Hi Toni, two things about the knitpro hooks, that may be of interest for people: firstly knitpro cords are cross compatible with all of their products (knitting needles, etc), and with knitter's pride and knitpick products; secondly, knitter's pride has also swivel cords (that can rotate independently from the hook) in the "mindful" line of products that is already available in the US and should be available next spring in the EU (under knitpro, I think)
You asked about other tapered Tunisian hook sets besides the Addis. Pony make two sets with tapered, anodized aluminum hooks, the Pony Chroma and Pony Complete sets. The Pony Chroma sets contain seven hooks sizes 3.0mm, 3.5mm, 4.0mm, 4.5mm, 5.0mm, 5.5mm, and 6.0mm, plus cables, connectors, and end stops. The Pony Complete sets contain two each of both hooks and knitting needle tips in sizes 3.5mm, 4.0mm, 4.5mm, 5.0mm, and 6.0mm, plus cables, connectors, end stops, and a row counter that screws on between the cable and the end stop. Oddly, the Pony Complete sets are not compatible with the Pony Chroma sets or any of the other Pony IC needles and cables. The Pony Colour hooks (in the Chroma sets) are also available separately.
I got my Denise set for $30 and they were perfect for learning with!! I loved that they didn't screw on like other hooks which meant they didn't require a key (cause I lose them... lol)
I find the ones with the T key to be a nussance. I had the ChiaGoo lace for knitting and I thought it was cool that they had the key and the set was gorgeous but as you knit the needles (or at least this happened to me) spin and when they spin they unlock and when it unlocks you will have loops on the needle and then you have to stop place the loops that fell off ,back on and lock with the kep. This happened so many times -This bugged me.I wanted to tell ChiaGoo so they could fix it on they're next set but no way to get them.Left messages but they don't write. I Loved the metal and tthe chords if they ever make them like the Denise or Micheals set I will buy them - I love the look of the New Micheals set. I need to get that coupon. So just as a warning the screw on ones are the better and if they ever make the ChiaGoo for Tunisian (or i you knit also- it is worth your weight in gold. But if Micheals makes these in metat the chiord look even thinner than the chiaGoo I think that is an excellent set.
Your videos are so much fun to just watch, as I learn your techniques. I'm 71, taught myself to crochet when I was in my 20's but hadn't done it for the last twenty years (life happened...). I can make things but not the amazing things like you do - yet! All in all, I get to experience all those lucious yarns, vicariously, through your videos. Really enjoy your personality and the way you make your videos. P.S.: Made 3 hooded scarves for Christmas and birthday gifts during 2021/2022, thanks to you. My girls love 'em. Tunesian is next on my learning sgenda. Love all of it.
Want to truly spit your coffee? Look at the Tulip IC sets. I have all the ones mentioned here (except the first set) and recently invested in the Tulips. I use them more than even my prized Chiaogoo set now... Swivel cords, no tightening key required, cute case, nice finish AND they come with the coveted 7mm. But sit down before you check the price. ;) Love your videos, books, patterns- all of the above.
Thank you Toni. My husband purchased your beautiful Tunisian Crochet handbook for me as a Christmas present. I got it yesterday in the Mail.It’s a beautiful book and so informative. I looked at it for hours yesterday, the projects are gorgeous and I just love the photos and photo tutorials. The book is everything you need to get going with Tunisian Crochet. Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Toni 😘
Hello, not my first time here…but was looking for good Tunisian hooks, so I immediately came to you. Then, I also researched a few other opinions and decided for myself, what I wanted for my hooks. I also have the Denise set…and they fit my freakishly small hands…but I don’t like the cables. They are stiff and they don’t move, so to me, they are awkward. I ended up with the Addi Click set. I have one of the Addi hooks I bought a long time ago…it was my go-to hook. I have the gold speckled regular crochet hook, in 7 mm. I found this video to be very helpful to me, as for what I wanted my Tunisian hooks to do. Thank you, for making videos like this one. BTW, in February, 2023, on Amazon, the last set you talk about, is on sale for 56% off…and are less than $75. Just a FYI, for anyone else looking for the hooks you mention in this video.
I have the Denise and Love to craft plastic hook sets, and they come apart when I crochet. And the plastic tube cords are a bit unweildy. I too am Susan Bates all the way! I was getting ready to get a Chiaogoo set as I have there knitting needles set. But when I saw the Clover sets with cords the rotate! Bingo I put them in my cart. As of May 2022 they are 84 dollars and change. Thanks for making such informative and fun videos. I started Tunisian crochet after watching your channel.
I was looking for over an hour then I found this video. I was actually looking at the first set you recommended for beginners and the second set you recommended. I love to crochet and am pretty much self taught, but from my years of starting projects I have learned NOT to throw $ into something new to me ( especially with my sometimes stiff fingers) I ordered the $20 set and a fine sandpaper along with a crochet organizer bag…. All for under $50
I actually got my tunisian crochet interchangeable set in-store!! I asked at my local yarn store and they recommended me the knitpro ginger set, which i absolutely love! I feel lucky now
Thank you for making this video, there is not many videos on Tunisian crochet hooks so this video is going to help many of us decide the best set or type of us.
Thank you, Toni!!! I’ve had the Denise set for years and never opened them!!! Just starting to become obsessed with Tunisian Crochet & loving that ChiaGoo had a set! They are my go to knitting needles so excited that they have hooks too!!!
My husband gifted me with the Knitters Pride, 24k gold set, a few months ago and I’ve been using them daily on Christmas gifts. I had them in my carry-on yarn bag when we went out of state to celebrate my father’s 80th bday. They were there going into security, my bag was dumped and looked through at security. When we got home, they were gone. I’m still stressed and to the point of tears. Why my Tunisian hooks?! Like you said, the least used tool. Money is extremely tight so the gift was Amazing. Sadly I’m mid-projects and can’t replace them. However, I loved them and highly recommend. You are right in the odd direction the hook gets turned at times, but it wasn’t bad enough for me not to love them. Thanks for your videos! I’ve been a fan for a while now. My son who’s in college and a knitter told me he’s ready to learn to crochet. I sent him a link to you and he texted right back that he’d found you himself and was enjoying your beginner videos!
