Like Penski, I too quilt and bring the project toward myself. This way you can see where you need to go and the bundle will be on your lap.
One other important thing. You MUST wear your gloves - the kind with the "nubbies" on the palm side. They will help you grip and control the layers. Fons and Porter offer these and you can find them at JoAnn's. Or you could use garden gloves with knit backs so they fit tightly on the fingers.
Keep practicing. Suzanne