I learned to sew as a child - no foot pedal, a knee control, so I did not have to reach the floor to sew! My mother taught me clothing construction, not quilting. I learned to quilt as an adult.
I have been teaching others - not all in my family. I tried to teach my DDs, but it did not 'take'. One decided she had no time, the other decided directions were not for her - she sewed when I was not at home, and followed no rules, creating a lot of interesting items that were not wearable or altering clothing to that same point. My first DD has decided she now has the time, and is workiing on a bargello.
I have been teaching some of the ladies in a quilt block exchange.
It is rewarding to be able to pass on the fun!