Now that you’ve chosen your yarn, it’s time to get a crochet hook. This can be a big deal. This hook is going to stay with you for a while. You’ll need to stick with the same hook throughout your whole project, so depending on the size of your project, it could be with you for days, weeks, or months!

Each crochet hook is assigned a letter depending on it’s size in millimeters. When beginning, I suggest picking a hook with letter H or I, they are a good size to start with for most basic projects. It’s large enough to get your hook through each chain, yet not too bulky to handle.

Boye is a great brand. I’ve picked up this 8 pack above with most main sizes, just in case I need something different for a project. I’ve also purchased a letter N for really chunky yarn like chenille or a rope style yarn.

Drew from Crochet Dude also carries some great crochet products, hooks included. Find his stuff online or a Michael’s crafts. He also sells a great beginner’s kit.

I also happened upon a custom crochet hook maker, Craftwich, at a local craft fair and bought this hand carved wooden crochet hook below. She had a whole display of crochet projects and handmade hooks. I really felt like I was choosing my perfect “wand”. This one below spoke to me. It’s a letter H and I love it!

Simply go with something basic and as you get into it, you’ll find one that will fit perfect for you! Good luck hook hunting :)