Basting Gun

[dsf618]

Has anyone ever used the June Taylor's basting gun? Does it work well? Is it easier than pinning?

Deb

[Tiggersmom]

Deb. go into the search a type basting gun. A while back there was a lot of posts on that subject. . . . some complained it didn't hold the quilt sandwich tight enough and others loved it.

[ipquilter]

I haven't used one to baste a quilt yet, but I used it instead of pins to keep block pieces organized. Very handy.
Sherry

[QIAD-Linda]

I'm not sure of the brand but I did try the basting gun. The little plastic things (don't know what they are called) jammed every other time. I was so frustrated with it I tossed it.

[zfatcat]

I just used the spray basting for the wall hanging I did. It was really great. I'm going to use it on a larger quilt next to see how it does. It held the fabric in place really well. I've never tried the basting gun though.

[HomespunMary]

I've never tried the basting gun. Ever since I tried the 505 basting spray, I lost all interest in trying out other basting methods.. Now, its just basting spray for me!

[kadie]

So do you threaten the quilt that you'll shoot it if it doesn't stay together or what? What is it and how does it work? Please excuse my ignorance once more!!

[ipquilter]

The basting gun inserts little plastic tack thingies like the kind that hold price tags on clothes, but shorter, to hold the layers together.
I just re-read that sentence. It may not clarify anything! Here's a web page with a picture.

http://www.quiltersreview.com/article.a ... 0129_a.asp

Maybe that'll help.
Sherry

[kadie]

Thanks Sherry
I'm getting the idea now, but it sure sounded odd. LOL !!

[QIAD-Linda]

Does the Basting Spray hold the quilt sandwich together so you don't have to pin? If so, I am going to buy that! What a time saver!