Magnifiers

littleturtlegirl · Post by **littleturtlegirl** » Sun Jun 22, 2014 11:17 pm

I have read that many of you use magnifiers, but which one do you guys like the best or the least? I would like to ask for one for my birthday, but reading about them doesn't help me decide which one is best.

I am stitching on Evenweave right now and I have noticed that my eyes hurt a little after stitching for a while, but it doesn't when I use Aida. Because of this I would like to get a magnifier.

Thank you guys in advance.

Rose · Post by **Rose** » Mon Jun 23, 2014 3:11 am

This is the one I have and it is awesome!!!!!!!!

http://www.minervabeauty.com/daylight-l ... 6eMorEuK8A" target="_blank

fccs · Post by **fccs** » Mon Jun 23, 2014 3:31 am

I have the same one and love it. I also use a clip on magnifier like this http://us.daylightcompany.com/product/n90942/" target="_blank" target="_blank, as well as one almost the same as that but with a light. They're too heavy to clip onto a hoop, but perfect for stretcher frames and Qsnaps. I also have a little Ott magnifier http://www.joann.com/ottlite-6x-and-3x- ... ml#start=3" target="_blank" target="_blank which I can clip to hoops. It took me awhile to get used to it and while I think it's very overpriced for the quality, sales and coupons make it reasonable.

meganh · Post by **meganh** » Mon Jun 23, 2014 5:23 am

I have similar but a floor stand one since i like to stitch on my couch

wonder ful things!

pattiebelle · Post by **pattiebelle** » Mon Jun 23, 2014 5:35 am

I already have a floor lamp I like, so my magnifier is the kind you wear around your neck. Not many folks like'em, but they are inexpensive and very portable. It works for me ...

Oriettait · Post by **Oriettait** » Mon Jun 23, 2014 6:57 am

I have a Purelite 3in1 craft lamp that is very similar to the one rose and Debbie have http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B003UUC ... mp_s_a_1_1
It works perfectly and it is very versatile as it can be used from the floor, table or clamped on your stand. I really recommend it

wendywombat · Post by **wendywombat** » Mon Jun 23, 2014 9:51 am

I have the same one as Oriettait. It's fantastic. I also have a clip-on magnifier
Mighty-Bright-Vusion-Craft-Purple which is great for travelling.

rcperryls · Post by **rcperryls** » Mon Jun 23, 2014 12:14 pm

I have the same one as Rose and Debby and I love it. I bought mine at one of the large craft stores (A C Moore, I think) with a 40% off coupon. I also have a smaller table light that I found at Hobby Lobby which I use to provide extra light on my charts (don't have the best light coming in the house and I do most of my stitching afternoon and evening). I have tried quite a few different magnifiers that hang around my neck for when I travel. I have yet to find one that I really like, but can deal with it for the occasional trip.

Carole

meganh · Post by **meganh** » Tue Jun 24, 2014 1:29 am

wendywombat wrote:I have the same one as Oriettait. It's fantastic. I also have a clip-on magnifier
Mighty-Bright-Vusion-Craft-Purple which is great for travelling.

I love this one for travel too!

Allyn · Post by **Allyn** » Tue Jun 24, 2014 12:06 pm

pattiebelle wrote:I already have a floor lamp I like, so my magnifier is the kind you wear around your neck. Not many folks like'em, but they are inexpensive and very portable. It works for me ...

It works for me, too, as I explained in the other magnifier thread. I put the string behind my head and hook it over my ears and the magnifier stays quite stable while I stitch.

lucia · Post by **lucia** » Wed Jun 25, 2014 3:51 am

I use glasses that are a strength of +2.75. They are American reading glasses and work great.

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