Tunisian Hooks: Which one to use?

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[@sunne1954home]

I've been crocheting since I was 9. I'm now 67. I just started in Tunisian crochet. This has been SO helpful!!

[@MichelleSargentSarraGarrett]

I have started tunisian crochet and I have fallen in love with it. It is easier on my hands as well. I will be back to make some of your projects.

[@hajjarbrown7870]

Great video exactly what I was looking for thank you 😊

[@maureengauvin1768]

Thank you sooo much for the excellent instructional review on the various types of Tunisian crochet hooks. I’ve learned a lot & look forward to watching more of your videos. Greetings from southern New Hampshire USA!

[@ModeBespoke]

My pleasure 😊 thank YOU!

[@quix66hiya22]

Thanks for the great explanation. Now I know what to buy to begin.

[@ModeBespoke]

Glad it helped! Thank YOU 😊

[@dstevens1316]

I’m SO happy I happened upon your tutorial! I’ve been wondering about the Tunisian hooks with attached cords since I bought my first Tunisian hooks and I have bought several but still haven’t found “just the right one” for me! This was very helpful in helping me make my decision on giving them a try! Thank you again!!❤️👍🏼⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@ModeBespoke]

Thank YOU! 😊 glad to hear it was useful!

[@ourcreativebeehive]

My daughter gave me Leeyien interchangeable crochet hooks kit for my birthday. So far they are great. A lot Denise hooks.

[@ModeBespoke]

Are they? I’ve never tried interchangeable hooks, I’ll have to check them out. Thanks for the recommendation!

[@michellecox5543]

Your work is awesome!🎩

[@ModeBespoke]

🙌🏻 thank you!

[@teresaharp]

I was looking for doubled ended short hooks last year and only found those metal ones on Amazon you mentioned. Appreciate the info! Have a great day

[@ModeBespoke]

Same here. I was so happy to finally find some!

[@teresaharp]

@@ModeBespoke Alaska crafty gal Victoria posted a video today and was trying to use a straight metal Tunisian hook for a blanket and I sent her your way :)!

[@ModeBespoke]

🥰 thank you! I’ll have to check out her channel, too!

[@susanbauer3299]

Thanks!

[@dani.5087]

The first one you showed is absolutely the fibercraft equivalent of a spork

[@ModeBespoke]

😂 right???! That is the perfect description!

[@HabibahW]

i wonder if we could get a touch with knitpal and request 9 inch circulars alot of knitters use this size for socks, instead of knittng needle on the ends there are tunisian hooks and prolly get them in a set of 2.5 - 4mm

[@ModeBespoke]

Hi! You totally can! Email them at: [e-mail] I have the 16” circulars, but don’t use them much, but I prefer the firm double-ended to the corded circular. Have you found the circular helpful for socks? I believe they are releasing short double-ended hooks for socks sometime soon, but I’m not sure when that will be exactly.

[@HabibahW]

@@ModeBespoke I actually dont own a are pair of circular double ended hooks, I've found a magic loop technique here on youtube and did socks in the round that way but it turned out to be a pain in the butt 😂 there was yarn knots everywhere!

[@ModeBespoke]

😂 oh no!!! But you tried it out, which is the important thing. How else would we grow and learn more about our craft? 😊

[@terrace1]

Thank you for the link to this video. This is an excellent review for Tunisian hooks. I really appreciate it. Since you reviewed these hooks, have you discovered any new hooks that you would recommend 💜🕊️💚🍵

[@ModeBespoke]

Thank you! I have not. These are my favorite, so I’ve stuck with them 😊

[@acojan]

Amazing video and very informative !! I'm planning on investing in a set of interchangable knitting needles and want to pick up a few individual hooks from the same brand since I can use the same cables on those. Im guessing 6mm is a good starting size but what 3-4 other sizes would you recommend for general purpose projects ? Im thinking of going for bigger sizes but not sure if you recommend at least one smaller size

[@ModeBespoke]

Glad you find it useful! 😊 🤔 It would depend on what types of yarns you like to use (I’m taking weight here), and what types of projects you like to crochet. If you want to crochet socks, a 3 mm is good. 4 or 4.5 is nice to have, and either a 7 or 8 mm hook is good. Those sizes generally cover a good range of projects and yarn weights, but that’s just based on what I normally use. Hope it helps!

