Let’s talk tools of the trade.

Facts:

1. Knife or Pencil: Early crocheters held their hooks in a “pencil hold” to look more dainty, but the “knife hold” became more popular to reduce strain on the hand and wrists from things like carpal tunnel syndrome.

2. Yarn Eater: Even though it takes less time to complete a crochet project, crochet uses up to 1/3 more yarn than knitting.

Opinions:

1. Despite popular opinion, I firmly believe that there is no wrong way to hold a crochet hook. As long as it works for you, then it isn’t wrong.

2. Having a big yarn stash is always the right answer. Just because you don’t need the color now, doesn’t mean you won’t in the future, especially if it’s had-dyed. Those colors are always impossible to find later down the road unless the dyer is still in business and is willing to make a small batch for you.