Thank you ladies - all this advice is wonderful. Several people have contacted me with sites to check out and I am quite looking forward to the challenge!! I did find a crochet hook last night but it was a 1 mm and very thin, so I will purchase a 4mm, thank you Sheila!

Sue - I found the flower loom easy to use so it must be! I don't usually follow instructions very well - usually need to see it being done but this was fine.

Veronica - a metallic thread flower sounds lovely, would love to see that when it's done!!