Gluing the Top (best method?)

[Craig Regan]

Is there a relaxed and sane method for gluing tops on to basses? My past experiences have been a hectic race between gathering clamps and glue set up. I am thinking of gluing it in sections or possibly trying the hot knives with pre glued top and ribs (violin method). Is there an order to follow? (blocks - c-bouts - upperbouts - lower bouts). Another concern is cleanliness since it will be impossible to clean up the glue dribbles on the inside.

Its a simple operation, but it can easily get messy. Any thoughts would be appreciated.