Amazon CROCHET Gadget FLOPS... And 4 MUST-HAVES!

In today’s video, I’m diving into an Amazon crochet gadget haul, testing out a variety of tools that claim to make our crochet projects easier and more fun.

While a lot of these gadgets turned out to be underwhelming and not worth the money, there were a couple of standout items that surprised me!

I’ll be sharing my honest reviews, letting you know which tools to avoid, and which ones might actually be worth adding to your collection. Stick around to save yourself some frustration and cash!

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[rhiy]

I love that you acknowledge that people with disabilities need adaptive tools and that these items can have a purpose even if it's not for you ❤

[abby-wetb]

Something to note about the red light therapy mitt is that the red light used in medical settings is different from most commercially available red light products. There are specific wave lengths and frequencies that doctors use for treatment, they aren't just grabbing red LEDs and shining them on patients.

[kristenhanisch]

I love how having instructions in the packaging becomes a "feature" instead of just an automatic thing to expect. 😂

[BioAli]

My favorite way to determine yardage of partial skeins is with a kitchen scale. Weigh the remaining yarn in ounces or grams, then multiply by the original length and divide by the original weight (listed on the yarn label). It's quick, easy, and kitchen scales are pretty cheap!

[wongjowo-tm]

Hello Miss Elise. I don't have all those tools. I'm an amigurumi enthusiast, which is why I discovered your video six months ago, and I just want to say... please help me, I've become addicted to yarn, hooks, and needles. Because of you, I learned how to knit. Your knitted toys are adorable, and after seeing them, I've made many toys for my 3.5-year-old son. I love listening to your advice while I knit, and because of you, I've met many knowledgeable people to learn from. Thank God I found you, and thank you so much for being my motivator and friend. I'm Indonesian, and knitting and crochet are not part of our culture; I live in Istanbul. I don't have friends or relatives here. I stay at home 24/7 with my kids, so I really mean it when I say you are my motivator and friend. Once again, thank you so much from the bottom of my heart.

[TACOSmithMT]

I recall a recent post on Reddit from a fiber artist who ran a crochet hook through their hand while trying to slip it into one of those multicolor grips. When you tried putting that small hook into the grip my stomach turned. So glad you didn't end up with a crochet injury. Those grips are really scary because one cannot get hooks in or out easily. ☠️

[raem]

I got that exact same crochet backpack for my birthday and I absolutely LOVE it. It keeps everything so nice and organized, it’s perfect for traveling around, and I love how I can pop other things in there with all that room. It has seriously made my life easier even doing my little projects at home so my 38 week pregnant self can just sit on the couch and have everything I might need right there next to me lol

[christinesteckel]

If you have a label of the partial skein, you can calculate how many yards you have by using a kitchen scale. For example, A 6oz/380yd (170g/347m) skein. You weigh the remaining yard and have 2.5oz left. Divide the 380 yards by the 6oz and you get 63.333 yards per ounce. Multiply that by what you have and that's approximately what is left. 63.333 x 2.5 = 158.333 yards.

[SweetPea]

I have that Pink backpack and so does my sister. We both love it. It has even been on several trips with me. Very sturdy.

[ericawright]

I find this video hilarious having been posted shortly after you just decluttered your yarn room😂

[susananderson]

WOW Elise! I just want to tell everyone my story….i used to crochet all day until the day I could not. My pain was so severe I had to have surgery and could not crochet for 3 months! So my best tool now is a timer. Take breaks about every 30 minutes….so far no pain. The red light thing might just help me. I just want someone to tell me what to do with all my yarn balls….i crocheted a net but can’t find a place to hang it….so frustrated. I have to cats who love my yarn balls! Thanks again for your honesty. ❤

[easymanga]

Big tip for anyone struggling with hand pain (I learned this in a clinic where I was treated for chronic pain): You can buy cleaned rapeseed (look for therapeutic rapeseed). Fill a cotton sack with it, put it into a microwave-safe bowl and heat it up for a few minutes (be carefull, this can get quite hot!). Then just put your hands in there, move them around a bit. The heat is very good for the joints and the residual oil of the rapeseed is even nice for your skin! It's like a heating pad you can plunge your hands into!

[juditrimble]

I use the digital row counters all the time!!! They’re one of my favorite gadgets!

[asiyah]

I have and use the Boye handle for a few years because I started having carpal tunnel pain when I would crochet (this was before I turned 40). It helps alleviate the stress and strain I put on myself when I crochet.

[zonigurl]

As a fan of red light therapy, it does take consistency and routine. It does work for me. 🙂 Then the tension ring, another commonly used option is for colorwork. This ring will allow you to hold 2 strands and keeps them separated. Thanks again for reviewing these items. I hope you do post a review on Amazon as well. ❤

[josephpoole]

It was so amazing meeting you today! Thank you so so much again for taking the time to take a photo with me. I'm sorry if I was obviously fanboyish, I promise I tried to act normal 😅

[suzettefaircloth]

When you watch instructional videos turn the adjustments to 75 - 50% . Its the little gear symbol usually to the upper right corner of the screen.

[alicecoleman]

Re the red light therapy - I have arthritis and neuropathy in my fingers. I bought a hand massager - also expensive $200…but is wonderful. You get the red light therapy, massage and heat. Very helpful to keeping me crocheting.

[susani.-partyonwithyarnandcroc]

Hello, I have been using the Boye gripper for many years. I got it when it came out in the 90's. It helps me so much. I also have that backpack. I use it for everything.

[katieduffy]

I have that bag and I it! When I travel by car to see family, I have all my stuff and any chit-chatting time I can crochet as they all know it's a passion of mine.