How To crochet magic ring ? Many people find it very difficult to crochet the magic ring . This article uses videos, photo and text to help you learn it.
The magic loop, also known as the magic ring, is a technique for starting crochet in the round without leaving a hole in the center. It can be tricky to master, so don’t worry if it takes a few tries to get it right!
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What is magic ring in crocheting？
A magic ring (also called a magic circle or magic loop) is a technique used in crochet to create a tightly closed center for projects worked in the round. It is commonly used for amigurumi, hats, doilies, and other circular patterns where a seamless and adjustable starting point is desired.
The magic ring is preferred over the traditional chain method because it eliminates a visible hole in the middle of the work, giving projects a cleaner and more professional look. While it may take some practice to master, it is an essential skill for crocheters who enjoy working in the round.
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Magic ring tutorial
For beginners who love crochet, the text and photo may be difficult to understand, so we made a video for you to use as a reference.
How to hold a crochet hook?
There are several ways to hold a crochet hook, but the one most common are the pencil grip . There’s no right or wrong way—just go with what feels most comfortable.
The pencil grip: Hold the hook as you would a pencil, letting it rest between your thumb and index finger.
Mark: We found that in the actual crochet process, there are two incorrect ways of holding the hand. If you crochet for a long time, the hand holding the pen grip method will feel sore and everyone should try to avoid the following two situations.
Tip 1 ：
As shown in the photo on the left, the hook is held too far forward。
your hands will feel uncomfortable after crochet for a long time.
Tip 2:
As shown in the photo on the left, the hook is held too far back.
The hands feel like they can’t reach the fabric during crocheting.
How to crochet magic ring ?
Preparation: choose the appropriate yarn and crochet hook, making sure the thickness of the yarn and crochet hook match.
Turn your left palm toward you, and hold the yarn you want with your right hand (usually leave about 15cm).
Then place the tail of the yarn in front of your left palm.
Wrap the tail of the yarn around your left pinky finger, making sure the loop is tight but not too tight.
Slide the tail of the yarn over the back of your left hand and place the yarn in front of your index finger.
Wrap it around your middle finger so it crosses in front of it.
Hold the yarn with your left thumb in the cross position.
Create a steady winding position.
Insert the hook through the loop from right to left. Turn the hook so the tip is facing away from you.。
Grab the yarn with the tip of the hook and pull it back through the loop while turning the hook so the tip is facing you.
This loop will become your starting stitch.
Using the counterclockwise winding method, use your right hand to wrap a loop around the crochet hook。
Pass the yarn through the loop of the crochet hook to form a complete loop.
This loop is the chain stitch, which we also call the starting stitch.
The hook is inserted from the bottom of the loop and the loop is pulled out counterclockwise.
Two loops will be formed above the hook.
Using the counterclockwise winding method.
Pass through these two loops, this is the single stitch.
Put a marker on the first short stitch (V-shaped).
Continue following the above steps until you have the required number of stitches.
Make sure that each stitch is the same length and tightness.
The middle finger slips out of the coil.
Use your right hand to pull the stitch end and your left hand to tighten the loop.
Pull the yarn tight to make sure there are no gaps in the loop.
If you find any loose spots in the loop, you can gently adjust it with the crochet hook.
Remove the marker on the first stitch.
The crochet hook passes through the loop of (the first mark button) and makes a slip stitch, so that the magic ring can be fixed.
The stitch is completed, and at this point, the second round can star t crocheting the pattern you want
How many chains are in a crochet magic circle?
| Stitch Type | Chains in Magic Ring? |
|---|---|
| Single crochet (sc) | Usually 0 chain stitch |
| Double crochet (dc) | 3 chain stitch for stitch height |
Is a magic ring always 6 stitches?
Yes.
We found that 6 sc is the most common number of stitches, especially when corchet amigurumi, because it can form a tight little center.
For example:
- 6 sc: most common, compact center, suitable for doll projects.
- 8 sc: slightly larger center, some diagrams may use.
- 12 dc: suitable for larger projects, such as hats, table mats, etc.
What is the difference between a magic ring and a magic circle?
Same
✅ Magic ring = Magic circle
Magic ring(circle) are a popular method for crocheting toys because they are the only method of making circular works that are guaranteed to have no holes.
Magic ring （circle） in crochet,are a technique used to create small, adjustable loops of yarn that can replace the traditional chain loops with gaps.
How do you count crochet stitches in magic ring?
🔍 For example
“Work 6 sc into magic ring”, then:
We should see 6 little “V”s around the ring round
- The slip stitch (if used to join the round) does NOT count as a stitch.
- In order to prevent mistakes, we usually mark the first and last stitches maker .
Why is my magic ring curving?
| Cause | Explanation | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Tightening the thread too early | If we tighten the thread too early, it may cause the loop to bend inward. | Keep the loop slightly loose before completing the first circle, and then gently tighten the thread after completion. |
| Too many stitches in the loop | If too many stitches are hooked into the magic loop, the loop will be too crowded and cause bending. | If we accidentally hook too many stitches, remove them and start again. |
| The hook is too small | A too small hook will cause the hook to be too tight | we use a hook of the same thickness as the thread. For example, if the thread is 3.0mm, use a 3.0mm hook. |
Why can’t I close my magic ring crochet?
Too many stitches or tension problems If we hook too many stitches in the magic ring, or the tension is too tight, it will cause the magic ring to not close smoothly.
Make sure to hook the correct number of stitches according to the pattern, and check whether our hand tension is appropriate to avoid being too tight.
