The very kind UPS driver brought me several presents yesterday. First is the long anticipated Denise Interchangeable crochet hook set. I took mine home last night and put them through a serious workout. I am thrilled! The hooks, like their knitting needles, are smooth and comfortable on the hands. The joins are smooth and the cable is not annoying like so many flexible hooks. Individual hooks can be purchased so that double ended hooks can be created; there are 4 stoppers so that a single flexible hook is created. You can also take the hook off and put another stopper on to hold the stitches for future stitching.
I have just begun playing with them but I would definitely recommend them. The hooks can also be used alone as a regular crochet hook. There is a small thumb grip and the head is inline, more like a Susan Bates than a Boye. We have 3 sets at the shop and they retail for $40.00. The hook sizes go from F/3.75mm to a 19/15mm. I feel more tunisian projects in my future!
Speaking of that, Interweave Crochet for fall comes out the end of this month - the preview should be on the website this week. CAL anyone?
Also new is Kim Werker's book Crocheted Gifts. This is a compilation of projects from many designers we all know and love, as well as some fresh new crochet voices. The book is beautifully photographed, styled and presented. However, none of that would matter if the projects were not things I would like to make and give. There are gifts for women, men, babies, and the home; most are small, some are big; some for beginners-intermediate as well as for the more advanced crocheter. The projects span the seasons so this is not just a "holiday" book but the kind of resource you will go back to over and over again for those "go to" gifts that will cement your reputation as the best gift giver in the family.
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