How to Table Baste Your Quilt Sandwich

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[@faithfifield7278]

This has saved me, with a recent knee replacement surgery getting on the floor was not an option. I inherited a kwik klip in my mom's quilting stuff after she passed and had no idea what it was for, I had never seen her use it. It makes pinning so much easier. As a life time sewer, a new quilter learning all kinds of wonderful new things. Thank you

[@snapluka326]

I love this!! Totally doable- can’t believe this isn’t something I’ve never seen before. Thanks for sharing!

[@nightingailinflorida5458]

Wow! Thank you for this video! I do the "quilt as you go method" so my top and batting will already be quilted together. Adding the backing on the kitchen table will be super easy. No more floor!

[@francesmcmichael5480]

This is life changing. I have been pin basting on the floor for 35+ years. Now I’m in my 60s and it is harder and harder. Using your method, I just pin basted two lap quilts in less than an hour. Thank you!!!

[@PinCutSew]

Yay, way to go 😁

[@cgoodson2010]

Painter's tape! You're brilliant!

[@sharonburns2699]

I’m so glad I saw this video. I’m ready to make a quilt sandwich, and I have always started with the backing. This looks so much more efficient. 😊

[@rebeccamulkern1051]

Me too, for some reason I always start with the backing but I’m going to try it this way next time,but with my beloved basting spray.

[@shelly5505]

I am going to sandwich a quilt tomorrow and also always start with the backing. Definitely will be using this method!

[@leslee_fw]

Finally someone’s brain that is busy and wonky like mine, absolutely love it❤

[@craftdipper]

Your technique seems great, Nikki! Thanks for showing us this.

[@naomic9070]

This looks so much easier than trying to do 3 layers at once. I’m excited to try this. Thanks so much! I also received my wonky house book!😊

[@conniekline9881]

Your wonky house quilt is so delightful! I love all the different elements you put into it, and I’m looking forward to the book and playlist. Great job Nikki!

[@joycebeck2518]

Thank you! For this very informative video. I was one who didn't know that you don't start with all 3 layers at once. No, not everyone knows that! Your method seems so sensible. And starting basting at one end and working toward the other is also a new, better idea than I had done previously. Many thanks!

[@colleenlazar4330]

This is a great method - thank you! Never thought to use painters tape to create tight backing. Love your channel!

[@wayfarinstranger2444]

Thank you so much, on behalf of all of us dining room table quilters!❤❤❤❤❤❤😊😊😊

[@crickettstone7051]

I recently purchased a 6' white plastic table like church's use. I butted it up to my 5' sewing table. Another small life changer. Love love love the Wonky houses!!!! I am having a very large time making some! Have a great day 🌞

[@loribarton7480]

That quilt is adorable!!

[@nitescudelia8777]

Thank you ,thank you, a thousand times thank you. I made my first large quilt and really had this struggle about how to make the sandwich without damaging my back 😂. Excellent idea! You gave me courage ! Best wishes from Bucharest ❤

[@user-sz9rl2zy8i]

Loved the house quilt so I ordered the book. Can't wait.Thanks

[@daleodberg6714]

Good idea to first put batting on the table. 🌺

[@Dranma51]

Love this! Can’t wait to see your quilting. I’m considering the Baptist Fan for a quilt I’m making for my daughter but I’m thinking of using the big stitch method!

[@cathywestholt5324]

That is genius! I have basted on my table, but just by laying each layer on top of each other and hoping for the best. This helps keep everything even!

[@AmyLouiseDens]

This video is right on time for me. I appreciate this method and I will be using it this week. Thank you!

[@dianegoodwin9784]

Thankyou once again,when I baste my quilts again I'll definitely try your technique ❤ love your quilts. Oh hi from Australia so glad I saw this tutorial absolutely Fabulous ❤❤

[@debbiedrake7515]

Brilliant way to pin a quilt! ❤ Thank you for the video. You are adorable 🥰

[@leticiafaxas6069]

Thank you for the demonstration. Most people don’t show you how to do this.

[@jeanninecook6661]

It's fun to watch others quilt. Thank you. (Personally I would do only half at a time and join it later.)

[@hellensredo]

Thank you 😊 The best tutorial on sanwiching ever. Works perfect with spray basting as well 🤩🤩🤩

[@leannskotniski7903]

I love your wonky house quilt as well. It is so adorable! Thank you for the table pinning tutorial. It was very informative and helpful.

