Have you been thinking about trying crochet? You may be wondering what equipment you need. Without vital crochet tools, you may not be able to complete the projects you want to try. If you’re a beginner at crochet, here’s what you need to get started.
Crochet hook
Before you start crocheting anything, you’ll need a crochet hook.
Hooks come in a variety of different materials, shapes, and sizes. You can find crochet hooks in metal, plastic, bamboo, and wood. It can help to test each of these materials out to find out which one you’ll prefer to use.
The different shapes of hooks can help you get a better grip while you crochet.
The size of the hook you need will depend on the size of yarn you’re using. Thin hooks are better to use with thin yarn while thick hooks are better for thick yarn.
What’s best for beginners?
If you’re just starting out, it can help to use an aluminium hook with a thick grip. Using a mid-sized hook will help you to cover any type of project you want to undertake.
For your first time, you may want to consider using crochet kits. Crochet kits contain all the tools and materials you need to complete an easy project and learn as you go along.
Yarn
Once you’ve found your perfect hook, you’ll need to start yarn shopping. It may not sound that difficult but when you’re faced with a whole store’s worth of yarn of different thickness and different colours, it can seem daunting.
For your first few projects, try and avoid yarn that’s too silky, fine, fluffy, or bumpy. Go for something with a medium thickness that you’ll be able to work with easily.
Here are some more tips on choosing yarn:
You’ll also need a yarn needle and a good pair of scissors to complete your project successfully. The yarn needle is used to weave in the ends of your yarn and the scissors will be used to cut off any ends. Enjoy!
