Boye Crochet Master Steel and Aluminum Crochet Hook Set

I have always used Boye hooks and never found a better brand. This purchase is a gift for my daughter who is just beginning to learn the art.

I didn't buy these hooks thinking they'd be amazing, comfortable, and easy on the hands. They're metal and fairly small - smaller than a pencil. If I use these for too long, my hand does start to cramp up a bit, but I'm also a newbie and haven't developed as much endurance in my hands for the repetitive motions.That being said, these hooks are very useful if you're just starting out! You get basically every hook you could need to trying out doily patterns, and almost every hook you could need when working with medium weight yarns. Beyond this set, I've just purchased six hooks for working with bulky and super bulky yarns, and I feel pretty confident that I have every hook that I'll want for any project that I find.These hooks are accessibly priced for entering into the hobby, and once you've used these for a while you should have an idea of if you enjoy crochet enough to invest in more comfortable hooks (plus, you'll have a good idea of which hooks you use most often, and the way you hold your hook while working, which can be very important to choosing more ergonomic hook styles).My mother has had a set of these hooks since sometime in the late 70's or early 80's, and she still uses them exclusively. Her case is the grey-blue shown, but I've now purchased two sets (one for me and a friend) and gotten a maroon case and a Pepto pink case. It seems like a luck of the draw based on the seller.So, TL;DR, these are great inexpensive hooks to get anyone started in crochet. A lot of people buy this set and never bother to upgrade, while others will later choose to purchase more ergonomic hooks. Either way, these are great for getting into crochet to learn if you like the hobby before shelling out a bunch of money on other hook styles.

As a new starter with crochet, I was looking for a comprehensive selection of crochet hooks which weren't too expensive (in case I gave up - which I haven't). The set from Boye is excellent, the hooks are aluminium, they are easy to use, the wool I've been using slides off easily (DK yarn). The case is handy and neat, keeps everything together, Just a great purchase.

Great hooks. My all time favourite.

A beautiful set of just about all the crochet needles you will ever need. Love that they are made of durable steel and aluminum and not just some flimsy plastic.