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I'm a 11 year old male who loves to crochet but my grandma call me gay for it i buy to much yarn and my anxiety messes all my projects up , but you i inspired me
@ keep being you! And know that mistakes are part of the learning process! When you make a mistake try to figure out what went wrong! Think of it as a puzzle and not something to be perfect about! Perfection is boring!! ❤️❤️❤️
I agree. I bought a crochet hook set on Amazon and they were so hard to work with at the beginning I almost returned them. Until I figured out they had some sort of coating and that by vigorously rubbing them on my t-shirt they turned out just fine 😅
I clean all my crochet hooks n4 using them bcuz 99% of the time there’s always residue on them from the factory/mill. I use alcohol or polish them w/an old tshirt. Takes care of the drag.
Oh my gosh! It works! I did that on some of my cheaper ones that have drag and boy did that make a difference. It left dingy on the cloth I used. They are smoother now. Thanks! 🥰
I love the ladies who gave the tip of getting the coating from the factory off the crochet hooks. I LEARN SO MUCH FROM THIS CROCHET COMMUNITY!! THANK YOU 😊
The dollar tree hooks are what have helped me get into crochet due to not being able to afford other hooks. Ive had them for a year and they're my pride and joy, absolutely amazing and I haven't had any problems with them 👍✨
I really like for just a few dollars, a person who is not sure if they like crochet, can try it out for barely any money! I'm a total sucker for storage containers! Thank you for bringing all these items to our attention!😊
Dollar tree is what finally got me to pick it up for the first time since childhood! As a kid I only learned how to chain - now I'm making all kinds of stuff!!
as a young crocheter, i love these. My mother doesn't trust me with more expensive items because she believes its just a phase lmfao, i have so many of the items you listed in this and the first two crochet hook you showed i actually have! they're holding up great so far and i love them, i like watching your videos in the background whenever i crochet.
I recommend the plastic hooks to everyone, from newbie to veteran crocheters. I can rarely find them now, but I've bought them every time I find them (and I share them)
I’m so happy to see young people getting into crochet. I used to sit with my mother and her sisters and crochet afghans - granny square and ripple. I still have one I made 50 years ago.
The metal Dollar Tree knitting needles are really worth the dollar. They're very smooth and nice to work with. Love the chenille yarn for making small amigurumi like peeps for Easter baskets.
I watched this and then watched the one from 4 months ago about things you won't be buying in 2024. I had to giggle when you were so adamant about not buying any crochet hooks this year and then you bought the ones at the dollar store! 😂
Okay, Dollar Tree should hire you. You have the coolest videos and have made me a fan. My crochet group is always pushing the pricy hooks and yarns, but I think you have found some awesome buys. Also, I love reading the comments of your yarn community. They, too, have great suggestions
I watched a video couple of days ago about people who leave criticising comments when knitters/crocheters use cheaper yarns and equipment. This video shows people shouldn't be so judgemental. You can get some really nice stuff in discount stores. Here in the UK we have Poundland, B&M Bargains and Home Bargains and I've had some really nice yarn and goodies from all three.
I wholeheartedly agree. What really matters is the craftmanship, in my opinion. I am still using my grandma’s set of thin chromed hooks that I inherited in 1985, with no issues whatsoever.
Could your husband do the smoothness tester on these hooks? I found that fascinating, and would also be curious if he sees a difference after a) rubbing it with a paper bag and/or b) washing with soap and water like some have suggested.
The Chanel yarn from Dollar tree actually works really good. As for frogging as long as you do it gently and slowly, it won’t really thin out, but if you do it kind of rough and fast, it will thin, but it doesn’t really shed much. I’ve been using it for almost 2 years now and it hasn’t let me down when it comes to my plushies and my customers love how soft the plushies are!! dollar tree also has another brand of Chanel yarn. That’s a number for worsted weight that works really well as well.
This video was very helpful for me! I’m a camp counselor and I crochet on the bus when we go on field trips. My campers have been begging me to teach them, but I didn’t know where to order half decent crochet hooks for a low price. We’re ordering the first ones and the bulk order is actually perfect!
Old school tools to determine the weight of the yarn is too look at the Guage box that has a figure of knitting needles. The box is 10 x 10 cm, or apox 4 inches. In the center is the recommend needle size. The bottom of square you will see the number of stitches in 4 inches. Divide the number if stitches by 4 to get the stitches per inch. 5 stitches per inch = worsted weight or a 4 weight, 6 = sport 3 weight 5.5 = dk, 4.5 = light bulky and so on. It looked liked the skein you had was 18 stitches per 4 inches or 4.5 stitches to the inch so a heavier worsted weight 4. Hope this helps.
I saw amigurumi kits yesterday at my local Dollar Tree! They’re very simple but are definitely aiming to be Woobles dupes. Might be interesting to see if they’re any good. (Hint, hint!) 😂
I tried the avocado kit. I found the pattern to be hard to read/understand. I consider myself an intermediate/beginner when it comes to amigarumi, so it could have just been me. Also, my kit didn’t give me enough yarn to finish the project. I ended us getting frustrated and tossed it. 🤷🏻♀️.
Those kits are the whole reason I learned how to crochet. My mother bought me the star amigurumi one as a little gift, and I wanted to learn how to crochet so I could make it for her.
@@ferrisbean I purchased their Pooh Bear and Piglet kit. It's going to be my introduction to amigurumi. I hope it turns out well. I plan on using them for stocking stuffers for my two little boys.
These hooks were a great surprise! They are great mobile hooks. Throw them in any bag and it’s not a catastrophe if one gets lost. I do have the plastic ones for places where you cannot bring metal hooks.
your DT has so much yarn! my DT has a good amount of the craft stuff but for yarn specifically they only ever have like, half of a small cardboard box of random skeins
A couple of years ago I was visiting my daughter and had forgotten to pack my hooks. In a pinch she took me to the dollar tree where I picked up an assortment of the plastic hooks, and they quickly became my favorites for almost every project! My bin full of expensive crochet hooks has practically become obsolete for me.
