Ive never used a frame to tie and neither has a friend and she ties all her quilts! I just pin it real well so i dont have to worry , just like you ddo for all quilts. I use embroidery thread, friend uses yarn. I JUST USE THESURGEONS KNOT SO IT WONT COME UNDONE. WRAP AROUND TWICE BEFOBEFORE YOU KNOT IT THRU. oops. sorry bout caps. not yelling.