Originally Posted by Prism99
I avoid the whole hoop-holding question by using a lap hoop. Here is a picture of the one I love:
http://www.keepsakequilting.com/prod...APTOP-HOOP.htm
It sits in my lap so both hands are free for the rocking motion.
Are you hooping your quilt loosely? I was told to have about a fist-width of "give" in the hoop. Beginning quilters often think the quilt is supposed to be drum-tight.
I would love to have one of these. I quilt without a hoop and, yes, it hurts my hand too but right now I cannot get the hang of doing it any other way. I purchased a standing hoop at the Goodwill last weekend (for $5) and am going to try it on my next quilt. Keep trying different things, don't give up!!!