For many the hardest part about learning to crochet is working out how to hold the hook and yarn. To be honest I teach many ladies (and a few men) and I tell each one that there is no right or wrong way. I can show anyone the way we are meant to hold the hook and yarn but at the end of the day we all find our own way. My way is that I crochet like a knitter. Many of my friends comment that I crochet like a nutter but I think they mean knitter!
Here is a picture of me holding my hook and yarn.
It is very comfortable for me but it may seem quite strange to a lot of you. What I would say is that if you are struggling with your grip then you might as well try this hold and see if it works for you. I have found many ladies who already knit and have found this method easier. This is probably because our brain is already set in this way for knitting and it comes quite natural.
The other thing to bear in mind is the hook itself. For me, and the way I hold my hook, the thinner metal hooks are more suitable. These are relatively cheap and you can usually buy one for about £1. Sets of about 10 different sizes quite often retail for under £5 on on-line selling sites. I have made myself a lovely hook holder to store mine in and I love it. This is the second one I have made with some extra sections this time. I chose to add a ring to attach my stitch markers to and a couple of felt pieces to place my darning needles in.
If you hold your hook in the correct crochet way then you may need a more substantial hook. There are many on the market from around £2 but they can get very expensive. I would ask to try other people’s hooks before you invest in a really expensive set and check on-line reviews too.
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