Love your videos! My favourite hook was a sizeless dowel stick with a wooden knob at the one end as stopper, a hook that was cut back fairly deeply anthat had a more conelike end. It was sanded, sealed and varnished. I accidentally broke the hook once and it repaired beautifully with fibreglass tape and resin. I made a Lot of bulky knit beadpreads with that hook. 30 stitches, 30 rows per block, and crocheted together with a border. I miss that hook! I prefer quality bamboo or plastic hooks now. Tapered, but plastic hooks break under heavier work, so metal seems right. So far I havent found interchangeable or long string hooks that dont catch on the yarn where the cord joins to the hook.
Found your channel via TH-cam algorithm recommendations 😊. Subbed immediately. I love your teaching style and can’t wait to get started as a newbie. Blessings to you!
I think I will be getting the clover set! Thanks Toni! Cant wait to get your signed book! I still havent gotten it and pre-paid for it the first day I could! hmmm...Hugs!
I got some of the knit pal double ended tunisian hooks, but I got them too long. I'm going to have to get a shorter set. It did come with a small fingernail type file. That is nice. I also purchased a set of Luvix hooks, 23 piece, with both metal and bamboo hooks. The metal hooks are the extra long ones with a cap permanently attached to the end. Sometimes I get annoyed with that because the end gets in my way. The bamboo ones are attached to their own cords and I love them. Now I'm going to start researching some of these interchangeable hooks. Thank you for sharing your experience Toni 💖
I have the Knitters Pride Tunisian hooks and I really like them, but it makes me wish I had gotten the Chiaogoo ones because the cords from Chiaogoo are amazing!
Oh my, I want that Clover Takumi set! I have the Denise set and I'm feeling it's time to add something a little more special. I'll be watching for that 50% off coupon from Michaels! Thanks for the info, Toni. It's always so appreciated. (*I haven't made any of the new designs from your amazing book yet, but I think I'm going to start with the Oxford floor pouf.... so beautiful!)
As someone who owns this set along with the interchangeable knitting needles set by the same brand, I highly recommend these!! They’re my favorite bamboo hooks/needles for sure.
My partner got me the Clover Takumi set for Christmas last year and I know that I'm getting your new book this Christmas so I'll be all set to go!! I've been using the hooks for regular crochet projects as well and absolutely love them. Always a pleasure to see a new TLYC video!!
Hi Toni , love watching your tutorials. Ive been crocheting for many years (30+) but Im very keen to try Tunisian Crocheting. Ive got my birthday in December and have said to my husband you can get me a set of these pleaasssse lol. Love all your patterns. So glad you Love Acorn TV they have some awesome UK series, and as an Australian I totally recommend for you to watch Mystery Road its a great series the main actor is Aaron Pedersen he is a fantastic Indigenous actor.
Hello Toni, I think I’ll get the Clover set and thanks for the reminder with the 50% off coupon. You are so inspiring when you speak of all your various products and tools that we can use to make the products; you make me feel that I can actually do Tunisian crochet. Thanks and happy holidays 😊🎄🎁
Just started learning how to crochet. Aside from the amazing information you provide on your channel, your presentation is absolutely top notch! Subscribed! (AND got your book!)
Thank You Ms Toni! I have been subscribing to Acorn for 4 years and agree with You completely, great shows and actors. Plus Your Intel on Tunisian crochet hooks is much appreciated🎉💖☕ 🧶🌹🌿
I have small hands, so actually may try the Dennis set. But I'm not brave enough to start with a whole set, as I immediately broke my first Tunisian Crochet Hook. Although it was from my favorite brand, and I trust them, but I think wood and bamboo is not my cup of tea, as I've very tight crochet style. Thank you for this video, Toni!
Treated myself to a Happy Birthmas gift 🎁 from DyakCraft Tunisian hooks. They are gorgeous and perfectly pointed just enough to handle any size yarn. I like that they are handmade by a husband and wife team that also craft with yarn and fabric. The customer service is spectacular.
I love you and your videos!! I was so happy to find you had a video on tunisian crochet hook sets when I was searching for reviews. I'm looking for a new set because I got an unpolished set by ignorance and the yarn does not slide at all and snags all of my yarn! I been eyeing that clover set and this video just sold me on it! Much love and blessings to you!
After watching your video and after days of scouring the websites for Tunisian crochet hooks, I decided to take the plunge and purchase the Clover hook set. I found it on Amazon for just under 100.00. OMG! What a game changer. The set is so worth it. I love the smooth feel in my hands and the smoothness it provides when working the Tunisian stitches. Love the ease of the attachments and not having to deal with twisting and constantly readjusting the project on the needle. I am so recommending to anyone that has reservations !!! Thank you and BTW, love the videos.
Fantastically informative. I'm a Chiaogoo knitting needle lover and just starting my Tunisian journey. Thank you for the help in choosing the best needles!
I love crochet for the hippie look and I find it faster than knitting. I love fingering weight garments but it takes so long to knit with. On the other hand it looks great in crochet.
I actually purchased the Denise set recently and I love them! I think they work great for me thought, because I have very small hands, so the shorter hooks work great for me :)
I just ordered the clover set and your book since Amazon recommended it. Figured I’d been wanting it and it would go great with a full set of hooks. I was able to get the set for $69 feels like a steal after watching this
Toni, I agree with you about the cords. I knit and crochet, and I love Susan Bates hooks. However, the only reason I switched from Susan Bates circular needles to a couple of other brands was the cords. I find the Susan Bates circs a bit stiffer than others such as Addi and Chiagoo. I haven’t yet used a hook with a cord, but when I do, I definitely want nicer cords on my hooks.
Thank you Toni! I recently ordered your book and received it this week. It’s just fantastic and I can’t wait to make some of the new patterns you included. It is well organized and beautifully written as well. I own a Tulip Tunisian hook set so I plan to use it with my projects. By the way, I have been an Acorn subscriber for several years now and it is my favourite channel by far. 😀. Thanks so much for this very informative video!
Hi Toni, from England. (Ye olde England, not the ‘new’ one 😉). I just want to tell you how much I enjoy your tutorials. They are always clear and concise and…welcoming. Strange word to use but what I mean is I never feel patronised or feel like an “outsider”, if that makes sense? Your happy face and cheeky sense of humour always make me smile. So thank you!
