Crochet Hook Review and Giveaway: Denise 2 Go
Every Sunday during National Crochet Month 2013, I’ll be reviewing crochet hooks. Today’s post features the Denise2Go For Crochet kit, along with a giveaway for one set, courtesy of Denise.
A few years back, one of my very first crochet “investments” was to purchase a complete Denise Interchangeable Crochet Hook Set.
My beloved Denise Interchangeable Crochet Hook set, missing an end button 
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I have never been a fan of plastic hooks. Before buying Denise hooks, I had many horrific experiences where a plastic hook snapped into pieces while I was crocheting and I was lucky to have both eyes afterwards. So I was a bit leery of this set before reading all the great reviews. With a retail price of $44.95, it was so much cheaper than the other interchangeable hook sets at the time that I decided to risk it. (It didn’t hurt that the set was made entirely in the USA in a zero landfill environment.)
After the set arrived, I fell in love. Although the hooks were plastic, they didn’t have the brittle seams that snag on yarn as other plastic hooks do. I found it easy to assemble the cords and to build my own double-ended and Tunisian hooks. And I’ve never had one break or even feel close to snapping. I have since purchased extra hooks in some of my favorite sizes so that it is easier to do double-ended crochet projects.
For some reason, although I love metal hooks for “regular” crochet, I’ve always found them very uncomfortable for Tunisian and double-ended crochet. And while bamboo hooks are great, when I’m crocheting on the subway commute, I don’t really want to be poking my neighbor with a 14″ long hook. These Denise hooks have always helped fill that gap for me. The plastic doesn’t feel as harsh to the touch as metal, and it doesn’t get cold in the way that metal does. Using a cord (or multiple cords) allows you to have a long hook length without jutting out.
The Denise hook set is what I always pack when I travel. I know that I’m going to crochet, but I’m not quite sure what projects will come to my mind. Or what if my gauge is off? Not to worry, because this kit includes so many size hooks, and I can also start a double-ended or Tunisian project.
Naturally, I planned to review these hooks for NatCroMo13. I contacted the very friendly people at Denise, and they introduced me to the Denise2Go for Crochet, one of their newest products. Today, I’m happy to review that set and offer one as giveaway, too.
The Denise 2 Go kit comes rolled up in an attractive fabric designed by Lorna Miser. (You can read more about this here in an interview from the Jimmy Beans Wool blog.) This is truly something that can fit in your pocket (if you have jeans or something with sizeable pockets on, that is).
Each kit includes 6 hooks (in US sizes from H-8/5 mm to M-13/9 mm), 4 teal cords (in 3 inch, 5 inch, 9 inch, and 14 inch lengths) to coordinate with the case, 2 end buttons, and 1 extender.
For a crocheter who works primarily with sport/DK, medium/worsted, and bulky yarns, these hooks are a great range for projects on the go.
I love that the cords are a different color than the ones in my regular set.
Here’s a hook set up I might use for a Tunisian crochet project. I generally go up at least 2 hook sizes for Tunisian crochet to reduce the curl.
The kit retails for $39.95. The frugal version of me would say you might be better off buying the full kit, since it has more hooks, cords, extenders, and end buttons. The version of me that likes cute stuff and travels a lot would say you are better off buying the 2 Go kit since it is so darn adorable and it is even more portable than the full set.
Giveaway
When I contacted the generous team at Denise to tell them about my plans for reviewing their hooks during NatCroMo13, they were generous enough to send along two Denise2Go for Crochet kits. Naturally, I kept one for myself 
and I’m offering the other one to one lucky reader.
This giveaway is open internationally. Enter by 11:59 p.m. Eastern time on Saturday, March 23, 2013.
To enter:
Leave me a comment telling me how you usually crochet on the go – what type of projects and what type of hooks do you bring with you?For additional entries, like Underground Crafter on Facebook, follow Underground Crafter on Twitter, join the Underground Crafter group on Ravelry, and/or share a link to this giveaway on Facebook, Twitter, or your blog. (And then, leave a comment here, on Facebook, on Twitter, or in the Ravelry group letting me know what you did!)One winner will be chosen at random.
Good luck!
What a fab looking set! I get most of my crochet time during my commute, and carry my current project, yarn and hook in a small bag.
I’ve just started learning Tunisian, and this set would come in super handy
All my crochet projects are on the go- whether they’re getting transported from my bedroom to the living room and back or they go with me to school and my stitching group. I like to pack everything up in a drawstring project bag.
I crochet small items on the go during my train commute. I do things like embellishments (flowers, brooches etc). But I love this set because I love working with DK, worsted and bulky yarns. Most of my completed crochet projects have been done with bulky yarn.
