Crochet Hooks Review | The Crochet Crowd

What do you prefer in a crochet hook. This is my own perspective of hooks I actually have and tried.
VIDEO CHAPTERS
0:00 Start
0:01 Overview
0:50 Hooks Are Leaking Something
1:47 New Hooks
2:15 Importance Thumbnails
2:47 Smooth Surfaces
3:17 Bambook Hook
4:43 Thickness of Handles
5:10 Handle Tension
6:59 Dirty Hooks Different Types of Rubber
8:28 Plastic Formed Edging
9:44 Tip of Hook
10:15 Thick Handles By Boye
11:35 Rubber Wears Off
12:25 Fatter Handles with Thinner Hooks
13:00 Larger Format Clover Amour Hooks
14:50 Cheap Hooks
16:48 Red Hooks like Tulip
17:34 Tunisian Steel Hook
18:15 Tunisian Wire Extension Hook
19:56 Tips of Thickness and Point
21:03 Recapping Hooks
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[@camillefoote5678]

Mikey, you made a comment in one of your videos that a woman taught you, to be able to crochet without looking at your work you need to use the right size hook for the yarn. I have no desire to crochet without looking at my work, but that tip has made it so easy for me to work with black yarn. You never know how much an incidental comment you make can make a big difference in someone's life. Thank you for being out there, talking crochet and other stuff, and being you.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Yeah, she was instrumental. Phyllis the Yarn Lady, who has past away, didn't teach me to crochet. She just offered advice in the yarn aisle when I asked her as most of the samples in the store were made by her.

[@CottonCandyClouds07]

Clover Amour is my absolute favorite brand in all sizes. I crochet fastest when using them! They glide beautifully with all yarn and they have the best head shape on the market, in my opinion! I do find that they make me crochet tighter than other hooks, which is interesting. I am a loose crocheter, so I always reach for them when making wearable gifts so my tension gets naturally a little tighter and I usually find I won't have to change hook size to meet gauge. I've also got many Furls Streamline Swirl hooks and though I love the colors, light weight, and ergonomic shape, the heads are a little too pointy for my preference and crochet style (they tend to split or snag yarn for me sometimes); they stay in my rotation, though. My mom prefers Susan Bates hooks and I can't stand them! 🙈 There's no shame in "Princess Mode!" Princesses have to kiss some frogs before finding their perfect match, right? That's all this was!

[@lisamurcer5950]

Love!!

[@barbarajacobs3484]

I have small hands, but clover hooks hurt my ring & pinky fingers causing pain on that side of my hand.

[@camper14]

I like the hook end but think they should be just slightly longer. I like at least the 6 inch hooks.

[@katalinkovacsnesomogyi9437]

Csatlakozom! Imádom én is!! 🥰

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

THank you for your thoughtful review.

[@jennifergranquist4222]

Tulip and Clover for me! I purchased three costly sets of Tulips, the pink, red and black, and they just glide so beautifully through any yarn! I love them! Clover is my second choice, but also much loved. These go with me on the road since they’re cheaper to replace if lost. I justify the cost of Tulip because I crochet so much, and they are very comfortable for my hands which are starting to show signs of arthritis. Loved your review!❤️

[@connieweary]

I own a lot of hooks, but my favorites are the tulip and clover armor hooks!

[@lindasmith319]

Me too

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Great choices.

[@surban4369]

My Mom gave me my first set of hooks, a Clover Soft Touch set, which I cherish (I was in my 40s 😉). I absolutely love using my Tulip Etimo red hooks in the smaller sizes, but I haven't found hooks in larger sizes that I enjoy using. The plastic shaft of Clover Amour hooks tends to drag on my yarns, but they'll have to do for now. Thanks for the helpful review!

[@MetroStitcher]

I’ve had the Tulip Etimo hooks for several years. Pricey, but I’ve never regretted spending for them.

[@ketmgagracielou]

I love mine as well.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

When you invest in your health, it doesn't make it expensive as you are saving yourself from injury.

