I do a lot of hand quilting but I wouldn't want to hand quilt a queen size mariners compass. There are too many seams in that to hand quilt thru. Besides it would take forever, don't know about you but I don't have endless hours to spend on hand quilting every day. I would like to be able to enjoy my quilt while I'm still able. Just think, the money you save in chiropractic bills can be used to pay the LAQ.