Polymer Clay Crochet Hooks – A Guide To Your Best Options

By Jodie Morgan

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When crocheting for long periods, a wider handle is beneficial. It helps to reduce finger, hand, and wrist pain.

There are many ergonomic handled crochet hooks on the market. Polymer Clay Crochet hooks have an aluminum hook and a colorful and artistic sculpted handle.

Read on for the best options for these unique hooks.

Polymer Clay Hooks For Crochet

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Polymer Clay Handle Crochet Hooks

Polymer Clay Susan Bates Crochet Hooks by Polymer Clay Shed Etsy Store
Polymer Clay Shed Etsy Store has excellent reviews

This listing features Polymer Clay covered Susan Bates crochet hook in gorgeous peacock feathers and floral designs.

You can choose between a standard or long handle. The handle feels smooth and makes it easier to use. The colors will never wear off.



Sizes Available –

  • B (2.25mm)
  • C (2.75mm)
  • D (3.25mm)
  • E (3.5mm)
  • F (3.75mm)
  • G (4.0mm)
  • 7 (4.5mm)
  • H (5.0mm)
  • I (5.5mm)
  • J (6.0mm)
  • K (6.5mm)
  • L (8.0mm)
  • M (9.0mm)
  • N (10.0mm)

Pros

  • Choice of 2 lengths of handles
  • Beautiful designs
  • Ergonomic handle 

Cons

  • Only Susan Bates hooks, if you’re Boye hook user

Ergonomic Crochet Hooks Polymer Clay

Polymer Clay Creations Etsy Store Floral designs Polymer Clay Crochet Hooks
Polymer Clay Creations Etsy Store has 5 star reviews

All the items are created by hand; they are all one of a kind. No two are exactly alike. The color and floral designs are vibrant. Available on either Boye or Susan Bates Aluminum hooks.

  •  B (2.25mm)
  • C (2.75mm)
  • D (3.25mm)
  • E (3.5mm)
  • F (3.75mm)
  • G (4.0mm)
  • 7 (4.5mm)
  • H (5.0mm)
  • I (5.5mm)
  • J (6.0mm)
  • K (6.5mm)
  • L (8.0mm)
  • M (9.0mm)
  • N (10.0mm)

Pros



  • Gorgeous designs
  • Great range of sizes
  • Ergonomic handle

Cons

  • Only aluminum hooks

Polymer Clay Crochet Hook Set

Interchangeable Head Crochet Hooks. The Sculpey clay handle features textured yellow sunflowers. Creative Crochet by TW Etsy Store
Creative Crochet by TW Etsy Store receives 5 star reviews for customer service

Interchangeable Head Crochet Hooks. The Sculpted clay handle features textured yellow sunflowers. This

The crochet hook set ergonomic includes a pink zipper case. Each hook is handmade and unique. 

  • Sizes Available – 7.0mm, 6.0mm, 5.5mm, 5.0mm, 4.5mm, 4.0mm, 3.5mm, 3.0mm

Pros

  • Aluminum heads
  • Wide handle

Cons



  • The textured handle could irritate some people’s hands

Handmade Polymer Clay Crochet Hooks

The Speckled Clay Etsy Store Pearl Polymer Clay Crochet Hooks
The Speckled Clay Etsy Store has great customer reviews

The sculpted pearl polymer clay handle has a square thumb grip. The colors available are coral, pink glitter, purple pearl, dark purple, gold, lime green glitter, blue pearl, teal pearl, and dark blue glitter.

  • B (2.25mm)
  • C (2.75mm)
  • D (3.25mm)
  • E (3.5mm)
  • F (3.75mm)
  • G (4.0mm)
  • 7 (4.5mm)
  • H (5.0mm)
  • I (5.5mm)
  • J (6.0mm)
  • K (6.5mm)
  • L (8.0mm)
  • M (9.0mm)
  • N (10.0mm)

Pros

  • Aluminum Hooks
  • Comfortable handle

Cons

  • Takes up to 10 -12 weeks for completion and delivery

Polymer Clay Llama Crochet Hooks

Llama Polymer Clay Crochet Hook by Pedros Plaques Etsy Store
Pedros Plaques Etsy Store has excellent 5 star reviews

A tapered aluminum crochet hook with a pink base and a hand-shaped llama and flower design. Each one is unique. 

All colors are hand-mixed, shade differences will occur from hook to hook. 



Pros

  • Shaped thumb rest for added comfort

Cons

  • Not many sizes available

Polymer Clay And Metal Crochet Hooks

The Crochet Blog Etsy Store purple and white flowers polymer clay crochet hooks
The Crochet Blog Etsy Store has 5 star reviews

Aluminum crochet hook with a purple and white polymer clay flower design.

All hooks are size stamped for easy recognition. 

  • Sizes Available – 5.0mm and 5.5mm

Pros



  • Pretty design
  • Ergonomic handle

Cons

  • Only 2 sizes available

Polymer Clay Crochet Hook Case

Interchangeable Head Crochet Hooks. The Sculpey clay handle features textured turquoise and bronze flowers.  Creative Crochet by TW Etsy Store
Creative Crochet by TW Etsy Store receives 5 star reviews for customer service

Interchangeable Head Crochet Hooks. The Sculpted clay handle features copper, bronze, and turquoise flowers.

The set comes in a pink zipper case. Each hook is handmade and unique. 

Sizes Available – 7.0mm, 6.0mm, 5.5mm, 5.0mm, 4.5mm, 4.0mm, 3.5mm, 3.0mm

Pros



  • Pretty design
  • Ergonomic handle
  • Metric sizing etched on the aluminum hook

Cons

  • Smaller hands might find it too large

Your Questions Answered

How To Make Polymer Clay Crochet Hooks

Here is an excellent tutorial on baking polymer clay crochet hooks by Sara Sach from Posh Pouch Design on Youtube.

How To Add Polymer Clay Grips To Crochet Hooks

Here is a tutorial on adding Polymer Clay Grips to a crochet hook by Jill from Mama J Crafts and Things on Youtube.

How To Customize Crochet Hooks Polymer Clay

Here is a quick and easy instructional video on how to do that, by GingerSnapClay on Youtube.

How To Cover Crochet Hooks With Polymer Clay

Here is a good video tutorial on making polymer clay handles for crochet hooks by Yay For Yarn On Youtube.



How Long Do You Bake Polymer Clay On Crochet Hooks?

For a thickness of a quarter of an inch, bake the polymer clay on the crochet hook for 15 minutes.

I hope you found this helpful. Such beautiful, functional hooks.

Have you ever made your own handles for crochet hooks out of clay? How did it go? I’d be interested to hear your thoughts.

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About The Author

Jodie Morgan From Crochet Penguin

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Author: Jodie Morgan is a passionate crocheter and blogger with 17+ years of experience currently living in regional Australia. Taught by her mother, she fell in love with crocheting after her first child was born. When she’s not crocheting, you’ll find her enjoying a cup of coffee with cream, or sharing helpful resources and tips with the online crochet community. Please say hello, or see what she's making on socials.

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