How To Baste A Quilt The Easy Way ~ Pool Noodle Quilt Basting Technique

Learn today how to baste a quilt the easy way without breaking your back! On today's sewing tutorial I will show you how you can easily baste your quilt with simple dollar store pool noodles. No more struggling on the floor to baste your quilt!
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[@frankiemelanson6600]

I tried the pool noodle basting method today and it worked like a charm. Before I knew it I was finished on a lap quilt I am making for my granddaughter. Will be using this method from now on. Thank you so much for the video.

[@TheSewingChannel]

I’m so happy to hear positive feedback on this method. It does come together really quick👍🏼✅🤓

[@Gogas54]

This was the best video I’ve ever seen in basting the quilt. Finally an easy way to do it. Thank you so much for making this video. I can’t wait to try it.

[@LIndaCalame]

Love how you get right to the point without all the intro chitchat!. I have used the noodles twice and still working on getting it smooth. You make it look so easy. I use cans from my pantry to keep the noodles from rolling. Like the pool noodle on the table. Will have to try it. Thank you for the info on the right and wrong side of the batting. I guess I have been lucky and got it right by accident on all but one quilt. NOW I know why the batting was poking through the fabric after quilting. THANK YOU! WE can still dream of that huge table in our home to do this on. No more floors for me!!

[@linsmith2310]

❤😊 Honestly this is Very HELPFUL!!! Game changing, Awesome learning from Ur Gifts ❤😊

[@mbrandeen6368]

New to quilting, I’ve made 3 and had no idea there was a right and wrong side to batting! Thank you for this education! And for the super pool noodle tutorial!

[@nancyguss6739]

Great tutorial Tracy

[@TheSewingChannel]

Thank you Nancy💛

[@ruthhurley800]

I no longer quilt large quilts so when I saw this I discussed it with my husband. Instead of using pool noodles, my husband sanded down two lengths of lumber about 3 1/2 inches wide by 60 inches long and I use them to wrap the top, batting, and backing. I pin every few inches and then roll out a few more inches and pin baste some more. It works beautifully. So thanks for the idea.

[@TheSewingChannel]

That’s wonderful!!!👍🏼🤓🤩

[@TracyLCrawford]

Good husband.

[@jerimiller3017]

Wow! Tracy, so glad I saw this! My 80-year old knees and hips hate getting down on the floor, and hate even more getting up! Floor basting is one reason I usually send my quilts to the long-arm quilter, who does that part. This will make quilting my own so much easier, and it will save me money! I really enjoyed your tutorial, which was easy to understand, and you didn't have any extra time-wasting "chit chat" or. annoying music. I gave you a "thumbs up" and subscribed; looking forward to more of your videos!

[@TheSewingChannel]

Thank you so much for the kind feedback Jeri. I really do appreciate it. The pool noodles definitely are worth it! And so inexpensive too!✅🤓

[@carolynsuetoo]

OMG! You are 80 and STILL quilting? You rock!

[@karenkayrowe]

Brilliant!!!

[@monicabertamueller]

The best idea to baste a quilt I've ever seen!

[@TheSewingChannel]

Thank you ✅💜

[@bethbradford2394]

Great idea! Thanks so much!

[@TheSewingChannel]

You are so welcome!💛

[@melissasteiner9039]

Genius.

[@crazyaboutcards]

Thank you!

[@donnamatoi5256]

You are a genius! I don't know how I missed this series! Thank you!

[@cherylherrera6917]

That's very neat thank you so much

[@TheSewingChannel]

*_You are so welcome🤓_*

[@gloriagonzalez-ek3pt]

Great idea!!!!

[@rizpahjael1]

Wow. So much easier, and I love how the pool noodles are so light and flexible. You're an excellent teacher, too. That's a talent in itself. 💜

[@TheSewingChannel]

Thanks so much 😊

[@shubhakanhere3418]

Lovely 👍 you made it I easy

[@TheSewingChannel]

Thanks for watching 💛

[@lilypangchan5764]

Brilliant idea!

