I do not sew on the machine any more than I have to and most of the time that is to sew the binding on. Once in a blue moon I will sew some big pieces like for backing on the sewing machine. That little frame you saw is what I use. It is so easy and fun and cheap! Any one can do it. My quilt stitches are not always the same size and sometimes they turn and it is okay. I don't make big quilts much any more but I have and it can be a bit cumbersome but once you get out of the center it is better. I can sit in my easy chair and watch tv and relax and sew. It is fun!