tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9205505982783962397.post5356008244455489027..comments2024-02-20T01:03:51.947-10:00Comments on ORANGE SINK: Power Hooking A SecretCathy G.http://www.blogger.com/profile/14409521338403315750noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9205505982783962397.post-78605491101561187732010-09-19T11:19:16.408-10:002010-09-19T11:19:16.408-10:00I have a Gene S hook as well and I can say that I ...I have a Gene S hook as well and I can say that I absolutely love it!!! I wouldn't be without it. My hand just doesn't get tired and I love it. Have I said that I love it yet?? LOL!Katrinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09087033541111358930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9205505982783962397.post-19208106461617937322010-07-13T17:17:09.712-10:002010-07-13T17:17:09.712-10:00Cathy: I don't have the hook from Gene, but I...Cathy: I don't have the hook from Gene, but I got a bent hook when I was at Deanne's studio a year ago and it has really changed everything for me...I just love it. Glad to hear you feel the same!Taos Sunflowerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14858962854162972354noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9205505982783962397.post-50121119532851410592010-06-20T13:32:15.367-10:002010-06-20T13:32:15.367-10:00I've used the same hook for years - makeby som...I've used the same hook for years - makeby something new is in order. What is chocolate mint - Sounds great! Mements in TineDorishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15471263543430641785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9205505982783962397.post-8500863381183587832010-06-19T07:25:38.044-10:002010-06-19T07:25:38.044-10:00Cathy,
Welcome to the wonderful world of bent hook...Cathy,<br />Welcome to the wonderful world of bent hook owners!! I have two different bent hooks that I bought from Gene Shepherd, My favorite is the bent hook with the right ergo handle. It has a wonderful handle with just a small indented place to place your thumb. Don't think I explained it right. But I have put aside all my other hooks for Gene's. Just wish my loops looked as good as yours! Just need to pull more, that's all.<br /><br />About that chocolate mint you mentioned, never heard of or seen it but would love to find some. Love chocolate mint ice cream. Would it grow in Florida?<br /><br />Love the sneak of your challenge piece. Great colors!!<br /><br />Trisha in TallahasseeMiccosukeehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10222273370558706333noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9205505982783962397.post-8027284270030233682010-06-18T06:59:20.402-10:002010-06-18T06:59:20.402-10:00Cathy ~
I've never tried a bent shaft hook, bu...Cathy ~<br />I've never tried a bent shaft hook, but when I started hooking a bought a Hartman. I've since bought several other cheaper hooks, pulled a few loops and never used them again. A good hook is definitely a worthy investment!<br />Your plants are lookin' good.<br />Happy (power) hooking!<br />LaurenRugs and Pugshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17084387971128823025noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9205505982783962397.post-33462163843300587382010-06-17T14:38:57.643-10:002010-06-17T14:38:57.643-10:00Happy to hear about your new found hooking pleasur...Happy to hear about your new found hooking pleasure. <br />I have a hook like that I found at my thrift store, only it has the name of Susan Bates, or Susan Bater on it. Haven't really taken time to try it. <br />Maybe I should alto with all my arthritis, rug hooking has never hurt my hands. <br />Your plants look great.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04822226275389410521noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9205505982783962397.post-73249704420380538512010-06-17T14:03:06.169-10:002010-06-17T14:03:06.169-10:00That is a great little hook! I have one myself.That is a great little hook! I have one myself.Sharlene Washingtonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08845758656138967060noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9205505982783962397.post-29416127230490579152010-06-17T13:30:57.193-10:002010-06-17T13:30:57.193-10:00I tried one of those hooks at a Hook-In a few mont...I tried one of those hooks at a Hook-In a few months ago, I should have bought one by now I guess I just put it off. My hand gets very sore from hooking maybe that is the trick.Momz Wool Rug Hooking Studiohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05009786688687189650noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9205505982783962397.post-12434608505017870022010-06-17T12:25:40.245-10:002010-06-17T12:25:40.245-10:00I have been eyeing a bent hook at Deanne Fitzpatri...I have been eyeing a bent hook at Deanne Fitzpatricks shop for months. I think you have convinced me to grab it. I did try it to pull a few loops and like you said, it felt strange at first. But I trust your advice so I'll give it a whirl.<br />KimKimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04738934059756079283noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9205505982783962397.post-44053805950746243642010-06-17T10:55:13.724-10:002010-06-17T10:55:13.724-10:00Yes, those better hooks are DEFINITELY worth the m...Yes, those better hooks are DEFINITELY worth the money spent! ....and those cushions...WOW....how cute!Tammy Burkshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11693566894522334908noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9205505982783962397.post-21867759065746004852010-06-17T10:51:14.935-10:002010-06-17T10:51:14.935-10:00Glad to know you like that hook ~ I'm going to...Glad to know you like that hook ~ I'm going to try one myself sometime! I use a Hartman primitive hook which has a bigger shaft than this one but I'm anxious to see if it will be easier!! You deserve to treat yourself!!Alice ~ Folk Art Primitiveshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16665925544333050591noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9205505982783962397.post-60199872930423435262010-06-17T10:23:58.784-10:002010-06-17T10:23:58.784-10:00Hi Cathy,
That same little $6 hook is what I'v...Hi Cathy,<br />That same little $6 hook is what I've been using for the past 15+ years, too! Hmmmmm! Maybe it's time for The Change. <br />Your Forest Secrets has some lovely colors in it. Can't wait to see the finished piece. The end of July seems sooo far away!<br />Hasn't this been a great summer for growing things? We have had nice rains and enough warm weather to make the plants ppop up faster than the weeds for once!<br />Have a great weekend! Keep up the Power Hooking!!!weaverpathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16533327863909312395noreply@blogger.com