Most likely, your machine will not like to quilt in one direction. For mine that is straight back. In that case, just align the quilt so you don't end up quilting in that direction.
Re. Quilting Gloves: I actually use cheap garden gloves I got from Costco in a multi-pack. First I air them out to get the rubber chemical smell out. Then I cut the thumb and forefinger out of the gloves (both sides). That leaves plenty of grip for the palm and remaining fingers AND it gives me the freedom to thread needles, or pick up thread without having to take the gloves off every time. Saw that on a Craftsy class by Christina Cameli. (she does this with the grabaroo gloves).