[QUOTE=Jane Quilter;8041323]Don't try to collect all fabric in your left hand, instead put your left middle finger behind the stitch, and collect just one fold of quilt fabric with your thumb. Let the rest of the quilt drape over your left arm. This is how I hoopless quilt big or small stitch. Give it a try.
This is what I do too. Just holding my hand under never worked for me. I gather in my left hand just what my hand will hold comfortably.