I bought that 4.5mm metal dollar tree hook back in November and it’s held up really well! I’ve used it for several projects, and I like it a lot. It’s pretty comparable to the Clover hook I have in the same size (though I’m a cheapskate and usually prefer the basic susan bates hooks w/ a grippy lol)
Our current dollar tree is a closet and we have barely any of the things you showcased but we are getting a huge one and I am excited! I use the cutting mats as a place to put my hot glue gun when I am using and they make great mouse pads.
The plastic hooks are great for traveling. I am always dropping them between the seat of the car. No big loss. I haven't tried the metal ones yet. The color pop yarn is pretty.The magnets work well as needle minders. I glue a cute button on the top to pretty them up.
Bought DT Just Chenille yesterday and really liked it. I have never worked with chenille type yarns before. I have been crocheting since I was 8 and I am 70 now. I started crocheting amigurumi about a year ago but never plushies. Yesterday was my first experience with it and I made 4 Axoloti to give away to the neighbor kids. My experience was similar to your demo when frogging and a little shedding after trimming the ends off, but was easy to work with. Can’t beat the price for small projects.
Love watching your videos... just have to say... i see you love to shop.... I'm 77 and am now in the process of trying to use us ALL the stuff I shopped for over the years.... because i am also not one to throw ANYTHING away! Just sayin'...LOL
I am so afraid that after I am gone a some poor person has to go through all the knit & crochet items and accessories (not to mentionI the yarn shop I have in my bedroom) have purchased over the years is going to think I am crazy. I think it would be fun to find a young knit/crochet enthusiastic person whom I can list as the benifiary of my craft items. How fun would that be.
Thanks for the video! I have never seen the hooks at my local store. My three daughters also like to crochet. When my oldest comes for a visit, I always lose a skein of yarn and a crochet hook, because she will start a project and then take it home with her. lol 😂. I am going to stock up on the yarn and hooks so she can use those next time. 😂❤ Also, I found a cure hook storage at the Dollar Tree in the toy section. It’s a pink “Barbie” clothes & accessory bag. It’s a pink canvas with a clear top and a zipper closure. I keep my hooks in it along with a small notebook, a pen, scissors, stitch markers and a darning needle in it. It’s easy to grab when I am working on a project and has everything I need.
Thanks for this review of Dollar Tree crochet hooks, I've been wondering about them. My grandson(9) has expressed an interest in crochet recently. He's been trying to get his tension just right. He asked me for his own supplies. I didn't really want to give him mine but not sure if I should spend money on items from craft store or cheaper products from Dollar Tree. This was so helpful. I'll be planning a trip with him to the dollar Tree for his first hooks. Thanks , keep doing what you do❣️
Hi Elise and right now I am working on my cottage core mosaic blanket and granny squares blanket and butterfly mosaic blanket and a baby blanket and I love your channel and your videos and if you keep making videos I will keep watching them and what is your favorite crochet project to work on right now and favorite types of yarn to used when crocheting and keep up the great work on your RUclips channel and keep up the great work on your crochet projects
Hi Elise, I use both Dollar Tree hooks, and I like using them. I agree there are not enough sizes to choose from. I've been using both hooks for about 2 years and they are holding up well. I agree the plastic hooks are not ideal for working tight stiches or if you have a tight grip. I teach children to crochet and I don't recommend using the plastic hooks, though the colors are pretty. Thanks for sharing.
I love the metal dollar tree crochet hooks. they are my go to for projects between G and I. I don't like the plastic ones. I also love their small circular storage containers for the backs of my safety eyes.
I recently moved and while waiting for my crochet hooks to catch up to me I got all three of the Dollar Tree hooks. I love them and so far they are standing up to crocheting. I have my hooks and yarn now, but I have been working on these hooks and haven't changed to mine unless I need a smaller hook.
I L❤️VE, L❤️VE, L❤️VE, when you do these types of videos! Now, you are making me want to go to my local Dollar Tree, and see if they have what you just purchased. ☺️
Great information and a fantastic haul. I am in Canada, but we have dollar tree too. I will have to go see what I can find. Hopefully I'll get out with less than $75 though. 😉😂🤣
I had my Dollar tree grocery hook from the start of my journey, which was probably like two years and it’s holding up very good like I’m still using it to this day. I’ve not bought another hook since I bought that one.
I use the cutting mat for putting on my safety eyes with the safety eye tool you demonstrated. The chalkboard stickers that’s a great idea. I’m going to try that. I haven’t been able to find the crochet hooks, I’ll be on the lookout though. God bless have a great week
i've been crocheting about 3 years now and about a year or so ago decided to try knitting, but didnt wanna spend a bunch of money on knitting needles so i actually got some from the dollar tree and thats how i learned i liked knitting. really a great way to know if your gonna like a craft or not
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YOUR Dollar tree is very well stocked with yarn. I'm in Ontario, Canada & the Dollar tree store in my area has minimal yarn one or bins. Last week I liked what I saw & tried Crafter's square twist yarn $1.50 CDN. I made a bucket hat for my 2 yr old grand daughter & I'm very happy with the soft texture. Thank you.
Have you tried the website? I'm not sure how the shipping situation would be for Canada. But, I am able to ship to my local store for free. I think you have to buy their yarn in groups of 4, if I remember right. The color options online are beautiful, though, since you aren't limited to what your store has.
I have all the dollar tree hooks. I love the ones with the handles. I think they hold up pretty well to the clovers. I've used them a lot and they are still in great condition. The plastic ones are pretty okay for plastic hooks. I'm not a big fan of plastic hooks. I love the head on the metal hooks. One of mine had a catch like a bump in the metal, I sanded it down with a finger nail file and after that it was great.
