The Lantern Moon Bequest set is six Tunisian crochet hooks handcrafted from sustainably sourced ebony, in 4, 5, 5.5, 6, 6.5 and 8 mm. Each is hand-polished to a liquid silk finish so stitches glide without snagging.
Tunisian crochet holds many loops on the hook at once, which is why these hooks attach to cords. The set includes two 360° swivel cords of nylon-coated stainless steel, 24" and 32" (60 and 80 cm), which rotate freely to avoid tangles. The joins between hook and cord are 24k plated brass.
It comes in a machine-washable khadi silk zip case with an embroidered floral motif, and suits Tunisian crocheters, or anyone who wants to start, with a set that's both useful and a pleasure to own.
Good for
- Tunisian crochet blankets and throws on the long cord
- Tunisian scarves and wraps
- Worsted to bulky yarns
- A gift for a crocheter
Using it
Attach the cord to a hook and tighten it with the included tightening tool; check it now and then on long projects. The two wooden end caps go on the far end of the cord to keep loops from sliding off. Tunisian fabric tends to curl, so many crocheters go up a hook size from what they'd use for regular crochet; swatch to find what gives you a flat fabric. For regular crochet, see the matching Radiance Ebony set.
Looking after it
Wipe the hooks with a soft, dry cloth and keep them away from water and heat. Store hooks and cords in the case; the case itself is machine washable.
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