Let’s Talk Crochet Hooks | Furls Odyssey Rant! 

I love my Clover Amour hooks. They are hybrid hooks, a combination inline and tapered hook

The furls metal streamline are nice. Different from the odyssey- but I like them better actually - for me. Like you said earlier in the video - not every hook is for everybody. But I like it because it has a perfect amount of point - not too sharp that it’ll snag but nice enough to fly through your stitches. The weight is nice seems to help crochet faster…. I love them ❤ Definitely worth trying

I got the streamline metal hooks recently and they are super sturdy. The weight is different and they're more of an inline style. But their smallest size is 3.5mm.

Why has RU-vid been hiding all the black crochet girlies! 😤 glad I found you tho 🥰💖🌸

i love how serious you got about the Furls hooks. i never tried them but they really out here playing with ppl hard earned dollar like that in this economy is wild. I've never had a hook break on me... yet. i would be salty if i spent over $18 on a hook for it to break 😩 that's a whole hour or more of work for some of us lol we don't have time or money for that lmao

Thank❤You sooo much for all the info! Because I'm getting ready to embark on getting some New hooks.. I have to agree with you,, that long hooks are very awesome.. I'm thinking of getting some hooks that are purple,, love this color deeply.. Maybe twinned with black..I haven't seen any marble looking hooks but id love to buy some!! Thank you for all your comments.. I appreciate you lots!! What a beautiful lady you are!!

Hi there, I WAS a Furls Odyssey girl too! I was frustrated with the quality also, but loved the shape and the smooth glide of the Odyssey so …torn. After a while (and hundreds of dollars spent buying Odysseys on eBay), I decided to form my own company called FeareSilk Crochet LLC. We are currently working on an entirely new concept for a stainless steel hook!

I got four wooden furls hooks on sale and clearance and was so excited. Three different woods and 4 different sizes from 3.5 to 9 mm. None of them are able to be used because of dull hook heads and/or splinters from under the hook neck. I couldn’t even complete one small project with any of the hooks. Even my cheap set of bamboo hooks are much more functional and reliable-especially comparing the 3.5 mm.

Excellent now I don't covet Furls any longer. Never had the budget or could justify $36+ on a hook. Glad I came across this video. Many years ago taught myself crochet with Susan Bates hooks then I discovered Clover Amour and never looked back.

I just came across your video, I really like your room too cute! ❤

Thank you so much for the honest review. Some people would have had your same issue and wouldn’t have fessed up to the broken hooks. Man, I felt your pain and aggravation talking about the broken ones

As a beginner you don’t know what you need or want. I appreciate the advice 😊 I haven’t been really into looking for different types but now that I’ve been doing it for a year or so now I’m looking to get into different types. Thanks 🙏🏽 for sharing your experience!

I happened upon your video and so glad I did!! I have several of the Furls Streamline Metal....I LOVE them, but have sizes G-K. I have some odds and ends of the (what I call plastic)....two of the smaller sizes broke first time using. Will not buy again. Will stick with good old Boye for small hooks 😂 I'm subscribing after this video because I admire your honesty and truly enjoyed you!!! Peace, my new friend!!❤

I’m just watching your channel for the first time and totally agree with you on Furls Odyssey hooks. I watched another podcaster who had a problem w/her Furl’s Odyssey snapping between the shaft and the handle and got lots of flack from them abt replacing it.

Love all the hook info. I'm from the day where all we had was Bates or Boye. I never realized there was more to it than tapered or in line. I appreciate the info and comparison. Love your sloths too!

Just found your channel. I’ve never broken any hook and I’ve tried A LOT of brands. I have Furls and I’m scared of them breaking because I know they can-saw a whole thing about it on a FB group and I gotta be real, I mostly buy them cuz they are pretty lol I do use them but I love my Clover hooks best.

Furl hooks are gorgeous, but my hands are small, so I didn't invest in them because they would be huge to crochet with.