Hi Elise, I picked up a skein of the Just Yarn Worsted a long while ago with the intention of splitting it and making some Barbie clothes. Though I really like how it feels, I haven't put it to work yet. That's only because I kinda stopped making Barbie clothes for a bit to focus more on my sock knitting skills. I'm a big fan of notebooks too! And, I use the style you picked up for keeping track of my blood sugar numbers, insulin doses, and meal notes - like what I ate and the carb grams from food labels. I love the mini glass "cookie jar" style jars you picked up! Besides making me think of my granny's cookies, 😊 I think they'll be perfect for sorting and storing my smaller leftover yarns and your colorful yarn bobbins will look gorgeous in them too! The last crafty items I bought at Dollar Tree was a plastic, circular, 8 compartment, flip-top storage piece to put my lightbulb stitch markers in. I'm also a fan of the composition books I find at Dollar Tree. I started keeping track of my finished objects (knit and crochet) in them and I use them for project planning, genealogy notes, hook and needle inventory, yarn stash and anything else I might need them for. Lol! There's always a good use for them. Anyway, thanks for the wonderful video, Elise. You always have such great ideas and inspire me to keep creating. ✌️💜🧶
I really like the Dollar Tree☺️ you never know what treasures you will find. I’m currently enjoying those hooks that came in your mystery box! I use the tiny mat for quilting, when I want to keep it close to my machine. Have a great weekend ☺️💕👍🏼🧶
I always enjoy your videos. You are so professional, yet warm and inviting!! I have learned so much from you!! The Dollar Tree near me does have a craft aisle, but not at all like yours. I will be on the hunt! Wishing you much continued success❤
I have the metal hooks in 4.5 and 5.0. I have been using them for about a year now and they are my go to hook. I have made amigurumi, scarves and sweaters. Mine do not drag but I am not going to say they didn't in the beginning. They are well loved. Price bonus❤
I got the dollar tree craft scissors around 2 or 3 years ago. I keep them in my crochet bag, probably one of the only things from dollar tree that I use on a daily basis.
As someone who started with the Yarniss set from amazon, I love that the Dollar Tree hook has less drag 😂 I love the Just Yarn from DT, they offer such pretty colors! And the storage options from DT, obsessed! My home organization has skyrocketed since a DTopened in my town; I love the variety of options, and they have some great quality ones, all for $1.25!
If you do bead crafts, one of my favorite DT finds is a circular container with 6 pie-shaped sections. Each section seals with its own hinged lid, which is SO convenient!
I absolutely love the dollar tree metal crochet hooks, they are something i look for every time i go I've been using them for about 6 months and they are holding up really well. For the just chenille, I know it's listed as a #6 but I've found it to be closer to a #4 and works well with amigurumi using a 4mm hook
Did you check the size with a standardized gage or calipers? Some Amazon hooks don't measure true to printed/engraved size and wonder how these measure.
Hi Elise. I’m in the UK and we don’t have Dollar Tree, but we do have Poundland which is similar but not as good. What I was wondering is, have you tried any of the yarn from Temu yet? I have tried their chenille yarn and I have to say I love it. It crochets beautifully and frogs really well. Also their crochet kits are really cool too. I buy the all the time so I really recommend them. Maybe you could do a video review on these!
Yes, I do. I really like the hooks from Dollar Tree and all kind of yarns too. I made shells with these products very often. But in the local store does not have all the products, they just have a few of them.
I'm curious... Did you notice if your local Dollar Tree had the Crafters Square Amigurumi kits? There appear to be six in the series of them. I bought them all, but I've only made the unicorn so far. I would be curious to see you review these.
I'm obsessed with the dollar tree crochet hooks they are my favorite. I actually really like that they flex and they have never broken on me even making really tight things. I use the smaller ones too. I like that they are not as slippy as metal but don't drag as bad as wood.
I was at my one of my local Dollar Trees yesterday, and it’s so true they are hit and miss. I get excited when they have what I came to buy. Nothing but the tiny cotton yarn skeins. I’ve been waiting for hooks to show up.
I ordered the same crochet hook set on Amazon last year, as I was just starting to crochet, thinking it would be a good way to get a good assortment of sizes...I hated them! I just thought it was because I was a beginner, and didn't know what I was doing, so I feel a lot better to learn that you don't like them, either! Thank you!
Those magnetic buttons are great for keeping up with your needles but also.. on the isle with tools and stuff you can find a work bench bowl that is magnetized and made for keeping screws and stuff together when mechanics work on engines. It's absolutely amazing. I got on at Dollarama (I'm Canadian) and another at autozone in the states. Now I always keep one in my travel bag for crocheting in the car. You could also toss a couple of those magnetic buttons into one of the little tin gift card holders and have a closeable needle keeper.
I really like the chenille yarn from DT. I was surprised at how easy it was to work with. I haven't tried the hooks. The Just Yarn is nice, too. You can't beat DT for storage stuff!
Another great video thank you. One of my favorite items I buy from dollar tree for my crochet is the essentials heavy duty storage bags. They come in 2 sizes L and XXL. The L size has 2 bags per box the XXL just has one per box. These bags are ziplock and have a nice handle. These are so great for holding your yarn and your crochet project as you’re working on it. I wish I could add a picture of the box but I don’t know how to do that. You can find it on the dollar tree website. I just checked the website you can buy 48 of them for$60. They can be hard at times to find them in the stores at times.
