A crochet hook aid

Abstract

The utility model provides a kind of crochet auxiliary tool, including handle, and the one end of handle is connected with winding column;The end of winding column is connected with annular fixed sheet and moving piece, fixed sheet is fixedly connected with winding column, and moving piece can be moved on winding column to adjust the distance between moving piece and fixed sheet;Fixed sheet is equipped with disconnecting groove, disconnecting groove is set along the circumferential direction of fixed sheet, and moving piece is equipped with baffle along its axial direction, and baffle is inserted into disconnecting groove;Along the circumferential direction of fixed sheet, the two side walls of disconnecting groove and baffle cooperation can limit the rotation of moving piece;Handle is equipped with wire hole.It can be used to assist crochet to weave, and the tool can replace hand to control wool, solve the fatigue and pain and other discomfort caused by wool winding on finger.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of hand knitting tools, specifically to a crochet hook auxiliary tool. Background Technology

[0002] Crocheting is a long-standing and widely popular hand-knitting technique. With its simple tools and rich patterns, it is widely used in the production of knitted products such as sweaters, scarves, and decorations.

[0003] refer to Figure 1 As shown, the operation method of hand crochet is as follows: the operator holds the crochet hook in one hand and controls the yarn feed with the other hand (usually the non-holding hand). In order to ensure the stability of yarn feeding and the uniformity of loop tightness, the industry generally adopts the operating habit of wrapping the yarn around the index finger of the hand, and using the index finger to cooperate with the crochet hook to complete the loop hooking and knitting.

[0004] However, the aforementioned traditional methods have significant ergonomic drawbacks. During prolonged crochet, the index finger, which wraps the yarn, must maintain a relatively straight supporting position to keep the yarn tension stable, while also making frequent, fine adjustments in accordance with the crochet rhythm. This repetitive stress acts on the index finger joint and surrounding muscles, easily leading to muscle fatigue, joint pain, and other discomfort symptoms. In severe cases, it can even cause occupational hand injuries such as tenosynovitis. This problem has become a major bottleneck restricting crochet efficiency and experience, especially for crochet enthusiasts, craft professionals, and others who need to crochet continuously for extended periods. Utility Model Content

[0005] In view of the problems pointed out in the background art, this utility model proposes a crochet hook auxiliary tool to solve the above-mentioned technical problems.

[0006] The technical solution of this utility model is implemented as follows: A crochet hook aid includes a handle, one end of which is connected to a winding post; the end of the winding post is connected to an annular fixed plate and a movable plate, the fixed plate being fixedly connected to the winding post, and the movable plate being movable on the winding post to adjust the distance between the movable plate and the fixed plate; the fixed plate has a breaking groove extending circumferentially along the fixed plate, and the movable plate has a baffle extending into the breaking groove along its axial direction; in the circumferential direction of the fixed plate, the two side walls of the breaking groove cooperate with the baffle to restrict the rotation of the movable plate; the handle has a wire hole.

[0007] The present invention is further configured such that a knob is threadedly connected to the end of the winding column, and the distance between the moving plate and the fixed plate is adjusted by the knob.

[0008] The present invention is further configured such that a T-shaped grip portion is connected to the handle, the grip portion including a horizontal bar portion and a vertical bar portion, the horizontal bar portion being arranged parallel to the handle, the vertical bar portion connecting the horizontal bar portion and the handle, and the grip portion and the wire hole being located on the same side of the handle.

[0009] The present invention is further configured such that the handle has a protruding threading part, the wire hole is disposed on the threading part, and the threading part has a notch connecting the inner and outer sides of the wire hole.

[0010] The present invention is further provided that the handle has a groove on the side facing away from the gripping part to reduce weight.

[0011] The present invention is further configured such that the winding column and the handle are arranged perpendicularly to each other, the fixing plate is connected to the end of the winding column and is coaxial with the winding column, the end of the winding column extends forward to form a connecting column coaxial with it, the moving plate is sleeved on the connecting column, the knob is threadedly connected to the connecting column, and an annular abutment piece is connected to the end of the knob near the moving plate.

[0012] The present invention is further configured such that the fixing piece, the moving piece, and the abutting piece are coaxially arranged and have the same outer diameter.

