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A smaller number is a bigger crochet hook, which you can double-check by looking at the mm size. For example, my Susan Bates hook size 9 is 1. In general, you should start with the hook that is called for in the crochet pattern that you're following and then adjust as needed based on your gauge and comfort level.
Work with what are called "steel crochet hooks". They are designed specifically for the unique nature of working with thread. You may find that the head of this crochet hook differs from what you're used to so this may take some adjusting. If you're having a hard time, play around with this hook head type using bigger hooks and yarn to get the hang of it. Choose the right crochet hook handle. One of the biggest reasons that people find thread crochet more difficult than yarn crochet is because they're working with much thinner hooks.
That's an easy problem to solve. Simply choose a hook that's got a bigger handle. You can also make your own polymer clay handles for your crochet hooks. Buy crochet thread, not sewing or embroidery thread. Technically you can crochet with anything that even remotely resembles thread or yarn but make life easy on yourself by purchasing the kind of thread that is specifically intended for crochet. Work your The movement of wrapping the yarn from back to front over the crochet hook. This movement is used over and over again in crochet.
Read more. Wind the thread around your non-working hand to better control your tension. Whether or not you already do this when crocheting with yarn, you'll find that it's really helpful when crocheting with thread. There are several ways to wrap the yarn. Here's how I do it:. Err on the side of slightly stiffer tension. You want to crochet tighter with thread than you do with yarn, as a general rule. Don't crochet so tightly that you hurt your hands or that you can't easily work into your loops but do crochet a little more tightly than usual unless you're already a tight crocheter, then just do what you always do!
Pay attention to the projects you're doing before you work with thread crochet. Jumping from a size K hook worked with a bulky yarn down to thread crochet is drastic and will make your thread work seem unbearably tiny. Gradually work your way down to the smaller sizes. In contrast, it canfeel really good to work a big project after you're done with a thread crochet project so don't be afraid to mix it up! Make your crochet setting amenable to this work.
You want to work in good light so that your eyes don't have to strain. Work with lighter colored thread at first for the same reason; make it easy on yourself to find those little stitches!
Try this work when you're refreshed, energized and ready to learn something new, not when you're tired! The photo above shows the same snowflake as above as well as the same pattern worked in size 10 thread with a 1. You can see that the size 10 thread on the right makes a smaller crochet snowflake.
You could make even smaller ones using size 20 and size 30 crochet thread. Find the fun in it. Crochet has its challenging moments but overall, it's supposed to be fun. Be patient and gentle with yourself and notice the things that are pleasurable about this new work.
Choose a beginner's crochet pattern to start there are some suggestions at the end of this post. Better yet, work a really simple crochet swatch using basic stitches just to get the hang of the work without the pressure of following a pattern.
You already know how to crochet with yarn, so why bother trying to learn to crochet with thread? Here are some good reasons:. It'll boost your crochet confidence. It's not as hard as you think,and it will feel good when you realize that you can do it. Crochet is a great way to build self-esteem. It's exciting to learn something new in crochet. Even when we just work with a different material, it expands the craft and refreshes it for us. You can make many new things.
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