My Favorite Crochet Supplies (That I Actually Use Every Day)

My Favorite crochet supplies

After years of designing patterns, filming tutorials, and running a crochet business, Iโ€™ve tested a lot of crochet supplies. Some were amazing, someโ€ฆ not so much.

So instead of listing everything under the sun, Iโ€™m sharing the tools I reach for again and againโ€”the ones that make crocheting smoother, faster, and honestly just more enjoyable.

If youโ€™ve ever wondered whatโ€™s actually worth buying, this is it.

The crochet supplies I use most are ergonomic resin hooks for comfortable stitching, Coboo yarn for soft garments, Cascade Fixation for swimwear, Alize Diva for lightweight projects, a divided project bag for organization, and a crochet journal for tracking every detail.

If you purchase through links in this post, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend tools I genuinely use and love in my own crochet business.


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Best Crochet Hooks for Comfortable, Longer Sessions

A good hook makes all the difference. If your hands get tired or your stitches feel inconsistent, your hook is usually the reason.

beautiful crochet resin floral hooks

Flower Resin Ergonomic Crochet hooks: My Overall Favorite


Why I love it:

  • Smooth glide (no snagging yarn)

  • Cool and comfortable ergonomical grip for long sessions

  • Easily identifiable with its vibrant colors
  • Its absolutely stunning in design ๐Ÿฅฐ


Best for:

  • Long crochet sessions

  • Beginners who struggle with tension

  • Anyone needing a longer and thicker grip from basic hooks


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The Yarn I Always Come Back To

I test a lot of yarn, but there are a few staples I use over and over in my patterns and tutorials.

crochet heart tank top using coboo yarn

Coboo by Lion Brand


Beautiful drape:
It has a gorgeous, fluid hang that makes garments look effortless.

Soft to the touch: Incredibly gentle against the skin (no scratchiness here!).

Subtle, beautiful shine: Gives your stitches a polished, high-quality finish.

Year-round versatility: Lightweight enough for summer layering, yet cozy enough for cooler spring days.

Soft & Drapey Patterns made with Coboo Yarn:

U Tank Top
Heart Shaped Tank
Cable Cardigan
Unisex Pullover
Button up Cardigan
Knotty Knockers
Easy Beanie

cascade yarns

Cascade Fixation

Cascade Fixation is a fantastic choice because it is perfect for swimwear and lightweight garments, making it great for summer. It features great stretch and excellent recovery thanks to its unique elastic blend, ensuring your handmade pieces hold their shape beautifully even when wet!

Cotton & Stretchy Patterns made with Cascade Fixation:

All Swimwear patternsย 
Festival Crop top Patternsย 
Pineapple Crop topย 
Matahari Granny Square Topย 
Rainbow Tank Top

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Alize Diva Silky Touch


New Favorite and Why I love it:

Beautiful Shine & Vibrant Colors: Gives projects a gorgeous, high-end silky sheen with rich colors that pop.

Lightweight & Soft: Feels incredibly light and smooth against the skin, making it perfect for warm-weather garments.

Versatile: Exceptionally adaptable, working beautifully for everything from breezy summer tops to elegant beach cover-ups.

Light and Silky Patterns made with Alize Diva:

V Stitch Oversized Cardigan


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Best Crochet Project Bag for Multiple WIPs

With kids, content creation, and multiple projects going at once, staying organized is essential.

My favorite: Diaper Caddy

Why I love it:

  • Carries plenty of yarn and keeps everything organized

  • Easy to grab and go (when I’m driving the kids to soccer practice)

  • Plenty of pockets to hold everything in one place

Best for:

  • Crocheting on the go

  • Managing multiple WIPs

  • Staying organized at home


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Useful Crochet Accessories I Recommend

These arenโ€™t mandatoryโ€”but once you have them, you wonโ€™t want to go back.

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Crochet Journal

  • Why I love it: It saves me from forgetting my own pattern tweaks and keeps all my design ideas organized.

  • Best for: Saving project dates, yarn specifications, colors, hook size and custom modifications.

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Crochet WIP Tags (Free Download Available here)

  • Why I love it: All project details attached to ongoing work in progress projects

  • Best for: Managing multiple active projects at the same time.

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Crochet Neck Light

  • Why I love it: It directs hands-free light exactly where your hands are working, making night crafting effortless.

  • Best for: Crocheting with dark yarn, evening car rides, or late-night stitching in bed.

Each one saves time and helps your finished projects look more polished.


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Final Thoughts

You donโ€™t need a huge collection of tools to enjoy crochetโ€”but having the right ones makes everything easier and more fun.

These are the supplies I personally use in my own patterns, tutorials, and daily crochet routine. If youโ€™re looking to upgrade your setup or just want to make crocheting more enjoyable, these are a great place to start.

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Shaz ๐Ÿงถ

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