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What make of crochet hooks is the best?

(37 Posts)
Poppygirl Thu 14-Nov-24 09:43:05

My daughter (25) would like to start crocheting. I would like to give her a set of crochet hooks for her birthday, or at least start her out on a collection of good ones, if they're very expensive. What makes are considered the best these days, for ease of use and longevity?

Fleurpepper Sun 17-Nov-24 16:37:57

Anyone tried a Tunisian crochet hook. Looks interesting.

Allira Sun 17-Nov-24 17:13:34

I've heard of Tunisian crochet but not really investigated.
Is it a cross between crochet and knitting?

Fleurpepper Sun 17-Nov-24 17:17:59

Well, sort of. Been watching videos. The hook is much longer, like a knitting needle, but the technique is like crochet, on one hook. There are also circular versions.

Allira Sun 17-Nov-24 17:23:38

I've only just mastered simple tapestry crochet!

Fleurpepper Sun 17-Nov-24 17:25:40

Here is a demo of Tunisian crochet

youtu.be/lWl_MRBpPBQ?feature=shared

Allira Sun 17-Nov-24 17:28:59

Thank you!

Just finished one project, nearly finished another so I'll investigate.

Primrose53 Sun 17-Nov-24 17:45:24

Twopence

I prefer the standard type of metal hooks. I've had a couple of the soft touch ones but found the rubbery handles went sticky with time.

Mine are years old and used all the time. One or two of the bigger ones have felt a bit sticky through lack of use I think. I just rub a bit of talc on them and they’re fine.

Chardy Sun 17-Nov-24 19:11:17

Whatever you buy, buy something to keep them in!

DeeDe Sun 17-Nov-24 20:10:17

Tried a few my favourite is the Clover Soft touch.

Poppygirl Mon 18-Nov-24 07:36:39

Thank you very much for all your helpful replies. You've certainly given me something to work with.

Diggingdoris Mon 18-Nov-24 13:41:52

I was gifted a set of Aero ones in a zip up case donkeys years ago. Problem is that I find my thumb gets sore where the size is proud when I'm doing lots of crochet.