Hook Talk - 2018 - Tulip, Clover, Crochet Lite, Lili Sew, Ergonomic, Damero, and More!
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5:06 “Love those.. Well no I don’t love them, I’ve never used them.” This is so funny ahahah
k correct me if I misheard, “these are so much better than these.” As she holds up the ones she loves but never used before. Super confused lol so has she used them before or not?
My husband is watching this with me and his first comment on the lighted hooks was "Light sabers for crocheters"! We are avid gamers and Star Wars fans so these may be the hooks to get him to try crochet LOL. Thanks for the great and informative video!
Gamers Unite! What do you guys play? We're a WoW family. Savage Fury - Mannoroth. :D xx!
WoW since about 2009? 2010? My son got me hooked and I dragged my hubby with me! Delusions of Grandeur (Alliance) and Carpe Noctem (Horde) Eitrigg-Shu'halo. Started out alliance, then went horde now we just play the toon that suits our mood!
Hurray! Yes - we're Cata babies. 2011? Started our own guild before we knew better, but now have a heap of amazing players/friends, and have guilt pangs when playing our Horde toons... don't think I've even dragged 1 to 110 yet! Lol! Oquana#1960 is my battle tag. Xx!
Our guilds are both just us lol...and our alts! Krissdgr#1477
haha
I am a beginner, and I can't help but admire. Makes me more interest in crochet activities.
I'm a beginner as well, I'm doing the round granny square..
I LOVE my Clover hooks!! Agree with all you said about them! I had a problem with my hand going numb when I used regular metal or plastic hooks, and that problem was solved with the Clover hooks!
I'm having trouble with pain and numbness right now. Thank you for you're comment. I've been looking through videos to find something to help.
I just got a set from Yarnology sizes 2.0 to 7.0mm at Hobby Lobby for $9.99. Very lightweight and easy to use for seniors like me. They are color coded too.
I started out using "Boye" when I was 7 years old. I now have my favorite "Clover". I keep a variety, so I can tutor others.
I totally agree with you Christa, Clover Amour hooks are my absolute favorite. I love the color coded sizes and the imprinted size that doesn’t wear off. Great informative video. Have a great day!
The Rose Tulips are my fave. I also love my Clover Amour.
I painted black acrylic paint into the Clover numbers then wiped it off, leaving it in the recessed area. Much easier to identify now.
I’m teaching my 10 year old granddaughter to crochet. I gave her a Clover Amour 5.0 mm to start out. I don’t want her to get discouraged with an inferior hook.
My favorite hook to use is Susan Bates, the inline of the hook is great for beginners, the hook stays the same size through it does not taper like other hooks, easier to pull the yarn through. I have used Susan Bates for over 50 years, so I guess that is why they are my favorite I started crocheting with them, if I had started with the other hook would probably like them better. Thank you for showing all the other hooks.
Thanks for sharing, Linda Rodgers! xx
What a clever little adaptation you made to your crochet hook pouch at around the 27:45 mark. Unpicking the thread on the elastic dividers to turn two smaller hook holders into one larger elastic for the oversized hooks to fit comfortably. Thanks for sharing!
Oh I am so glad you liked it, Molly Cat Colorado! Thanks!🌻🌺🌼
I've tried all hooks but tulip rose are my absolute favorites 💕
I watched this video several yrs ago. I found the clover hooks on sale and on Amazon (thinking if I didn’t like them I’d give to my mom who also crochet). The first time I crocheted w a clover hook ...I was in L. O. V. E !! The glide through the yarn us amazing and makes a HUGE difference in fatigue...even the larger plastic hooks glide like butter!! When I crochet it’s usually for 8-12 hrs, so not having that drag makes a huge difference !!!!
I agree Michelle Nash! 👍 Thank you! 🌺🌻🌸
Boy is it hard to find a YTer that will just say “these are my favorite! But these!” That’s what I’m looking for. I know everyone has to consider not everyone likes the same things but
I know a lot of people don't love the Addi ergonomic hooks but my arthritic hands love them!
Thanks for sharing, lilDickenzz Smith! I think the longer neck ones are quite good. But haven't used them - just held one or two in my hand.
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It's always interesting to see what hooks people prefer! I think a lot of it comes down to how you hold your hook. I don't personally love the Clover Armour but Clover Soft Touch are my absolute favorite hook! I hate that they don't have them in a larger size range. I hate doing larger projects because they don't have them past like size J I believe.