[@sandrapolizzi629]

Thank you…I’m elderly with health issues and I think I can do this sandwiching now with less trouble…I’ve a lot of tops waiting in the wings…I’m with you on doing the backs…not a favorite thing to do…🥴 Thank you again!

[@AprilAiteen]

I LOVE that quilt! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@PinCutSew]

Thank you! 😁

[@guesswhonancy9028]

That is so cute neighbor quilt

[@nancyfoote5637]

I'm very excited to try this. I made my youngest daughter and her husband a king + quilt and there's no way I can get all of it under the machine and paying to have it quilted is not in the budget. I've had the top finished for a few weeks and I found extra wide cotton do I don't have to seam the back. I hate the pinning, I feel like I never get it right, but we just inherited a table that's 8 or 10' long so I think this will work. I was thinking of tying it, but not sure I will like it. It's a kind if pinwheel so lots if seams to follow. You really make this easy to understand. You don't get super sidetracked or go so fast I can't follow. Thank you so so much!

[@auntdello5286]

I did this, after seeing your video. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

[@janeb9699]

Dang it!!! Where was this video yesterday around noontime? 😂😂😂 At least it was a small lap quilt and not a queen size…and that quick clip is so cool! Thanks for all the tips and inspiration Nikki! Can’t wait to see the hand quilting tutorial 😊❤

[@emilou9654]

Good job Nikki 💫 really looking forward to your hand stitched technique 💕

[@elsieelm2763]

Thank you for doung this video. I have one sitting on my shelf right now that needs done. I thought I needed a huge table to spread it all out but no! Yee haw! 😊

[@dianehuntley2493]

Love the wonky quilt! Hand quilting is very personal😊

[@pamlacey136]

Great video and I am looking forward to seeing the hand quilting video! Thanks so much for sharing your time and talents.

[@rosemarycampbell4964]

Thank You! I always started with the backing. Never again, your way is much better than mine. I will be sending thanks to you every time I make a quilt sandwich. Also, will try the bamboo backing.

[@tammy1190]

Oooh my goodness , just laid out a quilt with thia method for first time , soooo much easier...thank you. PS on the carpet....I had Pepto bismol pink carpet in sewing room for 5 years soooo thankful to finally have nice wood flooring . I understand the list...lol

[@tammy1190]

Oh how I wish I could share a picture, today I'm doing another quilt the same way putting the front and the batting together rolling it up. ❤️ I put my back out on my rectangle drop leaf table and I have big office clips that clip all the way around to hold it ... This would not work for a large quilt but for the baby quilt I'm doing it's perfect. Thanks again Nicki for All great sewing/ quilting tips!

[@KatiDebelic]

Thank you so much for the tutorial! I have a quilt that needs basted and I am planing to try your technique. I bought the smallest quilting pins there is on earth, so yesterday I bought some mediums. I will hand quilt using big stitch, 12 wt thread. happy quilting!

[@candacekerr4139]

I stopped using pins because it was so frustrating to turn the quilt over and see all the folds and puckers, and the take the pins out and start over. So then I used basting spray. Still have folds but not as bad. I like the way you do this❗️😊😊

[@jeanninecook6661]

P.S. Try using spring load scissors because they're so much easier on your hands.

[@dianeperry2729]

The journey of the Improv House Quilt has been so much fun.. thanks for sharing. FYI.. I have green carpet in my loft.. and it is on my list too 😅

[@PinCutSew]

Haha! Solidarity 🍻

[@jenniferrinehart9850]

I was able to find the Kwik Klip on Amazon!

[@pamstrong8709]

Love this method...as one with arthritic knees, making use of the floor out of the question! I make small charity quilts..(lap size, etc.) and have been using a similar method on my cutting table. I glue-baste the top and batting, then attach (quilt) them on my machine, using a curvy decorative stitch that gives the appearance of free-motion quilting ...the backing then gets attached, flipped right side out envelope style, and the edges get a double row of topstitching to simulate a binding. I have been using this method ever since I saw Jenny Doan of Missouri Star make a tote bag that way in a video tutorial. Not sure if larger quilts would be as easy though. 🤷🏼‍♀️ Great tutorial Nikki. Thanks so much. 👍🏻

[@ds5436]

I think I will try your method because I hate mopping. I also think I will use the kitchen table to change my duvet cover in the future because it's a much easier height to work from than my bed. I actually use the roll-up technique to do the duvet, it just never occurred to me to try it in the dining room.

[@jillcaldwell817]

Amazon sells the Kwik Klip. Pretty cool.