[@stuckinmyshow]

I have one hook in my Amazon cart right now to test it out. I have some be crafty cheapies that have been okay enough. But I needed an 8mm for a project and got my very first clover and noticed a difference. Which has put me on a journey to actually research hooks and try some nicer ones to see if there's really a difference. Lol

[@diannjones2110]

Thanks for the heads-up Mikey. You've answered many of my questions. I can't thank you enough for all you share.

[@dawnbrewer6646]

I tend to have an issue with the way the heads are cut (where the hook portion is) with the Susan Bates brand. I find it splits my yarn too easily and would prefer a more rounded head/hook so it can grab my working yarn more easily and splitting or slipping off is not a problem. Also, if any hook feels weird in my hand, it’s an automatic “nope”. Thanks for doing this video. It’s nice to know I’m not the only one who is picky about hooks :-)

[@SuperFreida1]

I have the same issue with Susan Bates hooks. The head is too wide, and the bottom sits in the wrong place in my hand. If you can find them I really like Boye brand.

[@BanginStitches]

Yes I agree the way I hold my hook makes using a Susan bates hook awful and splits my yarn. I stick with a tapered Boye and have the best results

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

I had similar issues. I know what you are talking about.

[@4speedchevy]

I like the Bates hooks because they don't split my yarn LOL And do not like the older style of boye because they do split my yarn. I don't mind the newer boye with the rubber grips because they have redesigned the head and do not have the point on the back of the hook. It's interesting to me how much personal preference crocheting mechanics affect the hook preference.

[@dianefreeman7194]

@@BanginStitches A year after the release of this video, I came across your comment. I completely agree with you. Bates causes some yarn to split. I will not use any hook with a flat throat, only a tapered one. Only Boye is available in stores near me.

[@NonnaE828]

I'm a Susan Bates girl. I've tried several others but Susan Bates is my favorite. I also have a few Clover hooks that I do like. I have never tried Fuels because of the price but maybe I'll splurge one day.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Investing in your health is important.

[@firewoman7722]

I like the sharper hooks, that I just read are Susan Bates, because I'll lose my yarn more often with the softer, more rounded hooks. So it appears I'm a Susan Bates girl too! 😊

[@maryannwagner8055]

Thank you so much! Back in the hobby but dealing with Rheumatoid Arthritis...I’m in the process of trying out new ways to hold the hook & trying to find the best hooks to reduce the pain... the Clover Amour is definitely the clear winner for me... I really appreciate the time you took to explain each one... I was ready to give up... after watching your video I’ve found the inspiration to give it another go! So again... Big Thank You 😊

[@kristinegoetsch8009]

Very informative comparison. Happy that you explained what about the hoo, that you didn’t like. I appreciate you saying that everyone needs to find their own hook to fit their style. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

[@tracybzowy2486]

I love Clover Amour. I was having pain in my hand and I found someone on Etsy who make ergonomic handles for hooks, including Clover Amours. So I got my favourite 4mm, my only complaint is no thumb grip but no more hand pain.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

No pain is the best option eh!

[@tinarousselle741]

Can you please send me the link for the person on Etsy that makes Ergonomic Handles for Crochet Hooks? Thank you in advance!! I'll check them out.

[@JulieB328]

I've had the same set of Susan Bates for the last 35 years. I've tried others but always go back to my Bates!

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

I'm with you... Once you find something you love. You always go back.

[@susansatterlee1797]

It’s been a bit since I’ve watched you and I’m glad to be back. You are giggly now and I love it! Thanks for the smiles!

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Welcome back!

[@cydnicaldwell1337]

I've crocheted for years (since I was 13 years old - I'm 60 now) and the only hooks available, at that time, were aluminum (knitting, crochet, and tunisian.) I've since gotten sets of ergonomic hooks and I absolutely love them. Carpal Tunnel stopped me from doing projects for a few years until the ergonomic hooks came out. I have a problem with bamboo hooks because I've used aluminum for so long that it doesn't feel right when I'm doing a project and it slows me down.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Thanks for sharing!

[@rheam3920]

This is a very helpful video for me because I'm thinking of getting into crochet and I had no idea there were so many hooks. Now I at least have an idea where to start

[@Amys_Crafts-N-Things]

Thank you for this. I've been wanting to upgrade from the cheap aluminum hooks, and this has veen very insightful.

