Frequently Asked Questions

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This depends on the person because some people like the sharpness of a Susan Bates hook and some people like the roundness of a Boy hook. But me personally I like Clover hooks which is in the middle of a Susan Bates and Boy hooks. So you have to find the best hook for your self and explore all of them a little bit, because we are all different and have different preferences.

DK weight yarn is the thinnest out of these three its a size 3 yarn. Worsted weight yarn is a size 4 yarn and it is thinner than bulky weight yarn but thicker than DK weight yarn and is typically used for projects such as sweaters, scarves, hats and most amigurumi. Bulky weight yarn is a size 5 yarn and is the thickest of these three yarns and is often used for chunky blankets, throws, and accessories.

Amigurumi is a style of crochet that you need to work in the round for and you end up with a cut little animal or doll. Amigurumi originated in Japan and is still a very popular thing there to day. The word Amigurumi is a compound of the word ami meaning "crocheted or knitted" , and the word kurumi "wrapping", as in nuigurumi which is "sewn stuffed dolls".