Tulip ETIMO Murasaki Crochet Hook Set vs Tulip ETIMO Red Crochet Hook Set

Both sets are Tulip ETIMO hooks with the same soft cushion grip and smooth, snag-free tip, so the stitching feel is nearly identical. The Murasaki adds a 6.00 mm hook and tops out larger, while the Red reaches down to 1.80 mm for fine thread work. Owners of both praise the grip for long sessions and the polished tip for even gauge; the Murasaki's handmade Kyoto case is the nicer object, the Red's jacquard case is more practical for travel. Buy the Murasaki for lace-to-worsted work and a keepsake case, the Red for thread and fine yarn projects.

• Choose the ETIMO Murasaki if you work mostly in sizes 2.00 mm and up, want a 6.00 mm hook in the set, and value a handmade clasp case.
• Choose the ETIMO Red if you crochet fine thread and lace, need the 1.80 mm hook, and want a matte finish that cuts glare.