[@pennydickinson3258]

Great video, thank you!! I love these types of videos with opinions on tools and types of yarns available 😘

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

You're welcome.

[@chatfieldcreations]

I’ve been very happy with my Yarniss set I bought a few years ago online. It has a great case which makes it great for travel. I also love my Denise interchangeable Tunisian hooks.

[@rpaulcreations7602]

Love to watch yr posts 😍

[@staceyhoye7152]

I love your sense of humor

[@Lovies92]

Love this video! I love my prym ergonomics so much, now I have an idea of other brands to try and work with.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

You're welcome.

[@nonielee5133]

I love my Clover Amour hooks! Thanks for your review of hooks.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

My pleasure.

[@JustFluffyQuiltingYarnCrafts]

Very handy resource. Thank you.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Glad it was helpful!

[@toysanreed8213]

Thanks for the hooks review. I learned a lot. Great review.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

My pleasure.

[@lisamurcer5950]

WOW, Thank you for pointing these issues out! As a beginner/intermittent crochet. Individual. I found this very helpful and informative. You can be a little "Goldy Lock"!!🥰💕💕 But finding the best hook for large projects are so very important. I was taught by my grandmother, probably before you were born. On her real ivory hooks! I have a complete set for that time! I am sure there worth a lot today! They are priceless and so well hand crafted. I too, do find. You get what you pay for. I truly learned a lot today. Thank you for sharing. Seriously, throw all those leaky, disfigured hooks in the trash! That was discuss ting to even watch. OMG🤣🤣💕💕

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

haha... Already binned!

[@MsRamona7]

I love the way you laugh, absolutely charming! :D

[@beckysteinmiller338]

Completely agree with your assessment! I only use Clover. Thanks for the comparison, every now and then I consider buying other brands, now I know better.👍🏻

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

You're welcome.

[@lizmalsam7528]

Tulip is my favorite brand but I also crochet with a pencil grip. The way you hold the crochet hook probably affects what kind of hook is best ~ plus the head of the hook. Love your analysis of hooks! BTW, There’s no princess in you when you’re talking about the well being of your hands & reducing stress in crocheting!! 😊

[@candynkeith]

I have small hands and use the pencil grip. My favorite hook is the Clover Soft Touch. They are a best fit for my hand.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Good to know!

[@sandraleishman878]

Thank you for sharing! Very informative.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

My pleasure.

[@dianapabon2345]

My favorite are tulip!!! Just love them

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

I do as well.

[@mariasolorio8476]

Thank you Mickey!! For all the good information that will help me when I need to buy new hooks

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

my pleasure.

[@dianneepps4512]

I love the clover amour, they are the right length and comfort for me, the head is a cross between Boye and Susan Bates. I will eventually buy a Tulip hook. Thank you for the hook review.

[@missapippin9020]

Thank you Mikey for a very informative video. ❤️❤️

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

My pleasure!

[@merygonzalez4003]

I just bought the red hooks and I love them

[@kathydonaldson1705]

Excellent. I will look for some of the things you mentioned the next time I need a new hook.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Enjoy the stitching journey.

[@y09297]

Thoroughly enjoyed the video; thanks 🙂

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Our pleasure!

[@MeTime5]

First off, I love they way you do your tutorials! I wish I had watched this video before ordering some oversized crochet hooks! The store I went to was out so I ordered online and before they came in the mail, I watched this video. You were 100% correct! Hooks came, the shaft is short and it hurts my hand. The head is bulky but then tapered to much so you have to really get the yarn on the shaft to get the loop to work. My hand, wrist & arm got so tired!!! Keep up the excellent videos!

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

You are so welcome!

[@mellodym5931]

Clover Amour are my FAVORITE hooks! I rarely use any other hook. I've had mine for about 3 years, and they are still in excellent condition, and I crochet a LOT!! The Clover hooks are expensive but so much of the time, you really do get what you pay for. So, to me, they are worth the price because they work for me.

[@nancyg323]

I have the bamboo hooks and they feel nice in the hand. Clovers are my favourite hooks.

