Experienced handy know that the correct choice of crochet hooks depends not only on the density, but also the quality of the product. And in the store for needlework such a choice, that the eyes diverge ...
Only a tool to choose?
To save time, novice masters, we decided to gather all the knowledge and tell you how to choose the right hook.
What kinds of crochet hooks?
First of all, they are divided into types depending on the type of materialOf which are made, there are the following types:
- metal,
- plastic,
- wooden,
- bone.
Depending on their length hooks are:
- short (12-15 cm) is used for this kind of conventional standard knitting;
- long (20-40 cm) are ideal for Tunisian crochet.
thicknesshooksare from 0.5 mm to 1.5 cm:
- 0.6 mm-1 mm for knitting napkins, collar, shawls thin cotton thread;
- 1.25 mm-1.75 mm for knitting thin c / b filaments and other yarn of the same thickness;
- 2 mm-3.5 mm for average yarn thickness;
- 4mm-5mm knitting yarn an average double strand thickness;
- 5.5 mm, 6 mm suitable for double knitting fluffy terry or thread;
- 7 mm, 8 mm for wool, used to make tapestries, and a double woolen yarn;
- 9 mm-1 cm hooks used for such thick yarns;
- 1-1.5 cm in the thickest yarn.
TIP. On all kinds of modern yarn hook number indicated and spokes, which is better to knit. And yet it is desirable to choose the yarn in the store, taking the hook - immediately understand how they fit together. And at the same time to complete your collection of hooks with the tools that you do not have enough.
The thickness of the hook: Corrections
hook number it is determined by the thickness of the head: for example, with a hook head thickness of 3 mm is the third number. TTolstoy hooks are used to create products, knitted from thick thread. Of course, thin hooks - a thin thread for fishnet products. If you take too thin and very thick thread hook, turn your product with a very large lumen-holes, if on the contrary: thick knitted crochet thread thin create too dense (solid) canvas.
TIP. The thickness of the hook to be nearly 2 times greater than the thickness of yarn used.
Hook Material under yarn
According to the masters, the easiest to knit with plastic hooks, but they are quickly worn down on the yarn, so its collection should buy immediately 3-4 tool.
Wooden hooks are suitable for knitting of a very thick and soft yarn.
Most durable and strong - of course, metal hooks.
In short, each must adapt himself Expert waters its material.
TIP. When choosing a crochet hook to pay attention to the surface: it should be flat and smooth, without any nicks or clues. Head form such an instrument should not be too sharp or rounded.
A pleasant choice and the most beautiful pieces you will be proud of! And if you are sure that the thread and hook you from the right, try to link decoration for the home in the form of leaflets.