Thanks to my Cajun grandma, I've been crocheting since I was, like, six. It has only been in the last year that I discovered tunisian crochet. And, because I do nothing the easy way, I immediately took on a larger project and got around it by "making" a tunisian crochet hook by using a regular hook and a wire wrapped in tape. It worked, but I just have to admit to myself Maybe It's A Good Idea To Buy The Right Tool For The Job. Thank you so much for this video to help me with that!
Thank you so much for this video, I've been on the look-out for new hooks - the first set I purchased is just a pain. I love your channel so much, you explain things so well and make fiber arts that much more fun! ❤️
Toni was my gateway into Tunisian crotchet. I started off with a real cheap aluminum set from Walmart and yesterday purchased a Clover set yesterday for an early birthday gift to myself. I’m currently working on dish cloths sets I’m going to give to family and friends as a Kwanzaa gift!
Tysm I've been asking about a nice tunisian hook set at a reasonable price. I just ordered my book and I need a nice set other than the metal set is necessary for me to be able to learn and enjoy the learning process. Much love girl. Be blessed
I bought the latern moon bequest set after buying a set that was cheaper, tore through my wool and was rough as guts even after sandpapering. You definitely get what you pay for.
I started out with the bamboo set with plastic tubing via Amazon for less than $25 Canadian. Yes, they are a bit rough but someone suggested waxed paper as well and that did the trick. I may sand them + apply a few coats of spray varnish to get them smoother. Need to get a few more Tunisian crochet project ideas (hint hint hubby to buy Toni's book) and then the clover set would be on next year's wish list. I love all of my clover products - knitting needles, interchangeable knitting needle set, amour hooks and tapestry needles so the Tunisian set would complete the family. Thanks for the review and enjoy the holiday season, Toni.
So I've bought the handbook cuz I've been wanting to try Tunisian crochet for a while I've srsly been interested. All thanks to you tho.And wanted to check if it was my thing and yea I love it acc to the handbook! But not kidding I was srsly having trouble finding hooks. Thanks a TONN for this video!
i got the denise tunisian crochet hook set ages ago after seeing it on your channel and i Love them so much !! they have my favorite cable locking method ive seen on any sort of interchangable yarn tool and the little case they come in is cute and keeps me from losing them :D that being said, they are a little too short to use on their own! i always just put one of the really short cables in the end if im using them for a non-tunisian or small tunisian project and that works fine 💖 when i decided to get into knitting, i grabbed a cheap interchangeable set off amazon just to make sure i gave it a fair shot and knew if i wanted to stick with it and the moment i decided i was in, i jumped back over to denise and got an interchangeable knitting needles set 💖
After watching this I looked up interchangeable Tunisian crochet hooks on Amazon and got the Clover set for 57% off! Only $60 and I’m so excited to get them and give them a try!
I purchasedd the set from KnitPal and love them. Because my tension seems to vary depending on the stitch, having a set allowed me to change the hook size readily. Personally, I don't care if the cable rotates as I have yet to find a need for it and I have now done a lapghan with 12 different Tunisian stitches, Toni's gingham baby blanket (came out beautifully), and am working on a twin size gingham blanket and it hasn't mattered if the cable rotated or not.
Hello, this is not about Tunisian crochet but prym crochet hooks. You recommended them in a previous video. I bought them that day. Those hooks feel so good. It grabs the yarn wonderfully. I am going to invest in the smaller sizes as well as the larger. I bought the set that you showed us 3.5 to 6.0. Thank you for your review.
I just wanted to mention that I picked up an awesome set on Amazon for 25.99, free shipping with prime. The corded hooks are a fixed cord, but are bamboo and super smooth, and the uncorded hooks are aluminum. The hooks go from 2.0mm to 8mm, at .5 mm increments up until 6mm when it goes to 1mm increments. Same with the corded bamboo. The aluminum hooks have even helped me with my home renovations, so they are multipurpose!
I had a set like the first Amazon ones that you showed. I got mine from Ebay. I threw them out this morning because I hadn't used them for a long time and the cords had started to deteriorate and get sticky. This video was helpful to look for another set.
I absolutely love my Lykke Tunisian crochet hook set. They are pricey though! Like $140 for the set.. but they are the best Tunisian hooks I have ever used. They are the smoothest hook ever and the cut of the hook head is perfect. It comes in a beautiful case with all the cables, stoppers, extenders and keys.
I purchased some individual Chia-goo (excuse the misspelling) hooks with the cords from Etsy very inexpensive, brand new! I paid $5.00 for one hook and $7.00 for the other, not bad prices at all. Loved the review, very detailed. I also purchased the regular Boye long length hooks for Tunisian crochet, I’m ready now Teacher!
Toni, your book arrived this week! So excited to work my 1st Tunisian stitch project. Of course, my 1st thought was "What hook set do I buy.?" I'll check out an inexpensive interchangeable set. But in my past knitting experience, I like working on Clover & Addi needles. Thanks for all the info today.
Watching your videos on Tunisian crochet got me interested in it, and, while I'm not really doing it at the moment, I will. I'm still teaching myself crochet, so it's fun to play with Tunisian as well. I got your beautiful book yesterday, and I'm already trying to decide which one to do first! Thanks for always being such a bright spot in my day. I really just wanted to say how much I appreciate you and your content!
I got the Denise set and YES!! They are a smidge too short! I don't regret buying them because I love the larger sizes and they are smooth but a bit uncomfortable. Good affordable introductory interchangeable hook set though, just wish they were another inch longer...
I have so many vouchers and gift cards from michaels and I’m so ready to use them for those clover hooks, I feel like I’m going to look like an extreme couponer, and I’m SO excited
I got the Clover Takumi set for under $50 with bouns points. Cyber Monday. They still some for $75 but still a great price if don't mind waiting a package.
Woo! Goodness those Chiaogoo sets went fast! I have them on my list now though. Thanks for this, what a fantastic informative video. Reall, exactly what I needed! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you.
I just purchased my first set of bamboo Tunisian hooks with attached cables from Etsy. 12 hooks for $12!!!! I'm armed with yarn and ready to go make! I don't know what I'll make, but I'm ready. 😁
I finally got my very first interchangeable tunisian crochet hook set from hobbii 😊. My boyfriend promised to buy some yarn so i can start making a blanket 😊
First time I've caught you live. Your demos are my GO TO for ANY Tunisian crochet stitches.... I finally cracked the end stitch because if you... Harry Potter scarves will ALL be smooth and straight now. THANK YOU 🌹
After several months of research and buying a fixed set to try I invested in the Chiaogoo interchangeable needles two Christmases ago. For bout a year I have had my eye on the hooks because not only do they have good reviews, they are cross compatible with my needles. I’m hoping I will get them for Christmas but if not I will get them soon after and am so looking forward to learning Tunisian and continuing to experiment with blending knitting and crochet together.
