Been crocheting 40+ years but I've learned soooo much from younger folks on the Internet! ♥♥♥ Here's how I'm using these new concepts: I'm holding two size 2 yarns together and using a 10 mm crochet hook to make shawls using the V-stitch! So quick to make! The permutations are endless!
Ah! I love that you are embracing different techniques! I love anything that whips up quickly for sure! There is something to be said for detailed and labor intensive, but fast is so gratifying! haha
I love how you took the time to give us such detailed explanations. Thank you - just know that your effort was appreciated and helped us decide which hook to use in a pattern. 😊
Thank you so much for the feedback! It is very nice to be appreciated, so really, thank you for taking the time to comment! 🥰 And you're so welcome! That's why I do it!
thanks for giving the answer upfront [and the caveats as well]. i'm wanting to try crocheting with cotton thread but using a larger than recommended hook; maybe a 4.5mm. your vid gave me the confirmation that it's a nice experiment to try out!
what about when a pattern calls for a #4 yarn but you have a #5 size yarn and the crochet recommended sizes are different but you want the same end result? would you follow the hook size on the pattern or on the yarn itself?
If you are going up in yarn thickness, you will need to go down in hook size from what is called for in the pattern to get the same sized project. This will likely be a much smaller hook than is recommended for the yarn. This will result in a tighter fabric without the same drape as the original pattern called for. The result will not be the same as the original even it is is the same size at the end. But if the drape of the fabric does not matter much for the item you are making, then it would be okay.
Thanks so much for this information - both here and on your blog!! I've been wondering this FOREVER! Great explanation and how you can use it to your advantage. I was looking to see if I would have enough yarn for a project I want to make a certain size and I wanted to go up a hook size. This helped immensely! Thanks again.
The answer depends on a few things 1. If you wondering which is easier, it depends on your natural tendencies when it comes to tension (e.g. if you typically crochet tightly choose the larger hook and go with what is natural) 2. Using a looser tension is "better" on your hands in terms of risk of overuse injury 3. If you are looking at function, it would depend on the item. I like my baby blankets to have tighter stitches so fingers don't get caught/twisted. For scarves I like looser so they flow/wrap easier I hope this answered your question! The infamous "It depends." 😃
Been crocheting 40+ years but I've learned soooo much from younger folks on the Internet! ♥♥♥
Here's how I'm using these new concepts:
I'm holding two size 2 yarns together and using a 10 mm crochet hook to make shawls using the V-stitch!
So quick to make! The permutations are endless!
Ah! I love that you are embracing different techniques! I love anything that whips up quickly for sure! There is something to be said for detailed and labor intensive, but fast is so gratifying! haha
I love how you took the time to give us such detailed explanations. Thank you - just know that your effort was appreciated and helped us decide which hook to use in a pattern. 😊
Thank you so much for the feedback! It is very nice to be appreciated, so really, thank you for taking the time to comment! 🥰
And you're so welcome! That's why I do it!
Fab. You answered the question i was asking myself perfectly. Thank you so much
Awesome! I'm glad it was helpful! Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback. It is much appreciated!
thanks for giving the answer upfront [and the caveats as well].
i'm wanting to try crocheting with cotton thread but using a larger than recommended hook; maybe a 4.5mm. your vid gave me the confirmation that it's a nice experiment to try out!
You're welcome! I'm glad you found the information useful too! :D
You're video was very helpful and easy to understand. Thank you 👍
You're welcome! Thank you for the feedback!
Thank you I learned something new. I love the stitch pattern you used. What is the name of the pattern?
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This is actually just single crochet worked in rows. 😁 I love the way it looks too! Very classic.
Thanks bestie, was debating on what hook to use for a snood I'm making. I'll go with a bigger hook because my project is 2.5m long!
Awesome! I'm glad the video was helpful for you! Thank you for taking time to leave a comment 😁
Really helpful! Thanks!
what about when a pattern calls for a #4 yarn but you have a #5 size yarn and the crochet recommended sizes are different but you want the same end result? would you follow the hook size on the pattern or on the yarn itself?
If you are going up in yarn thickness, you will need to go down in hook size from what is called for in the pattern to get the same sized project. This will likely be a much smaller hook than is recommended for the yarn.
This will result in a tighter fabric without the same drape as the original pattern called for. The result will not be the same as the original even it is is the same size at the end. But if the drape of the fabric does not matter much for the item you are making, then it would be okay.
thank you for this!😊
Thank you ❤
You're welcome 😊 Thank you for taking the time to comment!
Great tip. Thank you, this is very helpful to kbow.
You're welcome! Thanks for watching! 😄
Thanks so much for this information - both here and on your blog!! I've been wondering this FOREVER! Great explanation and how you can use it to your advantage. I was looking to see if I would have enough yarn for a project I want to make a certain size and I wanted to go up a hook size. This helped immensely! Thanks again.
I am so glad the information was helpful! You are so welcome! I love being able to answer questions that aren't fully answered elsewhere :)
Thanks a lot ❤❤
You're welcome! Thanks for the comment :D
Which is better, using a smaller hook with loose stitches or using a larger hook with tighter stitches? That is if I'm trying to have the same size
The answer depends on a few things
1. If you wondering which is easier, it depends on your natural tendencies when it comes to tension (e.g. if you typically crochet tightly choose the larger hook and go with what is natural)
2. Using a looser tension is "better" on your hands in terms of risk of overuse injury
3. If you are looking at function, it would depend on the item. I like my baby blankets to have tighter stitches so fingers don't get caught/twisted. For scarves I like looser so they flow/wrap easier
I hope this answered your question! The infamous "It depends." 😃