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Tulip Etimo Steel Crochet Hook Set

• The biggest advantage of the etimo hook is the elastomeric comfort grip
• Etimo hooks are made from durable superior quality aluminum with a polished finish that does not flake or chip
• Handle’s length and depth of the hook itself make stitching easier
• Includes 8 crochet hooks, 2 yarn needles, high quality thread, scissors, 4-1/2 inch plastic ruler and an attractive clutch to keep what is sure to be your most cherished tools safe and organized

Product Description

Customer Reviews

I have Osteo Arthritis in my hands and I absolutely love to filet crochet. I have had to forego making any filet or lace crochet since I was diagnosed with arthritis. That was true until now. These handles are such a joy to hold and I can filet crochet to my hearts content. The hook ends grab the thread and releases it so smoothly! You have the most common sizes all in one spot with scissors, yarn needle, and measuring tape. The case is one of the best parts. Easy to locate and perfect for travel. Thank you, Tulip, for another great product!!
I highly recommend this set for anyone who loves to crochet and requires some comfort in their hook.

Here’s what comes in this cute set:
size 14, 0.5mm
size 12, 0.6mm
size 10, 0.75mm
size 8, 0.9mm
size 6, 1.00mm
size 4, 1.25mm
size 2, 1.5mm
size 0, 1.75mm
small scissors, small tape measure, 2 needles, very nice snap-closure case
The hooks all have a slender (about 3/8″) plastic handle, and a plastic tip-cover for each hook.
The hooks look nice, feel nice, and glide through thread nicely.

Here’s the problem: They are not like any other hook sizes I have. My Boye size 5 is marked 1.9mm; Boye 7 is marked 1.65mm; Boye size 8 isn’t marked with a measurement but it’s a little bigger than 7 (who knows why); Boye 10 is 1.3mm; Susan Bates 11/12 is 1.0mm; Boye 13/14 is 0.9mm (I’ve only used it for #30 thread); Boye 3 is 2.1mm.

I use my #7 hook a lot. The one in this Tulip set that looked and felt most like it is the #2 at 1.5mm.

I want to be able to see a pattern that says “use size 10 thread and size 7 hook” — and know that when I grab the 7 hook it will be the size I want. This Tulip Etimo set won’t work for that purpose.

I’m going to return these and get the Susan Bates steelite hooks with bamboo handle, like Susan Bates Bamboo Handle / Steelite Head Crochet Hooks (5.50″) – Size 7. I have a few of those in the larger hook series (D, H, K) and I like them. The handles on this Tulip set are much smaller than the bamboo handles on the Bates hooks. I think the thicker handles will be better for my crampy hands.

I plan to use these for lace and beading – hook sizes are: 0/1.75mm, 2/1.50mm, 4/1.25mm, 6/1.00mm, 8/0.90mm, 10/0.75mm, 12/0.60mm & 14/0.50mm which easily fits right through a size 11 seed bead (perfect for adding tiny beads to cobweb weight knitting).

The hooks are perfectly smooth, the handles are soft with clearly marked sizes. Most impressive are the caps – they’re not just tubes of plastic, they fit firmly and have a solid end so if you bump them, it won’t collapse or crack. These are proper protection for your fine hooks. (I’ll try to add a photo but I’m new to this so we’ll see….)

The case is a pleasant surprise – the stitching and binding are high quality, and overall the size is smaller than I’d anticipated (a good thing if you like to take projects on travels). The case fastens quickly with a metal fastener and the fabric is a sturdy canvas. There’s also a sharp pair of scissors, a couple of darning needles, and space in the zippered pocket for a few more notions. Overall this is an impeccable tool set.

I didn’t crochet when I visited the Tulip needle factory in Japan (where these hooks are made) but I was impressed with how open they were and how proud the employees were to make quality needles. I’m very happy that I can buy these in the US and already saving up for the set of larger size hooks.

I am delighted with everything that came with this set of hooks, Tulip Etimo Steel Crochet Hook Set and how roomy it is to include other necessities for my crafts.

I bought the set to use with my crochet bead ropes. But I can also use it to add beads to my knitting.

I recommend this set for either and for both.

I found that I can use a larger hook with my beaded knitting. The smaller hook would only snag the yarn. The larger hook does not snag the yarn and still fits easily thru the bead. Win-Win!

These are the best crochet hooks ever and I have been crocheting for 45 years and these are absolutely the best ever and I have many crochet hooks I have tried. These are the best for tired Hands and ones that hurt from arthritis etc….I highly recommend these and it is a very nice plus that they come with a case and scissors and small ruler very nice all around set.

I have problems with wrist and elbow pain while crocheting with regular hooks. I used to use Clover soft touch hooks to get ergonomic relief. I tried the Tulip Etimo brand after reading that crochet artist Doris Chan recommended them. While the Clover ones where good, these hooks are even better at keeping the pain away.

This is now my go to hook set for working with threads and thin yarns. I love to make lace edges to put onto purchased items and I can do it relatively pain-free when I use these.

I also have purchased the gray and gold tone hooks and the larger set of pink crochet hooks for use with yarn. While the set is expensive, it is a real investment for the dedicated crocheter. I recommend it highly.