I do only hand quilting and hand- sewing beautiful baby things. I have a lap pvc pipe square hoop and I usually like it but sometimes I take it off and quilt without it. You don't want your fabric to be stretched too tightly like they have already said. It isn't hard. Just take your time if you want to try it. I love it because it doesn't go any faster than I want it to go. Kind of like skating. I don't skate because I don't like anything that goes faster then my feet.LOL If you don't want to do it, send it out to someone to either finish or to your LAQ. We are here if you need us.