Hi, Opheliamelts! I would love to try the Soft Touch one day! Thank you so much for sharing! xx
I just love those lighted hooks! Can use them during the evenings and not disturb sleeping members of the family! Thank you for sharing. My budgies, Mango, Blueberry & Rainbow all send kisses!
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the various brands and styles. Nothing beats hands-on experience with hooks but this type of review helps saves me from a lot of annoyance and loss of $$$.
The clover ergonomic ones are my very favorite too. The ones with the lights are very nice if you are traveling in the car though. Possibly for a Star Wars light saber fight as well after watching your video. 😜 Love it! 💜🌸
Susan Bates are my absolute favorite
Thanks so much for sharing, Gladys Morrison! xx
I am such a Boye girl! lol. but now I want to try the Clovers. I LOVE how you go into detail about the shape of the hook..the narrowness, or flat sides, etc. perfect! Those things will make or break a hook for me. Maybe you should design your own brand? I bet they would be spectacular!
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Thank you for this, I have bought several hook sets based on price and how many not realizing that work different. I am still fairly new to crochet.
What a range of hooks, thank you for the well thought review. I now use large ergonomic handled hooks I bought from Etsy which are expensive but amazing. They enable me to continue crocheting with my arthritic hands and I'm eternally grateful for them.
Oh those sounds amazing, juli beswick-valentine! Thanks so much for sharing! xx
hi Christa. I just wanted to let you know I purchased a FULL set of Clover Hooks from Amazon, There is definitely a big difference in the hooks. I love my clover.
Oh HURRAY Lorinda!! Musice to my eyes, reading that!! Well done you! xxx
I've recently converted to Clover Armour, only been crocheting for 69 years ;-) and wow! what a difference they make. My squeaky uncomfortable collection of grotty, yarn splitting hooks were donated to an op shop. Your tutorial says it all, like you I won't comment on the furl$ but I am inspired by those little lite hooks as darker colours are the bane of my life in the evening!! Cheers, Sandra
Tulip hooks my fav for now. Going to try clovers. I also like Susan Bates hooks
This tutorial has helped me tremendously. I am not new to crocheting however, I have not done it in years. You have helped me decide what I need to buy.
Oh I am so glad! Thank you! xx!
I’ve had an aluminum set in a case like those for many years. They’re boyes. I live that the stay organized.
I may have only just started with crochet 🧶 but I love aluminum because I have felt the other one as a practice and I hated it so I stayed with my favorites and they are cheap to replace when the wear down a little
I have a Prym hook that I absolutely guard!! (Especially from my cat!!). Prym, to me, is by far the best hook I've ever used. Amazon has them. Ohhh, you must try one!
Oh thank you so much, Robbie Pittman! I will put them on my list for sure! 🌺🌻🌸
Agree with Prym. Th ergo handle is a combination of soft/grippy and hard plastic so easy on the hand but durable. The plastic hook has a texture that holds the yarn well but works fast. The head is tapered with a long neck; I don’t care for inline heads.
I just LOVE this tutorial. When I started crocheting I bought the inexpensive Boye and Bates hooks and realized how much I did not care for them . Every now and then they work good for a project I'm on, but I am a Clover Hook lover. I also love the plastic hooks and even plastic knitting needles. You just sold me on the larger Clover hooks and I will eventually purchase them individually. This was really helpful because now I don't have to try all these different brands. My hands never cramp up with the Clovers and I hold my hook the same way you do. Thanks Christa!!
"Good to keep in the glove compartment just in case" had a giggle at that comment. Thinking of being stranded with a flat or something "thank god i have my hooks"
Riiiiight, Erica Ruth!?? Totally! ha ha ha! xx
I loved this too. Taking my language!!
Or when you let someone else drive on a long car trip and you want to work on a project to pass the time.
@@llamabrat07 logical person you are 😂😂
i feel dumb
i love the crochet lites, great for me as i have a special needs daughter who turns the light off all the time.
Great Talk about hooks! LOVE it!!!!! I adore my Clover hooks every one of them, every size! Second love: my Tulips! I also have and use my older Boye aluminum and steel hooks set that I used before they were any ergonomic hooks. They were Best when made in USA.