I have 3 different Tunisian crochet hooks. I have a complete set of aluminum single hooks, a decent set of fixed hooks that I use for blankets - bamboo for the hook, and a full set of Denise plastic B-1 US to Q size. I'm saving for a Chiagoo interchangeable. If you also knit, you should be able to use the longer knitting cables for large projects.
Thank you so much for teaching me how to do Tunisian crochet! Ive never been able to crochet or knit, but ive successfully learnt to do Tunisian because of you! Also my copy of the Tunisian crochet handbook arrived on Christmas eve and it is so beautiful Spent an easy couple of hours just going through it. Thanķ you so much from down under in Tasmania Australia! . ❤⚘
Tried some swatches of knit stockinette, Tunisian on a long shank hook and regular crochet with HDC--and with a DK to worsted yarn. Think I'll try the Knitter's Pride set and see how I like using them, working in Tunisian---also bought your book in Kindle since I can view on my 12.9 Ipad Pro. Been following you for awhile and have been tempted to try Tunisian--and now I will.
Hey Toni! I’m just now getting to sit and watch this video (working in healthcare is crazy rn!) And I’m so happy the Clover set made your list!! As a knitter and crocheter, I love the Clover Takumi set since I can use the cables and end caps between my crochet hooks and knitting needles. Plus the spinning cables is a complete game changer. I love your videos so much and enjoy watching them while I work on projects. It’s like stitching with a friend. Sending lots of love! 💖💖
I ordered the Knitters Pride bamboo hooks from Amazon a few days ago for $36.91! I thought they seemed like they would be good for my very first Tunisian hooks, so it was nice to see you recommend them as well! I can’t wait to receive them and get started learning Tunisian crochet! I kept seeing Tunisian projects I really liked so I thought I might as well start learning. Thank you for sharing your knowledge! 💜
I have the Clover set. Iike it. It is well organized & has a lot it comes with. It is also easy to store & is very portable. It is on the pricey side but, as you mentioned Toni, with a 50% off coupon, it makes it more affordable. I got mine discounted & from JoAnn's.
Can you do a crochet hook collection?? Talk about your favorites, show all of yours, I’d love that I’m a hook collector myself with furls being my favorite!
I won big at the casino so I used some of my winnings to buy the Clover set. I had a 40% coupon to get them at Michaels. I also purchased a Knitter's Pride colorful set, so pretty and smooth!
As I'm just starting out, I opted for an inexpensive complete set of 10 inch hooks with the stopper at the end instead of the long cord. The full set cost only $10, allowing me to I actually like tunisian crocheting with minimal monetary investment. I do like it, however, I will continue to use this set before I graduate to the $150 set, which is the best option, in my opinion, as it seems more user friendly (i.e., ease of and less parts for set up, swivel cord). Thank you for the video and providing options for users at all levels and budgets.
Yesss so happy you made this video! Been looking for some good sets for when I start making projects from your book, so I will definitely be saving a lot of these in my wishlist. xD
Mmmmm I saw that Furls Kingsnake... my partner just gave me one as a gift ❤️ I've been looking at the Chiaogoo sets and I'm glad to hear they're definitely worth it. Also THANK GOD someone else also prefers in-line hooks, I'm the odd one out in my circles.
I have both the clover and the chiao goo, I love them both, I just wish there was a hybrid of their cords.....like I want their cords to get together and have a hybrid cord baby because the clover swivels which is great, but he chiao goos won't kink or warp like the regular plastic cords will due to the metal inside them, both are fabulous products.
I tried the knitpal hooks when I first wanted to try Tunisian Crochet. They shredded any yarn I tried to use on them. They definitely needed to be sandpaper. I ended up returning them and getting a $10 metal set (no cords) and a $15 plastic set with fixed cables. The metal set is great. I use them all the time. The plastic set was a good starter set, but knit picks had a 40% off sale and I made my own set of wooden hooks. I prefer metal hooks overall, but I don't make metal interchangeable hook money.
Many thanks to you Toni, You have made me a lover of Tunisian crochet. I don't know how I never tried it before. I'm in the middle of making a scarf on the bias and love how it's turning out. when I finish I will upload a photo of it for you to see. I'm looking forward to your next video.
Agree on the denise hooks. I got them for a really good price, but find them too short for my large hands. I’m looking into finding a different set, so this is perfect! Thank you Toni!
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Hi Toni, two things about the knitpro hooks, that may be of interest for people: firstly knitpro cords are cross compatible with all of their products (knitting needles, etc), and with knitter's pride and knitpick products; secondly, knitter's pride has also swivel cords (that can rotate independently from the hook) in the "mindful" line of products that is already available in the US and should be available next spring in the EU (under knitpro, I think)
You asked about other tapered Tunisian hook sets besides the Addis. Pony make two sets with tapered, anodized aluminum hooks, the Pony Chroma and Pony Complete sets. The Pony Chroma sets contain seven hooks sizes 3.0mm, 3.5mm, 4.0mm, 4.5mm, 5.0mm, 5.5mm, and 6.0mm, plus cables, connectors, and end stops. The Pony Complete sets contain two each of both hooks and knitting needle tips in sizes 3.5mm, 4.0mm, 4.5mm, 5.0mm, and 6.0mm, plus cables, connectors, end stops, and a row counter that screws on between the cable and the end stop. Oddly, the Pony Complete sets are not compatible with the Pony Chroma sets or any of the other Pony IC needles and cables. The Pony Colour hooks (in the Chroma sets) are also available separately.
