First (and I think most important) the only stupid question is the one not asked. We all learn from any questions asked. There is 'special' thread designed for hand quilting. It will be marked as 'HAND QUILTING'. As a safety point, I always put a quick knot every foot or so. I have had a whole line unravel and I was not happy. I would rather not be totally correct than have that happen again. Reminder - it is your quilt, you are making it and you get to make the rules!