It seems more precise…Thanks! I have susan bates crochet hook D 3. Would you please tell me what the conversion is for a 3 mm crochet hook? Hi, I am supposed to make a skirt that says to use any sports weight yarn with a US G 4mm. Bought yarn in Ireland with a 7mm hook. The conversion chart it between a K and L. Not much help. What is it exactly? Remember — the size on the label is just a guideline. Are you making a scarf and you want it soft and drapey? Go with the larger hook.
Are you making a stuffed animal and you want a tight fabric with smaller holes? Go with the smaller hook. The pattern calls for a G hook.
Which one should I use? Crochet a gauge swatch and see which one you like better. The hook size in a pattern is always just a suggested starting place. What size hook do I want to use? Use whichever size gets you the specified gauge.
Remember that the hook size requirement is always a suggestion. If the finished size is important like for a garment you really need to stitch a gauge. Pingback: 8 Crochet Hook Crochet Terms.
I decided that the hook, because of its size and material, was too flimsy for this project and also hard on my hand, so I decided to go buy a more ergonomic hook of the same size. Is this normal? Any clue why? I am watching a tutorial on fb for a blanket. The size hook is 7mm.
What is that US? Not every size in mm has a corresponding letter size. Use the sizes around 7 mm to make a guess and then stitch up a swatch to see if you need to adjust larger or smaller. What does that mean? What size is it? If I start a project with a 5mm Boye hook. Can I switch in mid project to a 5mm Susan bates hook without it having it be distorted? The 5 mm refers to the main shaft and SHOULD be consistent between brands, but depending on how your crochet any variation on the narrow area below the hook may affect your gauge.
Many of these knitting gauge tools have holes drilled into them-each hole marked with a millimeter number. If you insert the crochet hook or knitting needle into the holes until you find the smallest hole that it will fit into, that tells you the correct millimeter size. Hope that helps.
I have been searching in vain for that 4. I want that happy medium. I live in the USA and l trying to make a toddler sweater, it calls for a 4mm hook. I have different brands of hooks. I problem is l have a 3. Which one should l use. Designers K - M add remove. Designers N - S add remove. Designers T - Z add remove. Accessories add remove. Customer Support add remove.
Blog add remove. Skip to content Follow us! Get in touch with us phone email. Crochet Hook Size Conversion Chart. As a beginner crocheter, it is important to understand crochet hooks as well the different hook sizes. So, if you have ever wondered about how to choose the right size crochet hook or about what are all the sizes of a crochet hook, then this post will help!
Learn all about crochet hook sizes, crochet hook types and how to find patterns to use a certain hook size on with our crochet hook size guide below. Plus, get a free crochet hook conversion chart printable as a bonus to take with you on the go! First, if you are new to crocheting, a crochet hook is a handheld tool that helps create stitches loops of yarn with yarn. Crochet hooks come in many sizes, and are made of different materials and varieties.
Most hooks have the size listed on the thumb area of the hook, which is actually the diameter of the shaft of the hook in mm. Sometimes you may hear them referred to as crochet needles, but they are actually called crochet hooks. Take a peek at the image below that shows all the parts of a crochet hook and what they are used for during crocheting. The style of hook you use will depend on your personal preference, so most crocheters will usually try both styles out to see what they like the best.
These hooks also may have a rubber grip or larger handle, which makes them ergonomic. Ergonomic crochet hooks help crocheters with arthritis and sore hand to crochet longer and with better tension. Crochet hooks come in many sizes and types. Crochet hooks are labeled according to size. They are always referenced in either the US or Metric sizes, which you can learn more about below in with our conversion chart. Learning about crochet hooks will help you as a crocheter determine what size crochet hook is best for a pattern, as well as what type of hook is best to use.
You can use these methods below to help decide which hook size is best for the project you are working on. Scroll down to take a look at the crochet hook chart! All of our free crochet patterns are tagged with the hook size they use. If you are looking for a crochet pattern to use with a specific hook size, browse through our archives below. Crochet hook sizes and yarn weight will be listed in the sidebar of each pattern on desktop and below the post on mobile.
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