No, I don't believe that all of our young people will turn away from the needle arts. I have had the pleasure of meeting some youngsters that express thenselves in painting, the written word, sclupture, cross stitch, apparel design and quilting. It isn't as prevalent as when I was young, but it is still out there and if we cultivate their interests that is a good thing. I was particularly delighted when my 23 year old niece was so happy with a pair of hot pads I made for her and another niece for whom I made a Kindle cover. Both young women were interested in the process of making these articles. I try very hard not to push my interests unless asked, but I also feel it is our responsibility to keep the arts alive in our young people. I love technology,but it can be merged with the older methods perfectly.
Well off my soap box. I just really believe we do need to kindle the interest in the creative arts whenever possible.