[@TheSewingChannel]

*_Thank you!_*

[@mrsmiggins6435]

Wonderful ideas, thank you

[@TheSewingChannel]

You are so welcome Angela💛

[@SusanSmith-hl3iv]

❤❤❤❤ I’m 79 and still am excited to learn new methods. I’ve known about people using pool noodles, but never saw a good demonstration until your video. 😊 I’m eager to try it. You were ingenious to join two together like a male and female plug PLUS the tape! And the way you set up for machine quilting-you rock in that department!! The “necklace” to help support the part in front of you-now that is super-Genius! Adding quilt batting and then the Minky-so smart. I love how you describe the feel of it. I can’t wait to see the video of your husband opening this gift. He will love it not just because you made it, but because you customized it just for him. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@TheSewingChannel]

I love that you are still learning...I love learning and trying new things. I can't wait until my husband opens his quilt. He's gonna love it❤️ Merry Christmas🎄

[@eheranioudeen7015]

Thank you mam.

[@ravenmoon8147]

Genius!

[@TheBusyBella]

As someone who has accidentally pinned a quilt to my carpet🤦🏾‍♀️, my only large floor space, I so deeply appreciate this quilting life hack! 🙃😆❤️

[@TheSewingChannel]

*_Oh no Amber..you pinned it to the carpet/? (it is kind of funny though....sorry LOL) You will love this hack for sure!!!💛_*

[@updownstate]

I had thought my most recent quilt was my last quilt but you have given me hope. I will follow this channel closely.

[@SewAndTellwithDori]

This is the perfect time of year to stock up on pool noodles at The Dollar Tree! 😀

[@TheSewingChannel]

*💥 ***_Here is the link to Buried Alive Part 1 _**_kzbin.info/www/bejne/l6mxo2Vtl71ge7OT** *💥*

[@kathyarmstrong6431]

I am somewhat new to quilting. I am happy that I find you on KZbin. You are so easy and calm to listen too-----And understand your directions. Thank you.

[@lisatagliabue6395]

Genius!! 🩷

[@poppies1215]

Thank you for linking this tutorial. Now I have no excuse for not basting and finishing my quilt!

[@cynthiapadget5770]

I am just getting started in quilting, and this idea is genius! Thank you so much for sharing!!

[@juliaboster829]

Genius ❤

[@lrussell5496]

Thank you SO MUCH! As a 72 year old quilter it is difficult to sandwich my quilts together. You make it look so easy. I can't wait to try this.

[@TheSewingChannel]

I’m so excited for you to try it! I disliked crawling around on the floor so much as it was so tiring. The pool noodles are much easier for sure! Keep me posted on how it goes for you. ✅✂️🤓

[@kimberlyexshaw2353]

Genius video!!

[@TheSewingChannel]

*_Thank you for the kind feedback Kimberly💛 Genius for sure!- I cannot take credit for it...it's been around for awhile....I'm not sure who came up with it🤷🏻‍♀️ All I know ...IT WORKS LOL😂_*

[@salemhahn7370]

Genius!!

[@TheSewingChannel]

💛

[@laureekolar3160]

I can't even begin to tell you how much I hate putting a quilt sandwich together. This is a game changer! I am going tomorrow to find pool noodles or pipe insulation and get those tops basted! My kids may actually get their quilts some day! LOL Thanks so much!

[@TheSewingChannel]

Wonderful!!!! Have fun with it!!!💛

[@gigiontube]

You are genial !!! So glad I found this video. And of course… I subscribed 🤗

[@TheSewingChannel]

Yay! Thank you!🎉

[@maryanneleginus2147]

Tried this method this morning and it worked great! Took me about 20 minutes total to baste a twin-size quilt. Very easy and quick. Thanks a million!

[@TheSewingChannel]

Awesome Mary Anne! This is definitely an easier way ✅ thanks for the great feedback 💛

[@lynnfox2359]

Excellent method! Thank you!

[@aliciaswafford338]

Just got done crawling around on the floor for a full workout to sandwich my latest quilt. Sweating and everything so I was ready to see this.

[@TheSewingChannel]

Crawling on the floor to quilt baste is a nightmare!!!!✅

[@jotaylor5978]

I love your channel! I just started quilting and I have so much to learn. Thank you for all your videos!