So I have a few of the Furls streamline metal hooks and they are pretty nice. Only issue is stocking. They never seem to have enough stock and waiting for the re stock takes forever. BUT if you want to go with another metal furls, get a streamline and try it out ❤

I’m so glad I watched your video. It’s very informative…also, like you, I had a Furls break on me. All this time I thought it was something I did wrong. I was so done when it happened!! All that money down the drain. Now, I use Clover and Tulip for the most part. I’ve only been crocheting for about a year. As time progresses, I’ll explore other options. Really enjoyed this video…looking forward to the next. 😊

I am a total Clover Amour girl they are honestly my go to hooks and the only hooks that I have almost a whole collection of from 2mm up to 12mm, they are the only hooks that never hurt my wrist even if I work hours with them, however I wouldn't mind either if they make a bit thicker handles and I do have tiny hands too haha I also have a few of Furls wooden ebony hooks and a few of their Andromeda galaxy hooks but I admit I only got them out of curiosity and because the colours spoke to me 😄 One of the Andromeda resin ones rolled off my night stand and the tip broke they did replace it though, but I agree hooks that expensive should be more sturdy.

You're brave! It's no fun to take a stand against something popular, even to help others with facts. There's such a fine line to walk between radical honesty and dragging for the satisfaction of it. You did great. That said, my very first Odyssey many years ago should've been caught by QC, as it had a weird sloping flaw in the throat and the whole hook was wonky, lopsided. They sent me a new hook without hassle, but I've always been wary because of that experience. I won an acrylic I/5.5 (first time Aries was released i think it was) in their chat and it's okay, but tbh i dislike the sharp edges of the hook. Ditto the G+ and N i bought in wood. I expected better finishing on the edges. Leading to me hesitating even more. I've been in some of the lives where they discussed QC issues, and my Spidey senses tingled so bad i did not buy more. My favorite hooks are Amours closely followed by the Bates ergonomic hooks. I have slightly longer hand bones and i played piano, so i totally get your flute mention! I'd encourage anyone to seek out the Bates ergonomic longer hooks, but watch out for price gouging. Shop around and when possible buy in the trio sets at a good price if you can't afford a full set. The edges are crisp too but somehow not as liable to catch as acrylic and wood Streamlines. First time watcher, subscribed. Gotta watch for little sloth's naming 😊

I was excited to find the Odyssey hooks because they have the smaller sizes. Like you, i prefer to work with smaller sizes. Im going to try the Ophire hooks but the smallest hook is 4mm. Ill wait and see what Furls comes up with but im not holding my breath! I might end up with wooden hooks which use Tuilp or Clover metal ends. I do like the wecrochet Dots but that Odyssey.... Such a shame!

Been crocheting since childhood, love the beauty of the Furls but I don't think it would last a week, I am so clumsy. Will continue with Boye, Bates and Prym. Trying Addy, but it's an adjustment. Thanks for sharing your experiences.

Just got myself a 4.5mm Nautilus for mother's day- still waiting for it to arrive...I haven't used inlines since 2018. I have been on Tulips and clovers and they glide like butter🥰 I have been putting off buying Furls....until now😅 Maybe it was a sign early this week when I wanted to buy from a declutter...I wanted to get 1 odyssey and 2 swirls...lady just snapped at me because apparently her preemie grandson just passed away so I apologised and said sorry for her family's loss that I will get back to her after shes ready. I decided to get my first ever Furls brand new so I ordered from a shop and when I was trying to add 1 more to the 4.5mm the package was already shipped...and your video suddenly popped up on my suggested videos in the middle of the night- maybe it is a sign😅 Maybe Furls were made only for display or for gentle use😅 If my new hook breaks...I am sticking to my trusty Clovers and Tulips❤❤❤

Love the rant! I found I prefer my hybrid crochet hooks like clover and tulip but pointy inline Tunisian ones, after owning tapered ones

I saw a furls hook on their site that cost $60 a few years back, though it was nice, there is no way that I would ever pay that amount for any crochet hook. I purchased two wooden hooks to try and my hand got more tired. Only used them twice, wasted my money. I’m satisfied with my Clover brand.

It's great to have a variety of hooks, because different yarn fibers functions differently when stitching. The same goes for knitting as well.

