Crochet Basics: Magic Ring
Many crocheters find the Magic Ring one of the most frustrating techniques to learn. But I believe, is it a necessary skill! The magic circle can be a bit tricky at first, but I promise it is ten times better than starting with a foundation chain. Learn how to crochet the magic ring easily with my step-by-step simple guide.
The Magic Ring is used to create a sealed center join when working in the round, for example when starting a hat, an amigurumi pattern or even a granny square. The common abbreviation for a magic ring is MR, you may also see it called a magic loop or circle.
A lot of patterns start with something like “Ch4, join with a slip stitch to form a loop, work 12dc into the loop”. This is a great way to start but it leaves a gaping hole in the center that you’re unable to close. Instead, you may use a magic ring technique, that I’m sharing with you today. Look through the picture guide and written instructions below. You can use this technique with any hook and yarn.
I hope you could all follow that – it’s too good a technique not to learn!! If you have any questions, please comment below.
Steps 1-4
Wrap the strand of yarn twice around your index and middle fingers. With the palm facing up, the end should be pointing towards your little finger on the fingertip side of your hand
Tuck the yarn under your little finger to keep tension.
Hold the yarn down with your thumb and turn your hand over.
Insert your hook underneath the loop closest to the fingertips and over the second loop.
Steps 5-8
Steps 9-12
Your directions say to start out by wrapping yarn twice around ring and middle finger. However you photo shows to wrap yarn around index and middle. This is why magic rings are difficult for people learning, the photos don't match up with the written instructions. Luckily I know how to do a magic ring, I was just interested in seeing how it was taught.
Your directions say to start out by wrapping yarn twice around ring and middle finger. However you photo shows to wrap yarn around index and middle. This is why magic rings are difficult for people learning, the photos don't match up with the written instructions. Luckily I know how to do a magic ring, I was just interested in seeing how it was taught.
Hi Erica! Well noted, thank you. I've corrected the instructions, however both methods are fine.
I mastered it and it is wonderful.
I mastered it and it is wonderful.
Thank you, Ann!
why do you not use videos, is more easy for us to follow tnks
why do you not use videos, is more easy for us to follow tnks
Hi Carmen! Oh videos… I wish I had more time for that. Hopefully, will manage that someday soon. Anyway, thank you for reading!
That is so kool I am so glad that you taught me that. That will make my work so much easier. Thanks again