I have the 5mm metal and plastic handle hook . I have had it for a couple of years now. I love it, it's nice and smooth now . For a dollar at the time it's a good hook. I use it for traveling, if it gets lost it's not bad
What an excellent review. Not everyone remembers to think about how people who hold their hook and yarn differently might fare. The majority of my hooks (even ergonomic ones) are less than $3. Now I have more to hunt down! I hate plastic hooks but the bendy ones are too cute and your review sold me.
I've had my hook since they first started having them in the store before the price went up and it's still holding up just fine and I crochet a lot almost everyday
The dollar tree crochet hooks are my primary hooks of those sizes :) they've been fantastic. I can't remember exactly when I bought them, but it was at least a year ago and they've been just as good as the first day I got em
I love going to Dollar Tree! I have bought some hooks, but the plastic ones broke on me because I make amigurumi. Those tight stitches need metal hooks! 😂 Lesson learned a few years ago when I started making them. I used to buy some yarns there as well, but my local store doesn't always carry them, but also, I usually need more yardage per yarn. However, sometimes I see colors that I don't find in brands I normally use so I'll grab a few. Ain't nothing wrong with Dollar Tree -- for yarns, hooks, or anything really. Thanks for making this video and sharing it with us!
I was watching the video and laughing because I can relate to you. Even though we don't know each other, we are so alike. I go to Dollar Tree and do the same. They have so many cute things, and in my mind, I always find something to do with them 😂😂😂!!! Thank you so much for sharing with us every one of your findings❤!!! I appreciate you lots ❤🌹🥰!!!
I LOVE my Dollar Tree plastic hooks! I will admit, I did break a pink one once, but at that price point, I still feel like I get my money’s worth. If I have the size I need in my DT hooks, they are what I use. 🥰 DT yarn is definitely a decent value. I especially like their cotton - at least the Premier brand yarn. I’ve only ever bought one skein of Crafter’s Square, and I have yet to use it.
I bought the yarniss hook set and use it all the time. ❤ I've been crocheting for over 30 years. Soap and water is a great idea, thanks! I don't care for the yarns at Dollar Tree either. I have gotten a lot the little things you have they are awesome things to help with organizing!
I love the ergonomic hooks from Dollar Tree! I've been using mine for over a year now, and they're going strong. I just picked up some plastic hooks and a crochet kit at Dollar Tree. The kit was fun but NOT for beginners
Dear Elise, Thank you for sharing your haul from Dollar Tree (next time one of my family goes to the US I’m sending them to Dollar Tree to bring me some yarn 🧶😍)! I’m in Australia 🇦🇺 no DT here but we do have some Crafters Choice hooks I’ve seen in our stores (BigW and Spotlight) I purchased two sets of the plastic hooks for my friends kids a few years ago for Christmas - I’ll have to ask the girls if the hooks are okay to work with, maybe borrow one to try! I love the storage ideas 💡 Miss Olive is so sweet 😻 Glad your son has found a mattress that will relieve his pain. God’s Blessings to you and your family 🙏🏽🩷🧶💜😻🐶
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I'm a 11 year old male who loves to crochet but my grandma call me gay for it i buy to much yarn and my anxiety messes all my projects up , but you i inspired me
@ keep being you! And know that mistakes are part of the learning process! When you make a mistake try to figure out what went wrong! Think of it as a puzzle and not something to be perfect about! Perfection is boring!! ❤️❤️❤️
Elise if the hooks drag just wash them soap and water and they’ll be smooth..There’s always a coating on them it seems to me.
Thank you for sharing!! 🧶🧶🧶
Thnx 4 the tip
I agree. I bought a crochet hook set on Amazon and they were so hard to work with at the beginning I almost returned them. Until I figured out they had some sort of coating and that by vigorously rubbing them on my t-shirt they turned out just fine 😅
I clean all my crochet hooks n4 using them bcuz 99% of the time there’s always residue on them from the factory/mill.
I use alcohol or polish them w/an old tshirt. Takes care of the drag.
Oh my gosh! It works! I did that on some of my cheaper ones that have drag and boy did that make a difference. It left dingy on the cloth I used. They are smoother now. Thanks! 🥰
I love the ladies who gave the tip of getting the coating from the factory off the crochet hooks. I LEARN SO MUCH FROM THIS CROCHET COMMUNITY!! THANK YOU 😊
@@beverlyb5144 it really is an amazing community! So many wonderful tips! ❤️❤️❤️
The dollar tree hooks are what have helped me get into crochet due to not being able to afford other hooks. Ive had them for a year and they're my pride and joy, absolutely amazing and I haven't had any problems with them 👍✨
I really like for just a few dollars, a person who is not sure if they like crochet, can try it out for barely any money! I'm a total sucker for storage containers! Thank you for bringing all these items to our attention!😊
Dollar tree is what finally got me to pick it up for the first time since childhood! As a kid I only learned how to chain - now I'm making all kinds of stuff!!
or if your gonna travel, you don't need to bring your good hooks if you have a cheap one that comfy as well :3
as a young crocheter, i love these. My mother doesn't trust me with more expensive items because she believes its just a phase lmfao, i have so many of the items you listed in this and the first two crochet hook you showed i actually have! they're holding up great so far and i love them, i like watching your videos in the background whenever i crochet.
I recommend the plastic hooks to everyone, from newbie to veteran crocheters. I can rarely find them now, but I've bought them every time I find them (and I share them)
I wish I had learned this when I was young. I hope you have amazing crochet journey
I’m so happy to see young people getting into crochet. I used to sit with my mother and her sisters and crochet afghans - granny square and ripple. I still have one I made 50 years ago.
@debbiemac1950 genZ really seems to be all about crocheting and I love it!
The metal Dollar Tree knitting needles are really worth the dollar. They're very smooth and nice to work with. Love the chenille yarn for making small amigurumi like peeps for Easter baskets.
