I am thinking this is the place to ask for input, I have already learned a lot from the above comments. I am getting ready to hand quilt a crib size quilt. What do you recommend for marking the fabric (a huge fear of mine is that it won't come out) and how best to hand quilt it. I have a large hoop with a leg that free stands, and it will tilt, should I start with that or a smaller hand/lap one?