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What size crochet hook should I use for my stitches to be 1/4 of an inch apart?

I need my stitches to be 1/4 of an inch apart, what size crochet hook should I use? Thanks!!

Public Comments

1. It depends what yarn you are using and which stitch you have chosen. Work a small square in the size hook recommended for that yarn as a guide and estimate from the size you get in the square.
2. The gauge depends on the size of the yarn and tension of the person crocheting. Generally the pattern will specify what hook size to use, but that is only a suggestion. The best thing to do is work up a swatch to check your gauge. If no hook size is recommended, start with a J hook if the pattern is an afghan or an I hook if the pattern is clothing, as these are the most common. Good luck.