I just learned the TSS and am getting ready to do a throw pillow in Tunisian crochet. This set would be an awesome addition to my crochet crafting tools.
Thanks so much for hosting these giveaways Marie.
I have recently gotten back to crocheting after a 33 year hiatus. This cute set would be perfect for me.
I am following the Underground Crafter on Twitter!
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I joined the Underground Crafter group on Ravelry!
As a newbie crocheter, I haven’t moved into crocheting on the go yet. Crocheting still requires too much attention for me. As I get better, this set would be perfect for providing the incentive to crochet on the go!
Liked on Facebook!
Joined the Ravelry group as chaoshi13
I just learned how to crochet last summer, and crocheting on the go seems to be the only way for me to get any work done. I usually have to commute by train up to 3 hours a day, perfect crocheting time. I work on scarfs or shawls during my commute, which unfortunately means that I have a lot of unblocked projects with tails that need to be FOed. I am using the wooden “I” hook from a Knook kit to do a Tunisian project called Pax by Aoibhe Ni. I cannot wait to work on more Tunisian projects, it makes such a lovely fabric. Thank you for such a perfect giveaway, as well as all of the other fun giveaways you have had so far this month.
When I travel I tend to take easy projects with me. Not necessarily small projects, but easy ones. When I’m on a train I want to be able to look outside and admire the sight, and then return to my project without thinking ‘where the hell am I in the pattern?’
I’ve been a Facebook fan for a long time too, by the way
Great giveaway! I hadn’t heard of these needles before but those wires just scream for more Tunisian projects!
xo,
wink
I love crocheting small things like dish cloths when I am on the go. I think these hooks look awesome and I would love to try some out. I am already following you on Twitter and Facebook. My ravelry username is amandacake.
Oh, I love these! I’ve often thought the main weakness of the Denise interchangeable knitting needle and crochet hook sets is that they come in such plain, uninspiring cases. These are adorable, from the fabric to the colored cables! I usually just try and guess the size crochet hooks I’ll need when I pack them to take on a trip, but I’d definitely pack this roll instead.
I like this on faacebook!
I shared this contest on my Facebook page!
I have shared this page on my facebook page!
I love to crochet on road trips (hooray for a husband who does the driving!) and I often take a crochet project along to places where I’ll be sitting for a while. I have several metal hooks rattling around in *ahem* a plastic, ziplock bag. I’ve been wishing for a cuter, better, more durable option for the hooks!
On-the-go projects have included custom-designed Christmas stockings for my family, a cardigan, and my first Tunisian project, car seat strap covers. I’d love to have Tunisian-friendly hooks for projects larger than 4 inches.
This looks like a great set! I would love to try them out. They would be great to use while traveling this summer.
That is a cool case.
I love the interchangeables, I wish they made a special Tunisian set (well, too late now for me, I’ve already built up my own duplicate hooks). This is a very nice casual trip case idea! I agree with wink. When crocheting on the go, simple patterns are best for the fractured attention spans.
Thanks for the review and giveaway!
I’ve never done Tunisian projects on the go. I usually do motif projects or something small, like slippers, when I’m traveling. This 2 Go hook set is too cute!
I follow you on Twitter (@Meanderinghome); like you on Facebook, and am in the Rav group (name: Meanderinghome)
When I crochet on the go I usually work on blankets (while they are still small) or small motifs. I normally bring whatever hook size I need for my project.
I am a fan of your Facebook page.
Following you on Twitter. @armazey
I am a member of your Ravelry group. Thanks!
I crochet on the go with my trusty J hook and basic RH yarn to make my squares for HeartMadeBlessings.org or other smaller items for what ever the charity of the month is!
I am new to crochet, this would like a good set to add to my collection.
I have been wanting to try hooks by DENISE but have not bought any yet. Would love to add these to my other hooks. I always bring some project to work on in the car when going out of town to visit family several times a year.
I usually have a crochet project with me when I go out, I like to work on hats, scarves, and little things like ornaments in the car and wherever else I might be sitting down (or standing up if I’m waiting in line). This is a lovely looking set, thank you for the opportunity!
I am just starting to learn and this would be perfect. The goal is to be able to have some type of project to work on when I fly and not worry about having it taken from me by security… if I don’t win on my trip in 2 weeks to Scotland I will see if I can find something like this!
I have a yarn bag that I designed that is perfect for a project on the go, the pattern and hook etc. It can hang over your arm so I can even crochet standing up. Don’t want to waste any crochet time
. At the moment I take my bamboo hooks with me. I’m usually making hats as I design themed hats for children (and big kids 
thank you ever so much for the chance to win!
