How to Make Homemade Spray Baste

Store bought baste is expensive and toxic-- join me to learn how to make this safe, affordable alternative at home!
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[@eavesdroppin1]

I used this recipe for a spray baste on squares for a quilt as you go (fabric-batting-flannel). I used plastic over my counters, and will try towels next time. I decided after all squares were dry that I didn't like the quilt pattern and since I used very special fabric, I needed to save it. I sprayed all of the tops with water, let it soak in and was able to remove them from the batting. I dried out the batting and flannel backing pieces for use later. It's still a work in process, though I loved the spray. Like you, I've never used store-bought because of the toxic fumes and the cost.

[@theartsypixie2771]

I have made your recipe sooooo many times. It's saved me tons of money. Plus the drying time gives me a break from becoming too hyperfocused on my project and neglecting the dishes or laundry😂. I make qayg rag quilts soo my drying rack is the perfect place to lay my blocks or straps while the dry soo my cat master doesn't get onto them.

[@kristalewis8599]

I just found this video and made my 1st batch of homemade spray baste. Can't wait to try it out

[@patstrawhouse4005]

Watching from Muskoka ON(3 hrs north of Toronto). I’m ready to practise machine quilting for for my first-ever machine quilted quilt! I found your old post when searching UA-cam re spray basting. I custom imported your recipe into a recipe app, so I always have it avail. I’m also going to print your new PDF and post it on the inside of one of my kitchen doors. I’m choosing the vodka option-I’m going to use vanilla vodka. Yum! I think it should smell amazing! Thanks for the positive newsletters. I love your energy.💙

[@momkr1]

Pat Strawhouse Most flavored vodkas have added sugar that may alter the formula.

[@patstrawhouse4005]

Karen Rossi Thanks for the tip-I hadn’t even thought of that. Would not want to add sugar! Checked Smirnoff Vanilla Vodka has no sugar. Whew! Dodged a bullet on that one! 💙

[@LVXMagick]

Your energy is beautiful sister! Great information and well presented. Very helpful. Thanks!!!

[@cviens1]

Thank you SO much!!! I have been following you for the last few years and you are amazing!! Thanks for the spray baste!

[@susanottwell746]

I can see why ironing to dry it would be a problem, but what about using a hair dryer?

[@jennifermolnar8666]

Just made a batch, but can't get it to come out in a fine spray - only a stream :-( Should I add a bit more water? Use a specific type of bottle? I really want this to work so any suggestions would be helpful :-)

[@madhatter4743]

I love your energy and can’t wait to try this thank you.

[@dianesaggerson2454]

Get on with it girl...

[@dawnkelly7751]

I love this method. I have faux wood floors that were easy to mop up after the quilt was removed. Our garage floor was just epoxied and now I am going to try basting my next big quilt out there. No rug to help with friction. Any suggestions?

[@Caatekip]

Thank you for sharing this tutorial. I'll try it out!

[@beverlyadams1940]

Will this keep all layers together for hand quilting?

[@KRLCstudio]

Just watched your video. Wouldn't it be useless to add any scent to your spray since you wash it out anyway? Also, this recipe is for starch as well, so I guess it's for both. Thanks for the video.

[@ursularichards8554]

Is this spray strong enough to use for machine embroidery use?

[@sandraengstrand2784]

Sew wonderful, thanks for sharing!! 🧵❤️

[@Getoutandquilt]

Can I make this too thick? I think my “heaping tablespoons” were on the heavy side. Seriously...like wall paper paste...

[@suellapaxton9357]

Yes 👍 Sounds good

[@charsie3098]

What happens to your sewing needles. Does the basting material gunk up the needles? Thanks

[@terridean4784]

Not at all. The layers are stuck together without any gumminess.

[@charsie3098]

@@terridean4784 thanks for answering, I am going to try it my next quilt...a zig zag

[@KRLCstudio]

That's why you are to wait until it completely dries so your needle doesn't gum up.

[@JenniferJonesQuilterdressmaker]

Hi HollyAnne from the UK

[@kaydeholton9136]

From central Missouri!!!!

[@mrsseasea]

I do not like the way it flatten out’s the batting. but the glue it self works great!

[@StringandStory]

The batting should fluff right back up when washed :-)

[@mzaree3821]

I'm worried the flour will eventually cake up and come through the fabric

[@burtonkent4549]

You're supposed to wash it out.

[@terribishop5313]

"It's flour and vodka" 😂😂😂

[@theresachambliss4361]

Theresa Chambliss

[@carolynmeehan711]

Alcohol is very toxic too.