[@wandaadams1772]

Thanks for sharing this. I have not seen basting done on a table other than with pool noodles. That didn’t work out well for me.

[@missyhorvath235]

ha ha don’t assume we know anything! This was perfect, not buying a long arm anytime soon, love this!

[@bbymks5]

I don't have the floor or table space (we don't have a dining table) so I asked the library one day if I could borrow their large meeting room with several tables to make my quilt sandwich and the answer was YES. Just had to go online and book the room. I was able to six tables together (three across and two deep). I used pool noodles to roll each layer on. Spray basted and pin basted. Went home and quilted. Some quilt shops will let you use their space. A hotel may allow you to book a meeting room. Michael's may let you borrow their space. Just more suggestions for those that are in very small space like me.

[@PinCutSew]

Such a great, resourceful idea 🙌🏻

[@bbymks5]

@PinCutSew I was beyond thankful when they said yes! I'll definitely bring in donuts or bagel for them when I need to make my next sandwich. Just hope the ideas help others...

[@jow-ml5wr]

❤❤ Thank you for all your help & videos

[@pamelasherman1314]

You are right! This is totally different than I have seen before. Good job 🤗

[@lm53ful]

Mom here 😊. Got some tips to do things a bit differently so thanks-never have done the backing and batting that way in first step. But HAVE been using a table after doing first one on floor 30 years ago; yikes. However, I always cover my table top with cutting mats of some kind. ;-)

[@cynthiajones1461]

Ladies at my church use the tables in the fellowship room. They push 4 of them together and it works great.

[@marlenehinton5749]

Darn, so rude. I think this is one of the best quilts I’ve seen. Such fun! Really. I think I have one of these in my future, once I rebuild my scrap stash. Thank you so much for sharing your process! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@marytaylor7694]

Thank you, Nikki. I've been dreading completing a quilt I made a while ago. I've known about a pool noodle method, but I like your way much better. You're always so encouraging. I've made a couple of your projects, and now I feel confident I can do the table method of making a quilt sandwich. ❤

[@cathywestholt5324]

I physical can't get on the floor. If I fall and wind up on the floor, EMS has to get me up. My legs just don't cooperate on their own. Tables are a blessing!

[@amyohl5037]

Thank you good instruction. I use a paint can opener to save fingers when pinning the top.

[@caroltambourine405]

Brilliant, thank you. So much easier for me than my usual method. Looking forward to your hand quilting video.

[@LisaEcherd]

LIke the technique. Good videography.

[@Essenceofme]

I don't have the quick pin, but I use a crochet hook. This is my favorite method. I use a folding table.

[@PinCutSew]

A crochet hook, brilliant!

[@SouthernGIGI]

I thank you so much! I have hip issues and cannot get on the floor anymore. This will save my life...lol ❤

[@tinatippin5705]

Very helpful. Streamlined from what I have been doing. Thank you! I am looking forward to the hand stitching. The Babtist Fan interests me the most. I have a top made that Is special to my heart and I just haven't been able to put machine quilting to it. Thanks again.

[@Auntie7024]

Great tutorial. The quilt is going to be great.

[@lwest5686]

Couldnt be more perfect timing! First quilt ready to sandwich and I wasn't sure how to do it. I can see i will need more pins lol.

[@mrschromebumpers6202]

I put a vinyl tablecloth down before quilt basting to protect my tabletop. Works great.

[@msdixie1]

Instead of the masking tape, I found some big plastic clamps (cheap) at Harbor Freight & they clamp the table edge nicely.

[@SC-hj3hr]

When you get older, it is literally " a pain" to sandwich on the floor. My knees snd back won't allow it. i have 2 folding tables that i put together for my basting/sandwich process. VERY good investment IMO. TFS

[@krisvanallen]

Two folding plastic 6’ tables butted together. Ya even get a center at the division of the tables and the folding point.

[@junehanson7865]

Thanks for sharing us 😊

[@weaver7249]

This is so exciting - I'm going to learn how to hand quilt. Thank you!

[@patsybemish8628]

I was one of the ones who bought your pattern!! I love it and want to start making it soon!

[@PinCutSew]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@cathyriles3063]

Awesome video! Thank you for sharing…..can’t wait to see the quilting process! I received the book in the mail and ready to start my houses!

[@jenb9274]

Thanks for the tutorial!

[@user-vc6gi4kp8b]

Your quilt is beautiful and fun. Just purchased your book and can't wait to get started. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@zormier2002]

I love that quilt as well!

