I kinda like hand quilting better then machine. Slower but you can sit in a chair ANYWHERE and get the job done. :lol: I like to sit outside on my deck when the weather is nice too. I love the outside. I have more control of it too. I know all about "quilter's fingers". Sometimes my "underneath" finger gets so sore I have to stop for a while. The end of it looks more dimpled then my thimble! :lol: