Originally Posted by
Pam S
I clicked on your link, Christine, and then looked at some of the other videos that popped up. Check out "The Secret Life of Machines - the Sewing Machine" parts 1 thru 4. It's a fascinating look at the history of the sewing machine (honest, it really is fascinating) and how sewing machines work. Entertaining and educational. Don't think your boy scouts would like it though!
I haven't looked at the videos. My husband insisted that our boys learn to use a sewing machine before they used a power saw - at least you only get inoculated with a sewing machine - a saw you can lose parts. For YEARS only tailors sewed mens clothing. Boys can make their own camping gear or tool holders or a good pair of shorts. My son wanted fancy cowboy shirts so I taught him how. Of late he has been thinking of things he can sew. I showed Muv's video about the Singer 15 to a young male friend of our family. After he watched the video he said he thought he could try to sew. Then he watched the rest of her videos. You might be surprised what the boys will do if you present it in the right way.