Thanks @DoesyourARTFIT🧶 I appreciate your heads up about Furls . . . I like sloths, too 🥰

I love the their metal hooks love they way thwy feel when working with them, but yes I've broken so many (resin and wood) that I don't purchase anymore-even the wooden hooks 💔

Sorry to hear that your favorite needles are failing you. It is refreshing to hear that someone switches needles when they are not working with their choice of fiber. Too many creators are wed to one kind of hook no matter what with no change for their arthritis, or other factors--they will just say that they can't work with finer yarns anymore. I can only work with thread and 0-2 size yarn with the softer handled hooks. I also changed my grip with age and how I manipulate the work and hook as I crochet. Have you checked out the Laurel Hill palmwood needles? They are really strong. I routinely use mine for working with two strands--one strand Scrubby and one strand stitch, soak, scrub. That's really heavy-duty pulling, and the needles hold up without bending or breaking. They have a super smooth finish as well. (If you drop one of these needles, they do bounce though. I've had to crawl under furniture searching for one after I dropped it. LOL) I hope you find another hook that meets your needs.

I found Prym metal hooks on Amazon. Ordered them, waiting for them to come in.

Never had a Furls but I’ve seen a lot of posts about them breaking in some groups I’m in 😢. I started out with Boye hooks but got a set of Tulip Etimos in 2016 and never looked back! Have never tried in-line hooks.

I never got it replaced. I still have it. I thought it was me and never tried the brand again.

I had a resin 10mm hook from Ophireco that rolled off a low table and snapped the tip right off. My heart broke right with it 😭idk if I just need to be more careful but like I said it rolled off from being set down gently on a table🙃I’m also just gonna stick to Clovers and Tulips 🤷🏾‍♀️

They have new ones out that you might like

Thank you for sharing. I have been crocheting for many many years. I also love odyssey furls. I am very sad they discontinued the small sizes. They stand behind their products. I was regretting not owning a Tunisian furls. Maybe not.

I use Clover Amour they are a hybrid hook.

I brought them because they’re beautiful I prefer Susan Bates in line the metal or siverlume which I don’t think they make anymore. My grandmother used Susan Bates plastic hooks.

I’m definitely an odyssey girl. I love the weight. I can’t use lightweight hooks. They hurt my hand too much. I have 4 odyssey hooks and I’ve had them forever and never had any issues. I sure hope it stays that way since they’re discontinued.

I love your room set up. Very beautiful. Thank you for the video. I have some Furls hooks but don’t think I’ll buy more. I just can’t justify the cost when I love my Clover hooks so much.

Does it matter which odyssey you get? There are two versions, the new one has the thinner throat and the older had a wider throat section.

Great video. I am not a fan of Furls, they are tough to use if you have a pencil grip. I have a few of them, and I just can't use them. There are a lot of Furls fans but I am not one of them. I have the Furls resin streamlines - nope!!

you just saved me a WHOLE lot of money! I've been procrastinating purchasing these, and tend to lean towards Susan bates, I've bought two Prym hooks but still not a fan, they stick as oppose to slid off a stitch. Thank you again, but yes Furls are beautiful hooks, but only to look now. LOL. sorry this happened to you. :(

As much as I like the Furls handles, I've just drifted into using Tulips for good now. I do a lot of amigurumi with cotton yarn, and my Tulip hooks can always handle thin yarn with tight tension. Using my current set for 2 years now after I had an Odyssey break on me, and the Tulips are still going strong. I know they're shorter, and that's not what I wanted at first, but the quality has won out for me.

I loved the clover hooks.I think u should use what is easiest and most comfortable for you.

I bought 6 Furls Odyssey hooks several years ago because I thought they would be "the" hook. Unfortunately, I don't like them. 5 of them I never used, but the one I did use a couple of times, I just couldn't get used to. I had no idea they can break. I do like Clovers, but I wish the handles were a bit longer as it pokes me in the hand. Is there a perfect hook I wonder???

Sloth on your shoulder ❤❤❤

Who knew crochet hooks were so… sexy…?

I love the look of Furls, but I'm a pencil hold, and it never worked for me. Tulips for crochet and Clover for Tunisian is my personal preference.

Girl. I have been complaining about the quality of Furl's hooks FOREVER! Full disclosure, I have never been a fan of the Odyssey hooks (too heavy for me and one is too weak at the connection point for me to use it), but I did like the resin and wood hooks....until they broke. I switched to Addi Maxi Swings and Pryms. Addi's handles take some getting used to and are more of a Boye than Bates head but come in smaller, sizes. Pryms have the Bates head, but I think the smallest hook they make is a 3mm.

