many people simply use a large embroidery/quilting hoop. the square/rectangular tube ones are quite popular & available at walmart, joannes, hobby lobby ect. you do not need a large frame to hand quilt. baste well, either with needle & thread, with pins or with spray basting *maybe still pinning around the edges* ...personally i still thread baste- it works best for me- then i use a 14" tube hoop- it's holds very well, gives me plenty of space to work in, is easy to move to new areas, does not leave creases (like some wooden embroidery hoops can) is lightweight and you can turn your area any which way as you go along.