My standard crochet hook for Anchor/Cannon crochet cotton is usually a steel No. 7 - that was how I was taught. I think one of the larger hooks does better for acrylic yarns. I also second the advice on the turning chains at the end of each row.
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Date: 2010-03-03 06:57 am (UTC)*looks at various doilies from student days that still exist, miraculously enough*
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