Thank you so much for sharing!! 🐥
I watched this and then watched the one from 4 months ago about things you won't be buying in 2024. I had to giggle when you were so adamant about not buying any crochet hooks this year and then you bought the ones at the dollar store! 😂
Lol!! I have no self restraint when it comes to crochet items!!! 🤣🤣🤣
I got this one recommended the day after I watched that one 😂
@@EliseRoseCrochet Just count it as for science! Doing research for the rest of us. :)
Okay, Dollar Tree should hire you. You have the coolest videos and have made me a fan. My crochet group is always pushing the pricy hooks and yarns, but I think you have found some awesome buys. Also, I love reading the comments of your yarn community. They, too, have great suggestions
I watched a video couple of days ago about people who leave criticising comments when knitters/crocheters use cheaper yarns and equipment. This video shows people shouldn't be so judgemental. You can get some really nice stuff in discount stores. Here in the UK we have Poundland, B&M Bargains and Home Bargains and I've had some really nice yarn and goodies from all three.
Yes, the Home Bargains near me has some lovely yarns ❤️
Same! I've stocked up on lovely chunky yarn and chenille effect yarn from HB recently 😻
I wholeheartedly agree. What really matters is the craftmanship, in my opinion. I am still using my grandma’s set of thin chromed hooks that I inherited in 1985, with no issues whatsoever.
I absolutely love the dollar tree crochet hook I bought. I like them better than my real expensive ones.
Could your husband do the smoothness tester on these hooks? I found that fascinating, and would also be curious if he sees a difference after a) rubbing it with a paper bag and/or b) washing with soap and water like some have suggested.
I thought the same thing, that machine really is prettier nifty! 😁
Use wax paper to lubricate any crochet hooks or knitting needles.
The Chanel yarn from Dollar tree actually works really good. As for frogging as long as you do it gently and slowly, it won’t really thin out, but if you do it kind of rough and fast, it will thin, but it doesn’t really shed much. I’ve been using it for almost 2 years now and it hasn’t let me down when it comes to my plushies and my customers love how soft the plushies are!! dollar tree also has another brand of Chanel yarn. That’s a number for worsted weight that works really well as well.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with their yarns!!! 🧶🧶🧶
How do you weave in chenille ends so they stay put? Slippery little buggers!
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This video was very helpful for me! I’m a camp counselor and I crochet on the bus when we go on field trips. My campers have been begging me to teach them, but I didn’t know where to order half decent crochet hooks for a low price. We’re ordering the first ones and the bulk order is actually perfect!
I use the 8 inch cutting mat as a Mouse pad on my desk.
i love this idea especially since I sew, too!
Old school tools to determine the weight of the yarn is too look at the Guage box that has a figure of knitting needles. The box is 10 x 10 cm, or apox 4 inches. In the center is the recommend needle size. The bottom of square you will see the number of stitches in 4 inches. Divide the number if stitches by 4 to get the stitches per inch. 5 stitches per inch = worsted weight or a 4 weight, 6 = sport 3 weight 5.5 = dk, 4.5 = light bulky and so on.
It looked liked the skein you had was 18 stitches per 4 inches or 4.5 stitches to the inch so a heavier worsted weight 4. Hope this helps.
I saw amigurumi kits yesterday at my local Dollar Tree! They’re very simple but are definitely aiming to be Woobles dupes. Might be interesting to see if they’re any good. (Hint, hint!) 😂
Ooooh!!! I'll have to keep my eyes out for that!!! Thanks for the heads up! 🧶🧶🧶
I tried the avocado kit. I found the pattern to be hard to read/understand. I consider myself an intermediate/beginner when it comes to amigarumi, so it could have just been me. Also, my kit didn’t give me enough yarn to finish the project. I ended us getting frustrated and tossed it. 🤷🏻♀️.
Hobby lobby has kits as well, they are their brand but they run $5.99 to $7.99 I believe.
Those kits are the whole reason I learned how to crochet. My mother bought me the star amigurumi one as a little gift, and I wanted to learn how to crochet so I could make it for her.
@@ferrisbean I purchased their Pooh Bear and Piglet kit. It's going to be my introduction to amigurumi. I hope it turns out well. I plan on using them for stocking stuffers for my two little boys.
These hooks were a great surprise! They are great mobile hooks. Throw them in any bag and it’s not a catastrophe if one gets lost. I do have the plastic ones for places where you cannot bring metal hooks.
your DT has so much yarn! my DT has a good amount of the craft stuff but for yarn specifically they only ever have like, half of a small cardboard box of random skeins
I have heard that we have a very crafty Dollar Tree and I couldn't believe how much yarn they have now!! 🌳🧶💚
A couple of years ago I was visiting my daughter and had forgotten to pack my hooks. In a pinch she took me to the dollar tree where I picked up an assortment of the plastic hooks, and they quickly became my favorites for almost every project! My bin full of expensive crochet hooks has practically become obsolete for me.
I bought that 4.5mm metal dollar tree hook back in November and it’s held up really well! I’ve used it for several projects, and I like it a lot. It’s pretty comparable to the Clover hook I have in the same size (though I’m a cheapskate and usually prefer the basic susan bates hooks w/ a grippy lol)
Our current dollar tree is a closet and we have barely any of the things you showcased but we are getting a huge one and I am excited! I use the cutting mats as a place to put my hot glue gun when I am using and they make great mouse pads.
I use mine to cut mailing labels down to size for my ebay store. 😊
The plastic hooks are great for traveling. I am always dropping them between the seat of the car. No big loss. I haven't tried the metal ones yet. The color pop yarn is pretty.The magnets work well as needle minders. I glue a cute button on the top to pretty them up.
Bought DT Just Chenille yesterday and really liked it. I have never worked with chenille type yarns before. I have been crocheting since I was 8 and I am 70 now. I started crocheting amigurumi about a year ago but never plushies. Yesterday was my first experience with it and I made 4 Axoloti to give away to the neighbor kids. My experience was similar to your demo when frogging and a little shedding after trimming the ends off, but was easy to work with. Can’t beat the price for small projects.
