Magnifiers and lamps for detailed needlework

Magnifiers and lamps for embroidery, sewing and crafts

Magnifiers and lamps help you with embroidery, sewing, crochet or crafts when every millimeter counts. A stitch in dark fabric, a square on fine counted fabric or the hole in a bead is much easier to hit with good light and a little magnification. They also ease eye strain during longer sessions.

How to find the right magnifier or lamp

First think about where you work. A clamp lamp with a flexible arm attaches to the edge of the table and takes up almost no space, while a table lamp stands on its own and is quick to move. For very small details such as cross-stitch on fine linen or bead embroidery, a magnifier with built-in light is handy because magnification and light are aimed at the same spot. Magnifier glasses are a good choice when you need both hands free or work on the go. LED bulbs barely get warm and use little power, so you can work close to your piece for longer.

• LED lamps with flexible arm and clamp mount
• Table lamps for a permanent workspace
• Magnifiers with and without light
• Magnifier glasses for hands-free work

Tip: The stronger the magnification, the smaller the area you usually see in focus. For most needlework, a moderate magnification with a wide field of view is therefore more comfortable than a very strong one.