CROCHET HOOKS
You could be overwhelmed
by the number of hooks offered in a big box craft store. The first thing to
consider when choosing a hook is the material it is made of. Hooks come in a
variety of colors and styles. Most current crochet hooks are made of metal,
plastic, or bamboo, so this is the easiest part. Crochet hooks in a range of
colors are displayed next to a ball of yarn and a crochet project. Plastic and
metal are the two most frequent types of hooks. Both are smooth and suitable
for most yarn kinds, allowing the yarn to slide effortlessly over the hook.
Steel hooks will almost certainly be required if you plan to produce very fine
or delicate lace-like pieces. These are the tiniest hooks ever made, with a lot
of them.
HOOK TYPES
1. Wooden or bamboo hooks - This is a newer, lighter
version of the old, vintage-type hooks. They're great selections because most
of them are relatively comfortable to handle for lengthy periods of time. Some
of them are a little longer than your typical aluminum or plastic hook.
2. Japanese hooks, which have large plastic handles
and are particularly comfortable to use. Other hooks may have longer,
ergonomically curved handles that fit comfortably in your hand, making the
rhymical motion of crocheting a lot more enjoyable. Some hooks have stiff
plastic handles, while others have cushioned grips.
3. Single Ended Hooks—These are the most common and
will most likely be found at craft stores. In general, they are
4. Afghan Hook— It for Tunisian crochet and it advanced
hook. On one end, there is a hook, and on the other, there is a stopper.
They're longer, usually 10 inches long, but they can get even longer. These
hooks are designed to hold several stitches. They are made of a range of
materials, including plastic, resin, aluminum, bamboo, and others, just like
other types of crochet hooks. You can buy them alone or in a set. They're also
available as a single hook or as a set of interchangeable hooks that come in many cord or cable sizes.
5. Double Ended Hook—These hooks are 14 inches long
and have a hook on both ends.
THE PARTS OF A HOOK
Handle- The part that you hold in your hand is called
the handle. Make sure it's just perfect, not too long or too short. A lengthy
hook can cause exhaustion and discomfort. A too-short handle is the same way.
When picking a hook, remember the Cinderella principle.
Grip- The section of the hook you grab with your thumb
and hand is called the grip. They can be beautiful or utilitarian, depending on
the situation. When crocheting for lengthy periods of time, the grip becomes
extremely crucial for persons who have a degenerative joint disease or who
experience discomfort and hand weariness. If this describes you, a hook with a
wider handle or a cushioned handle would be a good choice.
Shaft- The shaft can be either inline or tapered. The
breadth of the shaft is used to define the hook's size. Depending on how you
hold the hook and how you move the hook while creating stitches, the shaft
might be shorter and less pleasant.
Throat Types - The throat is placed behind the head,
right under the hook. There are two sorts of throats: tapered and inline. The
throat of a tapered shaft is smaller than the shaft itself. The shaft of an
inline shaft is the same width as the shaft. If the neck is excessively broad,
the sutures may get loose. You may need to make tighter stitches if the throat
is too small. If you're having problems getting the proper gauge, switching to
a hook with a different neck type could help.
Head Type - There are two sorts of heads: pointed and
rounded. If your head is too pointed, you may split the yarn; if it is too
rounded, you may find it difficult to get into the stitches, slowing you down.
As you can see, every component of a crochet hook has the
potential to assist or harm you, and the only way to know which is appropriate
for you is to try it out. As a result, I never advocate purchasing a full set
of hooks from a single vendor. Decide on which sizes you'll use the most, and
then try out different brands. When it comes to sizes,
SIZES OF CROCHET HOOKS
Because hook sizes are not universally the same, I
believe size is one of the more difficult aspects to grasp. Let's talk about
size in general before we go into US vs. the UK (English/Canadian) sizes vs.
metric. The size of your stitches will be determined by the hook size and the
yarn you use. Larger hooks are designed to work with thicker yarns and, as a
result, produce larger stitches. The size of the hook should be marked
someplace on the hook, so you should be able to tell. A letter is assigned to
each hook in the United States. A number is also included in some. The hooks
become bigger as you move through the alphabet. With thicker bulky, larger
hooks are utilized.
CROCHET HOOK
CONVERSION
EU: Metric
0.6 mm, 0.75 mm, 1 mm, 1.25 mm, 1.5 mm, 1.75 mm, 2 mm,
2.25 mm, 2.5 mm, 2.75 mm, 3 mm, 3.25 m ,3.5 mm, 3.75 mm, 4 mm, 4.5 mm, 5 mm, 5.5
mm, 6 mm,6.5 mm,7 mm,8 mm,9 mm,10 mm,12 mm,15 mm,20 mm.
USA Sizes
14 steel,12steel,11steel,7 steel,6 steel, 5 steel,
N/A, B/1, C/2, D/3, E/4, F/5, G/6, 7, H/8, 1/9, 1/10, K/10 1/2, L/11, M/13,
N/15, P, Q(16mm), S(10mm).
Old UK Sizes
N/A, 14, 12, 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2.
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