Crochet Hook Anatomy And Types

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Do you know the parts of a crochet hook?

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Let's list the 8 parts & then place it on a photo --->

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The photo above shows all the parts of the crochet hook anatomy. You can see that the head contains for parts; lip, bowl, point and throat. While the other parts are the shaft, handle and grip. Learn more

Do you know the difference between an inline and tapered crochet hook?

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On a tapered crochet hook the final part towards the head is not aligned with the rest of the hook. On an inline crochet hook the head of the crochet hook is aligned with the shaft. Arrow Arrow Learn more

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Crochet Hook Anatomy And Types

Everything You Need To Know

Do you know the parts of a crochet hook?

Let's list the 8 parts & then place it on a photo --->

Do you know the difference between an inline and tapered crochet hook?

Want to learn more?