Amazon calls this a Quilt Basting Gun. I was looking for some Quilt Basting Spray and I noticed this and I have to admit, I'm intrigued. I kinda want this. Here's what Amazon says about this:
"JUNE TAILOR-For quilting crafting and labeling. The Ultra-fine needle leaves a minimal size hole in your fabric. The needle mechanism contains a blade that cuts the fasteners from the strip. Each needle replacement provides a new sharp blade. Smaller and lightweight for comfortable use. Includes a reusable storage case 500 fasteners an a 2 year warranty."
So, has anyone used this or seen this? I need to know, because I sure want it. My biggest problem in quilting is basting or pinning. Especially the bigger the quilt. I'm so scared to do big quilts. I know the back will wrinkled or something. Let me know what you all think.
I saw on a blog where someone used it but the life of me I can't remember which one....If I remember, I'll let you know!
ReplyDeleteYep. I've used it, and have one around here somewhere. It's been around for a while. I remember liking it. Basically, it is a version of one of those guns that stores use to hang tags on clothing...those little plastic things with the "T" at one end. This version using very short little "T"s about 1/4 inch long. You load the gun, poke the needle through...shoot...and pull back. It leaves the little plastic "thingee" in the quilt. So, it's like pinning...without the pins. It makes a hole, but no bigger than a straight pin. If you are prone to leave quilts basted for a long time...you might not want to use it on fabrics that show a hole...like silks. And, of course...you clip the little "thingees" out as you quilt the sandwich together.
ReplyDeleteI have used to have one. Since I moved I don't know where it is. They are really neat. You will like, it makes it super easy to work around.
ReplyDeleteI have not used one, but I have seen it demonstrated. You might check with Kelly at I Have A Notion. She tests everything before she sells it. You might even get a better price if you decide to purchase one.
ReplyDeleteI have one and have used it in the past. I was not thrilled with it. It works exactly like Shawkl described but I found it didn't hold everything snug enough for me. I use a fairly thin batting so that may have been the problem. It will be interesting to see what experiences others have had.
ReplyDeleteHave never heard of it....and sometimes my back does wrinkle...so frustrating, that is where all the picking come in to play.....but you will do good...just do it....do tha big quilt...you will love it. Just make sure your pins are about 6 inches apart. I was pinning real good at first and haven't been lately and I think that is why I am having such trouble with the bunching in the back...and usually you can feel it bunch...and so if you catch it before you totally do one side....you are better off for it...and yes...I know....you didn't ask for all of this information...sorry.....been feeling ill lately and just now found my sewing voice.
ReplyDeleteYes my Mom has one. She said you still have to be careful not to sew thru the plastic thingys. Than she had a hard time finding them all to get them out!
ReplyDeleteI think it would be a lot of trouble to clip those plastic bits out after quilting. (or as you quilt)
ReplyDeleteI saw a video on Sharon Schamber's (spelling?) site that shows a neat hand basting technique. If I can find it again I will send you a link.
http://www.sharonschambernetwork.com/free_area/videos/pinless_bast/index.html
ReplyDeleteBasting link as promised
Am going to look at the link Gene sent when I get home later. I've seen these...they've been around awhile, so it makes me wonder why we've not heard more about them if they are really that good.
ReplyDeleteI have one and have used it, but I find that the little plastic thingies are a pain to cut off and I found that they seemed to make a small hole (sometimes breaking a thread) in the fabrics which I felt would weaken the fabric over time. I would not waste my money on it.
ReplyDeleteI've got one too somewhere in my stash. Since I don't machine quilt my own, I only used it when I am hand quilting which isn't alot these days. Works good on larger quilts. It's like a swift-tack gun. I liked it ok. Jenn
ReplyDeleteI have one, but hardly ever use it. It is hard work essembling the quilt, batting and backing on a frame,which I find necessary if I wont to use this little gadget. Ever so often you miss a "shot", and when the plastic tag disappear into the quilt, you can never get it out again, but trust me, you can feel it! The tags often get tangled into thread, and it is real easy to snip a bit of the thread/fabric when removing the tag.
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