I know what you mean about today's "techy" youth. However, I do think that young people (girls and boys) who are exposed to sewing at an early age will be sewers as adults. We have 3 granddaughters, ages 7, 9 and 15 who love to sew on the machines. I have to tell you that I was pleasantly pleased when I saw this. They are totally fascinated with their ability to "make" something themselves. I know that moms today are also exceptionally busy and don't have the time we grandma's or aunts have to spend the time with the children but I do believe that with the early beginning and the love of the "machine" process that as adults they will carry on the art of quilting. I truly love to see what great quilts the men on our site are making and quilting. It is truly an inspiration to me.