I prefer to quilt out of the hoop. I have quilted in the hoop but it was just to akward. I don't pin or thread baste anymore. I spray baste!!! I love it. I use June Tailors spray baste and it holds amazing well without shifting. I haven't tried it on a huge quilt yet, only up to about a twin. Next big quilt I do myself is getting it though
Good luck, best thing you can do is find what works best for you because everyone has a different preference.
Happy Quilting,
Mal