crochetguideFind the millimeter size on the shaft first, then compare the head, throat and handle with the way you hold a hook.
Before you start: Choosing crochet hooks
Name the parts
| Part | Where it is | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Head and notch | The tip that catches the yarn | Look at the opening through which the strand moves. |
| Throat | The narrowing below the head | An inline and a tapered style shape this area differently. |
| Shaft | The straight working section | The stated millimeter diameter belongs to the working size. |
| Thumb rest and handle | Behind the working section | Compare its shape and material with the way you hold a hook. |
Keep the hook systems apart
Regular yarn hooks and fine steel thread hooks use different numbering systems. A bare number without millimeters may not identify the diameter. Use the converter’s separate hook-type selection.
Tunisian hooks hold a row of loops and may use a long shaft or cable. They are not an interchangeable tool for the short-hook lessons here. Check the exact technique and hook before choosing a set.
Choose from the label, not the look
Our supply pages list the maker’s materials, sizes and dimensions where the maker gives them. A soft handle can’t tell you how your hand will feel after an hour of crochet.
Choose the required diameter first. If you are uncertain about a handle, compare one hook’s dimensions and price at the merchant before considering a full set. Stop if holding the hook causes discomfort; forcing the grip does not fix a stitch.