I just seen this question started in 2010 but thought I would respond.. My grandmothers use to use this method of quilting.. houses were small we as children we would play under these quilts growing up. she would pull the quilt up in the air and tie it down so it wont come down.. and we are dinner under the quilt.. and when everyone went to bed.. my mom and grandmother would hoist the quilt down and finish it... I still use this method of quilting today.. although I have mine on chairs now.. I have vaulted ceilings and don't need to hoist it up. . ty for sharing.