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Hi Crimson,
it seems that frames (lap or other) are a recurrent topic, indeed.
So you'll find my answer quite similar to the ones I've already given to other users asking about the same question (so, if you have already read them, just skip the following).
I started stitching (small projects) with a hoop but when I switched to bigger ones, I found the frames needed to hold them too heavy so I did buy a lap stand but, to be honest, give up quite rapidly as it's not so handy; especially if you like to sit on an armchair, often you don't have enough room between the arm and the frame side bar to move your hands comfortably.
So recently I bought a Millennium frame + stand.
I'll start with the weak point: it's definitely not on the cheap side. And that's all.
On the great points now: it will change your life as a stitcher!
I stitch sitting on a sofa, a quite low one, and the stand can be regulated to quite a large range of heights so you can really chose the one more comfortable to you. The frame keep your fabric nice, clean and really tight, without stitching, screwing or any other contraptions.
The material is high quality wood, which make it quite nice to look at. And you can fold the frame holder when you don't use it so that it need limited room to be stored.
On a so-so point: the company is a small family business and they don't hold huge stocks so it may take some time for you to get it, if they've run out and have to remake it (artisanally, by hand!).
They do have a website but I'm not sure I can give you the URL, as this could be considered advertisement. But if you google Millennium frame, you shouldn't have difficulties in finding it.
Hope this help.
Regards,
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