A magic circle, also known as a crochet magic ring or adjustable ring, is a technique used to start a project worked in the round. It is particularly common when starting projects like granny squares, hats, and amigurumi projects. A magic circle creates an adjustable loop, which is a simple way to start crocheting in the round by finishing the first round of stitches required for the pattern.
A magic circle is a helpful and important method in crochet, as it creates a loop that you can crochet into. After crocheting, you can pull the tail and the circle closes. The magic loop in crochet, also known as a magic circle or magic ring, is a small, adjustable loop of yarn that can be used instead of a traditional chain loop. It is a popular way to begin amigurumi because it guarantees no hole.
A magic ring is a great way to begin a crochet project that will be worked in the round. It is also excellent for amigurumi. The crochet magic circle is also commonly referred to as the magic ring, and in US terms, it is abbreviated as MC. The magic ring is a way to begin projects that are crocheted in the round. To do the Magic Ring method, crochet the first round of stitches into an adjustable loop.
📹 How To Crochet- The Magic Circle (or magic ring)
This video teaches viewers how to crochet the Magic Circle, a technique used for starting projects like toys and hats. The instructor explains the steps clearly and demonstrates the process, emphasizing the importance of keeping the initial twist loose. The video ends with a reminder to subscribe for more crochet tutorials.
📹 CROCHET: How to crochet a Magic circle | Bella Coco
Here is a tutorial showing how to do the magic circle. This can be used for crochet in the round like the Sunburst granny squares …
Thanks so much. I found other tutorials about the magic circle very confusing. Then I remembered how clear your tutorials for Granny Squares and scalloped edges were. I’ve been thinking of trying Amigurumi and thought I’d have to give up because I couldn’t understand the magic circle — might give it a go now. Thanks again.
Thank you, Sarah Jayne!! I was losing my mind following other tutorials because when it came time to pull the circle closed, it wouldn’t budge. Turns out the other tutorial I was perusal stopped filming after forming the ring and picked up when they started doing stitches. They didn’t show the untwisting the tail end like you did, so I didn’t do it, and I think that’s why it was so tightly knotted in mine. I got it on the first try with your tutorial! 🙂
First few times I got to the initial ring only for the treble crochet part to fry my brains so much that I had to do a swatch of treble crochet just to reassure myself that I could still do it! After about half an hour-45 mins. I managed my (very ugly) version of the magic ring. It’s a start and thanks to your article that I’ve done it at all. Hope I’ll be able to do it by heart soon! Thank you!
Now I know what a magic circle is – have heard it spoken about but never knew what was different from just doing a few chains and then doing the trebles into it but now I can certainly see the benefits – thanks for such clear articles and as other have commented the difference in terms from American to English – can never understand why it should be different for such a universal craft! Many thanks for your help