[@TheSewingChannel]

You’re welcome Jo🧡

[@lucilledaub5991]

Loved watching you use the pool noodles on your quilt.You're a good teacher.God Bless you. HAPPY VALENTINES DAY. LOVE YOU

[@TheSewingChannel]

Thank you for the kind words💛

[@Quilting_jules]

Good tip for knowing which side up the batting is! Great demo with pool noodles too. Thanks

[@chalmadanes4291]

Genius

[@beverleykidd1554]

Thank you so much for this wonderful idea wish. Would have known years ago poor back

[@TheSewingChannel]

Oh I know Beverly… So many times crawling on the floor and breaking my back to baste the quilt… Not anymore!👍🏼

[@beverleykidd1554]

@@TheSewingChannel And my knees would hurt so bad at night I just wanted to cry.But not anymore.❤️

[@rebeccalott8625]

ThiS is BRILLIANT!!!!! I’m USING this great idea!! WOW!!!

[@TheSewingChannel]

*_Go for it!_*

[@meme2nn]

She is genius!

[@dot5763]

Woowww after all these blanket i did with backack and knees hurting..Thank you so much for video so much better..what ive been doing

[@TheSewingChannel]

*_You’re welcome 😊_*

[@mrbnana1959]

I enjoy your videos they are so helpful to me my mama and aunts quilted I can remember when I was a kid hand quilting with my mom I just wish I would’ve paid more attention

[@genevievegiella9066]

AWESOME TY ♥️⭕️❌

[@panacheluxury4262]

Sewers always find interesting and unique ways to make the creative process easier. Thank you for sharing this!

[@TheSewingChannel]

*_You are so welcome!✅🤓_*

[@charlenesoares1367]

I never knew that about batting! Thanks

[@vickigray6493]

This was a good learning tutorial for me. I did not know there was a right/wrong side on batting. And the use of the pool noodle is so clever. Thank you!

[@trudycrawford1815]

One of the most ingenious use of pool noodles that I’ve seen. I love it!!

[@TheSewingChannel]

Thanks Trudy💛 this method has been on the internet for a long time✅ it’s easy for sure!

[@mariatrepanier8994]

Thankyou !! Thankyou!! Thankyou! very informative and impressed of your Genius Love for how to use the four pool noodle

[@TheSewingChannel]

Thanks for the kind feedback Maria💜

[@dianeradley1712]

👍♥️♥️♥️Thank you

[@TheSewingChannel]

Your welcome💛

[@arvettadelashmit9337]

You are a wonderful, and very thoughful, teaher. 1. I did not know that there was a right side, and a wrong side, to batting. 2. I did not know how to join Pool Noodles to makes them long enough to use on large quilts. 3. I also did not know how to use that spray glue safely. The quilt shop owner, that I bought my can of spray glue from, did not tell any of us (in that class) about how dangerous that can of spray glue may be (after she talked us into buying it). I learned that after I got home with it and took the time to read the label. I've had it for years and have been to scared to use it. Thank you so much for all this new information. I may learn how guilt better and safer (and suffer less pain while doing it). Please stay safe.

[@TheSewingChannel]

Thank you very much for the kind feedback💛 I appreciate it very much… It encourages me! I’m happy you could easily follow along too✅🤓

[@gabrielegebhart8648]

Awesome

[@TheSewingChannel]

👍🏼🥳🎊🎉🤓

[@TammyNthecraftingdisaster]

I just tried the pool noodle method today to do my husbands "man" quilt-holy smacks it was so easy!!! I appreciate you and your genius!!

[@TheSewingChannel]

Thank you so much for coming back on here to let us all know that it totally worked for you!✅

[@lynette.]

Such a neat answer.

[@tyesoamazing]

I wish you were my high school calculus teacher. You were very thorough.

[@TheSewingChannel]

I am awful with numbers lol. Thank you for the compliment 💛✂️🤓

[@lisagilbert8472]

I love this video!! The best one I have viewed for spray with pool noodles!! Thank for the great job and sharing.

[@carriecoy2714]

I need to graduate to bigger quilts so I can try this technique!

[@francesschireson-dody1516]

WOW!

[@TheSewingChannel]

💜

[@saltdoll5288]

Woman, you are a gosh darn engineer! I am super impressed, ang glad that your video showed up in my feed.