I got my Denise set for $30 and they were perfect for learning with!! I loved that they didn't screw on like other hooks which meant they didn't require a key (cause I lose them... lol)
I find the ones with the T key to be a nussance. I had the ChiaGoo lace for knitting and I thought it was cool that they had the key and the set was gorgeous but as you knit the needles (or at least this happened to me) spin and when they spin they unlock and when it unlocks you will have loops on the needle and then you have to stop place the loops that fell off ,back on and lock with the kep. This happened so many times -This bugged me.I wanted to tell ChiaGoo so they could fix it on they're next set but no way to get them.Left messages but they don't write. I Loved the metal and tthe chords if they ever make them like the Denise or Micheals set I will buy them - I love the look of the New Micheals set. I need to get that coupon. So just as a warning the screw on ones are the better and if they ever make the ChiaGoo for Tunisian (or i you knit also- it is worth your weight in gold. But if Micheals makes these in metat the chiord look even thinner than the chiaGoo I think that is an excellent set.
Your videos are so much fun to just watch, as I learn your techniques. I'm 71, taught myself to crochet when I was in my 20's but hadn't done it for the last twenty years (life happened...). I can make things but not the amazing things like you do - yet! All in all, I get to experience all those lucious yarns, vicariously, through your videos. Really enjoy your personality and the way you make your videos.
P.S.: Made 3 hooded scarves for Christmas and birthday gifts during 2021/2022, thanks to you. My girls love 'em. Tunesian is next on my learning sgenda. Love all of it.
Want to truly spit your coffee? Look at the Tulip IC sets. I have all the ones mentioned here (except the first set) and recently invested in the Tulips. I use them more than even my prized Chiaogoo set now... Swivel cords, no tightening key required, cute case, nice finish AND they come with the coveted 7mm. But sit down before you check the price. ;) Love your videos, books, patterns- all of the above.
Thank you Toni. My husband purchased your beautiful Tunisian Crochet handbook for me as a Christmas present. I got it yesterday in the Mail.It’s a beautiful book and so informative. I looked at it for hours yesterday, the projects are gorgeous and I just love the photos and photo tutorials. The book is everything you need to get going with Tunisian Crochet. Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Toni 😘
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Hello, not my first time here…but was looking for good Tunisian hooks, so I immediately came to you. Then, I also researched a few other opinions and decided for myself, what I wanted for my hooks. I also have the Denise set…and they fit my freakishly small hands…but I don’t like the cables. They are stiff and they don’t move, so to me, they are awkward. I ended up with the Addi Click set. I have one of the Addi hooks I bought a long time ago…it was my go-to hook. I have the gold speckled regular crochet hook, in 7 mm.
I found this video to be very helpful to me, as for what I wanted my Tunisian hooks to do. Thank you, for making videos like this one.
BTW, in February, 2023, on Amazon, the last set you talk about, is on sale for 56% off…and are less than $75. Just a FYI, for anyone else looking for the hooks you mention in this video.
I live watching your review videos, I don't crochet I knit but there something about how you talk makes me happy, so I watch them all the time
You made me fall in love with this beautiful, underappreciated craft! Thank you for these helpful videos that answer all my questions!
The 🍀 Clover looks like the best set to keep my hands happy. Thanks Toni!
I have the Denise and Love to craft plastic hook sets, and they come apart when I crochet. And the plastic tube cords are a bit unweildy. I too am Susan Bates all the way! I was getting ready to get a Chiaogoo set as I have there knitting needles set. But when I saw the Clover sets with cords the rotate! Bingo I put them in my cart. As of May 2022 they are 84 dollars and change. Thanks for making such informative and fun videos. I started Tunisian crochet after watching your channel.
Love, love, love the Denise hooks. I bought them after I saw your video on them and I don't regret it a bit! Thanks Toni!
I was looking for over an hour then I found this video. I was actually looking at the first set you recommended for beginners and the second set you recommended. I love to crochet and am pretty much self taught, but from my years of starting projects I have learned NOT to throw $ into something new to me ( especially with my sometimes stiff fingers) I ordered the $20 set and a fine sandpaper along with a crochet organizer bag…. All for under $50
I actually got my tunisian crochet interchangeable set in-store!! I asked at my local yarn store and they recommended me the knitpro ginger set, which i absolutely love! I feel lucky now
Thank you for making this video, there is not many videos on Tunisian crochet hooks so this video is going to help many of us decide the best set or type of us.
Thank you, Toni!!! I’ve had the Denise set for years and never opened them!!! Just starting to become obsessed with Tunisian Crochet & loving that ChiaGoo had a set! They are my go to knitting needles so excited that they have hooks too!!!
My husband gifted me with the Knitters Pride, 24k gold set, a few months ago and I’ve been using them daily on Christmas gifts. I had them in my carry-on yarn bag when we went out of state to celebrate my father’s 80th bday. They were there going into security, my bag was dumped and looked through at security. When we got home, they were gone. I’m still stressed and to the point of tears. Why my Tunisian hooks?! Like you said, the least used tool.
Money is extremely tight so the gift was Amazing. Sadly I’m mid-projects and can’t replace them. However, I loved them and highly recommend. You are right in the odd direction the hook gets turned at times, but it wasn’t bad enough for me not to love them.
Thanks for your videos! I’ve been a fan for a while now. My son who’s in college and a knitter told me he’s ready to learn to crochet. I sent him a link to you and he texted right back that he’d found you himself and was enjoying your beginner videos!
Love your videos!
My favourite hook was a sizeless dowel stick with a wooden knob at the one end as stopper, a hook that was cut back fairly deeply anthat had a more conelike end. It was sanded, sealed and varnished. I accidentally broke the hook once and it repaired beautifully with fibreglass tape and resin. I made a Lot of bulky knit beadpreads with that hook. 30 stitches, 30 rows per block, and crocheted together with a border. I miss that hook! I prefer quality bamboo or plastic hooks now. Tapered, but plastic hooks break under heavier work, so metal seems right. So far I havent found interchangeable or long string hooks that dont catch on the yarn where the cord joins to the hook.
Found your channel via TH-cam algorithm recommendations 😊. Subbed immediately. I love your teaching style and can’t wait to get started as a newbie. Blessings to you!
I think I will be getting the clover set! Thanks Toni! Cant wait to get your signed book! I still havent gotten it and pre-paid for it the first day I could! hmmm...Hugs!
I’m currently using the Chiagoo set for a baby blanket and I absolutely love ❤️ how smooth they are.
Good morning, thank you for this video. That was a question I was trying to find an answer to.