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I’m a follower on twitter @crochetaddictuk
I am a member of the ravelry group Susand1408
I like the little case that it comes in! I crochet way more than I do knitting. In fact, it’s probably because of crochet that my bf left me!!! I crochet in the car, on the plane, in the airport, or anywhere! I love it. One of my next purchases needs to be a really good craft bag!
I bring small projects with short hooks–it’s often close quarters on public transit! Liked on fb, shared the post on fb, follow you on Twitter (mitoticspindle), in the group on Ravelry (lafileuse).
Already like you on Facebook, already a member of the Ravelry Group and crochet on the go ALL the time. I usually travel with an entire case of hooks and notions. Winning this set would make things SO much easier! I usually work on whatever project I have going at the time, Afghan, scarf, hat sweater…
Thank you for the opportunity to win this awesome set! Good Luck everyone!
I’ve seen lots of Knitting ones like this, but this is the first Crochet Version I’ve seen. Looks very interesting.
I usually use the Clover ones that have a flat sort of shaped handle. (feels best when I hold onto it), or the steel aluminum ones for thread crochet. I make baby booties, doilies, miniature toys, and I do a lot of crochet as accents on my knitting projects as well. Crochet has such great borders.
I have shared the link in fb, liked the Underground Crafter Page on FB and am about to look for you Ravelry Group to join!
thanks for the great giveaway.
I bring small to medium size projects on the go. While hubby drives I crochet. I also crochet at doctor’s offices etc.
I’ve been following you on twitter, facebook and also on ravelry.
Whenever I go travelling (if only for 1/2 hour) I take along a crochet project. Take projects to do while at the doctor or hair salon! However the largest project that travels with me is a baby afghan/blanket!
I usually stick to granny squares on the go, but these hooks would inspire me to try something new.
I usually have a bag of lots of stuff for traveling. i quilt, crochet, knit, sew, you name it. luv to make granny squares for different things, have 2 granny square Christmas tree skirts, one in green and one in red. would luv to have this freebie. thanks.
This set is so pretty; I’ve wanted to get an interchangeable set, but haven’t as of yet. I like to crochet things like granny squares when I’m on the go. It’s easy to just bring a skein or two to start the squares, and then as I progress in making a bunch of them, I will start on the next rows and bring a different skein or two. Thanks for a chance at this giveaway.
I also bring a small set of crochet hooks, needles (to work in loose edges) and a thread/yarn cutter.
did all of the above–already a fan of underground crafter on facebook, followed underground crafter on twitter, joined group on ravelry and shared on my facebook wall.
I usually crochet small things on the go, hats or scarves. And my hooks depend on my mood. Most of the time, it’s only the hook that I need for the specific project that I’m traveling with. Though sometimes I’ll have a huge bag of yarn with a whole pencil case of hooks!
I love to crochet while waiting in the car to pick up the kids or waiting to go to work I love this set!
I knit and crochet on my breaks at work. I like small projects like washcloths, hats and baby things.
I would start a Tunisian scarf! These would be great for work breaks!
so so cute! thanks for the review. I liked the idea of this set, except for the plastic, i might have to try it after all.
im new to crocheting and i havent gotten good enough to bring my projects out in public lol
I can’t crochet on the go yet – I’m still learning and need to concentrate….
I have liked Underground Crafter on Facebook.
I don’t tend to do enough crochet on the go to have figured out good method for traveling with my crochet. We generally do most of our trips in nicer weather and I only started crocheting again (after 20+ years) in the late fall. The one 2 times that I have I have pretty much thrown all yarn, pattern, hooks and scissors for the current WIP in a tote bag and then spent half of my time searching for the item I needed!
As I wait for my kids at school or at lessons and appointments, I like to crochet. I’ve done simple washcloths, scarves, and doilies. Now I am trying more challenging items with different stitches. I get my longest stretches of crocheting on long 10-12 hour flights between Jordan or Europe and the western US. But that is when I need the plastic hooks. So, this set is on my list. Some years ago I convinced the airport guy here in Jordan to let me keep my metal hook for the long 12 hour flight to the US. He let me! But for the return trip I made sure I found a plastic hook.
I did a lot of crocheting on the go when I was pregnant – lots of doctor appts. I took along cotton yarn and made dishcloths. It gave me a great opportunity to try different stitch patterns. My current to-go projects are usually doilies in thread.
I don’t have a lot of hooks, so I just use whatever kind I happen to have in the right size. As far as what to crochet on the go, as long as it’s not too big I’ll work on it. How complicated a pattern I’ll tackle depends on how much uninterrupted time I can expect to get!
I crochet a lot of skinny scarves for a local charity and these tend to be my crochet on the go projects. I love metal hooks and tend to grab a size H or I for my project.
I get your email, follow you on Facebook (where I just posted a like to this contest) and am a member of your Ravelry group.
Thanks for a chance to win a great prize!