Love watching your videos... just have to say... i see you love to shop.... I'm 77 and am now in the process of trying to use us ALL the stuff I shopped for over the years.... because i am also not one to throw ANYTHING away! Just sayin'...LOL
lol! I will take the warning seriously!!!! 😆
I am so afraid that after I am gone a some poor person has to go through all the knit & crochet items and accessories (not to mentionI the yarn shop I have in my bedroom) have purchased over the years is going to think I am crazy. I think it would be fun to find a young knit/crochet enthusiastic person whom I can list as the benifiary of my craft items. How fun would that be.
@@karentruscelli5708if you ever need a young person to pass your valuables onto, I'm here 😂
Thanks for the video! I have never seen the hooks at my local store. My three daughters also like to crochet. When my oldest comes for a visit, I always lose a skein of yarn and a crochet hook, because she will start a project and then take it home with her. lol 😂. I am going to stock up on the yarn and hooks so she can use those next time. 😂❤
Also, I found a cure hook storage at the Dollar Tree in the toy section. It’s a pink “Barbie” clothes & accessory bag. It’s a pink canvas with a clear top and a zipper closure. I keep my hooks in it along with a small notebook, a pen, scissors, stitch markers and a darning needle in it. It’s easy to grab when I am working on a project and has everything I need.
I use the pink plastic container to hold cheese slices in the fridge.
Thanks for this review of Dollar Tree crochet hooks, I've been wondering about them. My grandson(9) has expressed an interest in crochet recently. He's been trying to get his tension just right. He asked me for his own supplies. I didn't really want to give him mine but not sure if I should spend money on items from craft store or cheaper products from Dollar Tree. This was so helpful. I'll be planning a trip with him to the dollar Tree for his first hooks. Thanks , keep doing what you do❣️
I like the dollar tree metal ergonomic hook. It’s very comfortable to crochet with and I don’t mind the drag.
Thanks for sharing!! 🧶🧶🧶
Hi Elise and right now I am working on my cottage core mosaic blanket and granny squares blanket and butterfly mosaic blanket and a baby blanket and I love your channel and your videos and if you keep making videos I will keep watching them and what is your favorite crochet project to work on right now and favorite types of yarn to used when crocheting and keep up the great work on your RUclips channel and keep up the great work on your crochet projects
Thank you so much, Samantha! I'm working on a gorgeous blanket right now and I can't wait to share it!! Your projects sound so beautiful! 🦋
Wow... your Dollar Tree is so nicely stocked! All my local stores have hardly any yarn craft supplies.
Hi Elise, I use both Dollar Tree hooks, and I like using them. I agree there are not enough sizes to choose from. I've been using both hooks for about 2 years and they are holding up well. I agree the plastic hooks are not ideal for working tight stiches or if you have a tight grip. I teach children to crochet and I don't recommend using the plastic hooks, though the colors are pretty. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks so much for sharing your experience! Good to know your hooks have held up well! 🧶🧶🧶
I love the metal dollar tree crochet hooks. they are my go to for projects between G and I. I don't like the plastic ones.
I also love their small circular storage containers for the backs of my safety eyes.
I recently moved and while waiting for my crochet hooks to catch up to me I got all three of the Dollar Tree hooks. I love them and so far they are standing up to crocheting. I have my hooks and yarn now, but I have been working on these hooks and haven't changed to mine unless I need a smaller hook.
I L❤️VE, L❤️VE, L❤️VE, when you do these types of videos! Now, you are making me want to go to my local Dollar Tree, and see if they have what you just purchased. ☺️
I’ve been using this crochet hook for over 7 months and it works amazingly
It really is a good little hook!! 🪝
Great information and a fantastic haul. I am in Canada, but we have dollar tree too. I will have to go see what I can find. Hopefully I'll get out with less than $75 though. 😉😂🤣
I had my Dollar tree grocery hook from the start of my journey, which was probably like two years and it’s holding up very good like I’m still using it to this day. I’ve not bought another hook since I bought that one.
I use the cutting mat for putting on my safety eyes with the safety eye tool you demonstrated. The chalkboard stickers that’s a great idea. I’m going to try that. I haven’t been able to find the crochet hooks, I’ll be on the lookout though. God bless have a great week
Oh that's a great way to use that mat!!! Thanks for sharing!! 👀
i've been crocheting about 3 years now and about a year or so ago decided to try knitting, but didnt wanna spend a bunch of money on knitting needles so i actually got some from the dollar tree and thats how i learned i liked knitting. really a great way to know if your gonna like a craft or not
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I showed my husband her Dollar Tree footage and asked why ours has none of the items she showed...
YOUR Dollar tree is very well stocked with yarn. I'm in Ontario, Canada & the Dollar tree store in my area has minimal yarn one or bins. Last week I liked what I saw & tried Crafter's square twist yarn $1.50 CDN. I made a bucket hat for my 2 yr old grand daughter & I'm very happy with the soft texture. Thank you.
Have you tried the website? I'm not sure how the shipping situation would be for Canada. But, I am able to ship to my local store for free. I think you have to buy their yarn in groups of 4, if I remember right. The color options online are beautiful, though, since you aren't limited to what your store has.
I have all the dollar tree hooks. I love the ones with the handles. I think they hold up pretty well to the clovers. I've used them a lot and they are still in great condition. The plastic ones are pretty okay for plastic hooks. I'm not a big fan of plastic hooks. I love the head on the metal hooks. One of mine had a catch like a bump in the metal, I sanded it down with a finger nail file and after that it was great.
