S-Hook patterns

[tigerpawgirl]

Does anybody know where I can look to find patterns using the S-hook? I have an S-Hook and don't quite know what to do with it. I have used my Q-hook before holding 3 strands of yarn together and that worked fine. I just don't know how to work out the dimensions since I've never used a hook this large before. Please help! Thank you!!!

[donnalynn2]

I know there is a book that is specifically dedicated to large hooks but as far as on line, here's one that may work:

 

It's the Quick and Quirky Poncho that one of our very own Villers created!

http://thatgirlcrochet.blogspot.com/2006/01/few-patterns-for-those-of-you-who-love.html

I made 2 of these with a Q hook but there's no reason you couldn't use any large hook including an S.

 

Also, anything really that requires either a nice "holey" appearance or very bulky yarn would work. I believe you can make rugs with the larger hooks as well.

[Beverly]

I have the same predicument. I love the size of it, but no patterns to go along. It can make some quick afghans using 4+ strands, but I'd like to see some patterns for things such as stoles, shrugs, etc.

[Hummywinger]

Sounds like a good size hook to crochet a rug done in strips of fabric.

[christinascrochethaven]

I've used Q hooks a lot. When using it, I used normal patterns, but used more strands of yarn with it.

I think you could use a S hook maybe for use with 3"– 5" wide fabric strips or multi-strand (8 strands) yarn. This hook is ideal for large baskets, thick rugs, and thick chairpads. You could try fabric crochet patterns.

Or you could use Q hook patterns and adapt them slightly for the S hook.

http://members.aol.com/tresarobinson/ButterflyPatternindex.html

http://www.lionbrand.com/patterns/cts-afgh.html

http://www.crochetwonderland.com/id13.html

http://www.lionbrand.com/patterns/cjtq-hatAndScarf.html

http://crafterscommunity.net/index.php/152

http://web.archive.org/web/20041113035939/http://www.thesmartyarns.com/softshade.htm

http://www.craftyarncouncil.com/projects/july99_crochet_1.html

http://www.lionbrand.com/patterns/chs-watr.html

 

You might have to play with ideas. I don't think you have to go out and buy books just for the S hook. It reminds me of when people take thread patterns and make them with yarn or plastic bags or anything different than thread.

 

Good luck!