This is awesome! I just buy hooks until I find what's comfortable to me for that project. I love my lite up hook 6.00 mm. It is exactly like yours. Thanks for sharing this it was very helpful!
Hi my name is Rose I love your videos I do not see very well so keep them up and I love how you talk about your crochet Hawks and what’s available and how you use them because not often people tell you about things and videos so the more you can do those videos of be good for someone that’s trying to learn that has a disability I would love to be able to one-day talk to you because it sounds really cool you sound like an awesome teacher I’m from New Zealand and that hopefully I could keep in touch with you because it be cool thank you so much love Rose
I am a total newbe to crochet. Bought some yarn and hooks at the walmart. who was to know about all the different hooks even some that light up. I am going to have to keep my eyes open as to what is available. Thank you for the very informative video
This is the video I was looking for!
I wanted to see the comparison of different brands, and it is exactly that!
Thank you!
EDIT: After watching.
I think you might benefit from creating a draft of the video beofre recording. Just points - what would you like to say in order and how would you like to describe the idea.
The video is very informative, but in some parts it seems hectic.
I agree Arek Arkadiusz! 👍 Please check out my newer video here: th-cam.com/video/GstcjQ3syJ4/w-d-xo.html 🌺🌻🌸
One of these days ill try the clover,, mainly because people rave about them so much!. But I really like inline heads, like Susan Bates aluminum ( the crystalite ones are as well, but plastic and that squeak makes my skin crawl) I always liked tapered heads before, but I find I split yarn less, and have more even stitches with inline Bates. I bought a set of bamboo hooks, also inline, but haven't really given them a good try yet.
Your right about the light ups, I bought one, and seem to stare at the light. Ill have to try again to see if I can get used to it.
Good review of hooks, thanks :)
LeAnn Lewis =
I agree. I like inline only and will now put all the tapered ones in the thrift store box. Never use them so bye, hooks
Interesting! I got a bunch of crochet gifts at Christmas and my MIL got me what I believe are the Clover hooks and she got me a Damero case too! Ripping the seams in the back is a good idea! I have my big hooks back there and they don't fit! lol If I rip the seam they would though, that's super smart.
TOTALLY works! :D xx!
My favorite hooks are the Susan Bates. I like that the flat head doesn't split yarn. I recently got a set of the Susan Bates hooks with bamboo handles and LOVE them. They are a little longer and feel so good in the hand. Just my 2 cents worth.
Like your program about crochet needles. I have never seen tulip needles. I use regular clover needles I really like them but would like to try the clover arm our. Is this what you are calling clover?
I'm with you. Susan Bates are the only hooks I use for non-lace weight yarns. I love how they hold the yarn (throat depth). My mother taught me to crochet with Susan Bates hooks. I've tried Boye hooks, but they just aren't as good. Most of the hooks in this video don't look anything like Susan Bates hooks. I lovingly call myself a hook snob. 😁
I bought some new Susan Bates Aluminum hooks recently. So disappointed with them. The hook is sharp, I can hear it when it goes through the yarn, I wonder if the yarn is being cut by the hook. I have used Susan Bates for 40 years, never had this problem. I will have to go and find the old ones.
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They were my first buy when I restarted crocheting after many years break ❤️
Hi Christa! Thanks for the talk on hooks. Very helpful I must say, I can now make informed decisions when trying to purchase hooks. Thanks again. 😘
I just purchased the clover hooks you recommended. Thanks for doing this episode. 🦄🌈💖
Who is not sleeping at nights,but doesnt want to leave the best spot to knit/ crochet ,which is your comfy bed and doesnt want to wake up your partner, the best thing is neck light. Bought from Amazon Glocusent reading light and I am very happy with it. 3 brightness settings,3 different light colours, main usb charger,so no mess with batteries changing. Also you can adjust light position and it stays with no problems. For a darker yarns you can use with lite hooks and feel very comfortable when crocheting in the dark.
Definitely gonna order somw clover hooks to try. I LOVE my light up hooks, you can crochet anywhere with them. And I've learned when they start to squeak if you wipe them with a cloth they will stop squeaking. Thanks for the review and info, can't wait to try the clover hooks!
What kind of cloth?
I started crocheting with a Susan Bates hook, then found Boye hooks and dropped the Bates. Moved on to an ergonomic cheap hook that wasn't helpful. Then...I got a set of Tulips for a gift and fell hard. I love the Tulip's. I ordered the Clover's after your review and wish I had gotten the Clovers first, just saying, I find the fit is perfect for me. The perfect marriage of hook and yarn.
