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If you’ve ever felt confused about crochet hook sizes, letters, and shapes, you’re not alone! In this episode of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast, I break down everything beginners need to know about crochet hooks—from U.S. vs. U.K. sizing, to the difference between tapered and inline hooks, to which materials (aluminum, bamboo, plastic, or steel) make the biggest difference in your projects.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
● How to read crochet hook sizes in millimeters, letters, and numbers
● Why millimeter sizing is the most reliable across brands
● The pros and cons of tapered (Boye) vs. inline (Susan Bates) crochet hooks
● How ergonomic crochet hooks help with hand pain and comfort
● My recommendations for the best crochet hooks for beginners, amigurumi, and bulky yarn projects
By the end, you’ll know exactly which crochet hook to use for your project, what features actually matter, and how to choose the one that feels best in your hands.
For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, Hooked on Growth, which goes into much more detail on scaling!
🔆Join Our Skool Community
🔆Join The Next Crochet Kit Club
🔆Learn to Crochet Course
🔆Shop My Crochet Patterns
🔆Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book
🧶Grab Some Crochet Merch
🧶Grab The FREE Donkey Pattern
By Marcy Gardner4.9
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If you’ve ever felt confused about crochet hook sizes, letters, and shapes, you’re not alone! In this episode of Simply Hooked: A Crochet Podcast, I break down everything beginners need to know about crochet hooks—from U.S. vs. U.K. sizing, to the difference between tapered and inline hooks, to which materials (aluminum, bamboo, plastic, or steel) make the biggest difference in your projects.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
● How to read crochet hook sizes in millimeters, letters, and numbers
● Why millimeter sizing is the most reliable across brands
● The pros and cons of tapered (Boye) vs. inline (Susan Bates) crochet hooks
● How ergonomic crochet hooks help with hand pain and comfort
● My recommendations for the best crochet hooks for beginners, amigurumi, and bulky yarn projects
By the end, you’ll know exactly which crochet hook to use for your project, what features actually matter, and how to choose the one that feels best in your hands.
For a deeper dive into growing your handmade business, check out my new book, Hooked on Growth, which goes into much more detail on scaling!
🔆Join Our Skool Community
🔆Join The Next Crochet Kit Club
🔆Learn to Crochet Course
🔆Shop My Crochet Patterns
🔆Grab The Crochet Snuggle Buddies Pattern Book
🧶Grab Some Crochet Merch
🧶Grab The FREE Donkey Pattern

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