When I sewed a black binding to a black backing, I turned on every light and opened all the shades in my sewing room! I have a table size OTT light and put it directly over the area that I was sewing or unsewing. I also suggest that if you have a white cat that is your quilting helper (like I do) that you send her on vacation until you are done!! Keep your lint roller close by as you will use it often. Black batting is definately your friend!!!