I was worried after reading the negative reviews here, but I really needed to replace my old Susan Bates hooks. I much prefer the shape of them as compared to the Boye style heads. The finish isn't perfect right out of the plastic (expect some squeaking) but after a tiny bit of use they smooth out. No snags on the set I received. Definitely recommend for the price.
These wonderful (and inexpensive!) hooks work perfectly for me. I am just beginning to get into crocheting, and I find working with these inline hooks very easy. They do not have rough edges and do not snag on the yarn like some of the plastic hooks I have used. They feel sturdy and well-made. It is hard to find inline aluminum hooks for such a good price!
I am currently using one of these to make a chevron blanket for my daughter, and it has been great to work with. Feels good in my hand, easy to hold comfortably, and the blanket comes together quickly while I am working on it. The size range provided has given me the hooks I need to be able to make all of my beginner level projects. I am very happy with this purchase.
After watching a recent youtube video on the different types of crochet hooks, #Marlybird, I thought I'd try a Susan Bates crochet hook and purchased one with a longer slightly padded handle. The hook was GREAT! I couldn't believe how well the yarn was staying and how much faster I was able to crochet due to the secure yarn in the hook. Unfortunately, that hooks, pictured on the right in the photo with the dark padded handle, wasn't as padded as I needed for my arthritic joints. Therefore, I purchased this set of six hooks and the comfort cushions, the blue pads on the left, that made all the difference and I can now crochet for hours at a time. The hooks are sturdy and very lightweight to use. My only suggestion to Susan Bates (Red Heart) is that they make crochet hooks that have a wider and softer handle than the only one I was able to find that they make. Since the majority of their users are older and may have arthritis like me, it's just a wise thing to consider. In the meantime, the cushions are great and can be found here on Amazon.
I will not crochet without my Susan Bates hooks. I lost my H while taking my mother to the doctor. I was lost for the couple of days it took to get another Susan Bates hook here. Yeah, I had another H but it doesn't feel the same, work the same or ever has the same size outcome. I am now 66 years old, have been using a hook since I was about 10 and the H I lost was the first H I ever owned...that will tell you a bit about how they hold up as well! Oh and I have made hundreds of blankets using just that hook. On a pleasant parting note...when I called the doctors office once they reopened (had to wait a weekend plus a day)...they had my hook. So now I'm crocheting w/ a 50 year old hook again AND I have a spare!
I learned how 2 crochet in about 2007..about a month into practicing with kids that i worked with in a class instructed bymy then colleague, she pulled a hook..it was a susan bates hook and she told me that it was her favorite hook because it had a little slant that she swore by. I t was a smaller size (4.5I think)but when I tell you it was ..well still my favorite I had it for years and tried to only use that hook. I always had to buy boyle (think thats the brand) because whenever I go to a store and look for susan bates they never have them. I should have been came here..love this set and will have it forever..lol I dont know what that slant was designed to do but all I know is that no other hooks have that slant, but with the SB hooks, my crocheting speed is amazing. I find that its less yarn slippage and it doesn't get caught or tangled as much. I highly recommend these hooks to any one who crochets or would like to learn.
Feature Product
- These silvalume hooks is made of lightweight aluminum
- Each hook undergoes a special anodizing process that etches away all surface impurities
- Each hook is heat treated for strength and durability and polished for a velvety smooth finish
- These hooks famous in line head helps reduce wrist motion for fatigue free crocheting and helps you maintain a more consistent gauge
- Each gift set contains six hooks in us sizes 3.75-mm, 4-mm, 5-mm, 5.5-mm, 6-mm and 6.5-mm
Description
These silvalume hook have the broadest range within the Susan bates family of hook. Made of lightweight aluminum, each silvalume hook undergoes a special anodizing process that etches away all surface impurities. In addition, each hook is heat treated for strength and durability and polished for a velvety smooth finish. Each size is color coded so you can find the size you need at a glance. The vinyl case is perfect to store your hooks safely. These hooks famous in line head helps reduce wrist motion for fatigue free crocheting and helps you maintain a more consistent gauge. Each gift set contains six hooks in US sizes 3.75 mm, 4 mm, 5 mm, 5.5 mm, 6 mm and 6.5 mm.
I love these hooks. I prefer hooks with an in-line neck, as opposed to the tapered. I have been using these hooks for years, but recently had to buy more due to a move and some getting lost. Boye hooks have a tendency to be bent in the hook, making it difficult to crochet without catching and splitting the yarn. Bates hooks on the other hand, I've never had any issues with yarn splitting unless it was already split coming from the skein. The hook is always perfectly aligned with the shaft which make quicker work than some others I've used. I'm not a fan of wooden hooks because the yarn grabs and sticks too much for my liking and they feel so delicate, but these Bates hooks are so smooth and they also feel sturdy in the hand. I recommend these for both beginners and experienced yarn workers.
I bought these as a starter set of hooks with the basic sizes I would need. The colors of the hooks are pretty and they come in a plastic pouch. The hooks slide very easily through your yarn to minimize the stress on your hands and wrist, and they keep the yarn from splitting/snagging. The hooks are sturdy and are high quality. These are great for anyone looking for a beginner set or to add to their hook collection. I will definitely buy more sizes from this brand if needed. These arrived quickly and were a great value for the price. I highly recommend this set!
I taught myself to crochet 6 years ago with Boye hooks. I've used them exclusively (save for two light up ones I bought for crocheting in the car) and never considered switching brands. I crochet a moderate amount and sell a good portion of my projects. Someone requested an item that needed a J hook, which I did not have, so when I went to purchase I figured why not just try this inexpensive set to see if it makes my crocheting any easier or faster. Many reviews led me to believe that I'd become a crocheting machine once I had these hooks, and they do work well, but sadly I haven't seen any great improvement in my speed or fluidity since making the switch. Since receiving them however, I have used them almost exclusively which I guess says I like them at least equally well to the Boye hooks. I have found that the shaft is shorter on the larger hooks which makes fitting multiple loops for double, triple, crocheting together, etc. tricky at times.
I learned to crochet from my grandmother years ago, but only picked it up again in the last few years. I had a couple of these hooks that she'd given me over the years; literally, two of them, a J size and an F size. I finally decided it was time for my own set. With prime shipping, these were like half the price they are in my local craft stores for the same set, so it was a no-brainer to order them.
The hooks I got seem to be of the same quality as my older ones. I love the way the yarn slides on them so easily and I'm used to the shape and slant of the tip, so I like it. I can't speak to more intricate projects; I don't really get past mid-level difficulty in my projects. But for simple blankets, scarves, hats and bags, I'm very happy with these and I do love the colors.
I will say a couple of mine arrived slightly chipped in spots. It doesn't affect their utility or anything, and my old ones are a little chipped too, but just sayin'. Still very happy with them.
After struggling with the other brand of hooks for YEARS I heard of Susan Bates brand and decided to try them out. I had no idea there would be such a difference! Crocheting is no longer a chore for me. I was able to change my grip/motion enough that I can go a lot longer before any pain sets in (I have Fibromyalgia making it difficult sometimes). My stitches are much more consistent. I wish I would have found them sooner, but so glad I at least have them now!
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