[@achimwasp]

My go-to hooks are the golden Clover "Soft" Touch. The only soft part is a little thumb rest, but the plastic handle is hard, so it probably wont disintegrate like those with soft grips (happened to me with e.g. the Prym ones). They are tapered, which I prefer, and the metal is super smooth. So after trying all kinds of hooks, I ended up buying the whole set of the Clover Soft Touch when it was on sale.

[@georgiadavis1480]

Great video!!

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Thank you.

[@empain_]

Lol, you’ve made me giggle and laugh throughout this video. I love your videos x

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Thank you for allowing me to be me. :D I can be off the rails at times.

[@Ooobydoobydoo]

I’ve only been crocheting for about a year and I started with the aluminum hooks by Loops & Threads. From there I moved onto the Clover ergonomic hooks, but the Clover Amor hooks I really enjoy. I did get a set of bamboo Tunisian hooks, because the one metal one I have is too heavy for my hand.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

That is awesome!

[@sheilaridge3348]

Excellent review!

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Thanks.

[@Amerie3575]

I’ve been a Susan Bates Quicksilver gal for decades. They are slick and glide through the yarn. I had my original Boye aluminum hooks from the 70’s and gave them to my granddaughter. She inherits all my hooks, needles, notions, yarn stash, WIP, etc. when I eventually pop my clogs.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Thank you for your very thoughtful response Amerie.

[@sandineumann1]

Thanks this video was very informative. I agree with you everybody’s hands are shaped differently therefore there’s many hooks for many hand sizes. I also like to bounce around using many hooks. Thanks for sharing your time and talent.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Glad some of this was helpful.

[@karylmonaco8174]

Clover Amours are my go-to hooks. I have two sets of every size except the very most teeny-tiny ones, of which I only have one set, since I don't ever crochet with thread, anyway. I just had to complete my set! I have Tulip Etimos, and Furls, and Susan Bates, and so many others! But the only time I don't use an Amour is when I need something bigger than they make or for Tunisian. But when I recommend hooks to others, I always recommend try until you find the right hooks for YOU. It is SO subjective one person can't recommend the best for someone else. Your review should be very helpful to hook novices because you focused not on specific brands but on aspects of hooks that others may not even recognize as potential pros or cons of various styles and materials.

[@camper14]

Clover is ok but for me I like them just slightly longer to get past the edge of my hand. The hook is ok. Try a longer one and see the difference. Just my opioion though.

[@karylmonaco8174]

@Camper 14 I use a pencil grip, so the length isn't as important as other factors. And even when I sometimes trade off and use a knife grip, my hands are slender, and the Clover Amours are still long enough. But that is why it is so important to find the hooks that fit YOUR hand and grip. Everyone is different.

[@kellycrochet_crafts63]

How is the head of the Clover Amour shaped? I can never really tell when looking at them online. Is it like Susan Bates or Boye. I grew up using Boye but several years ago I bought a set of Susan Bates and loved them. I tried using a Boye hook when I couldn't find my Bates and I felt like I had never crocheted before. I just couldn't do it.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

THank you for your tips Karyl.

[@teresap268]

Very interesting. Thanks for sharing.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@jojomoran4683]

Bates girl here. My favorite is the aluminum hooks with the wooden ergonomic handles. I've tried other inline hooks but always go back to Susan Bates.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Thank you Jo Jo.

[@bcd4562]

Very informative

[@patbrain913]

When my hands hurt, it took ages to find the raised bit that caused the problem, so small. but it hurt. Thought it was me, and gifted the hook to my sister !!!! I love Clover Amour, and Tulip, they suite my aged hands so well !! Now I know it isnt me , Thank you .

[@Casinogirl56]

My favorite, absolute go to hook, was made by a lady who has an Etsy store....Crochet hooks by Kate. The thumb grip is in the perfect place, the hook itself glides like butter through the thread, and it's absolutely beautiful. Plus she puts your name on it!

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Thank you for the tip.

[@annejensen9767]

I’m trying to find her on Etsy with no luck. Any suggestions ??

[@emmeau]

@@annejensen9767 looks like she isn’t selling at the moment maybe that’s why you can’t find her. I had to look her up on yahoo and clicked a couple links til I found her 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@garymay1851]

Great video, way helpful. I have lots of the cheaper hooks and as you said, "you get what you pay for." I have donated many of the ergonomic hooks, but some are so cute, I just have to keep them as part of my collection. I find old school hooks the best, and they can be passed on from generation to generation. It's ok to be a princess, because they always get what they want! Lol!! Hugs & Smiles, Claudia

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Thank you for the insight.

