Which Stitch Markers Are Best

When I first took up crochet I didn't have any stitch markers, I didn't even know stitch markers existed. It wasn't long before I knew about them and I learnt the value of using stitch markers, aka stitch savers. That first frustrating experience of when a project accidentally unravels because there's nothing holding onto the stitch to stop it coming undone or your crochet circle grows in ways it isn't supposed to and the worth of this tiny tool became obvious very quickly. But there are so many styles of stitch marker to choose from, locking, circle, coil-less, plastic, safety pins, thread, 3D printed... does it really make a difference which one you use? Is it just how pretty they are? I walk you through a dozen different stitch markers from items you have lying around your home to the fancy artisan styles. I share with you what features to look for and those that don't really hold up to the task.
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Bone Crochet Hook

Bone crochet hook

This crochet hook is my latest find and treasure.



bone crochet hook end

I am assuming it is quite old, possibly Victorian but I honestly couldn't say for sure.

bone crochet hook detail

I believe the hook to be crafted from bone, again I couldn't be sure.

bone crochet hook

The workman ship is fine and the polish is perfect.

bone crochet hook markings

This crochet hook feels as though it were used a great deal and was probably some ladies prized tool.

bone crochet hook back

It is just lovely and I am thrilled to add it to my collection. I can't wait to use it!


Comments

  1. Anonymous17 June 2015 at 09:20

    This is a beautiful find! I love finding vintage sewing supplies and imagining them being used.

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    1. Purfylle17 June 2015 at 14:37

      I started making some mitts with it but they are too big and I'm going to run out of yarn so I've gone back to finishing my Tunisian sampler but I can't wait to make something with this hook. I looove vintage tools.

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  2. Life Breath Present17 June 2015 at 21:53

    Such a lovely hook...and it looks like it'd surely be refreshing to use :)

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    1. Purfylle19 November 2015 at 08:43

      I don't know what happened to my original reply, I must not have hit publish. It has a lovely feel when holding it.

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  3. Pierced Wonderings19 June 2015 at 12:44

    Oh wow! That is lovely! I've just recently started crocheting (within the last couple of years...even though my mom and grandma did it for years, no one bothered to teach me), and none of my hooks are quite that lovely ;)

    thank you for joining us for Photo Friday this past week! Sorry I didn't get to you sooner. It's been a bit hectic around these parts ;)

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    1. Purfylle19 June 2015 at 22:09

      My Nanna taught me the basics for knitting but my mum is not that way inclined. I have had to teach myself crochet and I have always wanted an amazing tool like this. I am so thrilled to pieces to have it when I have been lusting after the next best thing, a furls crochet hook, since last year when I discovered them.

      I can't believe your online! Get back to enjoying your house.

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  4. Unknown21 June 2015 at 07:02

    What a great find! Thanks for sharing this over at Bewitchin' Projects Block Party! Hope you will join us again this week!
    -Shonee
    www.hawthorneandmain.com

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    1. Purfylle19 November 2015 at 08:50

      I've been on a break from parties for a while. When I get back into the party swing I will be sure to come and party with you!

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  5. PurpleSlob31 October 2015 at 05:48

    Stella, have you used it on anything else yet?

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    1. Purfylle19 November 2015 at 08:51

      I have, but I ended up frogging the project. I just think I haven't found the right yarn for it yet.

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