What machine do you have? I have the Janome 6600MC and I did replace the front bulb with an LED bulb - which made a huge difference. I also have a desk style Ott lite that sits on a shelf above the machine which also helps. I have the light that sticks to the machine - but it seemed to get in my way so it sits in a box right now trying to decide if I want it on my 15-91. My FW also has an LED bulb and I love it. I bought a small portable LED light - it runs on batteries or plugs into a USB port.