[0013] The present invention is further configured such that the end of the knob is connected to a screw, and the end of the connecting post is provided with a threaded hole that is threadedly connected to the screw.

[0014] The present invention is further configured such that the handle, the winding post, and the gripping part are integrally injection molded.

[0015] The present invention is further configured such that the connection between the handle and the winding post forms an arc-shaped transition.

[0016] By adopting the above technical solution, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: The crochet hook assist tool provided by this utility model can be used to assist crochet hooks in knitting. This tool can replace human hands in controlling yarn and solves the fatigue and pain caused by yarn getting tangled in the fingers.

[0017] The method for threading the crochet hook auxiliary tool in this application is as follows: Step 1. Pass the yarn through the wire hole; Step 2. The yarn is wound once on the winding post between the fixed plate and the moving plate, and the entry side and exit side of the yarn on the winding post are located on both sides of the baffle, respectively. Step 3. The yarn passes through the wire hole in the reverse direction.

[0018] When using, hold the hook with your right hand and grip the handle with your left hand. Use the winding post instead of your left index finger to wind the yarn. Since the yarn is pressed between the moving plate and the fixed plate, the yarn tension can be adjusted by adjusting the distance between the moving plate and the fixed plate. Attached Figure Description

[0019] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the existing technology.

[0021] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present invention. Figure 1 .

[0022] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present invention. Figure 2 .

[0023] Figure 4 This is an exploded view of the present invention.

[0024] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of the present invention.

[0025] The following are the labels in the attached diagram: 1. Handle, 2. Winding post, 3. Fixing plate, 4. Moving plate, 5. Disconnecting groove, 6. Baffle plate, 7. Wire hole, 8. Knob, 9. Horizontal bar, 10. Vertical bar, 11. Wire threading part, 12. Notch, 13. Groove, 14. Connecting post, 15. Abutment plate, 16. Screw, 17. Threaded hole, 18. Concave hole. Detailed Implementation

[0026] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0027] For reference as follows Figures 1-5 The present invention will be described as follows: Example: This crochet hook aid is an integrated structural design, and its function is to replace the index finger of the hand to complete the winding support and tension adjustment of the yarn.

[0028] A crochet hook aid includes a cylindrical handle 1, one end of which is connected to a cylindrical winding post 2. The winding post 2 and the handle 1 are arranged perpendicularly to each other, and the connection between the handle 1 and the winding post 2 is an arc transition. This design can eliminate stress concentration caused by right-angle connection.

[0029] The handle 1 is connected to a T-shaped grip, which includes a horizontal bar 9 and a vertical bar 10. The horizontal bar 9 is parallel to the handle 1 and spaced apart. The spacing matches the thickness of an adult's index or middle finger, ensuring that the fingers can be stably inserted and form a grip support. The vertical bar 10 connects the horizontal bar 9 and the handle 1.

[0030] In use, the operator inserts their left hand fingers into the gap between the crossbar section 9 and the handle 1, naturally gripping the crossbar section 9. This structure secures the tool in the palm area of ​​the left hand, preventing it from moving during weaving.

[0031] The handle 1, the winding post 2, and the grip are all injection molded as a single piece. PP (polypropylene) or ABS (acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene copolymer) are used as raw materials, and the process involves one-piece injection molding. This process ensures the integrity of the connections between components and avoids the risk of loosening inherent in assembled structures.

[0032] Tension adjustment is the core functional module of this tool. Through the cooperation of fixed plate 3, movable plate 4 and matching connecting column 14, knob 8 and other components, the tension of yarn and wool can be precisely adjusted.

[0033] The end of the winding column 2 is connected to an annular fixed piece 3 and a movable piece 4. The fixed piece 3 is fixedly connected to the winding column 2, and the movable piece 4 can move on the winding column 2 to adjust the distance between the movable piece 4 and the fixed piece 3.

[0034] An annular fixing piece 3 is connected to the end of the winding column 2 and is coaxially arranged with the winding column 2. The end of the winding column 2 extends forward to form a connecting column 14 coaxial with it. The diameter of the connecting column 14 is smaller than the diameter of the winding column 2, forming a stepped shaft structure. This design can axially limit the installation position of the movable piece 4 and prevent it from sliding excessively towards the winding column 2. The annular movable piece 4 is movably sleeved on the connecting column 14 and can move freely along the axial direction of the connecting column 14.

