Just a thought- You know this got me thinking- a few years ago I taught my cub scout den how to sew buttons and mend cloths, and I found out something rather weird- that most of the mothers had no idea how to sew, and had never been taught how to repair popped seams or replace buttons. I had thought this was a pretty common skill that almost anyone would know, yet they did not and even more still as time moved on I realized that many had limited outdoors or basic home making skills.
Now most of that has to do with where I live to be sure (outside of Philadelphia) but it was still a interesting observation and one than challenges many old stereotypes. I will say that I have meet many gifted crafters, and you have done a wonderful job here.