I quilt with one eye that sees 90% on good days. Have not used a LA at all and I do not drive anymore. It has not stopped me from quilting, cooking or reading, so I think I am blessed by doing what I can do. I would say "Go for it" use the best lighting you can get put in to help you. Natural light is always the best, large windows and sky lights. LED lights, or white LED 100 watts makes things look brighter, too. There is a notable blind quilter, see if I can find her site and list it for you.