Holding a crochet hook

There are two ways to hold a crochet hook.

The idea is to hold it in the way that is most comfortable for you. Most people hold the hook in their dominant hand and the yarn in their non-dominant hand.

The instructions in this guide are for right-handed people. If you are left-handed, simply do it in reverse.

You can hold a crochet hook in one of the following ways:

Pencil grip

Knife grip

Image of hands holding a crochet hook

1. Place the crochet hook between your thumb and index finger. Like you would hold a pencil.

2. Use your third finger underneath to gain more balance and control.

1. Place your hand over the crochet hook, palm facing down.

2. Hold the hook between your thumb and index finger.

3. Wrap your other three fingers around the shaft to gain greater control.