When I lived up north I had my sewing machine in guest bedroom. Wasn't much into quilting then. When I had my 3rd baby (oops) I moved to the basement. The lighting was horrible, but I managed. Since moving to FL, we are on our 3rd house....downsized. In my last sewing room I had a double fluorescent ceiling light over my machines. It was the best lighting I ever had. Going to get another for new sewing room. Not too expensive either