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Crochet Supplies for Beginners
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items I learned how to crochet from my grandma as a young child but picked it back up a few years ago. When I first learned to crochet I was using some of those metal hooks… If that's you, you need to upgrade!! Here’s a list of some of my supply recommendations for new (or experienced) crocheters. These are items I use every single day and swear by.
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Amigurumi specific supplies
Tools
Here’s some of the basic tools you will need to get started
These are some of my favorite hooks! While they are plastic and can break, their ergonomic handles are much easier on the wrists than the typical metal hooks you will find in beginner kits.
Crochet Hooks - Prym Consumer USA Inc.
You will need some tapestry needles to sew in your loose ends! I like having a variety of sizes so that I have one for any type of yarn I come up against!
Hekisn Large-Eye Blunt Needles, 9 Pieces
Stitch markers are amazing for beginners to help you mark your stitches and identify certain areas of your pattern if you need. I am a seasoned crocheted and still use these for almost every project to at least mark the very first stitch of my rounds...
Meikeer 150 Pcs Knitting Crochet Stitch Markers
I love these hooks, especially the larger size ones! These larger size ones are very durable and have ergonomic handles to help save you some wrist pain.
Prym Ergonomics Large Crochet Hook Set
You’ll need a small pair of scissors to finish off all your projects!
BIHRTC Mini Embroidery Scissors with Case
Once you start really getting into projects and building your yarn collection you will need this winder in order to make yarn cakes out of your 1/2 used skeins.
Knit Picks Hand Operated Yarn Ball Winder (Purple)
If you have been crocheting for a while and have been getting the hang of it, I would suggest you try out a Furls hook. These have a really nice ergonomic handle and are made with resin so they glide on your yarn so easily.
Streamline Resin Crochet Hooks | Furls Crochet
You need to have a carrying case for your hooks otherwise, you likely will misplace them (I'm guilty as charged on this offence). Hooks are also fragile if you drop/sit on them, so having a dedicated place to put them is helpful. :)
Prym Roll & Organizer Crochet Hook Case
If you're going to be making large projects that will need blocking (think wearables) you will need to get some blocking boards! I love these ones because you can connect as many tiles together as you need to block your project out.
Granny Crochet Blocking Board 9 pc Set
If you want to make granny squares, one of these bamboo blocking boards is a MUST have. This ensures your squares stay square and allows you to stretch out multiple stacks of squares at a time.
11.8" Crochet Blocking Board with 20 Pins
As a newbie at crochet, it can sometimes be difficult to look at your project and know what row you are on. These little devices come in handy to help remind you! Every time you finish a row you simply turn the knob and the number will tick up! I used these ALOT when I first started and they were a lifesaver.
Row Counter
Amigurumi specific supplies
Safety eyes are a must for amigurumi!
UPINS 120PCS Plastic Safety Crochet Eyes 10mm
This Polyfil is so soft and luxurious. I used this for a lot of my first plushies.
Fairfield Silky Poly-Fil, 12oz Pillow Stuffing
A second great option for poly-fil! This one is more cost effective.
Fairfield Poly-Fil Premium Fiber Fill, 20 lbs