I finally splurged and bought myself a little early Christmas present, a set of bamboo crochet hooks! I have had this on my want list over at Etsy for some time. I already have a handful of bamboo hooks and love them, but I have had a heck of a time finding some of the larger and smaller sizes in bamboo. Plus, it is nice to have more than one of the same size sometimes when you have more than one project going on. For example, I use size G, H, and I a great deal, and I like to leave the hook with the project so I don’t space out and forget what size hook I started with (not like that could ever happen to me 😉
I just got these in the mail the other day, so I haven’t used them as yet, but one thing I’m very impressed with already is that you can easily read the numbers and letters on the hooks. The other bamboo hooks I have (and love) have the numbers and letter so light that I worry they will wear off at some point. I even tried marking the end of the hook with a marker, but that is getting smushy now.
Considering they were about $24 for 13 hooks (including shipping), I think this is a great deal. I’m to the point that I really don’t like working with metal hooks any more, so I’m thrilled to have this complete set.
What are your thoughts on bamboo hooks and knitting needles? Love them? Don’t get the difference?
December 8, 2009 at 12:44 pm
I love that set of bamboo crochet hooks. I will definitely be looking into purchasing them myself. My favorite hooks are the Susan Bates ones. I found some online with the metal hook and a bamboo handle. I won’t use any of the other ones I have anymore. The ones with the bamboo handles are really nice to use.
December 12, 2009 at 5:39 pm
Doesn’t the wood catch on the yarn or thread? I’m still using my very old plastic and metal crochet hooks and knitting needles. I’ve had them for over 40 years. I guess one of my nieces (or maybe nephews) will inherit them. lol.
December 13, 2009 at 10:19 am
The hooks are very smooth, so nope, they don’t catch at all. I still have metal hooks, but I like the feel of the wood a lot better.
December 13, 2009 at 4:49 pm
Bamboo is unlike other ”wood” – it doesn’t splinter, is strong, and almost impossible to break. I would use a wood burning tool to burn in the numbers on the hooks – just don’t go in too deep – instead of a marker.
Nicer than the metal and plastic – never liked the plastic ones.
December 14, 2009 at 7:47 am
I love bamboo knitting needles. I haven’t tried hooks as of yet.
December 14, 2009 at 7:52 pm
I also have used bamboo knitting needles, which actually woke me up to the whole idea of bamboo vs. metal. And, plastic? ick…totally agree about that.
December 16, 2009 at 12:06 am
i LOVE clover hooks but was unimpressed with the finish on the first one i purchased when they were first marketed. i think the bamboo hooks have ‘come a long way’. i’m interested in getting a set of tunisian hooks and will probably pop for bamboo. your set is certainly well priced. i believe i’ve reviewed various wooden hooks in one of my blog articles. check out the blog if you’d like. thanks for sharing about your hooks.
jd in st louis
http://crochet.craftgossip.com
December 24, 2009 at 3:00 pm
I have used the aluminum, and metal hooks for over 40 years. Is there any difference in how the projcet will turn out?
December 25, 2009 at 10:37 am
I haven’t noticed a difference in the final product. The difference to me is how the hook feels in my hand while I work. I find the bamboo much more comfortable.
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