How To Crochet Magic Ring

Magic ring, also known as a magic loop, magic circle, is a special technique used to start a looped item , such as a crocheted project in the round.
The beauty of the magic loop is that it creates a seamless starting point, making for a neat and solid center for crochet projects.
It takes some practice to master the magic loop technique, but once familiarized, it becomes an ideal way to start a crochet loop project.

NoteIn this tutorial we use a double loop to make a magic ring, which will be stronger than a regular magic ring. If you want to make a regular magic ring, just make only one loop when wrapping the yarn.

magic ring (step by step for beginners)

Use your usual handheld line.
If you can't, check out our hold the yarn tutorial.

Wrap the yarn tail around the middle and ring fingers twice.
Remember to keep a bit of the yarn tail.

Crochet hook through two loops and yarn over.
If you're not familiar with yarn over, check out the yarn overtutorial.

Pull through from both loops and make a loop.

Add a chain stitch as the first single crochet.
If you want to crochet the magic circle in other stitches, add chain stitches at the corresponding height.

Go through the two loops again and yarn over.
The next steps are the same as for the single crochet.

Crochet hook through two loops and yarn over.

Pull through both loops to complete a single crochet over a magic ring.
Continue crocheting the remaining 5 Single crochet in the same manner.

Pull the first circle.

Then pull on the second loop to tighten the magic ring.

Pull on the yarn tail again to tighten the entire magic loop.

Finally, find the first stitch of the double strand of yarn to pass through and pull out.

Make a slip stitch.

You get a perfect magic ring, and you can try making magic rings using different stitches that will have different effects.

TipAt this point you've learned how to knit a magic ring, so if you want to take the next step, take a look at our crochet guide, which will give you ample guidance.

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