I got some of the knit pal double ended tunisian hooks, but I got them too long. I'm going to have to get a shorter set. It did come with a small fingernail type file. That is nice. I also purchased a set of Luvix hooks, 23 piece, with both metal and bamboo hooks. The metal hooks are the extra long ones with a cap permanently attached to the end. Sometimes I get annoyed with that because the end gets in my way. The bamboo ones are attached to their own cords and I love them. Now I'm going to start researching some of these interchangeable hooks. Thank you for sharing your experience Toni 💖
I have the Knitters Pride Tunisian hooks and I really like them, but it makes me wish I had gotten the Chiaogoo ones because the cords from Chiaogoo are amazing!
Oh my, I want that Clover Takumi set! I have the Denise set and I'm feeling it's time to add something a little more special. I'll be watching for that 50% off coupon from Michaels! Thanks for the info, Toni. It's always so appreciated. (*I haven't made any of the new designs from your amazing book yet, but I think I'm going to start with the Oxford floor pouf.... so beautiful!)
I think the 🍀clover set is what I'm looking at too.
As someone who owns this set along with the interchangeable knitting needles set by the same brand, I highly recommend these!! They’re my favorite bamboo hooks/needles for sure.
My partner got me the Clover Takumi set for Christmas last year and I know that I'm getting your new book this Christmas so I'll be all set to go!! I've been using the hooks for regular crochet projects as well and absolutely love them. Always a pleasure to see a new TLYC video!!
Hello. I am Tunisian and I would like to say thank you for making Tunisian crochet known.
Wow, thanks! I love this style of crochet and look forward to sharing so much more content on the topic :-)
Hi Toni , love watching your tutorials. Ive been crocheting for many years (30+) but Im very keen to try Tunisian Crocheting. Ive got my birthday in December and have said to my husband you can get me a set of these pleaasssse lol. Love all your patterns. So glad you Love Acorn TV they have some awesome UK series, and as an Australian I totally recommend for you to watch Mystery Road its a great series the main actor is Aaron Pedersen he is a fantastic Indigenous actor.
I loooovveeee Acorntv and british tv - Doc Martin series is an absolute must watch
Hello Toni,
I think I’ll get the Clover set and thanks for the reminder with the 50% off coupon. You are so inspiring when you speak of all your various products and tools that we can use to make the products; you make me feel that I can actually do Tunisian crochet. Thanks and happy holidays 😊🎄🎁
For me, a cord that can spin on its own is a MUST, so I enjoy the clover set you mentioned last.
Just started learning how to crochet. Aside from the amazing information you provide on your channel, your presentation is absolutely top notch! Subscribed! (AND got your book!)
Thank You Ms Toni! I have been subscribing to Acorn for 4 years and agree with You completely, great shows and actors. Plus Your Intel on Tunisian crochet hooks is much appreciated🎉💖☕ 🧶🌹🌿
I have small hands, so actually may try the Dennis set. But I'm not brave enough to start with a whole set, as I immediately broke my first Tunisian Crochet Hook. Although it was from my favorite brand, and I trust them, but I think wood and bamboo is not my cup of tea, as I've very tight crochet style. Thank you for this video, Toni!
Treated myself to a Happy Birthmas gift 🎁 from DyakCraft Tunisian hooks. They are gorgeous and perfectly pointed just enough to handle any size yarn. I like that they are handmade by a husband and wife team that also craft with yarn and fabric. The customer service is spectacular.
I love you and your videos!! I was so happy to find you had a video on tunisian crochet hook sets when I was searching for reviews. I'm looking for a new set because I got an unpolished set by ignorance and the yarn does not slide at all and snags all of my yarn! I been eyeing that clover set and this video just sold me on it! Much love and blessings to you!
After watching your video and after days of scouring the websites for Tunisian crochet hooks, I decided to take the plunge and purchase the Clover hook set. I found it on Amazon for just under 100.00. OMG! What a game changer. The set is so worth it. I love the smooth feel in my hands and the smoothness it provides when working the Tunisian stitches. Love the ease of the attachments and not having to deal with twisting and constantly readjusting the project on the needle. I am so recommending to anyone that has reservations !!! Thank you and BTW, love the videos.
Fantastically informative. I'm a Chiaogoo knitting needle lover and just starting my Tunisian journey. Thank you for the help in choosing the best needles!
Me too, the use the chiaogoo needle set, but crocheting comes much more easily to me, so i'm thinking of doing Tunisian crochet instead.
I love crochet for the hippie look and I find it faster than knitting. I love fingering weight garments but it takes so long to knit with. On the other hand it looks great in crochet.
I actually purchased the Denise set recently and I love them! I think they work great for me thought, because I have very small hands, so the shorter hooks work great for me :)
I just ordered the clover set and your book since Amazon recommended it. Figured I’d been wanting it and it would go great with a full set of hooks. I was able to get the set for $69 feels like a steal after watching this
Toni, I agree with you about the cords. I knit and crochet, and I love Susan Bates hooks. However, the only reason I switched from Susan Bates circular needles to a couple of other brands was the cords. I find the Susan Bates circs a bit stiffer than others such as Addi and Chiagoo. I haven’t yet used a hook with a cord, but when I do, I definitely want nicer cords on my hooks.
Thank you Toni! I recently ordered your book and received it this week. It’s just fantastic and I can’t wait to make some of the new patterns you included. It is well organized and beautifully written as well. I own a Tulip Tunisian hook set so I plan to use it with my projects. By the way, I have been an Acorn subscriber for several years now and it is my favourite channel by far. 😀. Thanks so much for this very informative video!
I love my Tulips! And I agree completely about Toni’s book!❤️❤️
Hi Toni, from England. (Ye olde England, not the ‘new’ one 😉). I just want to tell you how much I enjoy your tutorials. They are always clear and concise and…welcoming. Strange word to use but what I mean is I never feel patronised or feel like an “outsider”, if that makes sense? Your happy face and cheeky sense of humour always make me smile. So thank you!
Thanks to my Cajun grandma, I've been crocheting since I was, like, six. It has only been in the last year that I discovered tunisian crochet. And, because I do nothing the easy way, I immediately took on a larger project and got around it by "making" a tunisian crochet hook by using a regular hook and a wire wrapped in tape. It worked, but I just have to admit to myself Maybe It's A Good Idea To Buy The Right Tool For The Job. Thank you so much for this video to help me with that!
I bought your book the other day !! Just started in my journey !
