Originally Posted by bdsmith
I always use a hoop but remember when using a hoop don't get the fabric tight- you need it loose to do the rocking stitch- I think lots of people think it should be tight like in cross point or other types of hand work- lossen up the fabric
I agree. I've loosened up my quilts in my hoops and have gotten better stitches since. I baste on extensions to the edges of the quilt so I can keep all of the quilt in the hoop and keep it consistent. I just use pieces from an old sheet to use as extension pieces.