Plastic or Carbonized tunisian hooks

[Jean20057]

So I want to start a Tunisian blanket, but I need new hooks for it. I have a couple, but they're nowhere near long enough. Anyway, I found some on amazon that I like, but I need a fellow crocheter's opinion. Unfortunately, my hubby is pretty much helpless, lol. So I guess my question is:


What are your opinions and experiences? Plastic or Bamboo?

[Jean20057]

Sorry, forgot to add the link to the products in question!

Here's the plastic ones:
Amazon.com: Neverland Beauty 12 Sizes Flexible Plastic Afghan Tunisian Crochet Hooks Weave Set Knit Needles

And here's the carbonized bamboo ones:
Amazon.com: niceeshop(TM) 1 Set (12pcs) Carbonized Bamboo Tunisian Crochet Hooks Circular Knitting Needles

[redhead]

So I want to start a Tunisian blanket, but I need new hooks for it. I have a couple, but they're nowhere near long enough. Anyway, I found some on amazon that I like, but I need a fellow crocheter's opinion. Unfortunately, my hubby is pretty much helpless, lol. So I guess my question is:


What are your opinions and experiences? Plastic or Bamboo?

I have some metal ones that I like but haven't used for a while. I have never owned or used any bamboo hooks. I made a pretty afghan that I loved. It has diamond shapes with smaller ones connecting where there would be holes. The only thing about any Tunisian hooks is that my squares will curl so badly (at least mine did). I was going to post some pictures...and I did but they are sitting sideways....Now I think (below) they are sitting the right way for you to see them! I still don't know how to delete the ones I don't want.

[Nova55]

I crocheted one afghan many moons ago with a metal tunisian hook, and I still have it somewhere! I have heard some lousy reviews on plastic hooks. Take a look at this one - Amazon.com: Leegoal 11Pcs 2-8mm 10.6" Multicolour Aluminum TUNISIAN/AFGHAN Crochet Hook Knit Needles and see what you think.

[Jean20057]

Thanks, Nova! I actually have a couple metal hooks like that. Only thing is, I don't think they will work for a full size blanket. I actually bought a set of the carbonized bamboo hooks, and they are about 48" long! I will have to let you know how they work when I start that project. I am actually in the process of making my mom a scarf using one of my metal tunisian hooks, as it's only going to be about 6" wide.

[Nova55]

I made the afghan so long ago, but I don't remember the hook length being a problem; the pattern did call for a mix of stitches, so I would think it would depend on the pattern. But please post pictures and let us know how you liked the hook!

[DebbyR]

patty that is so beautiful!!!

[crochetdiva]

All I can say is WOW!

[crochetdiva]

I have metal Tunisian crochet hooks. They are cold and make noise when you drop them. I must try the bamboo hooks for comfort.

[brjcrochettalk133]

I had purchased the carbonized hooks with 40" lanyard and stopper button already attached. I used the set to make a scarf which didn't need the lanyard and the six inch (or so) hook performed very well. I have no doubt that this will work better for larger projects and it was convenient even for the scarf to slide the stitches off onto the lanyard when putting it down. With the lanyard being a material similar to a soft straw, it was easy to tie the excess lanyard up with a rubber band to keep it out f the way while working.
Hope this helps.

Berta