Does it matter what size hook you use for crochet?
Smaller hooks make finer and tighter crochet, while larger hooks produce a bulkier, more open weave. Patterns and yarn labels always suggest what size hook to use, but you may need to switch to a different size to achieve the correct gauge.
What are the different size crochet hooks?
A basic crochet hook set might range from E – J. Size E would be smaller than H, size J would be larger. You typically match your crochet hook size to your yarn weight, which is often on the yarn label. A beginner will usually work with worsted weight yarn and a size G or H crochet hook.
What size crochet hook goes with what yarn?
Yarn Weight & Crochet Hook Size Chart
| Yarn Weight Terms | Suggested Hook Size |
|---|---|
| 2-Fine | (E-4) 3.50 mm, (F-5) 3.75 mm |
| 3-Light, Light Worsted | (G-6) 4.00 mm, (7) 4.50 mm, (H-8) 5.00 mm |
| 4-Medium, Worsted | (I-9) 5.50 mm, (J-10) 6.00 mm, (K-11) 6.50 mm |
| 5-Bulky, Chunky | 7.00 mm, (L) 8.00 mm, (M/N) 9.00 mm |
What mm is an I crochet hook?
5.5mm
Crochet Hook Conversion Chart
| UK | Metric | US |
|---|---|---|
| 8 | 4.00mm | G/6 |
| 7 | 4.5mm | 7 |
| 6 | 5.00mm | H/8 |
| 5 | 5.5mm | I/9 |
What is the best size crochet hook for beginners?
5mm
Most beginners start out in the middle with a worsted-weight yarn and a size H-8 (5mm) hook. This is a good middle-of-the-road size that will help you get used to the rhythm of your crochet stitches. When you’re more experienced, you can try smaller hooks with lighter yarns as well as larger hooks with heavier yarns.
What happens if you use the wrong sized crochet hook?
The hook that you choose, combined with the yarn and your tension, will impact the gauge of the piece. This, in turn, gives you the finished project size. If you choose the wrong crochet hook, you might end up with a sweater that is much smaller or larger than intended.
How do you know what hook to use for yarn?
If you look at the label of any skein of yarn, there will be a suggested hook size listed, and an estimated number of stitches per inch (or 4 inches). Crochet a swatch with the stitch pattern you are going to use for your project, wash your yarn, let is dry, and then measure your stitches.
What size crochet hook should you use for fingering weight yarn?
Choose a Crochet Hook Size Based on Your Yarn Weight
| 2.25 mm | B | Fingering |
| 2.75 mm | C | |
| 3.25 mm | D | |
| 3.5 mm | E | |
| 3.75 mm | F | Sport |
What size is a 5 mm crochet hook?
Standard knitting needle and crochet hook sizes
| Metric diameter | US Knitting Needle Number | Corresponding Crochet Hook Size |
|---|---|---|
| 3.75 mm | 5 | F-5 |
| 4 mm | 6 | G-6 |
| 4.5 mm | 7 | 7 |
| 5 mm | 8 | H-8 |
What is the best yarn to use for beginners crochet?
A Dk weight yarn in acrylic, wool or cotton is what we would recommend as the best yarn for crochet for beginners. This is because they are generally quite uniform in thickness, plus if you make a mistake you can easily undo it.
Can you use a smaller crochet hook than recommended by yarn?
Hook size can mean the difference between making a sweater that’s so small it only fits a doll, or that same sweater turning out so big, it can fit three of you. Larger hooks generally work best with bigger weights of yarn. Smaller hooks generally work best with thinner weights of yarn.
Is it better to use bigger or smaller crochet hook?
If you are using the same pattern (same number of stitches and rows/rounds), a larger crochet hook will use up more yarn. If you are going for the same size of project (say a 36 by 36 inch blanket), a larger crochet hook will use up less yarn.