Susan Bates Crochet Hooks Size Chart – Free Download

Susan Bates offers a variety of crochet hooks of different materials. However, not all sizes are available with every line. I have a handy conversion chart, image, and downloadable PDF for easy reference.

The info in this article will make your crocheting experience with Bates easier! A Bates crochet hook is the shortened name used for this type of tool. They are popular with many crocheters who love working with “inline” crochet hooks.

I reviewed, fact checked and updated this post on April 11, 2023

Table Of Contents

• Crochet Hook Sizing
• Susan Bates Crochet Hooks Size Chart
• Susan Bates Silvalume Crochet Hooks Chart
• Susan Bates Afghan/Tunisian Crochet Hooks Chart
• Susan Bates Ergonomic Crochet Hooks Chart
• Susan Bates Bamboo Crochet Hooks Chart
• Susan Bates Steel Crochet Hook Chart
• Susan Bates Quicksilver Crochet Hooks Chart
• Susan Bates Luxite Crochet Hooks Chart
• Susan Bates Crystalite Crochet Hooks Chart

A Crochet Hook Sizing Guide

First, here is some helpful information on crochet hook sizing and converting between the different sizing systems. There are three systems, Metric (AUS/NZ), US, and UK/Canada.

The United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada use numbers for a crochet hook size. The same applies to knitting needles, but they’re still different! For more information and a hook conversion chart, visit my post on crochet hook sizes here.

When you’ve got sizes sorted, read where to buy crochet hooks.

Susan Bates Crochet Hook Size Chart

What Sizes Do Susan Bates Crochet Hooks Come In?

Below are charts of the sizing and their equivalent in other systems of each line of crochet hooks and brands Susan Bates sells.

(This business is a subsidiary of the parent company Coats & Clark. Throughout their history, they’ve been owned by multiple corporations. Looking to buy these hooks? They’re in craft stores. Of course, you can get them online too.)

Susan Bates Silvalume Crochet Hooks Chart

Silvalume is the main line from these hook manufacturers and is made of smooth anodized aluminum. The unique anodizing process makes any yarn weight glide over them without being too slippery. It also removes any surface impurities on the shaft part. These are some of the reasons these items have great customer ratings!

Color	US Size	Metric Size
Light Gold	B-1	2.25mm
Light Pink	C-2	2.75mm
Light Blue	D-3	3.25mm
Light Peach	E-4	3.50mm
Grey Pink	F-5	3.75mm
Pink	G-6	4.00mm
Blue	H-8	5.00mm
Red	I-9	5.50mm
Gold	J-10	6.00mm
Green	K-10.5	6.50mm
Silver	L-11	8.00mm
Grey Light Blue	M-13	9.00mm
Pink Bronze	N-15	10.00mm

Susan Bates Afghan/Tunisian Crochet Hooks Chart

Long aluminum hooks designed for Tunisian or afghan crochet are either double-ended or have a stopper at the end. This size hook is rather like a knitting needle. They’re a variant on the Silvalume line, so they have the same sizing options, though much longer lengths. Makes wrist motion easier when doing Tunisian crocheting.

Color	US Size	Metric Size
Light Gold	B-1	2.25mm
Light Pink	C-2	2.75mm
Light Blue	D-3	3.25mm
Light Peach	E-4	3.50mm
Grey Pink	F-5	3.75mm
Pink	G-6	4.00mm
Blue	H-8	5.00mm
Red	I-9	5.50mm
Gold	J-10	6.00mm
Green	K-10.5	6.50mm
Silver	L-11	8.00mm
Grey Light Blue	M-13	9.00mm
Pink Bronze	N-15	10.00mm

Susan Bates Ergonomic Crochet Hooks Chart

Called Susan Bates Soft Ergonomic Crochet Hooks, these are their standard Silvalume crochet hooks at the hook shaft with a soft plastic handle. As a result, the exact hook size options are available for these rubber handle hooks. Use these art supplies with any crochet pattern! I’ve got a handy size chart for these comfortable tools.