[@florab6970]

Clover Amour are my favorite way above all other, cheaper or expensive. Ergonomic is a must, especially since I retired and crochet more and have arthritis. Has to be smooth, both hook, shaft and handle. Where it hits your hand is definitely important, also. Sometimes I will use other hooks for a specialty fiber. Everyone has to choose what works for them according to how they crochet.

[@DelphinesHandcrafted]

I love my crochet amour! Othes work for me but they are my go to.

[@Maurie58]

You learn quick that you really DO get what you pay for in crochet hooks. Great video, thanks.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

You are totally right.

[@ozimi3176]

I recently bought a set of Boye hooks due to hand pain. I hold the hook in a pencil grip, and the larger, heavier handles are a huge help! The only thing I don't care for is that the larger size hooks seem to have a shorter hook, but I am getting used to that. Overall, these hooks have been a lifesaver for me!

[@kristinjustinhayton1036]

Clover amour all the way for me. I love them. They fit my hand perfectly.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Excellent.

[@bethhasilo1536]

I am a pencil grip crocheter & use Tailorform Metal Hooks which are basically antique hooks now that can only be found on Marketplace, garage sales, Thrift Stores, etc. I absolutely love them for the pointy tip, length & feel in my hand. I am very careful with them as I don't want to loose them. Thanks for the video Mikey.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Thanks for sharing!

[@jeannebeverly1244]

Thanks for the info. My favorites are the tulip hooks. The better your tools, the better your work. Also, I like the Denise Interchangeable tunisian hooks. I have 2 sets in case I want to do Tunisian in the round, instead of trying to find double ended hooks.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Glad you like them!

[@4speedchevy]

I love love to clover hooks! But I also love Bates and tulip..

[@jofagan4375]

Thx Mikey! very helpful . I am a Susan bates fan but I would like to try the clover amour.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Good luck!

[@rpaulcreations7602]

I liked the post n got an elaborate idea about the hooks , I wanted to buy the Susan bates hooks but don't know how will it go..thanks a lot for sharing this 🥰

[@normasimpkins9057]

Thanks for this Mikey. My favorite hook is made by Yarnology. Love them

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Good choice!

[@carengutierrez2409]

I started out with the usual aluminum Susan Bates or Boye but I felt that I was having a hard time keeping the grip on them so I bought the Clover Amour hook set and they’ve been my favorite, if you can call it that when that’s all you’ve ever used or tried haha. I’ve only been crocheting since 2017 so not long but I’ve yet to try different hooks being I’ve had no issues with the Clover Amour. I’m also a pencil grip crocheter so I don’t have to worry too much about the bottom end bothering my hands thankfully. Love your humor btw! Thanks for sharing your reviews on these. Much love💗

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Thank you Caren.

[@danareed1656]

great video

[@kathywelch8722]

I love my Clover Amour hooks. I also like Boye hooks. 💜

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Awesome.

[@familystitchin]

Thanks for the video … now I know what to look for in a crochet hook.😊😊😊

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Glad it was helpful!

[@tiffanyjack6095]

I have so many types of hooks. I have bamboo, metal, resin and plastic. I have rounded tips and pointed tips. I use whatever hook works best with the yarn I am using and obviously the one the project calls for. I do find different yarn types require different types of hooks. Some looser spun yarn I do better using a more rounded hook so the yarn splits less for me. Other yarns, like roving yarns, I want something a big sharper because I am usually using a tighter stitch for better stitch definition.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Thanks for the tips!

[@rebeccamiller8104]

Great video! Clover Amour are my favorite hooks. I think Prysm would be second, then the Tulip Red would be third. I've tried the Furls, but I wasn't really impressed with them especially as how expensive they are. Love your laugh, it makes me smile! ❤️

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

That's the problem when things are make in the USA, you have to pay for USA wages to make the hooks. It's why Furls are more money.

