Things you can/can't take on a plane

[athena1277]

We will have some down time on our upcoming trip and I was thinking about bringing stuff to crochet. But then I wondered if I can bring a crochet hook in my carry-on as we are not planning to check bags. It's not sharp, but seems like it might be something the TSA would get upset about. I don't need a pat-down over a crochet hook. Then I wondered if dd could bring her plastic canvas to work on, but that has a good sized needle.

 

I couldn't find any info about these items on the TSA page. Does anyone know if they would be problems? Thanks!

[HistoryMom]

I brought a pack of hooks with me when I flew last time. They either didn't notice it, or didn't care. I crocheted all the way to Scotland and then Portugal. :)

[Mrs Mungo]

http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/assistant/editorial_1252.shtm

 

Knitting needles are permitted in your carry-on baggage or checked baggage. Items needed to pursue a Needlepoint project are permitted in your carry-on baggage or checked baggage with the exception of circular thread cutters or any cutter with a blade contained inside which cannot go through the checkpoint and must go in your checked baggage.

[twoforjoy]

You should be fine, but my understanding is that it's ultimately up to the TSA agent. Whenever I've flown with my knitting stuff, I've brought a large self-addressed stamped envelope with me, so that if they do decide I can't bring them on, I'm not going to be losing them for good.

[twoforjoy]

You should be fine, but my understanding is that it's ultimately up to the TSA agent. Whenever I've flown with my knitting needles, I've brought a large self-addressed stamped envelope with me, so that if they do decide I can't bring them on, I'm not going to be losing them for good.