Did you know that sewing actually stimulates creativity in children? Yes, sewing, sewing is marvelous creative outlet as well as developing problem solving, concentration and focus.
Sewing (and other "hands-on" activities such as painting, drawing and music) not only stimulate creativity, they also help develop patience, perseverance and problem-solving skills.
According to child development experts, the optimum time to introduce new topics of learning is between the ages of 5 and 12. Since sewing classes are generally not offered until middle school or high school, younger children ready and eager to learn this new skill are missing out. And as school budgets shrink, sewing programs often fall by the wayside.