Oh - so glad to hear, Sylvia! I'm a Clover girl for LIFE. Although I hear Tulip has come out with a multicolored set? Don't see or feel a need. :) HUGS! xx!
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Sylvia Bryant if you aren't using your tulips anymore, send them to ME! LOL
#teamtulipforever
I agree with you on the different hooks and I especially agree with the light up hooks they are great for black yarn! I had stopped using black yarn until I got them now I can use black yarn or any really dark yarn and not need an alternative light source or my glasses(and the glasses did always help).
I've seen tons of videos on crochet hooks and they mostly talk about the ergonomics of the different hooks but nothing about how smoothly the yarn slides of these hooks. I bought an old vintage UK crochet made of steel by a company named Bernat Aero and Viking Aero. Not sure what type of coating was used on these hooks but the yarn glides off of these hooks effortlessly and super smooth. I've been searching the web like crazy trying to find these hooks or something similar with no luck.
Aero is a budget brand that bargin stores sell. I have a few as well and they work ok. The coating is just a simple plastic coating.
Good comparison of hooks.I will try clover now after this.Your spirit is so fun.Thanks for this.
The blanket behind you at the first of the video looks so amazing across the couch. Thank you for all the information on the hooks. I was getting ready to buy a new set.
I think that's a scrap yarn blanket. It's made using small amounts of left over yarn.
That hook from Singapore at 9.40 is from Daiso, the $2 Japanese thrift store!
I love love love my Crochet Lite hooks! They are my go to hooks for all my projects unless I am crocheting a club kit that requires their hook, if it was provided. My Crochet Lite hooks are the best for me because I have insomnia, so I crochet in the dark while hubby sleeps. Great job!
I have a set of aero plastic and steel set which I used in the seventies but now I love and swear by my clover ones thank you for all the info that you give us .
My favorite hook is Susan Bates Soft Handle. I love the pointiness to get into tight stitches and I like the open throat better for grabbing the yarn and hanging on. I wish the foam handle was a little thicker. But I ordered some cushions for the handles.
That's a great idea, Jennifer Ruzic! 👍 Thanks!! 🌺🌼🌸
I have always used Susan Bates because I like the deep hook. I. Tried a Clover and couldn't believe how smooth they glide through the ysrn.. Thanks! I now have a new favorite hook!
I ‘m beggen Crochet I like learn and watched also like the granny squares pattern.
Ran across this video this morning (again). Every crocheter needs a lighted hook! Not only for crocheting at night, if need be, but they make a great "flashlight" in case of emergency! :) I've carried one in my purse for years!
Great idea, Mellody M! 👍 Thank you!! 🌺🌼🌸
Hello! At 9:08, you mentioned that your friend brought back the 5mm hook from Singapore. I’m from Singapore and I have that exact hook too! It’s from a shop called Daiso and everything there is priced at $2. For that price, the Daiso hooks are really worth it! I have had these for more than 2 years already and they’re still in really great condition!
Oh thank you so much, Cecilia Anne Wong! Any chance you can recommend an online store to buy Clover hooks?
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I bought the Damero case through your link Christa. I really love it but I did get out my seam ripper to fit in my large Clover hooks. Great suggestions suggestion. They fit in nicely now!
Omg I love the idea of the heart applicca for the needles!! I love that! Thanks
I use to love Susan bates inline hooks till clover amour entered my life. They never split my yarn, the handles are comfortable, they don't hurt my thumb, or make my hand tired.
Riiiight? And "affordable" compared to the "luxury hooks". SO worth it! xx
I use the lighted hooks for crocheting with when we go on a trip in the car. While my husband drives at night I can still work on my project. It does not bother him. Love them.
Thank you for all the information!great video, i know now what too go for ,bless you for that ,Glover and Tulip is the way too go for me, as i need hooks that will speed up what I’m crocheting 🥰
Awesome! Go for it, Karen Grainger-Allen!! It is SO worth it. xx
I just found your channel. Creative Grandma recommended you. I love crochet hooks too. I have several sets just because I liked them. I also love pretty scissors.
