The Best Beginner Crochet Needle (First Hook to Buy)
The best beginner crochet needle is a 5 mm (H-8) aluminum hook with worsted yarn. Here’s the size, material, and grip to look for, plus two starter picks.
What Size Crochet Hook for Granny Squares?
The best crochet hook size for granny squares is one size down from the yarn label, about 4.5–5 mm for worsted. Full guide by yarn weight inside.
Tunisian Crochet Hooks: What to Buy (Lengths, Cables & Sizes)
A guide to choosing a Tunisian crochet hook, straight, cabled, or interchangeable, plus what length and size to buy for your project.
Crochet Needle with a Hook: What It Is
A crochet needle with a hook is simply a crochet hook. Here’s how it differs from a latch hook and a tapestry needle, and what to look for when buying one.
How to Block Crochet Without a Blocking Board
How to block a crochet piece using a towel and mattress or carpet instead of a dedicated blocking board.
What Does Blocking Mean in Crochet?
Blocking in crochet means wetting or steaming a finished piece, then pinning it to an exact shape while it dries.
6.5mm Crochet Hook: Size, Letter, and What to Use It For
A 6.5mm crochet hook is a US K-10.5 and UK 3. See what yarn weight it fits and how it compares to nearby sizes.
8mm Crochet Hook: Size, Letter, and What to Use It For
A 8mm crochet hook is a US L-11 and UK 0. See what yarn weight it fits and how it compares to nearby sizes.
3mm Crochet Hook: Size, Letter, and What to Use It For
A 3mm crochet hook has no standard US letter. See what yarn weight it fits and how it compares to nearby sizes.
2.5mm Crochet Hook: Size, Letter, and What to Use It For
A 2.5mm crochet hook has no standard US letter. See what yarn weight it fits and how it compares to nearby sizes.