Hi Elise,
I picked up a skein of the Just Yarn Worsted a long while ago with the intention of splitting it and making some Barbie clothes. Though I really like how it feels, I haven't put it to work yet. That's only because I kinda stopped making Barbie clothes for a bit to focus more on my sock knitting skills.
I'm a big fan of notebooks too! And, I use the style you picked up for keeping track of my blood sugar numbers, insulin doses, and meal notes - like what I ate and the carb grams from food labels.
I love the mini glass "cookie jar" style jars you picked up! Besides making me think of my granny's cookies, 😊 I think they'll be perfect for sorting and storing my smaller leftover yarns and your colorful yarn bobbins will look gorgeous in them too!
The last crafty items I bought at Dollar Tree was a plastic, circular, 8 compartment, flip-top storage piece to put my lightbulb stitch markers in.
I'm also a fan of the composition books I find at Dollar Tree. I started keeping track of my finished objects (knit and crochet) in them and I use them for project planning, genealogy notes, hook and needle inventory, yarn stash and anything else I might need them for. Lol! There's always a good use for them.
Anyway, thanks for the wonderful video, Elise. You always have such great ideas and inspire me to keep creating.
✌️💜🧶
I have a couple of them and they are fine, can't beat it for a dollar. I got mine before the price changed. 😊
I really like the Dollar Tree☺️ you never know what treasures you will find. I’m currently enjoying those hooks that came in your mystery box! I use the tiny mat for quilting, when I want to keep it close to my machine. Have a great weekend ☺️💕👍🏼🧶
I have all 3 dollar tree hook sizes and these are one of my favorites to use and I am also a knife holder crocheter too.
I have used the plastic ones from dollar tree it was a gift.i like them.
I always enjoy your videos. You are so professional, yet warm and inviting!! I have learned so much from you!! The Dollar Tree near me does have a craft aisle, but not at all like yours. I will be on the hunt! Wishing you much continued success❤
I have the metal hooks in 4.5 and 5.0. I have been using them for about a year now and they are my go to hook. I have made amigurumi, scarves and sweaters. Mine do not drag but I am not going to say they didn't in the beginning. They are well loved. Price bonus❤
Looking forward to seeing how you put all those storage containers to use
I got the dollar tree craft scissors around 2 or 3 years ago. I keep them in my crochet bag, probably one of the only things from dollar tree that I use on a daily basis.
Thank you Elise! Some great storage ideas that I need in my craft room 🥰
They have such great storage solutions there!! 🧶🧶🧶
As someone who started with the Yarniss set from amazon, I love that the Dollar Tree hook has less drag 😂 I love the Just Yarn from DT, they offer such pretty colors! And the storage options from DT, obsessed! My home organization has skyrocketed since a DTopened in my town; I love the variety of options, and they have some great quality ones, all for $1.25!
It really is pretty amazing that some local Dollar Trees have a lots of things crocheters can use! 🧶🧶🧶
I use clear jar for my scraps too
If you do bead crafts, one of my favorite DT finds is a circular container with 6 pie-shaped sections. Each section seals with its own hinged lid, which is SO convenient!
It’s amazing what a quick scrub with a Brillo pad did for the metal crochet hooks. They became smoother.
I absolutely love the dollar tree metal crochet hooks, they are something i look for every time i go I've been using them for about 6 months and they are holding up really well. For the just chenille, I know it's listed as a #6 but I've found it to be closer to a #4 and works well with amigurumi using a 4mm hook
Did you check the size with a standardized gage or calipers? Some Amazon hooks don't measure true to printed/engraved size and wonder how these measure.
Hi Elise. I’m in the UK and we don’t have Dollar Tree, but we do have Poundland which is similar but not as good.
What I was wondering is, have you tried any of the yarn from Temu yet? I have tried their chenille yarn and I have to say I love it. It crochets beautifully and frogs really well. Also their crochet kits are really cool too. I buy the all the time so I really recommend them. Maybe you could do a video review on these!
Yes, I do. I really like the hooks from Dollar Tree and all kind of yarns too. I made shells with these products very often. But in the local store does not have all the products, they just have a few of them.
Dollar tree hooks are the best in my book I love them I even got a 6 mm and a 6.5 mm hooks when they first came out at just $1.00
I'm curious... Did you notice if your local Dollar Tree had the Crafters Square Amigurumi kits? There appear to be six in the series of them. I bought them all, but I've only made the unicorn so far. I would be curious to see you review these.
FUNNY, IM USING THAT EXACT HOOK RIGHT NOW. LOL IT'S MY FAVORITE HOOK. I HAVE 3 SIZES. 4.5, 5.0 AND 5.5mm. All excellent hooks.
They really are great hooks especially for the price! 🧶🧶🧶
I've been using the dollar hooks I bought and love them. They're comfortable to use.
I'm obsessed with the dollar tree crochet hooks they are my favorite. I actually really like that they flex and they have never broken on me even making really tight things. I use the smaller ones too. I like that they are not as slippy as metal but don't drag as bad as wood.
Love the magnetic buttons ❤ 😀
They are soooo helpful to have!! 🧶🧶🧶
@@EliseRoseCrochet I will need to check out the U.K. stores for them :)
I use the metal hooks ALL the time! I absolutely LOVE them... As for the dragging, it's probably the yarn. Some yarn slides like butter...
I do amigurumi and the plastic hooks works great with them
I have fallen in love with the generic hobby lobby hooks with the wood handles!!! If you have not tried them I would suggest them! They are like $2
I was at my one of my local Dollar Trees yesterday, and it’s so true they are hit and miss. I get excited when they have what I came to buy. Nothing but the tiny cotton yarn skeins. I’ve been waiting for hooks to show up.
I ordered the same crochet hook set on Amazon last year, as I was just starting to crochet, thinking it would be a good way to get a good assortment of sizes...I hated them! I just thought it was because I was a beginner, and didn't know what I was doing, so I feel a lot better to learn that you don't like them, either! Thank you!