[@TheSewingChannel]

😂 lol * I’m glad I showed up in your feed too!!!🤓✅

[@gayjohnson264]

How awesome , no more floor!!! Thank you

[@TheSewingChannel]

*_Yay...no more floor!✅_*

[@kianatennyson]

Well that was genius. Can’t wait to try it. This summer it sounds like I need to buy 100+ pool noodles because the usage possibilities are endless 💕

[@wendyearwood]

I had no clue as to the different sides of the batting! Thank you

[@TheSewingChannel]

You’re welcome!✅💛🤓

[@Yomamas824]

Amazeballs. Gonna try it today😬😬

[@normav2226]

Your the first channel I have seen actually do a large quilt with the noodles. I have my pool noodles but have not done this yet. I also dislike doing this on the floor. I have a queen size I need to sandwich together. Thanks for the inspiration

[@constancebrooks4291]

This is so nice. Going to buy some pool noodles tomorrow. Thank you.

[@TheSewingChannel]

You’re welcome 😉

[@joanallen7101]

Great idea. Thank you for your video it was wonderful watching.

[@amandastratton8242]

A great idea using the pool noodle Thank you for sharing this tip, I shall be buying some noodles and using them from now on as I have always had trouble getting basting right . finding your videos very informative Thank you, Amanda from England G.B.x

[@carolg.6838]

Thumbs up and subscribed. Thank you so much. I have 2 unfinished quilt tops because of the dreaded lack of space and puckered quilt backs. I used to borrow a quilt store classroom but many store owners retired and closed shop over the years. And who knew there was a right and wrong side to batting...you did! Learned on another channel about little templates for home quilting. Today has been a game changer. I must resume quilting.

[@TheSewingChannel]

Awesome! It’s so much fun to get excited about sewing! ✅✂️👍💕

[@carolg.6838]

Yes, years ago I was able to pin baste my quilt at a nearby store when the classroom was not used. One shop of 4 remains and they were too busy. I was able to use the large meeting table at work and spray basted for the first time just folding back and spraying. Took like 3 hours! The table has curved sides so visibly weird. I wished I had an extra pair of hands. I might try the noodles next time. Not sure if I will spray or go back to pinning.

[@cindyg5064]

Awesome video!

[@mrslcakes]

I am just blown away at this poodle noodle way to baste my quilt. This is absolute genius. Thank you so much for sharing

[@TheSewingChannel]

You’re welcome!✅ I first saw this technique years ago. I’m so glad it helped🤩

[@faykohlhagen2285]

Thanks so much! Now off to purchase some noodles! 🙂

[@TheSewingChannel]

Keep me posted on how it works for you 🤓✅✂️

[@annetvester]

Thank you for this information about the batting up and downside never new this😁

[@TheSewingChannel]

*_Happy to help!💛_*

[@marybutlerbrown9072]

I'll be trying this tomorrow! Thank you

[@sharw5392]

Thank you Tracey for this tutorial, I’ve have now basted 4 quilts with the pool noodle method and every time I come to the basting I watch your tutorial as a refresher, I didn’t know that there was a top and bottom for the batting either, now you have enlightened me, something I learned today after rolling my Grandsons queen size dinosaur quilt onto the pool noodles, the quilt top and the backing are directional so I had to make sure that before I started basting it that I had the backing matching the direction of the quilt top, lucky that I thought to check on that before hand as I was about to baste the backing upside-down 🤪, and got myself quite confused for a moment, then re-rolled the backing, finally got it right. Now to set up for quilting it. My first sewing experience was when I was seven years old and I wanted to make a dress for my doll, I hounded my poor mum for some material, which she didn’t have as she did not sew, she got so tired of me carrying on she pulled out her Wedding dress which her mother had made and gave me that, which I gleefully began to cut a piece out of, I’m so ashamed that I did that, and my punishment…. I don’t have mums wedding dress that my grandmother made.😔.

[@TheSewingChannel]

*_I also get confused when basting a quilt with pool noodles LOL 😂so you're not alone . Don't worry too much about the dress of your mums.....although I can totally relate...years ago when I was in 6th grade my mom made me a dress that I adored at the time and wore with pride....I kept it for a long time but then one day I was "weeding out" some old stuff.......and I gave it to the goodwill.....needless to say...I totally regret doing that...and wish that I hadn't done that....😟At least we can have the memories of the items....💛_*

[@karonwostenholme6533]

❤ learnt something new, love watching your videos x

[@thnkonthis]

Yes. Where is part 3? I’d love to see how you put it all together. I’ve made quilts and they’ve been ok but with this brilliant ideathey may be able to satisfy my own hard bar that I set myself. Thanks heaps.

