Tunisian Crochet Hooks
Tunisian crochet hooks are a type of crochet hook with an elongated shaft, often with a stopper on the handle end. Another way to describe them would be a knitting needle with a crochet hook at the end. Tunisian Crochet, or sometimes called Afghan crochet, is considered to be a mixture of crocheting and knitting. Similar to knitting multiple stitches are held open before they are completed in the next row but in Tunisian Crochet a long crochet hook is used rather than a needle. Therefore some techniques used in knitting are also applicable in Tunisian crochet but a special ‘Tunisian Hook is required.
Like single-pointed needles, Tunisian crochet hooks come in a range of diameters and materials such as metal or plastic. Generally, the larger diameter hooks are made from plastic to reduce the weight and improve comfort for the crafter.
Here is a great selection of Tunisian Crochet hooks in a range of sizes and materials.