What make of crochet hooks is the best?

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.

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

Tried a few my favourite is the Clover Soft touch.

Whatever you buy, buy something to keep them in!

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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.

Thank you!

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

Here is a demo of Tunisian crochet

youtu.be/lWl_MRBpPBQ?feature=shared

I've only just mastered simple tapestry crochet!

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.

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

Anyone tried a Tunisian crochet hook. Looks interesting.

Another vote for Clover Amour - and I crochet a lot!

I find the Susan Bates style of crochet hooks the easiest to use. Metal are good, but if she's going to crochet on a plane get the plastic ones.

As this is a thread about crochet may I ask at what age could a child learn the basics? I’d like to learn with my grandaughter who is 6 who is into crafts (unlike me!). And if ok which size hook and which yarn. Apologies for hijacking your thread Poppygirl.

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.

I've bought quite a few crochet hooks (made from different materials; bamboo, wood, & metal) in charity shops. Worth a look?

I definitely prefer the all metal ones.

I've used Knitpro Waves for years but have recently been given a set of Clover Softouch, which are also lovely.

It might matter how she will hold her hook: if she holds it like a pen, you can get all sorts of fancy hooks with beautiful, turned handles. I hold mine like a knife, with my thumb flat on the handle (looks more like a baby shovelling food to me but they call it "knife grip"), so the handles have to be flat. 🧶

I have a set of aero hooks in a case. I also have a set with ergonomic grips that I bought from Amazon.
I don't recommend bamboo hooks as they don't let the yarn slide very well.

I’d advise against buying wooden or bamboo ones. You want a hook that “slides” easily, and therefore metal ones are best. My daughter bought me a set of shiny metallic ones with chunky grips that I really like, and a handy fabric storage case - similar to a jewellery roll.

I love Aero hooks - very smooth and a nice weight. But don't concentrate so much on the maker as the feel, weight and quality (some of the cheaper ones can be flimsy and it's not unusual for them to have little tabs that catch on the wool). Run the hooks through your fingers - you'll easily work out which ones are "catchy". On the whole, I'd recommend going into a wool shop to ask the counter staff - the hooks may be a bit more expensive than on EBay but you'll be able to see what you're getting. A whole set is probably too many just for a beginner, so start her off with a couple of average-size hooks (3.50mm, 4mm or 4.50mm) and a ball or two of good DK (check on the ball label to see which size is recommended). Also see if you can find a good instruction book (with clear diagrams) aimed at beginners. I hope she takes to it, as it's a really useful skill to have.

The ones I have are metal Aero brand ones. My mother used Aero too. I don’t crochet but they are invaluable for picking up dropped stitches when catastrophes occur!

Yes, and the Clover ones have too.

I like that the Knit Pro hooks have the size printed on the coloured rubber part. Mine are many years old and the sizes have not rubbed off which I thought might happen.

Nor do the Clover Amour hooks have the name on them, but I found my order.

I was trying to remember the name of the ones I bought which had the size on the metal part of the hook and it didn't go through the yarn easily.