We investigated the consciousness and the actual handicraft and sewing activities in the everyday life of kindergarteners' mothers. We obtained the following results.
The rate of acquisition of basic handicraft and sewing skills was high. The ratio of people who learned those basic skills in home economics classes was the highest.
There was a significant relationship between “the degree of time spent for handicrafts and sewing” and “the degree of mastery of basic handicraft and sewing skills.” Therefore, it was suggested that basic skills are required for handcrafts and sewing.
There was a significant relationship between “the degree of time spent for handicrafts and sewing” and “experience in making handmade items for children.” Therefore, it was suggested that the presence of children is a factor in determining how much practice goes into handicrafts and sewing.
There was a significant relationship between “preference for handicrafts and sewing” and “the degree of practice that goes into handicrafts and sewing” as well as “experience in making handmade items for children.” These findings suggested the importance of teaching materials and home economics classes in which students enjoy themselves while making something for someone.