Awe! Thank you so much, Kathy Welch! So glad you joined us! xx
Hey Christa, thanks for the information on hooks. I didn't realize that there are so many different types, guess I've been under a rock. I do have Clover hooks, but they are called Soft Touch which I use most of the time -- they glide well thru the yarn, however, I haven't found a hook that I like yet for cotton #4 weight. I was thinking when you were filming in the closet, wouldn't it be funny if Dad came and ask the kids "where's Mom" and they answer, "oh she's in the closet crocheting." I purchased on Amazon a Beam n Read which is wonderful for crocheting dark colored yarns even if I'm not in the closet. ha ha
I appreciate the fact that you don't want to say anything bad about Furls.
They are touted as 'ergonomic' but when I look at them I don't really see how the can be for pencil holding crocheters. 😕
I can for knife style though.
Great video, thanks a bunch!
Great chat, I have tried many types of crochet hooks, one day I bought a rose tulip hook and had to get the set, was only hook I could crochet for hours and not gets sore hands or wrists, I also bought the set of grey tulip hooks, I love them so much, I bought one furl hook, but never again.. as I live in Australia the exchange rate and postage for one hook all up cost me $80 ugh I have to say I find the tulips better than the furl..take care.. Colleen
mermie353 Yes!! #Teamtulipforever #pinktulips
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The lighted set I purchased, is rechargable, which is amazing. However the handle is the piece that you charge. The tip is changeable. I purchased the set on Amazon, they come in different colors, all in a case. I find the tips sometimes come loose, which can be a pain. But, I love the rechargable aspect.
You really help me on Tuesday night for Shein books and you described and showed how good they work thank you very much God bless you
Oh I am so glad you like it, Sylvia Olivo! Thank you!! xx
Thank you so much you are a joy to learn from I just decided to learn crocheting because winter is boring but mainly because about five years ago I was gifted the most beautiful scarf of multiple colors and yarn and wow I get so many compliments on my favorite scarf I decided I want to be able to give a gift like that. So here I am lucky again because I found you so now I'm a new subscriber to your channel and on to binge watch more of your videos I'm so glad I found you your energy and enthusiasm make me happy and ready to learn. Truly appreciate your knowledge and experience but most of all your love of crocheting is inspiring and well, I'm hooked, From Georgia, Cathy
Hi, cattycombs baby!! So glad you joined us! Nice to meet you! Hugs! xx
I purchased a set of light-up hooks for a friend and a set for myself. My friend uses them all the time because she likes the handles; I’m afraid the hooks will snap so I haven’t used them much.
The Edge-It hooks come two in a set; the sharp one is for punching through fabric, and the other is for crocheting after the foundation row has been completed. My hands get abused when I make edgings, but I love having a bit of lace on a kitchen towel or cloth for baby.
I have a set of Knit Picks ergonomic hooks that I love. At $10 for 9 hooks, it’s pretty reasonable. I have the Clover Amour steel hooks, but I only use the 2 biggest hooks in that set. The smaller ones are ideal for crocheting with sewing thread, so if I ever pick that hobby up, I’m good.
I have one Furls knock-off. It is fun to use but I have to twist it an unusual way. I mostly just use it when I want to feel like a Queen, not when I’m trying to make progress.
I thought the light up hooks were sort of fragile myself, but after having them for a while and using them for I have found that they are not as fragile as they seem or look. I do like them for dark yarn.
I only have 2 clover hooks. I have the large size I’m using the M/N 9.00 mm while I’m watching your video. I’m working with size 6 super bulky yarn so this Size hook or larger was required for this particular product that I am working on. I also have the 10.00mm. I absolutely love them. I have every intention of buying the whole set a standard size hooks. These hooks glide like a charm.
They sure do!
I have way too many hooks mainly because I NEED my hook color to coordinate with my yarn. Yes, I know it shouldn't matter. Thank you for the suggestions. I hope that woman sees your video and brings your hook back.
My favorite hooks that I use the most are the Clover and the Tulip hooks. I love, love, love all of my Clovers and Tulips. I really want to get some of the Furls hooks. I told my sister that Christmas is coming. LOL! My favorites WERE the Susan Bates Bamboo handled hooks until i found the Clovers. I still like using them in cases where I need to put a lot of yarnovers on the hook for one stitch pattern.
