Although using a crochet hook isn't usually a short cut to learning to knit, you can try out knitting with wide-diameter crochet hooks. However, take note that crochet hooks are designed to make small materials such as baby shoes, small bags, etc. Meanwhile, knitting involves the making of larger materials like sweaters and other garments. So, a crochet hook may be used for getting basic knowledge of knitting, but it's not for every-day knitting.