Thank you so much for this video, I've been on the look-out for new hooks - the first set I purchased is just a pain.
I love your channel so much, you explain things so well and make fiber arts that much more fun! ❤️
I just started Tunisian crocheting and I’m using my crochet hooks to get me aquatinted with new new style. I’ll get back to you real soon.
Toni was my gateway into Tunisian crotchet. I started off with a real cheap aluminum set from Walmart and yesterday purchased a Clover set yesterday for an early birthday gift to myself.
I’m currently working on dish cloths sets I’m going to give to family and friends as a Kwanzaa gift!
Tysm I've been asking about a nice tunisian hook set at a reasonable price. I just ordered my book and I need a nice set other than the metal set is necessary for me to be able to learn and enjoy the learning process. Much love girl. Be blessed
I bought the latern moon bequest set after buying a set that was cheaper, tore through my wool and was rough as guts even after sandpapering. You definitely get what you pay for.
I started out with the bamboo set with plastic tubing via Amazon for less than $25 Canadian. Yes, they are a bit rough but someone suggested waxed paper as well and that did the trick. I may sand them + apply a few coats of spray varnish to get them smoother. Need to get a few more Tunisian crochet project ideas (hint hint hubby to buy Toni's book) and then the clover set would be on next year's wish list. I love all of my clover products - knitting needles, interchangeable knitting needle set, amour hooks and tapestry needles so the Tunisian set would complete the family. Thanks for the review and enjoy the holiday season, Toni.
So I've bought the handbook cuz I've been wanting to try Tunisian crochet for a while I've srsly been interested. All thanks to you tho.And wanted to check if it was my thing and yea I love it acc to the handbook! But not kidding I was srsly having trouble finding hooks. Thanks a TONN for this video!
i got the denise tunisian crochet hook set ages ago after seeing it on your channel and i Love them so much !! they have my favorite cable locking method ive seen on any sort of interchangable yarn tool and the little case they come in is cute and keeps me from losing them :D that being said, they are a little too short to use on their own! i always just put one of the really short cables in the end if im using them for a non-tunisian or small tunisian project and that works fine 💖 when i decided to get into knitting, i grabbed a cheap interchangeable set off amazon just to make sure i gave it a fair shot and knew if i wanted to stick with it and the moment i decided i was in, i jumped back over to denise and got an interchangeable knitting needles set 💖
It's that a 'Dream Box' behind you? If so, those things can be a crafter's dream, lots of ways to store many different kinds of craft materials.
After watching this I looked up interchangeable Tunisian crochet hooks on Amazon and got the Clover set for 57% off! Only $60 and I’m so excited to get them and give them a try!
I purchasedd the set from KnitPal and love them. Because my tension seems to vary depending on the stitch, having a set allowed me to change the hook size readily. Personally, I don't care if the cable rotates as I have yet to find a need for it and I have now done a lapghan with 12 different Tunisian stitches, Toni's gingham baby blanket (came out beautifully), and am working on a twin size gingham blanket and it hasn't mattered if the cable rotated or not.
Hello, this is not about Tunisian crochet but prym crochet hooks. You recommended them in a previous video. I bought them that day. Those hooks feel so good. It grabs the yarn wonderfully. I am going to invest in the smaller sizes as well as the larger. I bought the set that you showed us 3.5 to 6.0. Thank you for your review.
I didn't realize it until just now, but I bought your book yesterday on Amazon :)
I just wanted to mention that I picked up an awesome set on Amazon for 25.99, free shipping with prime. The corded hooks are a fixed cord, but are bamboo and super smooth, and the uncorded hooks are aluminum. The hooks go from 2.0mm to 8mm, at .5 mm increments up until 6mm when it goes to 1mm increments. Same with the corded bamboo. The aluminum hooks have even helped me with my home renovations, so they are multipurpose!
I had a set like the first Amazon ones that you showed. I got mine from Ebay. I threw them out this morning because I hadn't used them for a long time and the cords had started to deteriorate and get sticky. This video was helpful to look for another set.
Good morning, hope all have a great festive holiday weekend! 🎉
I absolutely love my Lykke Tunisian crochet hook set. They are pricey though! Like $140 for the set.. but they are the best Tunisian hooks I have ever used. They are the smoothest hook ever and the cut of the hook head is perfect. It comes in a beautiful case with all the cables, stoppers, extenders and keys.
HI TONY HOPE YOU WELL .....OMG I ONLY FOUND YOUR CHANNEL NOT LONG AGO AND I LOVE YOUR CHANNEL 🥰🥰🥰WELLDONE XXX
I purchased some individual Chia-goo (excuse the misspelling) hooks with the cords from Etsy very inexpensive, brand new! I paid $5.00 for one hook and $7.00 for the other, not bad prices at all. Loved the review, very detailed. I also purchased the regular Boye long length hooks for Tunisian crochet, I’m ready now Teacher!
When I was a kid my mom taught me Tunisian crochet. I didn’t even know until I was old about any other forms of crochet which I had to teach myself.
Toni, your book arrived this week! So excited to work my 1st Tunisian stitch project. Of course, my 1st thought was "What hook set do I buy.?" I'll check out an inexpensive interchangeable set. But in my past knitting experience, I like working on Clover & Addi needles.
Thanks for all the info today.
I like the chigoo interchangable needles, I bought myself the long and short ones for my birthday last year.
Watching your videos on Tunisian crochet got me interested in it, and, while I'm not really doing it at the moment, I will. I'm still teaching myself crochet, so it's fun to play with Tunisian as well. I got your beautiful book yesterday, and I'm already trying to decide which one to do first!
Thanks for always being such a bright spot in my day. I really just wanted to say how much I appreciate you and your content!
I got the Denise set and YES!! They are a smidge too short! I don't regret buying them because I love the larger sizes and they are smooth but a bit uncomfortable. Good affordable introductory interchangeable hook set though, just wish they were another inch longer...
Missed you! Good luck with your book. You are the best YT teacher out there.
I have so many vouchers and gift cards from michaels and I’m so ready to use them for those clover hooks, I feel like I’m going to look like an extreme couponer, and I’m SO excited
I got the Clover Takumi set for under $50 with bouns points. Cyber Monday. They still some for $75 but still a great price if don't mind waiting a package.