[@normavaldivia358]

Gracias Por tu video!!! Yo solo ago crochet pero quiero aprender esto también cual sería u prole to fácil para enpezar? Veo mucho contenido en tu página 😬🥰😍

[@ModeBespoke]

Hola! Gracias! Aquí está el tutorial de Crochet Tunecino para principiantes: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iJKxlq18bqeXiqs

[@candysulser2691]

I make my own Tunisian sticks

[@ModeBespoke]

That is AWESOME!!!! 👏🏼 🤩 ❤️

[@alicenorvilas7183]

Hi, thank you for sharing.... Can I use a Tunisian hook for regular crochet project?

[@ModeBespoke]

Hi! Yes, you can. Though depending on the cord length, it could get uncomfortable. But it is totally doable, especially if you don’t want to buy multiple sets of hooks.

[@alicenorvilas7183]

@@ModeBespoke Thank you 🥰

[@MyzMyzterious32]

I was looking at knitpal and cheaper ones of bamboo but I'm worried about all the bad reviews of snagging yarn etc. How have you knit pals been?

[@ModeBespoke]

I’ve read quite a few of those too, but I haven’t had any issues. I just file that bit of the hook down if it snags and that solves the problem, but it’s a rare occurrence. With the exception of the red TC hook you might see in some videos, all of my other hooks are KnitPal. I quite like them.

[@MyzMyzterious32]

@@ModeBespoke thank you so much! Going to buy and try my luck. Ive crochet for many years and need to learn. I definitely need shorter length as I couldn't keep knitting due pain and being to long

[@Desaundrea]

Have you updated your Tunisian hooks yet?

[@ModeBespoke]

Nope. I use the same bamboo ones still :)

[@bethbreiter401]

I was given a hook that has a crochet hook on one end, a cord in the middle and a knitting needle end on the other end. Do you know what this is for?

[@ModeBespoke]

I’ve seen something similar (but without the cord, just a hook/needle combo) and it was used for Portuguese Knitting. I’m not familiar with the technique, so I’m not much help there. 😅

[@RATTE1606]

I prefer a 3 mm or 4 mm double ended needle for socks ... that works and look fine. but you can also use a bigger size hook with the right yarn and less stitches for home- or wintersocks. you must know what you want to have at the end :D you can also double the yarn, or use the navajo technique to triple the normaly thin sockyarn. there are so many options to use a bigger needle with a nice pattern per projekt I think. etc pp look here pls : a pretty sock with letters and you only need to know the knit and reverse stitch kzbin.info/www/bejne/e2KymJ-Bdr9mms0 or only simple stitch socks : kzbin.info/www/bejne/hauZhqaQgtJrprc

[@ModeBespoke]

Totally agree. Thank you so much for sharing! 😊

[@mishca5116]

I agree with your thoughts on the first hook you showed - I have 1 too and I find it extremely heavy. Dislike it!

[@ModeBespoke]

Glad I’m not the only one who was not a fan of them!

[@susanscandles]

Sadly, they are unavailable and says not sure when or if going to be available.😢

[@ModeBespoke]

Oh no! 😔

[@jessicaartus7752]

Same here, I cannot work with metal hooks as it hurts my hand. I get like and odd feel and hurts my joints much quicker. I always get Bamboo crochet hooks, knit needles and Tunisian Crochet hooks.

[@ModeBespoke]

Yes!! Oh my goodness, the joint paint is real! I’d wake up with stiff hands after an evening crocheting with metal hooks.

[@jessicaartus7752]

@@ModeBespoke Guess what I found out, so am allergic to nickel and lead, so if the hook has that material it can also cause issues when you are holding the hook. I personally a funny odd feeling when I hold them, so I am going to try stainless steal if there is such a hook.

[@agataolejarczyk1496]

That's fascinating because I don't like bamboo hooks. I usually work with plastic hooks, especially for little projects but anything bigger I prefer metal 😄 But I also haven't done anything bigger than a bag so maybe that's it.

[@sunne1954home]

The hooks with the coloured cords look like knook hooks

[@geoffashden2]

You are obviously paid by 'Knit-Pal' to recommend these hooks. Any serious Tunisian crocheter will tell you that these are all rubbish! Fixed plastic cords are an absolute pain to use. It is best to invest in a decent set of hooks with detachable swivel cords. Having tried both cheap and expensive hooks believe me, once you have tried a brand such as 'Lantern Moon', or 'ChiaoGoo' the difference is astounding, the former being my favourite!

[@ModeBespoke]

Thank you so much for the recommendation! 😊 And no, I am not paid by KnitPal. I quite like their hooks. Are you paid by the two companies you recommended? Probably not, but you like their product so you recommend it.

[@youkokun]

I like fixed cords so I have less to keep track of and don't have to worry about damaged swivels on either the cord or hook.