Originally Posted by chance
That's one reason I hand quilt. I roll the quilt up on two 8' long poles that I encased with batting and muslin. Set it on a table and have it extend out to a rail chair and I'm on my way. Works better than a quilting frame as far as I'm concerned. Just roll it up when you're done for the day if you need the space.
PLUS - I just love, love, love the way hand-quilting looks!
Wow, you made up your own frame. It sounds really good. I like to haul mine around and sit on my couch so, it would be rougher for me to get one done. But It sounds like a really good idea. We are hard core hand quilters. I also love hand quilting and how it looks. No machine can match that as far as I am concerned. They are good in their own way, but as far as heirlooms go, how can you beat handwork? :)