Woo! Goodness those Chiaogoo sets went fast! I have them on my list now though. Thanks for this, what a fantastic informative video. Reall, exactly what I needed! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you.
I just purchased my first set of bamboo Tunisian hooks with attached cables from Etsy. 12 hooks for $12!!!! I'm armed with yarn and ready to go make! I don't know what I'll make, but I'm ready. 😁
I finally got my very first interchangeable tunisian crochet hook set from hobbii 😊. My boyfriend promised to buy some yarn so i can start making a blanket 😊
First time I've caught you live. Your demos are my GO TO for ANY Tunisian crochet stitches.... I finally cracked the end stitch because if you... Harry Potter scarves will ALL be smooth and straight now. THANK YOU 🌹
After several months of research and buying a fixed set to try I invested in the Chiaogoo interchangeable needles two Christmases ago. For bout a year I have had my eye on the hooks because not only do they have good reviews, they are cross compatible with my needles. I’m hoping I will get them for Christmas but if not I will get them soon after and am so looking forward to learning Tunisian and continuing to experiment with blending knitting and crochet together.
You read my mind! I’ve been hunting for a new Tunisian crochet hook set!
I have 3 different Tunisian crochet hooks. I have a complete set of aluminum single hooks, a decent set of fixed hooks that I use for blankets - bamboo for the hook, and a full set of Denise plastic B-1 US to Q size. I'm saving for a Chiagoo interchangeable. If you also knit, you should be able to use the longer knitting cables for large projects.
The Clover set is on sale on amazon. I just purchased it for $66! Happy Birthday to me!!
Thank you so much for teaching me how to do Tunisian crochet!
Ive never been able to crochet or knit, but ive successfully learnt to do Tunisian because of you!
Also my copy of the Tunisian crochet handbook arrived on Christmas eve and it is so beautiful
Spent an easy couple of hours just going through it.
Thanķ you so much from down under in Tasmania Australia! . ❤⚘
Tried some swatches of knit stockinette, Tunisian on a long shank hook and regular crochet with HDC--and with a DK to worsted yarn. Think I'll try the Knitter's Pride set and see how I like using them, working in Tunisian---also bought your book in Kindle since I can view on my 12.9 Ipad Pro. Been following you for awhile and have been tempted to try Tunisian--and now I will.
Hey Toni! I’m just now getting to sit and watch this video (working in healthcare is crazy rn!) And I’m so happy the Clover set made your list!! As a knitter and crocheter, I love the Clover Takumi set since I can use the cables and end caps between my crochet hooks and knitting needles. Plus the spinning cables is a complete game changer. I love your videos so much and enjoy watching them while I work on projects. It’s like stitching with a friend. Sending lots of love! 💖💖
Ohh I just Love your Upbeat personality.. You Encouragement is soo APPRECIATED
.Thank you again for a Wonderful Video
.Love hugs to ours 🤗🙏🙏🙏🤟❣
I ordered the Knitters Pride bamboo hooks from Amazon a few days ago for $36.91! I thought they seemed like they would be good for my very first Tunisian hooks, so it was nice to see you recommend them as well! I can’t wait to receive them and get started learning Tunisian crochet! I kept seeing Tunisian projects I really liked so I thought I might as well start learning. Thank you for sharing your knowledge! 💜
I was lucky years ago to get a great buy on the Clover set...love, love, love them.
I have been wondering about the differences in Tunisian hook sets. Thanks for all the info, you read my mind!
Thank you for this! I really would love to learn Tunisian crochet but was stuck as to which hooks I should buy, and now I know! You are amazing!
I have a couple single Chiaogoo hooks but I just ordered the Lykke crochet interchangeable hook set and I'm anxious to get them!
I have the Clover set. Iike it. It is well organized & has a lot it comes with. It is also easy to store & is very portable. It is on the pricey side but, as you mentioned Toni, with a 50% off coupon, it makes it more affordable. I got mine discounted & from JoAnn's.
Can you do a crochet hook collection?? Talk about your favorites, show all of yours, I’d love that I’m a hook collector myself with furls being my favorite!
I won big at the casino so I used some of my winnings to buy the Clover set. I had a 40% coupon to get them at Michaels. I also purchased a Knitter's Pride colorful set, so pretty and smooth!
As I'm just starting out, I opted for an inexpensive complete set of 10 inch hooks with the stopper at the end instead of the long cord. The full set cost only $10, allowing me to I actually like tunisian crocheting with minimal monetary investment. I do like it, however, I will continue to use this set before I graduate to the $150 set, which is the best option, in my opinion, as it seems more user friendly (i.e., ease of and less parts for set up, swivel cord). Thank you for the video and providing options for users at all levels and budgets.
Yesss so happy you made this video! Been looking for some good sets for when I start making projects from your book, so I will definitely be saving a lot of these in my wishlist. xD
Mmmmm I saw that Furls Kingsnake... my partner just gave me one as a gift ❤️ I've been looking at the Chiaogoo sets and I'm glad to hear they're definitely worth it. Also THANK GOD someone else also prefers in-line hooks, I'm the odd one out in my circles.
I have both the clover and the chiao goo, I love them both, I just wish there was a hybrid of their cords.....like I want their cords to get together and have a hybrid cord baby because the clover swivels which is great, but he chiao goos won't kink or warp like the regular plastic cords will due to the metal inside them, both are fabulous products.
I tried the knitpal hooks when I first wanted to try Tunisian Crochet. They shredded any yarn I tried to use on them. They definitely needed to be sandpaper. I ended up returning them and getting a $10 metal set (no cords) and a $15 plastic set with fixed cables. The metal set is great. I use them all the time. The plastic set was a good starter set, but knit picks had a 40% off sale and I made my own set of wooden hooks. I prefer metal hooks overall, but I don't make metal interchangeable hook money.
Gotta say though, a swivel cord would be a nice upgrade.
Many thanks to you Toni, You have made me a lover of Tunisian crochet. I don't know how I never tried it before. I'm in the middle of making a scarf on the bias and love how it's turning out. when I finish I will upload a photo of it for you to see. I'm looking forward to your next video.
Agree on the denise hooks. I got them for a really good price, but find them too short for my large hands. I’m looking into finding a different set, so this is perfect! Thank you Toni!
My book arrived yesterday!!! Thanks to you, I have fallen completely in love with Tunisian crochet