You can get a 3mm Clover. I’m using one at the moment with sock yarn. The handle is orange. I bought it as a single.
i have found that i can use a sport wrap around my needles with out getting the sticky and it makes them easier to use
I absolutely prefer the aluminum or wood carved , squared off style of Susan Bates. The Boyle style of a pointed hog drives me insane! I’ve only found one other brand of the style that Susan Bates made popular. I don’t even remember the brand because it’s one that’s carved of wood.
The metal hooks were my first set also. Love ergonomic hooks. Husband bought me a set of light up hooks from Amazon. It came in a case with a USB recharge cord, but it has interchangeable heads. I normally keep the 6 mm head on it though. I love them when working with dark yarn. Recently purchased a Clover 8mm for bulky hats.
I love the little heart for the needles. Very cute, thank you.
I'm with your students on the tulips! Not only are they slightly more smooth than the amour hooks but the thumb rest is EVERYTHING! LOL
The colors are cute in the amour set (I have a set) and I keep them as a backup (they are collecting dust) for a project where I need to crochet more tightly (they have more tapered, smaller heads, I think).
But my thumb starts cramping after awhile with the clovers because, without the lowered position for the thumb, it isn't as natural/ergonomic a position for the hand.
But I have the tulip rose set, plus a mini set and some individual hooks (plus now a gray set too) and I ADORE pink (and the case is GORGEOUS!). I'd rather have pink ombre than miscellaneous colors (although those looks cute sitting in my jar). The rose set does use different shades of pink for the different sizes. But they are well marked so I don't worry about that. Meanwhile, the super pricey furls hooks have practically illegible markings.
I DO love the larger (7mm and up) clover amour hooks. That's all I will use (until that glorious, blessed day when tulip makes larger hooks) for large hooks.
But after long crochet hooks I still notice the difference with those awful flat sections on the clover handle. It's all about the thumb dent.
Tulip doesn't even know that I am their unofficial brand rep. LOL
I've converted my two best crochet buddies to tulip (and large clover amour) and they won't use anything else (like me). I've converted many other people as well.
I think the only ones, so far, who haven't gone on to love them were long-time Bates users who are used to that extremely deep cut in the hook.
Thanks so much for sharing, vegangelist! That is wonderful! xx
Tulip now has 3 large hooks on Amazon 10mm, 12mm, and 15mm. I LOVE my tulips too and just found out about the big ones and ordered them - can't wait for them to get here!!
My favorite crochet hooks are Clover Amour. They rock!
Me too Erica! xx!
Hooks! I have so many different hooks, i tried so many... Plastic, wooden, bambo, metall with and without soft grips.
But i was never really satisfied and then i got my tulip. Its just love!
So, what clover is to you, my tulip are for me. :) I hope i get the pink set for birthday, i have the gold/grey set and really cant use any other hooks anymore.
Oh, i do have a 7 and 8 mm Tulip, but mine look totally different. More metallic color and they do have 2 flat sites, dont look or feel like a pencil. Maybe your hooks are a bit older and they improved it?
Thank you Christa, I have now ordered the large Stanwood and love it. I also am waiting on the hook bag, full set of Clover hooks, vintage scissors, stitch markers and the complete book of stitches. I did purchase and have look at The Complete Book of Crochet Bordee Designs. I just love hearing what you have to say about all the products you use.😊💖👍
I Love my lite up hooks especially for when my kids are at practice and I have to wait in the car in the dark for them to get done. I can crochet in the car in dark and occupy myself. ♥️
Just finished first project with amour hook. What a delight. Didn't believe it could make such a difference. Keeping them in my purple Damero case. Thank you for the helpful reviews. Now I need to get the larger one so I can make the Ruana poncho.
I am with you ... Clovers are a must .. they are my new go to fav hook .. they helped me finish that shawl in no time at all!!! Before he clovers I was using a fairly cheap ergonomic set that I like but now Clover has taken my heart. I had never heard of those edge it hooks I just use my rotary cutter to put the holes in the fabric then crochet through LOL ...
My favorite hooks are the Tulip and a hot second are the Clovers! They're both really comfortable for me! Thanks for the video!
The lovely sofa behind you is beautiful and amazing. I have 5 little crocheters and all those hook wow we share 3
Thanks. Perfect timing. I was just looking into buying some crochet hooks. This helped me make a better decision. Great video! Thanks again, Janet.
