live in the LA area. After reading the rave reviews about using Elmer's glue to baste quilts I tried it. Just putting it out there for other quilters living in tropical climates to consider. Would adding the watered down glue with a paintbrush work? I would not use even a dry iron on a cotton setting on a nice table. If so, which do you prefer. Thank you so much for this tutorial. Lay the quilt backing fabric on a clean hard floor, right side down. I always wash my quilts after so the glue washes out and I've never had any problems. Just followed your link from the quiltingboard, great tute! NO blood on quilts as there is enough sweat and tears - he he he do you remember the group Blood, Sweat and Tears :) I spend too many hours pinning quilts either on the floor or on tables if the quilt was small enough - I distinctive remember spending 8 hours pinning my son's quilt for when he passed boot camp for the NAVY back in the day when I only stitched in the ditch. Dec 13, 2019 - Explore Connie Allison's board "Spray glue" on Pinterest. In this episode, you'll learn how to: Easily prepare an economical homemade basting spray. - In a clean spray bottle add 8 ounces of rubbing alcohol and the cooled flour mixture, gently shake and go sandwich a quilt. clean spray bottle. How to spray baste on the wall. I can see why you stated to avoid "puddling" I actually broke a needle on a hard spot....I do love this method I have tried them all! Essential oils add a nice scent to the formula. However, if you can wait until you have finish sandwiching your quilt and let it dry - then you could do your marking on a dry quilt top. Basting: Spray basting is often the best and quickest means basting. Yes, I will be sure to let you know when I try it. Also did you use the Elmer's Washable School Glue? I do like it better than the Elmer's Glue; it is easier to squirt a spray bottle rather than squeeze a glue bottle. I've been thinking about trying a glue stick. The answer to my prayers was at last at hand. Hi Ann,FMQ is a method of securing all the layers together google Leah Day or on you tube and she can show you how to get started. I've not used the pinning method as I'm a new quilter, and I adopted this basting method prior to trying any other. Thanks so much ! I will be experimenting with using a spray bottle in the near future :). So that is why there is a write up about the home made spray glue. This protects the seam and creates a stronger hold. Overspray happens. water it down a little first. But there is no denying the fact that basting spray is the best and most effective means of basting a quilt. While I was in Canada, I worked with an amazing Kinder teacher by the name of Gail Hegquist. Longarm Basting . I just don't want a sticky mess to have to deal with. I take my quilts as a rule to the laundry mat (see that posting here too) as I have an HE top loading washer and it is not the best for washing anything larger, If I use Elmer's I will have more money for fabric :), Okay everyone! At this point I will often mark the sides, the middle of the top. I do not want anyone to damage their table so if in doubt and worried I would use an old table or a portable table you won't be concerned about. You will need: (I need all the help I can get). I love it!! Wow, this seems to be quite amazing. Yes, it does wash out in warm water in the washing machine. See more ideas about Glue, Quilts, School glue. Elmer's spray glue is extremely easy and inexpensive to make. I discovered a recipe for homemade quilt basting spray and I'm pleased to share it with you. ), Using Elmer's Washable School Glue to baste your quilts, Glowing Pineapple Quilt As You Go (QAYG) Original Pattern from Sylvia Q. Davis - AAQLA Quilt Show Demonstration 2013, Economical Spray Glue for basting from stuff you have at home :). If you don't want to wait overrnight you can set it with a hot dry iron. This is GREAT. Hi friends! Problem is that I live in Hawaii and, due to the humidity, things take very long to dry. [divider] Other quilters have reported good results with alternatives such as home made recipes using Elmers Glue or Spray Starch. - In a pot place 2 cups of water and 1/2 tsp of salt bring to a boil and reduce to a gentle boil. Step 3: Take your backing and spread it over the now-tacky batting. Works great. Not all spray adhesives are forever - June Taylor and 505 wash out when you wash the quilt. I am wondering if there are any special tricks for laundering the glue out after quilting? So could you just water the Elmer's down to where it sprays out of the nozzle easier? Thank you for the idea/recipe. I had used Elmers glue on small projects and thought of how we use to use flour and water as paste but didn't take the thought any further. Good morning Nicole,I am so sorry to hear that the hard spots caused your thread to break. Yep thats me ! I tried that but it made the quilt so stiff I felt like I was trying to wrestle with bear to get it quilted! Best of luck to you! that stuff is so expansive but I like it better than starch, So I'm confused. I will add that for other quilters to know. Last Grand Illusion Quilt! the corners are slightly rounded to keep my legs from getting bruised. This quilt was made with the Downton Abbey Collection* of fabrics for my high school girlfriend. Not noted any. I am so glad you found out about using alternative ways to sandwich a quilt. Thanks for stopping by my blog! I hated taking all those pins out again as I was sewing along. Mix the glue 3 parts water:1 at glue, in a spray bottle. I am excited to give your method a try! Hi Tracy,Thanks for coming by my blog, remember it has to be Elmer's or Play School's Washable School Glue or it will not wash out. This process should be called "Spray Spritzing" - you don't have to cover the entire surface and a tiny layer is all that's needed. When I squeeze it onto my quilt and/or batting my poor hands can't take it. 5. Thanks. It dotted and did not lie in a straight line. Misto spary bottle and Elmers Glue - Page 2. Sweet Adeline Quilts has perfected the Elmer's Washable Spray Glue in a spray bottle ratio so here you go! Thanks! I am going to try the flour based spray and see how that turns out. I found that with time the glue shows through the quilt even if its washed after quilting. It worked on the sample so I started on the real deal, my quilt. 