I hand quilt all the time in a 14' hoop. I have made about 8 queen size quilts, 1 king size quilt, and about 20 lap size quilts. I pin and baste well. I remove the pins and basting as I go along. When I move the hoop, I try to place the next area flat on my table and I gently slide the bottom of the hoop in place and gently place the top of the hoop in place. I don't know if any of this makes and difference, but this is what I do. I can't sit at a quilting frame, it hurts my back. I also, mound the quilt on my lap so the frame is supported and I don't have to completely hold it. I love quilting and watching TV. Hope this helps.