Originally Posted by
LavenderBlue
Although we have good adjustable overhead lighting and lamps, when I hand sew at night it just seems like a different world. I wear my reading glasses but feels like I am almost guessing where my needle is. I REALLY enjoy this relaxing time at the end of the day for sewing on bindings but want to branch out into evening applique. Next morning, my eyes are tired from the workout.
Any suggestions?
I use a pendant light. It is a small flourescent that hangs on a lightweight lanyard on your neck. You can tilt it to focus on your work. It does have to plug in but if I am in for a long session of handwork it gives me great light pointed right where I need it. Since I have had it for years not sure if they still make them. Google and see what you can find for "pendant light" or "pendant lamp".
Gotta keep these eyes working without strain.
Lynne from eastern KS