[@dorothytackett9943]

Wonderful. I did my quilt on the floor. Yes ,this is so much easier.

[@user-wu4qq2ci1l]

Luv your wonky house quilt. ❤️

[@brookemcgillivray180]

Thank you so much for a great tutorial! I do have several quilt tops to quilt, but laying them out to do it is holding me back. I love your method!

[@juliegoodfriend]

Love, love, love your videos. I have rheumatoid arthritis and struggle with the whole get down on the floor thing so I also baste on my table. I have though seen videos of basting on a wall. It allows gravity to help with lumps and bumps and looked like a really great way to baste. I may try this way soon.

[@cynthiadana2424]

Just love love your quilt ! I’m going to make some wonky houses, you are such an inspiration!

[@carolinesmercantile4290]

You made that look so easy! Thanks! Now, to find that tool, or something that will work like it!

[@brendaszakonyi9472]

I spread my quilts out on the table to baste, but I purchased large clamps from hardware section and clamp the quilt to the edge of the table top. It helps to be able to keep everything smooth and hold in place

[@PinCutSew]

Great tip!

[@krisvanallen]

Oh, and the night before I table baste, I unfold the batting onto the table and mist the whole thing with water. Smooth it like that, damp, and by morning the folds are gone.

[@maudegone1]

Yep also hated basting on the floor, also had to mop hoover and move furniture. And my body would hurt for days after. I discovered the pool noodle method and now takes 20 mins and done! No longer dread basting, tho I still procrastinate 😂😂

[@nancymcnamara2025]

Great video! We do what we have to do....I have actually used my ironing board for up to 60"x60" quilt...I have a piece of counter top that I put on top when doing this.❤

[@jilllombardo2931]

Your family thinking quilting pins are regular safety pins……how about your husband finding one and thinking it was “bent” and therefore threw it away. Thankfully he only found one!! 😂 I just made my first quilt sandwich using the table method. 🤯. Where have you been the last 10 years?!?! This was so much easier and I think faster too. (Or maybe I think it was faster because my back isn’t killing me now??) thanks!!!

[@PinCutSew]

Yeah, I’m also mad I didn’t know about it sooner 😂

[@deloresrast8543]

I use my king size bed to sandwich quilts on

[@missyb.623]

I got your improv digital version ❤

[@dianehuntley2493]

I have pads I put on my table to protect it.😊

[@UsernameUnkwn21]

TONY Orchard Quilts Channel has a great tutorial for a diy Baptist fan template

[@amc5936]

thanks i am floor quilter. i just wash when i am done. but i dont wear shoes inside and sweep, quilt, wash

[@tanyaten7705]

Thank you for sharing. I wanted to use the table, but my table is also oval and then I was scared to scratch it. I will try the table method next time.

[@Livelong66]

Just watching makes me go eeek. I did this and scratched up my dining table horribly. Maybe I’ll lay my cutting mat on the table first next time because it’s so much ch nicer than crawling on the floor.

[@mrschromebumpers6202]

I put a vinyl tablecloth on my dining room table before pin basting on it. It protects it so well.

[@zormier2002]

Thank goodness because I can’t get on the floor

[@charlenehuffman2612]

I love this also !! I started a lap quilt 7 years ago and just stopped quilting for a while, now I am finishing it but I changed it to be twin bed size and I've never made a hug quilt before. I am where its ready to pin and this video is perfect , perfect timing. I cant thank you enough. I'm 70 and didnt want to crawl on the floor, lol. Thank you for sharing this and for you and Lilah making me laugh :)

[@krisvanallen]

I can’t use anything but bamboo batting after I tried it once!

[@tammy1190]

Can you please link pins thst you recommended? Mine are old a d dull they leave holes. I see there are many choices now with curves etc. Do yiu need certain pins to use the quick clip ? Thanks Ps cant wait to see thiis awesome quilt finished.

[@michellejaggard9657]

I haven't tried it yet myself , but plan to, use a pool noodle to roll the quilt on. What do you think?

[@PinCutSew]

I haven’t tried it, you’ll have to come back and tell me how it goes!

[@RaeAnnePond]

Awesome video! Thank you so much for sharing this because I can't get on my knees either. I don't have a giant table, so I was thinking about quilting each square and attaching them as I go. Any thoughts on this?

[@PinCutSew]

Yes, there are videos on this! Look up the quilt as you go method.

[@RaeAnnePond]

@@PinCutSew thank you!!