I love the glass jars and lids! I Super appreciate your video! I hope you have a awesome weekend☀️
Those are some of my favorite finds at Dollar Tree! They are thick glass and feel very sturdy!! 🧶🧶🧶
Those magnetic buttons are great for keeping up with your needles but also.. on the isle with tools and stuff you can find a work bench bowl that is magnetized and made for keeping screws and stuff together when mechanics work on engines. It's absolutely amazing. I got on at Dollarama (I'm Canadian) and another at autozone in the states. Now I always keep one in my travel bag for crocheting in the car. You could also toss a couple of those magnetic buttons into one of the little tin gift card holders and have a closeable needle keeper.
I really like the chenille yarn from DT. I was surprised at how easy it was to work with. I haven't tried the hooks. The Just Yarn is nice, too. You can't beat DT for storage stuff!
I love my dollar tree hook one of them did have a pull a little I lost one and I have be stopping at every tree to find the metal ones
Thanks for sharing! 🧶🧶🧶
Another great video thank you. One of my favorite items I buy from dollar tree for my crochet is the essentials heavy duty storage bags. They come in 2 sizes L and XXL. The L size has 2 bags per box the XXL just has one per box. These bags are ziplock and have a nice handle. These are so great for holding your yarn and your crochet project as you’re working on it. I wish I could add a picture of the box but I don’t know how to do that. You can find it on the dollar tree website. I just checked the website you can buy 48 of them for$60. They can be hard at times to find them in the stores at times.
I have the 5mm metal and plastic handle hook . I have had it for a couple of years now. I love it, it's nice and smooth now . For a dollar at the time it's a good hook. I use it for traveling, if it gets lost it's not bad
I bought one of the brush organizers for my water color brushes. I liked it so much I bought another one for my crochet hooks and knitting needles.
What an excellent review. Not everyone remembers to think about how people who hold their hook and yarn differently might fare.
The majority of my hooks (even ergonomic ones) are less than $3. Now I have more to hunt down! I hate plastic hooks but the bendy ones are too cute and your review sold me.
I have used the dollar store hooks for about a year and they hold up really well!
I've had my hook since they first started having them in the store before the price went up and it's still holding up just fine and I crochet a lot almost everyday
I got that 6.5 purple hook from a friend of a friend and it’s a favorite, so smooth :))
I love your voice so much Elise ! It’s like a voice that makes me so happy idk why!! You sound like a sweet teacher ❤❤❤❤
The dollar tree crochet hooks are my primary hooks of those sizes :) they've been fantastic. I can't remember exactly when I bought them, but it was at least a year ago and they've been just as good as the first day I got em
I love going to Dollar Tree! I have bought some hooks, but the plastic ones broke on me because I make amigurumi. Those tight stitches need metal hooks! 😂 Lesson learned a few years ago when I started making them. I used to buy some yarns there as well, but my local store doesn't always carry them, but also, I usually need more yardage per yarn. However, sometimes I see colors that I don't find in brands I normally use so I'll grab a few. Ain't nothing wrong with Dollar Tree -- for yarns, hooks, or anything really. Thanks for making this video and sharing it with us!
I was watching the video and laughing because I can relate to you. Even though we don't know each other, we are so alike. I go to Dollar Tree and do the same. They have so many cute things, and in my mind, I always find something to do with them 😂😂😂!!! Thank you so much for sharing with us every one of your findings❤!!! I appreciate you lots ❤🌹🥰!!!
I've had the silver and blue hook. For about two years. I also hold my hook like a knive too.
You should really try the Dollar Tree crochet kits! I've tried the little keychain ones and they're super cute! ☺
I LOVE my Dollar Tree plastic hooks! I will admit, I did break a pink one once, but at that price point, I still feel like I get my money’s worth. If I have the size I need in my DT hooks, they are what I use. 🥰
DT yarn is definitely a decent value. I especially like their cotton - at least the Premier brand yarn. I’ve only ever bought one skein of Crafter’s Square, and I have yet to use it.
I bought the yarniss hook set and use it all the time. ❤ I've been crocheting for over 30 years. Soap and water is a great idea, thanks! I don't care for the yarns at Dollar Tree either. I have gotten a lot the little things you have they are awesome things to help with organizing!
my guess on the sizes of hooks are the recommended sizes for their just yarn since they only have limited craft supplies...
I love the ergonomic hooks from Dollar Tree! I've been using mine for over a year now, and they're going strong.
I just picked up some plastic hooks and a crochet kit at Dollar Tree. The kit was fun but NOT for beginners
Grabbed some of these to see if my daughter and I would like to do them as crafts
My local dollar store doesn’t have yarn but there is a bigger dollar tree about 25min away and they have so much more 😊 great review 👍🏼
The dollar tree hook are great. I used them to teach a classes.
I love the furls streamline,to me they are the best,I have bought lots of hooks,there’s no drag.
Dear Elise,
Thank you for sharing your haul from Dollar Tree (next time one of my family goes to the US I’m sending them to Dollar Tree to bring me some yarn 🧶😍)!
I’m in Australia 🇦🇺 no DT here but we do have some Crafters Choice hooks I’ve seen in our stores (BigW and Spotlight) I purchased two sets of the plastic hooks for my friends kids a few years ago for Christmas - I’ll have to ask the girls if the hooks are okay to work with, maybe borrow one to try!
I love the storage ideas 💡
Miss Olive is so sweet 😻
Glad your son has found a mattress that will relieve his pain.
God’s Blessings to you and your family 🙏🏽🩷🧶💜😻🐶
Hello 👋 Elise. Yes I have used the yarn and hooks. There are good 👍. Not even one can afford the other hooks.