[@TheSewingChannel]

Here ya go kzbin.info/www/bejne/bpe7momEpdWHf7M

[@carlathelibra4228]

This is brilliant!!

[@peggyferrell1526]

What an awesome tip. I'm way too old for those floor basting sessions. I love this.

[@TheSewingChannel]

I’m so happy it was helpful ✅🤓 basting on the floor is horrible!

[@jmfranklin]

Love your idea about connecting the pool noodles! I understand about getting down on the floor, I still have to do that, occasionally. Will definitely do this next time!!! One of my biggest problems about getting down on the floor, is trying to get back up!!! LOL! I also love the idea of using sheets for the backing!!!

[@TheSewingChannel]

Getting back up is issue for me too lol 😂

[@bettytullis461]

Excellent tutorial for easily putting the quilt sandwich together and not having to get down on the floor! Can't wait to try it out! Ty!

[@TheSewingChannel]

It is much easier for sure. ✅

[@mygeorge1951]

I love all of your video tutorials. Gracias!!!

[@TheSewingChannel]

You are so welcome!

[@Amritadivya54]

So helpful! Thank you so much!!

[@sarahestes400]

This is a good idea! But I bought an area rug the size of most of my quilts, then I lay it, top side down onto my queen size bed and just pin baste away. You can just maneuver the rug round if needed. No sweat! I've done several large size quilts this way.

[@nikkianderson975]

I watched a ton of videos about longarm quilting and was in awe about how easy they made basting look - I HATE moving my dining table and spending hours on the hard tile on all fours. I knew there HAD to be a better way - I kept asking my husband about pvc? Something…? Then I found this video! Genius! This is exactly what I had (muddy) in my mind, and now the large quilt I’ve been dreading to baste will be SO much easier. Thank you!!! My back, knees and wrists thank you!!

[@TheSewingChannel]

*_I totally understand what you mean about being on the floor for hours trying to get it right!!! I'm so glad you found the video helpful💛_*

[@vickieallsopp137]

I love watching smart creative people !!🥰💯

[@TheSewingChannel]

You are so kind to say that. I actually remember this method from a KZbin video probably 10 years ago✅

[@vickieallsopp137]

@@TheSewingChannel your so welcome, Its a pleasure to and great these ideas get passed along! Thanks again!

[@sharonquaife1174]

Yes please... full tutorial on using pool noodles! 😁

[@TheSewingChannel]

Check my channel. I have done the video already✅

[@sharonquaife1174]

@@TheSewingChannel thank you... I will find it!

[@conniehusband1365]

What an awesome idea! Thankyou!

[@rosalyntoop665]

Great video. Thank you for presenting. I connect my pool noodles using small lengths (about 10-12 inches) of white plastic irrigation pipe. The pipe is easily inserted or removed when adjusting the overall length of each noodle string. No weakening of noodle end.

[@velmamendoza1120]

Wow what what a great way to of putting your quilt together.

[@motherof131]

So awesome. Thank you for sharing.😀😀😀

[@carolynsuetoo]

OMG! I love your pool noodle ideas. I still have a granddaughter’s quilt that I need to finish. Your pool noodle quilt rolling idea is going to be a great MONSTROUS help!

[@cindifairchild1846]

I’ve watched more than a few videos on this method and yours is the best! Very comprehensive and easy to follow.

[@TheSewingChannel]

Thank you for the kind feedback 💛✅

[@christinasullivan9304]

Oh my god. I’ve seen tutorials on this before. But they never showed it as in depth as this. Amazing. I just did two quilts and was ready to cry at the last one.

[@TheSewingChannel]

I know all to well about crying while trying to baste my quilts!!!👍✅ I’m so glad you found the video helpful✅💛

[@Snowdrifft]

So much easier than what I have been doing! All the binding clips gone I am going to look for pool noodles! Thank you!

[@sheilacripps9340]

@snowdrift Me too! In fact, I have been putting off finishing quilts as I get so frustrated trying to keep wrinkles out. Then, on lifting off the table or floor only to find that the backing puckered up as I was pinning! We buy pool noodles every year for the pool, this year extras for me!

[@pattyknox6328]

That is so awesome that is a nice idea thanks for sharing