[0035] The end of the connecting column 14 is threaded with a knob 8, which is used to adjust the distance between the moving piece 4 and the fixed piece 3.

[0036] The knob 8 is threadedly connected to the connecting post 14. The end of the knob 8 is provided with a recessed hole 18. The bottom of the recessed hole 18 is connected to a screw 16. The end of the connecting post 14 is provided with a threaded hole 17 that is threadedly connected to the screw 16. The connecting post 14 extends into the recessed hole 18. When the knob 8 is tightened, the end of the connecting post 14 can be fully extended into the recessed hole 18.

[0037] The knob 8 is connected to a ring-shaped abutment piece 15 at one end near the movable piece 4. The knob 8 pushes the movable piece 4 toward the fixed piece 3 through the abutment piece 15.

[0038] The fixed piece 3, the movable piece 4, and the abutting piece 15 are coaxially arranged and have the same outer diameter.

[0039] The fixed plate 3 is provided with a disconnecting groove 5, which extends circumferentially along the fixed plate 3. The movable plate 4 is provided with a baffle 6 along its axial direction, which extends into the disconnecting groove 5. In the circumferential direction of the fixed plate 3, the two side walls of the disconnecting groove 5 cooperate with the baffle 6 to restrict the movable plate 4 from rotating, so that the movable plate 4 can only move axially along the connecting column 14.

[0040] During assembly, the baffle 6 extends into the disconnect groove 5. In the circumferential direction of the fixed plate 3, the two side walls of the disconnect groove 5 can limit the baffle 6, restricting the rotational freedom of the moving plate 4 around the connecting column 14, and retaining only its axial movement freedom, so as to ensure the smooth movement of the moving plate 4 during the tension adjustment process.

[0041] The movable piece 4 is fixed in the circumference to prevent the yarn from getting tangled and disordered due to the rotation of the movable piece 4.

[0042] When increasing yarn tension, rotate knob 8 clockwise. Screw 16 screws inward along the threaded hole 17 of connecting post 14, causing the abutment piece 15 to move towards the moving piece 4 and apply pressure. This pushes the moving piece 4 closer to the fixed piece 3 along the connecting post 14, reducing the gap between them and thus compressing the yarn wrapped in the gap. This increases the friction between the yarn and the component, resulting in increased tension. When decreasing tension, rotate knob 8 counterclockwise. Screw 16 screws outward, eliminating the pressure of the abutment piece 15 on the moving piece 4. Under the slight tension of the yarn, the moving piece 4 moves away from the fixed piece 3, increasing the gap, reducing the compression of the yarn, decreasing friction, and thus decreasing tension. This adjustment method allows for stepless tension adjustment, adapting to the needs of different yarn thicknesses and knitting patterns.

[0043] The handle 1 has a protruding threading part 11 with a wire hole 7. The grip and the wire hole 7 are located on the same side of the handle 1 (ensuring that the direction of the yarn is consistent with the direction of hand operation). The threading part 11 has a notch 12 connecting the inner and outer sides of the wire hole 7. The notch 12 facilitates the entry and exit of the yarn in the wire hole 7, and the width of the notch 12 is smaller than the diameter of the wire hole 7. This design allows for quick threading and removal of the yarn. When threading, the yarn can be directly pressed into the wire hole 7 through the notch 12, eliminating the need to thread the yarn end by end as with traditional threading holes, thus improving operational efficiency. At the same time, because the width of the notch 12 is smaller than the diameter of the yarn, it prevents the yarn from accidentally coming out of the wire hole 7 during knitting.

[0044] The handle 1 has a groove 13 on the side facing away from the grip to reduce weight, and the groove 13 extends to the winding post. This reduces hand fatigue caused by prolonged gripping.

[0045] The method for threading the crochet hook auxiliary tool in this application is as follows: Step 1: Insert the yarn or thread into the wire hole 7. Press the free end of the yarn into the wire hole 7 through the notch 12 of the threading part 11, so that the yarn passes through along the axis of the wire hole 7, ensuring that the yarn is not twisted inside the hole.

[0046] Step 2: Wrap the yarn around the winding post 2. Pull the yarn through the wire hole 7 to the winding post 2 and wrap it around the rod of the winding post 2 between the fixed plate 3 and the moving plate 4. During the winding process, ensure that the yarn is located on both sides of the baffle 6 and that the winding direction is consistent with the direction in which the yarn is pulled out during subsequent knitting.