I received two Furls hooks for Christmas. My resin hooks shattered, wasn't dropped, was just sitting in my hook tray with one other hook. It is in tiny pieces! The other one broke as I was double crocheting. I've been crocheting for 50+ years since 1970 and have never broken a hook or a pair of knitting needles. I'm not a fan and will stick with Yarniss and Hero/Boye hooks. I'm a concert pianist so I also have long hands. I do like my old Primm hooks. 🧶💜🧶

I love my clover hook always be my fav but my furls always will be my best ones too … I have small tiny hands but they give me the perfect grip and they are such beautiful hooks 😊I sad that they no longer sell odyssey hooks but the resin hooks just need more TLC like all treasures u gotta protect them from being broken ❤❤❤😊😊😊

I love Furls Odyssey the best but only bought 2. I bought the glitter resin hook. It fell off the edge of my sewing cabinet and shattered. I drop my glasses 42 times a day and they dont even chip. I also bought the streamline metal but havent had it very long. I swear if they break, you will hear me scream wherever you are in the world. I like the Dots hooks from WeCrochet because they are long. Ophire hooks are too lightweight for me. No more resin hooks for me. Furls hooks are going to go down the tube if breakage keeps happening.

I went and looked at buying a pretty hook but they didn’t even have any I mean any in my size I don’t get how that is a business model I hear if you drop them they break anyway. Sounds like you don’t even have to drop them. I will stick with my favourites clovers .😊

The first time I used my first and only furls hook, it broke. It was a 2.75 hook. I actually wrote the size on with a sharpie as my eyesight took too long to focus on the size(even with magnifying glasses on).

I own Tunisian Crochet hooks by Lykkess interchangeable hooks they are great and I own Denise white Tunisian crochet interchangeable hooks. They are great. I started out crocheting w Clover honey brown crochet hooks and I love them. I understand the handle may be an issue with people who have larger hands.

You said you have the larger size hooks in metal. Could you share which brand you have? It’s hard to find good metal hooks in the larger sizes (L, M, N, etc.). Thanks!

Very much enjoyed your video. I have had 2 furls hooks snap on me. It made me sad because they are expensive hooks. I too loved the weight of odyssey hooks. Also, my cat chewed the end off a wooden hook. But that’s not on them. 😺

I wanted one of these soooo bad 😔

That's sad they discontinued odyssey hooks!!

Hi, I also broke my Furls smaller resin hook while mid stitch. I am no longer a Furls girl.

on my God! I have the same exact issue with my Furl’s Oddesey! Lime green. 4.5 MM they can’t replace it. So sad

Hello. I prefer Clover hooks! I bought several Furls ($$) and I totally dislike both of them. I should give them away. BTW..just found you and you are darling! I will sub. P.S. Pretty nails, how in the world do you crochet with them?

I was wanting to try a furls metal hook. I have a wooden one and I'm not sure I care for it. Maybe now I don't want to. I guess I'll stick with my cheap Amazon hooks. 😂😂😂😂

Have you seen yhe streamline metal hooks they just came out with?

I love my Furls resin hooks, but I hate how fragile they are. I thought the Odysseys would be better, but I have broken 2 of them snapping them in half. I thought I was the only one having problems with their hooks. I do think the quality is going downhill, which is really sad.

I dont own a Furls. I have been eyeing them for a while but havent bit the bullet. They are expensive. Have they responded about the quality issues????

I recognize that Furls story from craft night 😂

Oh wow…. Just finished listening. Terrible. I hope the metal streamline doesn’t have this issue. I be pissed if that happens! $28 hook. Oh no. Ok Susan Bates - fine. That’s a cheap hook. But furls? Nah… I hope furls got it together for these metal streamline. Let us know if you try them. ❤

I have had several hooks snap and resin hooks are the worst very frustrating and disappointing

If a company´s crochet hooks keep breaking and so many people give their own experience, it´s obvious that it´s just bad quality and shouldn´t be supported, no matter how pretty the products are. These things are EXPENSIVE and them being so fragile makes it clear that you´re only paying for aesthetics, which should not be the deciding factor when you buy tools.

I would be pissed as well the odyssey hooks are expensive. That's way to many broken hooks.😢

Furls are rip offs. Period. A hook that is in excess of $30-$50 is a pure exercise in status symbols of all stupid things. Have you tried Ommi or Ophire hooks that are furls without the insane prices. Me I am poor. I don’t buy any of them (furls) any more. I got one rain, it promptly broke and Furls can keep those cheaply made, very expensive hooks.