Color	US Size	Metric Size
Light Gold	B-1	2.25mm
Light Pink	C-2	2.75mm
Light Blue	D-3	3.25mm
Light Peach	E-4	3.50mm
Grey Pink	F-5	3.75mm
Pink	G-6	4.00mm
Blue	H-8	5.00mm
Red	I-9	5.50mm
Gold	J-10	6.00mm
Green	K-10.5	6.50mm
Silver	L-11	8.00mm
Grey Light Blue	M-13	9.00mm
Pink Bronze	N-15	10.00mm

Susan Bates Bamboo Crochet Hooks Chart

These craft supplies have a comfortable bamboo handle and thumb rest. The head has Silvalume aluminum smooth finish and color-coding. Unfortunately, they are discontinuing this line, so some sizes and the crochet hook set may be hard to find. The reason people liked this brand was they’re warm to the touch.

Color	US Size	Metric Size
Light Gold	B-1	2.25mm
Light Pink	C-2	2.75mm
Light Blue	D-3	3.25mm
Light Peach	E-4	3.50mm
Grey Pink	F-5	3.75mm
Pink	G-6	4.00mm
Blue	H-8	5.00mm
Red	I-9	5.50mm
Gold	J-10	6.00mm
Green	K-10.5	6.50mm
Silver	L-11	8.00mm
Grey Light Blue	M-13	9.00mm
Pink Bronze	N-15	10.00mm

Susan Bates Steel Crochet Hook Chart

The smallest crochet hooks, designed for making crochet lace. You need an advanced skill level and patience to use these! An option for a project includes doilies and intricate designs. Steel hooks from Susan Bates are called Steelite. The hook gauge for steel crochet hook sizes is much smaller than the others mentioned here.

Metric	US
2.70 mm	00
2.55 mm	0
2.35 mm	1
2.25 mm	2
2.10 mm	3
2 mm	4
1.90 mm	5
1.80 mm	6
1.65 mm	7
1.50 mm	8
1.40 mm	9
1.30 mm	10
1.10 mm	11
1 mm	12
0.85 mm	13
0.75 mm	14

Susan Bates Quicksilver Crochet Hooks Chart

Like the Silvalume line in that they’re made out of Aluminum, these are a smooth grey and aren’t color-coded. Slightly less slippery and more economical than the other range.

US Size	Metric Size
B-1	2.25mm
C-2	2.75mm
D-3	3.25mm
E-4	3.50mm
F-5	3.75mm
G-6	4.00mm
H-8	5.00mm
I-9	5.50mm
J-10	6.00mm
K-10.5	6.50mm
L-11	8.00mm
M-13	9.00mm
N-15	10.00mm

Susan Bates Luxite Crochet Hooks Chart

Made from lightweight plastic, these are affordable and slightly grippy pearly finish. Good for beginners.

Metric Size	US Size
2.25 mm	B/1
2.75 mm	C/2
3.125 mm	D
3.25 mm	D/3
3.5 mm	E/4
3.75 mm	F/5
4.00 mm	G/6
4.25 mm	G
4.50 mm	US7
5.00 mm	H/8
5.50 mm	I/9
6.00 mm	J/10
6.50 mm	K/10.5
8.00 mm	L/11
9.00 mm	M/13
10.00 mm	N/15
11.50 mm	P/16
15.75/16 mm	Q
19 mm	S

Susan Bates Crystalite Crochet Hooks Chart

Made of acrylic (plastic), these are smooth and brightly colored.

Color	US Hook Size	Metric
Navy Blue	G-6	4.00mm
Red	H-8	5.00mm
Orange	I-9	5.50mm
Yellow	J-10	6.00mm
Green	K-10.5	6.50mm
Bright Blue	L-11	8.00mm
Purple Blue	M-13	9.00mm
Light Blue	N-15	10.00mm
Pink	P-16	11.50mm

Conclusion

Hopefully, this post on crochet hook sizes was helpful. Keep this guide bookmarked for easy reference, and download the image for easy offline access for your hobbies! Other crocheters would appreciate this resource for their crochet patterns.

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