[@camillefoote5678]

My favorite is Clover Amour, I can crochet for hours with arthritic hands. Before I splurged on my 1st set, Clover Soft Touch were a favorite, now they hurt my hand in seconds. I bought the Amour set at a JO-ANN store on sale + an additional coupon. At the time they were $79 full price! Since I've bought more of the sizes I use most when on sale.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Sales are a great thing eh!

[@patwagner9308]

I have been crocheting for almost 52 years. Most of my hooks are Susan Bates & Boye hooks. Some, I have no idea what they are because there's nothing on the hook that indicates the brand.....but most of my hooks are Bates & Boye. I like them very much. They've served me well. W/ the plain, old-fashioned hooks, you never have handle issues because the hooks are all one piece. I do have a few of the modern ones w/soft handles....but I'm mostly Old School & am very happy w/my plain Susan Bates & Boye hooks .....I use the aluminum ones & tiny steel ones. I have no issues using tiny steel hooks. I have made so many things w/a size 7 hook. I have a few that are acrylic & don't care for them. Yarn doesn't slide/glide off of those well.

[@BarbaraBowmanbsquared]

I use Furls Odyssey. The round handle helps relieve pressure on my thumb. I thought I was going to have to stop crocheting until I took the plunge on a Furls. I had not thought of the weight creating fatigue so I might try the resin ones. And agree with you raised letters rubbing on my palm. Non-crocheting friends just think I'm being a hook snob :) but you get it!!

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Thank you for your thoughts.

[@thecraftyrn]

I like Provo craft ergonomic hooks or tulip for regular crochet. I like bamboo chiaogoo hooks for Tunisian. Thank you for sharing

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

You are welcome 😊

[@judithkirk5515]

I do have some Clover hooks and I love them. They fit my hand well.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

That's so great.

[@trishmason6672]

I've crocheted since I was 12, 67 now, Susan Bates are my all time favorites! The new ones with the longer handles are great! Wasted a ton of money trying others. I grip overhand like Mikey does.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Sometimes it takes time to find the right hooks.

[@wandataylor6266]

I love the clover 🥰

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Thanks.

[@AyameKiri]

I love my Susan bates, clover amour, and my prym hooks.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Excellent.

[@R-lyeh]

With "weeping" rubber it sometimes helps to paint over with clear nail polish. My crochet hooks are mostly DIY with metal hooks plus a DIY-handle made out of polymer clay, very simple and inexpensive and you can make them as ergonomic as you want. I've recently also purchased some well made ones from Etsy. An exchangable set from OldMasterPenShoppe and one from TooShayCrochetHooks. Both very suitable for someone with a knife grip, but not on the cheap side. I really love the concept of the exchangable hook sets, they seem to be on the rise atm, seen some of eastern european sellers as well.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Thank you for the advice Adi.

[@retrogal8888]

Love Clover amour, also Tulip Red hooks....😄

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Great.

[@flosmith4419]

I like clover as well. Comfortable to use and light.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Thank you for your insight.

[@dkirkby3854]

I started with taped aluminum hooks, switched to in-line aluminum hooks, and now I use Clover Amour hooks!!

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Great choice.

[@lydiadaugherty5171]

😮I like The Light Weight Large Hooks in Plastic. I enjoy my metal hooks and wish to try for those that are fancy ergonomic ones. The Metal ones with wooden handles seem nice too for comfort. Just like she's and Shampoos they need to be changed out. I like knitting too using the different type needles.

[@deamcneely1897]

Very informative video. And I don't think you're being a princess at all. Comfort is very important. My choice is Susan Bates, preferably with bamboo handles. I like that the throat is the same size, not tapered. Maybe it's because it's what I learned on when I started, but I have trouble with my tension when I use a tapered throat. You mentioned several brands I'd never heard of, but maybe that's because I'm old and set in my ways, and I like what I have, so I've never really looked into the more expensive hooks.

[@CrochetCreations2]

Mikey, hi there! First I want to say your fabulous and always my go too for tutorials…Thank you so much for fueling my passion for crochet! I have already collected a ridiculous amount of hooks and wondered how do you store all of them? I kind of like to look at all of them to choose one for a project and getting them all out every time can take me far to long to start the project.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Thank you for sharing that.