1. UPDATE: There have been changes in the recipe and uses for the Multi-Purpose Quilt Spray since this blogpost was published and the FREE download has been updated to reflect these additions. If you use the glue in a spray bottle how much water do you use to water it down? I started in the center of the length of the backing and gentle lifted and pulled it towards me. Quilting Board Quilting Tips Quilting Tutorials Machine Quilting Quilting Patterns Basting A Quilt Quilt Binding Sewing Hacks Sewing Tips. Read on and see if this method is for you. No pins, no stretching, no hand basting...you get the idea. Find a place where you can lay out your quilt. 8 ounces or rubbing alcohol. This way I don't have to worry about the table's finish and I have a much larger surface to work with. Not bad, since it cut the sandwiching process down expediently. 12. Well, I've read all your comments and if you're still using the flour mixture after three years it must be worth a try. I arranged it so that there was batting showing underneath all around the edges. Because this glue is water-soluble, clean-up is also very quick and easy. I'm going to try a spray method instead next. 11. And I can quilt right through the glue. Welcome to the quilting world :). I have glue basted two quilts using this method and, with your tips, it went even better this time. I looove this idea. you have such great ideas!!! I am interested in knowing if there is as much of a problem with the spray floating onto other areas besides the quilt with the home made spray versus the can of spray. I came to this site to read about the glue basting but then read about your own concoxion and I have now used it on 3 quilts successfully. Make sure to tape the backing fabric taut to the floor (or large table). I started spray basting all of my quilts a while back. Is there a way to get your new postings emailed to me or an email reminder? That seems odd to me. I am sure he will like it! Cost wise this is very economical! When the water and salt boils, turn down to a gentle boil and add flour and water. Hi Stitches Happy Thanksgiving Day! As it is a liquid coming out it was much easier to direct than an aerosol. Thank you guys for all your comments! Oops, I forgot to check the notify box so I hope I see your answer! Will this work with polyester batting too? Press from the middle of the quilt out, being sure not to press in any wrinkles. I use a teflon mat so that I can get my iron super hot without fear of scorching. I can't imagine hand quilting through the hard glue I can feel in the quilt. :) For quilts with polyester matting I put a dollop of Elmer's Washable School glue in. After the first quilt, I added some Elmer's washable glue--to the remainder after using mixture on first quilt. I also use pins. I don't know if that means I am old woman with arthritis or if its carpal tunnel.. but it really ruins it for me. Thanks for letting us know about the Rose Art Glue, I have tried the Play School Brand of washable School Glue from the 99 Cent Store and was okay to use. I’ve written how to clean or remove spray baste gunk before, but since it is one of my most popular posts, I thought it deserved a refresh. Hmm, hand quilting is something that I have never tried and kudos to all of you that do take the time to finish you quilts so beautifully. and put that in a spray bottle for the next quilt. I thought the recipe would be for a watered down version of Elmer's.?? I may donn my mad scientist's hat and have a go at an experiment. I washed the quilt in a triple washer at the laundry mat with Purex soap pucks and 2 Color Catchers. I have a posting about homemade spray glue also - you might want to check it out also. Today I'm sharing my tips for how to baste a quilt. Sometimes I iron the quilt as soon as everything is smoothed out. I just happen to do this process on the same wall. I've had to change the name since I've found that not only can it … Yep thats me ! It is as follows: " I played around with watered down elmers in a spray bottle (1 part glue to 3 parts water) and it worked but requires a LOT more ironing.". Elmer's Glue and the flour spray?? So this is spot on for me. Thank You!! Recent Quilts Completed - Spring Fling, Disappearing Four Patch with a Twist, Variation on a Yellow Brick Road, and a classical 16 Patch with muslin background. I'm going to try both methods. I once ruined a table basting a quilt using fusible batting (which required steam). This fine mist with the creates a wrinkle--free sandwhich. - In a gravy shaker (or a jam jar) put 1 cup of cold water and 3 tbsp of flour - shake until the flour and water are combined. I'm not decorating with this door so I don't care what it looks like. I cannot wait to try this! This sounds wonderful. I've used your method and it works like a charm, as to the concerns about the table finish, I have a couple pieces of heavy corrugated cardboard from an appliance box the I use over my table top-- with an old wool blanket over that--- been doing it a couple of years and never damaged my table. This quilt obviously fits on my table so I took a picture of a different quilt top that is larger. what about putting a large piece of heat resistant batting on the table, like the kind they use for hot pads? Anywhere where a mild adhesive is needed, the spray glue will do the trick. Oh Sara this is Wonderful! The corrugated cardboard is an excellent insulator. I think I will stick with the rubbing alcohol for now. I have tweaked a recipe from a member of the Quilting Board forum that I follow. To get started, you will need to lay your backing right side down on a smooth surface. You can find them at relatively low prices, especially if you don't mind a blemish or two. Here’s how we deal. Learn how to use spray starch instead of hairspray or glue to baste your quilt. Did I? Good Morning Peggy! I used the corn starch, and it (and your recipe) worked beautifully. I sprayed with a high volume sprayer, and I ironed...and stitched right away. I honestly didn't know, and hadn't seen any discussion on that, so she decided to try a sample swatch. If you are planning on hand quilting your quilt, then this technique is ideal for you. I'm easily confused, lol, but after rereading I think I got it. Good luck if you chose to try the homemade spray and happy sewing adventures. See more ideas about Spray glue, Glue, Elmer's glue. I figured I could get 3 maybe 4 quilts out of each can. I am always looking for the most economical way to sandwich my quilts so that I can spend more money on fabric. I made sure there were no wrinkles and hand pressed the backing to the batting. 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