Tunisian Crochet Hook — Choosing the Right One
Tunisian Crochet Hooks – Choosing the Right One
Choosing the right Tunisian crochet hook makes a real difference to your crafting experience. Unlike regular crochet hooks, they are longer and hold multiple stitches at once. This is what gives Tunisian crochet its distinctive woven, textured look. Some are also interchangeable – the hook head attaches to a cable, so you can work on projects of any width.
At ColourSpun we stock two beautiful ranges from KnitPro . Each has its own personality, and both offer excellent quality and value.
The Ginger Range
The KnitPro Ginger Tunisian Crochet Hook is crafted from warm-toned FSC certified birch wood. Skilled artisans hand finish each hook for a smooth, snag-free surface. They are warm to the touch and gentle on the hands – a pleasure to use during long crafting sessions.
Available in sizes 3mm to 5.5mm, they work beautifully with finer yarns and detailed work.
The Trendz Range
The KnitPro Trendz Tunisian Crochet Hook is colour-coded for easy size identification. This makes them quick and easy to use, especially for beginners.
Available in sizes 6mm to 12mm, they suit chunkier yarns and larger projects like afghans and throws. They offer great value and are simply perfect for anyone starting out.
Both ranges attach to KnitPro cables, which are available separately.
Which Tunisian Crochet Hook is Right for You?
If you work with DK or finer yarns and love natural materials, the Ginger range is a wonderful choice. If you prefer bold, chunky projects or are just starting out, the Trendz range offers great value and ease of use.
Many Tunisian crocheters end up with both – some Tunisian crochet hooks for fine work and others for bigger, cosier makes!
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a Tunisian crochet hook and a regular crochet hook?
Tunisian crochet hooks are longer than regular crochet hooks and are designed to hold multiple stitches at once. This is what gives Tunisian crochet its distinctive woven, textured look.
What sizes does the KnitPro Ginger range come in?
The KnitPro Ginger Tunisian Crochet Hook range comes in sizes 3mm to 5.5mm, making it well suited to finer yarns and detailed work.
What sizes does the KnitPro Trendz range come in?
The KnitPro Trendz Tunisian Crochet Hook range comes in sizes 6mm to 12mm, suited to chunkier yarns and larger projects like afghans and throws.
What is the difference between the Ginger and Trendz ranges?
The Ginger range is crafted from FSC certified birch wood, hand finished for a smooth, warm to the touch feel, ideal for finer work. The Trendz range is colour coded for easy size identification, making it especially easy for beginners to use, and suited to chunkier yarns.
Do I need a separate cable for my Tunisian crochet hook?
Both the Ginger and Trendz ranges attach to KnitPro cables, which are sold separately. A cable lets you work on wider projects than the hook alone can manage.
Which Tunisian crochet hook should a beginner choose?
Beginners often start with the Trendz range, since the colour coded sizing makes it easy to identify the right hook, and it suits the chunkier yarns commonly used for first projects.