[0047] Step 3: Pass the yarn back through the guide hole 7 in the opposite direction, pull the free end of the wrapped yarn back to the threading part 11, and pass it through the other side of the guide hole 7 in the opposite direction, so that the yarn forms a closed loop winding structure between the guide hole 7 and the winding post 2. After the yarn is threaded, connect it to the crochet hook for knitting.

[0048] Advantages of this application: (1) Fatigue relief effect: By replacing the index finger of the hand with the winding post 2 to complete the winding support of the yarn, the local pressure and friction caused by the direct contact of the yarn with the fingers are completely avoided, and the risk of index finger fatigue, pain and tenosynovitis caused by long-term knitting is fundamentally solved.

[0049] (2) Precision of tension adjustment: The threaded adjustment method is used to realize stepless adjustment of the distance between the moving plate 4 and the fixed plate 3. The yarn tension can be precisely controlled according to the yarn thickness (from fine yarn to thick knitting yarn) and the knitting pattern, ensuring that the knitted loops are evenly tight and improving the quality of knitted products.

[0050] (3) Ease of operation: The T-shaped grip enables quick positioning and stable gripping of the tool, the notch-type wire hole design simplifies the wire threading process, and the integrated structure avoids the problem of loose parts. The tool has a low operating threshold, and novice users can quickly master the basic usage methods.

[0051] (4) Structural stability: The integrated injection molding process and arc transition structure improve the overall mechanical properties of the tool, making it impact-resistant and wear-resistant. Under normal use, its service life can reach more than 3 years, which is suitable for the high-frequency use needs of home handicrafts and small workshops.

[0052] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A crochet hook aid, characterized in that: The device includes a handle, one end of which is connected to a winding post; the end of the winding post is connected to an annular fixed plate and a movable plate, the fixed plate being fixedly connected to the winding post, and the movable plate being movable on the winding post to adjust the distance between the movable plate and the fixed plate; the fixed plate is provided with a disconnecting groove extending along the circumference of the fixed plate, and the movable plate is provided with a baffle along its axial direction, the baffle extending into the disconnecting groove; in the circumference of the fixed plate, the two side walls of the disconnecting groove cooperate with the baffle to restrict the rotation of the movable plate; the handle is provided with a wire hole.

2. The crochet hook auxiliary tool according to claim 1, characterized in that: The end of the winding column is threaded with a knob, which is used to adjust the distance between the moving plate and the fixed plate.

3. The crochet hook auxiliary tool according to claim 2, characterized in that: The handle is connected to a T-shaped grip, which includes a horizontal bar and a vertical bar. The horizontal bar is parallel to the handle, and the vertical bar connects the horizontal bar and the handle. The grip and the wire hole are located on the same side of the handle.

4. A crochet hook auxiliary tool according to claim 3, characterized in that: The handle has a protruding threading part, a wire hole is located on the threading part, and the threading part has a notch connecting the inner and outer sides of the wire hole.

5. A crochet hook auxiliary tool according to claim 3, characterized in that: The handle has a groove on the side facing away from the grip to reduce weight.

6. A crochet hook auxiliary tool according to claim 3, characterized in that: The winding column and the handle are arranged perpendicular to each other. The fixing plate is connected to the end of the winding column and is coaxial with the winding column. The end of the winding column extends forward to form a connecting column that is coaxial with it. The moving plate is sleeved on the connecting column. The knob is threadedly connected to the connecting column. An annular abutment plate is connected to the end of the knob near the moving plate.

7. A crochet hook auxiliary tool according to claim 6, characterized in that: The fixed piece, the movable piece, and the abutment piece are coaxially arranged and have the same outer diameter.

8. A crochet hook auxiliary tool according to claim 6, characterized in that: The knob is connected to a screw at one end, and the connecting post is provided with a threaded hole that is threaded to the screw at the other end.

9. A crochet hook auxiliary tool according to claim 3, characterized in that: The handle, winding post, and gripping part are integrally injection molded.

10. A crochet hook auxiliary tool according to claim 9, characterized in that: The connection between the handle and the winding post has an arc-shaped transition.

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