My mother taught us to sew, but I never did once I left home. My sister did quite a bit though.

Mom taught me some basic crochet, but I didn't get serious about it until a few years ago. This is my latest that I made for my sister - may have to do one for myself - I love this pattern. Must have ripped it out 3 or 4 times before I got the stitch right, but very easy once I did.

I'm convinced knitting requires a higher IQ. LOL! My niece just taught herself to knit and has done some beautiful work (but she is much smarter than I am.)