Is anyone else counting down the days to The Gilded Age Season 3 premiere on HBO? The new season drops June 22, and here at the Furls office, we’re hooked—pun intended! With all the elegance, drama, and opulence of the Gilded Age era, we couldn’t help but wonder: if each character were a Furls crochet hook, which one would they be? From Bertha Russell’s bold ambition to Marian Brook’s quiet charm, we’ve matched your favorite characters to the perfect crochet hooks. Let’s stitch our way through high society!
Which Furls crochet hook would you pick for each character? Here are our selections:
Bertha Russell: Streamline Metal Polished Gold
Any list of the who's who in 1880s New York has to start with Bertha Russell (watch out, Mrs. Astor!), and we think the Polished Gold Streamline Metal hook is the perfect fit for Mrs. Russell's aspirations and determination.
Agnes van Rhijn: Ebony Streamline Wood
Mrs. van Rhijn is all about the classics, and clings to her traditional ways. This dark Ebony Streamline wood hook with its understated elegance is the perfect choice for her!
Marian joins New York society as part of the van Rhijn household, yet embraces the changes happening around her. The iconic shape of the Libra Zodiac Streamline Resin crochet hook echoes the traditional, while the softly swirled colorway (with a hint of sparkle) reflects her graceful acceptance of changes in 1880s society.
Peggy Scott: Ember Streamline Resin
Peggy is passionate about her talent, strong in her principles, and a reliable friend. The Ember Streamline Resin crochet hooks reflects her strength and fire as an independent career woman.
Ada Brook: Teal Ombre Streamline Wood
Miss Ada retains the traditional Streamline shape favored by her sister Mrs. van Rhijn, while being open to the new developments that are happening in New York society. The Teal Ombre hook reflects a twist on the traditional.
p.s. We can't wait to see what changes are in store for Miss Ada in season 3!
George Russell: Silver Streamline Metal
Mr. Russell is a self-made man with an industrial fortune, which is reflected in the shiny steel-colored finish of the Silver Streamline Metal crochet hook. Perfect for a robber baron with a heart of gold!
Mrs. Astor is queen of the old guard in New York Society, which is based on moneyed families with American pedigrees reaching back to the Mayflower. She would definitely reach for the Alpha Series American Walnut crochet hook for being an American-made heirloom of the highest quality and tradition.
Gladys Russell: Gemini Pollux Zodiac Streamline Resin
Gladys just wants to be a normal girl, but her extraordinarily ambitious mother Mrs. Russell has bigger plans! The Gemini Pollux hook reflects Gladys' purity of personality, while the ribbon of gold glitter belies her status as an heiress from the richest new money family in New York.
Larry Russell: Gemini Castor Zodiac Streamline Resin
Larry and Gladys aren't twins, but as siblings they both seem to be people of substance, despite the riches and status of their family. Larry is looking for his place in the world beyond his father's shadow, so we chose the Gemini Castor hook, a deep black with the rich gold glitter swirl as befitting this heir.
Aurora Fane: Fjord Streamline Resin
Mrs. Fane provides Mrs. Russell with the first introduction to New York Society, despite the objections of her old money family the van Rhijns. We chose Fjord to represent her water-like nature, and ability to go where the flow takes her.
Mrs. Fane provides Mrs. Russell with the first introduction to New York Society, despite the objections of her old money family the van Rhijns. We chose Fjord to represent her water-like nature, and ability to go where the flow takes her.
Oscar van Rhijn: Scorpio Zodiac Streamline Resin
Oscar is strong-willed with a skeptical eye, just like a good Scorpio. He's always got a scheme going, and is ready to embrace any opportunity that comes his way in order to secure his place bridging the old with the new in New York society.
Mr. McAllister is the biggest social butterfly in all of New York society as queen bee Mrs. Astor's lieutenant, while also playing both sides with a friendship with new money Mrs. Russell. The new Matte Aura Streamline Metal hook reflects Mr. McAllister's colorful personality, while the Streamline shape reflects his membership in the old guard.
At first glance, Tom Raikes seems to be a solid middle-class lawyer, but does he have designs beyond his station? We've selected the Bronze Streamline Metal to exemplify his resolve to scale the heights of New York Society while maintaining a hardworking exterior.
Mrs. Fish is possibly the most fun woman in New York society, hosting Newport weekends for young people, and whimsical events like doll's tea parties. She goes where the most thrilling party is, so she would definitely choose an eye-catching Hibiscus Streamline Resin crochet hook!
When she transforms from lady's maid Turner into the new Mrs. Winterton, Enid shows us that she plans to change her fortunes by any means necessary. The Ember Galaxy crochet hook is the perfect choice for her, as it reflects her steely resolve and fiery ambition.
Mr. Fortune: Red Streamline Metal
Mr. Fortune is the owner and printer of a prominent newspaper in New York, and becomes Peggy Scott's employer and champion. We think the Red Streamline Metal crochet hook suits his position as one of the most important real-life historical figures of the time.
Carrie Astor: Matte Blush Streamline Metal
As a member of the younger generation of New York society, Carrie just wants to have fun and find a nice man to spend time with, despite her controlling mother's demands. The Matte Blush Streamline Metal hook is perfect for a sweet girl caught in the demands of tradition.
Jack Treacher: Polished Onyx Streamline Metal
As a footman in the van Rhijn household, Jack has a position in the working underclass of New York, however his status as inventor and clockmaker has poised him to move up in the social ranks. We've chosen the Polished Onyx Streamline Metal hook for Jack, as it reflects his resolve and optimism.
Reverend Luke Forte: Matte Onyx Streamline Metal
When a new rector comes to town, everyone takes notice of the kind and gentle Bostonian. We think the Matte Onyx Streamline Metal hook is a great pick for this humble yet stalwart minister.
Dashiell Montgomery: Laurel Streamline Wood
Mr. Montgomery is a kind and wealthy widow who has a warm but traditional view of family and society. We've chosen a solid, time-honored hook for Dashiell: the Laurel Streamline Wood crochet hook.
The Duke of Buckingham: Alpha Series Tulipwood
Does the Duke even have a first name? Everyone is more concerned with his status as a member of British Royalty, and how being near him can help their own social standing. As they fight for his favor, we have chosen a traditional handmade Alpha Series hook in a striking orange Tulipwood to represent His Grace.
What do you think? What hooks would you have chosen for the members of The Gilded Age cast of characters? Anyone we missed? Which hook/character do you love most?
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