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What Clover’s standard aluminum hook line offers, how it compares to Amour and Soft Touch, and who it suits.

What to look for in a crochet blocking board, and when a foam mat or pins alone work just as well.

Yes, crochet hooks are allowed on planes. See TSA rules for carry-on and checked bags plus tips for flying with your project.

What letter a 4.5mm crochet hook is, why it has no standard US letter, and which yarn weight it fits.

What letter a 5.5mm crochet hook is (I-9), what yarn it fits, and how it compares to 5mm and 6mm.

A beginner crochet hook set only needs a few sizes in the 4mm to 6mm range, not a full graduated set.

Wooden crochet hook sets offer a warm, lightweight feel but are less common than aluminum for standard yarn hooks.

Clover 3672 is a specific model number for one of the Amour boxed hook sets. See what size range it covers.

How to make a DIY crochet blocking board from foam tiles or insulation board, and what to check for pin depth.

How to steam block a crochet piece, and when it works better than wet blocking, especially for acrylic yarn.