Holly Crochet Hook

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$64.00

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Description

This beautiful handcrafted crochet hook is made from Holly from the forest of North America. Holly has a reputation as the whitest wood known. The hooks are shaped with a larger handle to relieve stress on the hand and wrist when crocheting. They also have an Ergonomic shape that fits nicely in the hand.


All though Holly is a whitish wood it can and will contain dark spots, knots and blemishes. These are not defects. It's wood! Enjoy it variation and beauty!


Please see Nelsonwood Hook Info page for Crochet Hook dimensions and other hook information. Nelsonwood Hook Info


Because this hook is handcrafted there will be variation in appearance, grain, size and color. While there are slight variation the basic Ergonomic shape is maintained. No two handcrafted hooks will be the same!


Pictures of finished hooks are examples of what you will receive. Numbered block are the block used when item is ordered. Outside appearance of block is not necessarily how the finished hook will appear.


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Holly - (Ilex opaca) has quite a reputation as the whitest wood known. Holly provides inlay for expensive furniture, the bodies of fine brushes, and even imitation ivory piano keys. It's range extends south from Massachusetts to Florida and west to the Missouri River, holly varies in size from a bush to a tree of 50' or more in height. Northern winters keep holly small, but it thrives in Arkansas and east Texas. There, holly trees develop a dense, pyramidal shape with many short, horizontal branches. The broad, leathery leaves feature sharp prickles--nature's way of fending off animal browsers. By midwinter, red or yellow berries develop on female trees where blossoms once brightly flowered.
The bark of holly tends to be patternless, rough-textured, and medium gray, often with a tinge of olive. Older trees feature wart-like outgrowths.
Weighing in at about 36 lbs. per cubic foot dry, holly rates as moderately heavy and hard, but not strong. With indistinct, fine grain, the wood of holly displays no figure.
Color ranges from an almost pure white sapwood to heartwood with a creamy tone, and the two can be indistinguishable. To prevent a permanent discoloration called "blue stain," loggers cut holly only in the winter months, and then process it quickly.

Reviews

Average Rating

(10 reviews)

Geraldine B. on 2024-02-29

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Love all the hooks I've purchased so far. This one is so lightweight it's amazing. When I save up some more I intend to buy another hook.

Rise V. on 2022-07-28

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His Holly is stunning! I got this to compliment a Gabon ebony. It is so comfortable to work with. No hand strain! Thanks Bryan

Laurie L. on 2021-03-30

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This is a beautiful and very comfortable to use

Amy H. on 2020-11-19

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LOVE LOVE LOVE this hook!!! Purchased size J and was anticipating it feeling heavy and to my surprise it’s SUPER light. Also LOVE the vintage/farmhouse color of this one!

Arianna W. on 2019-10-11

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Amazing craftsmanship and a very nice white, creamy wood. Perfect for using with darker yarn!

Margaret S. on 2018-07-12

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This is the 8th hook I’ve purchased and my pod is complete. If it was possible to give more than 5 stars I would. Like my other hooks the craftsmanship is nothing short of perfection. It’s incredibly comfortable to crochet with. Packing for its trip to Australia ensured that it arrived safe and sound. I’ll be definitely buying more. Thank you Bryan.

Dyanne B. on 2018-05-28

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These are the most beautiful crochet hooks and so comfortable to use. My stitches are turning out more perfectly and consistent than I have ever achieved before. I have just ordered every other size that I use.

Christine Marshall on 2018-05-07

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This is the most amazing hook I’ve ever used. I was worried because other wooden hooks I bought were either rough and snagging m or the yarn was not able to slide easy making it frustrating to crochet

Jeulia H. on 2018-04-07

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A beautiful smooth wood. The hook is a pleasure to use. The sizing is perfect. The weight and balance of the hook ensures ease of use. Very pleased with the white holly hook

Beth N. on 2018-02-27

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I have to say how much I love the hook I received. It feels wonderful in the hands and allows me to make beautiful projects with larger yarn. Thank you for your prompt and courteous customer service, speedy delivery and excellent product!