[@KittyKraftStudio]

My favorites are Clover Amour and the Susan Bates with the black rubber grips.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Thank you for the advice.

[@beverlyblincoe4118]

My favorite is the Susan Bates with the brown handles.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

I just got a set to try.

[@nobleelf]

Tunisian hook extensions that spin on both ends are a lifesaver. as your work will not twist as you work. Some brands you have to buy the spinning stopper separately, and the end that attaches to the hook does not spin at all, and some come automatically without having to purchase separately.

[@rosemarycreollo4326]

I've been crocheting for 60+ years, so I have many, many hooks - from tiny size 14 steel hooks to huge hooks with no size indicated. I've developed arthritis in both hands, but will not give up crochet! I saw a glowing recommendation for Clover Amour hooks and now have 5. I love, love, love them. But I keep my eye out for something better! Mikey, you are not being a pansy here! You know what you like and don't like. Pansies are the people who can't or won't express their opinions!

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Ah... I try to keep most of my opinions to myself as it does no good to share my general thoughts in life. Happy to share what I have learned about hooks though.

[@CoolCraftyCreations]

My favorite hooks are those that I purchase from Etsy, small businesses. I so love the ergonomic wooden hooks with resin glaze, I’ve had them for over 4 years and I haven’t had a problem. The second set of hooks that I’ve purchased on Etsy are the polymer clay hooks, haven’t had a problem with these either. I think you really have to make sure you’re getting your monies worth, and focus on comfort and smoothness of the shaft. Just my opinion

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Great tips here!

[@patsyweiss9092]

Clover Amour is my go to. I have Susan Bates, Furls, Tulip..but always go back to Clover.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Thank you for your insight.

[@lennieblue]

Most of my hooks I've had for YEARS and are the basic Boye hooks (some other brands I think, as well) aluminum no rubber grip etc. I crochet about an hour a day, if I'm lucky, and seem to do okay. So far. But looking at ergonomic style is interesting. I might try it. Thank you, very informative. 😊

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

My pleasure.

[@KarenAnne1965]

“Pansy pants” LOL You are a strange cat who I love to listen to and watch and create with. Thank you for you!

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

PURR!

[@krisborchers2470]

My absolutely favorite hook that I have been using for years is a Clover. Only hook I use.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

It's a great investment.

[@carmenanguiano3254]

You hook review is highly appreciated. I have also experienced some of the difficulties you have mentioned. I also have difficulty with the steel or aluminum hooks. They have the hook measurements inscribed on the side where you hold it to be able to do crochet. When I knit a large piece my thumb hurts. I wish they would change that information to the other side. Thank you 😊

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

You never know. Time evolves and changes are made.

[@kimberleymcmahan3863]

I've tried Susan Bates hooks and I'm not a huge fan. I've always liked using the Boye style of hook better. I did find a hook at Hobby Lobby that I adore! The metal hook is like a Boye. But just past the thumb indent, the handle is bamboo. It's a no name, but it's my favorite. And I agree with you I like the thumb indent and longer handle. It's so much more comfortable!!

[@nancyhildreth8582]

I like the Susan Bates hooks. With my arthritis I find these easy to hold

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Glad you found hooks you love.

[@elaineyakatan2310]

Hi Mikey. Thank u for spending time reviewing hooks. I pencil hold my hook so some,of your insights are opposite for me. I tend to like longer hooks so they can lay across the gap of my thumb & pointer finger. Clover Amour over size 6MM are great. The clover hooks with the gold handles are too flat.I love the hooks with the bamboo handles. As for Tunisian I use the metal hooks.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Thank you for your insight.

[@deansgirl1369]

I'm a Susan Bates girl all the way, especially the bamboo handled ones.

[@CandysYarnCrafts]

I just wish the bamboo handle susan bates had sizes 0-3mm that would be great. Oh and a size 7.

[@TheCrochetCrowd]

Thank you Shell.

[@debdeb54]

I have size seven silvalume & bamboo handle susan bates hooks. I got them at herrshners when they first came out. I keep 3 full sets of the hooks just in case I loose one. Some sizes I have 4 or 5 each. The full set is b through n including the seven.