I have seen these on Amazon now for about five years now and always wanted to get a "G" or "H" since I use these sizes most often....But I had to stop working in 2012 to care for my ill husband full time and had more time to crochet..however due to repetitive use of my fingers from work I have an awful dose of "trigger finger" in my middle right hand finger.It "locks" up in a semi closed state and I have to manually open it into a normal position.It may seem like a minor thing but it is a hindrance to so many things to do with everyday life,and surgery is possible to help but just not a priority at present.I do think just getting one or two ergonomic hooks would make things less taxing and I plan to get at least one asap.I do have a tip (from my dear mother in law who was my patient crochet mentor!)...Starting out in the mid 70's learning all we had were aluminum or steel hooks and the way the acrylic yarns bristled and "grated" on the metal always made me cringe.She suggested I keep a small bag filled with cornstarch in a container to use to regularly dust over my palms and on the aluminum hook lightly as needed for smooth movement and easy slide,which helps your speed too.Not so much that it gums on your work either though,but it will wash away.Im looking forward to enjoying my crochet and solving these hurdles! Thanks!
One can never have enough crochet hooks! 😁
I have ordered some new after seeing your video. I have some UFOs and always put the crochet hook on it, so l know even in a half year, which hook I used.
I used to use Susan Bates but I bought a N/P 10 Clover and it is AMAZING!! I LOVE IT, especially for my Bernat Bulky yarn. Although for the full set costs $80+. So I have bought the individual ones. It is definitely cool hook!! I do use the light up crochet hooks while camping/night fishing. It works really well too.
That's awesome, sweethaven5! THANK YOU! 🌸👍🌺
Thanks for the information. My crochet is a handed down skill and so are my hooks. I love using my mother's Boye and seeing the wear on them. Your video is helping me consider the ergonomic hooks
Great review. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I normally use either Susan Bates or Boye but I do have a Clover Amour hook that I love. I think it’s a Q. I plan on getting more of those. I’m not crazy about the ergonomical ones. I’ve been crocheting off and on for over 50 years so I’m used to my metal hooks. I would like to get one that lights up so I can crochet in the car! With regard to Furls I’ve never used them and wouldn’t spend the money. Way too expensive for my taste. That being said, the sky’s the limit when it comes to my Knitting needles. Well within reason lol. I am much pickier with Knitting needles. I have no trouble with my metal crochet hooks so except for the Amour that’s what I use although I have a couple with the ergonomic handle. I bought them when I didn’t want or need to buy a whole set. Thanks for the tip about buying the Clover Amour separately!
I really like the Amour hooks, just because my hands sweat a little when I crochet so the bare aluminum hooks slide around in my hands a lot after working for a while. It got bad enough that I would switch the hand I held the hook in every half hour or so to give the other a break.
Thank you for your video. It helped me to understand the differences in these. I never knew of tulip brand. I currently like Susan Bates because the hook is in line with the shaft, but I would like to try clover. I noticed there is a gold hook set by clover called soft touch. I was thinking about trying that and one that was silver.
Hi, I really like my light up hooks I only have two but they come in handy when I don't want the lights on at night.
Absolutely! xx
To each their own,Love my tulip hooks and wouldn't trade them for any other hooks( not even the clovers).
That's awesome, Georgia Butka! Thank you!! 🌸👍🌺
Loved this video..It was so much fun..and I had to smile..IK ‘Zune’s I giggled a time or two....as you brought out set after set...
I stick with my humble Sikvatibe and Luvox Susan Bates hooks.. No fancy handles for me.. But I have very small hands.
Thanks for the light show? .
Sandy from Cincinnati
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April 22, 2020
Well.. I gave in, and bought a Clover Amour...an H-8...
I fell in love with that hook, and now own seven of them. I bought them one or two at a time. My Susan Bates hooks have been retired😊.
Amazon often sells the Clover Amours at very low prices..
Oh I am so glad you enjoyed it!!! :D xx
Just in time! I'm planning to buy crochet hooks. Thank you for reviews, makes it easy to decide now. I'll get the clovers and tulip, and I need to save money for them first. 😂
Crista I really love that Afghan over that couch. It is very very pretty. That must have taken a long time to make.
Ohhhh I need to do a "my hook history" video! There is just so much to talk about ...it seems simple until you are half way through a big project on a hook you don't love. I am a clover/boye hooker with a new found addiction to Tulips. LOL
Wow. What a fantastic give away.
Thank you.