Hi A,

Not sure if I would call it an obsession, but my eldest daughter is really interested in fashion. Our greatest Xmas buy was a $99 Brother sewing machine. It has 14 stitches, a button hole and is very easy to use. It's basic, to be sure, but it's been such a winner. I've even found a dressmaking course next week for beginners. I agree with the suggestion of broadening the interest. THere's much scope... jojo