Which Size Crochet Hook Is Best For Beginners?

Question

My mom and I would love to learn how to crochet, but before we do we need to get some crochet hooks. I am unsure though of the size that is best to learn with, or the one that is easiest to work with for beginners. Can someone please help me?

Answer 1

I agree that medium is best to begin.  Small hooks are fussy and large ones can be awkward.  H is a size I like to teach with.

Answer 2

Don't go huge, they can be awkward to use.  Go for a G through an I and DK or worsted weight yarn.

Answer 3

well, I learned to knit on size 6 needles (american sizing) when I was in the 5th grade, but they came in a little kit with instructions. Sure, i had to get my aunt to help me, but i can do it!

Answer 4

Make sure they are very BIG!!! I know how to Crochet, Knit, Latch Hook, and Sew. It's always easier to do it with bigger to start then go smaller!

Answer 5

My grandmother taught me with an H hook. I would call it Med. size.  My aunt only uses an H hook for all of her crochet projects. But, to answer your question, use a hook that feels comfortable and flows easy, that way you can concentrate on the tension...making even stitches. you are welcome to join my yahoogroup of 85 people. We all help each other. Lora

Answer 6

Hello,

I would suggest using a 4mm hook (a Boyes G is a 4.25mm hook) as it's one that is easy to use without being too large or too small.

Don't forget that if you see something that looks easy and is done using a very small hook and thread it can also be made into a larger item using yarn.

For instance a doily pattern can be used for the front of a cushion cover.

God Bless you & yours,

J. of Burrington, England

Answer 7

best suggestion I can think of is to get 4mm/4.5mm  hooks and use dk/8ply yarn.

This size hook is easy to hold and handle with this yarn.  Larger hooks may be  more difficult to handle while learning.

good luck!

Answer 8

I think it depends on what you want to make for your first project.  You have to consider what you want as an end result and what type of yarn you are using.  I do agree that a medium sized hook would be easiest to learn on.  A G or H should work fine.  But the smaller hook you have the smaller and tighter your stitches will be...larger hook will make larger and not as tight of a knit projects.

Hope this helps. :)