Originally Posted by
Goodmama
I am making my first quilt!
The top is done (Amish Tulip Quilt with appliques). I've done a great job if I have to say so myself. I'm ready to start putting layers together and I want to hand quilt. I have a little bit of back trouble so I'm looking for the most comfortable way to proceed. So here are my questions:
1) Does the floor hoop pull close enough that you can quilt easily without leaning forward? Can you sit up straight or even lean back on a sofa to use that? OR
2) Would a lap hoop be easier on my back because my position could be more flexible?
Thank you in advance for your advice! Thank you to the woman I bumped into at JoAnn Fabrics who told me about this site.
Congratulations! Please post pictures of the quilt!
I have back problems too. I have found it is much easier to use my 14 inch lap hoop than on my floor frame. I like to baste on my floor frame, tho, but once it's basted, it's outtathere! I like the mobility of a lap hoop too. I can work on it in any room of my house or take it on the road!
Good luck and welcome to the board