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Jennifer Hines

Crochet Magic Circle Tutorial

2/5/2016

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Crochet Magic Circle Tutorial
If you haven't learned how to do the magic circle yet, you need to. The magic circle is an easy way to start off a project in the round without having to worry about the original circle being too big. It is a way for you to make sure there are no more ugly, bulbous, loopy holes in the beginning of your work. It's heaven sent and so easy to do. The great part is you can use it with any size yarn and hook! I start off most of my circular this way, unless it's a more complex pattern that calls for a certain size beginning hole. Many of the patterns I have to share coming up this month involve using the magic circle, sometimes called the magic loop, so I thought now would be the perfect time to teach you how to do it. Without further ado, here is the magic circle tutorial:
Step 1: Take your yarn an form a loop with the tail end crossing over on top. Laying it down flat might help to visualize which end is which.
Magic Circle Step1
Step 2: Insert your hook into the loop with the tail end on top.
Magic Circle Step 2
Step 3: Using the working yarn, yarn over and chain 1 into the loop.
Magic Circle Step 3
Step 4: Chain 2 more to form your first stitch in the work.
Magic Circle Step 4
Step 5: Double crochet, or use your preferred stitch, into the loop the number of times the pattern calls for. Here I double crocheted 5.
Magic Circle Step 5
Step 6: Pull the tail tight, closing up the circle.
Magic Circle Step 6
Step 7: Slip stitch into the beginning chain 2 to close off the circle. You could skip this step if you prefer to work continuously without ending your row each time around.
Magic Circle Step 7
​And viola! You have effortlessly started a project in the round!
Crochet Magic Circle Tutorial

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4 Comments
Doris link
5/9/2019 04:38:51 pm

Thank you so much for your inst. on the magic loop or ring i have tried many others and they make it so complicated this on is a breeze. Thanx againn

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Sharon Davidson
5/15/2019 11:02:58 am

How do I access your DIY Resource Library? I have subscribed already.

Also, I want to compliment you on your tutorial photos. You made it so easy to do a magic circle. Like you, I have always had to search for directions.. Now I won’t have to anymore. Thank you!

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Jennifer link
5/20/2019 10:24:26 am

Hi Sharon! Thank you so much for your kind words! And thank you for subscribing!

After you subscribed, you should have gotten a link to the DIY resource library. If you didn't, email me at [email protected] and I will send you the link!

Thanks again!

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Danielle Edwards
6/8/2024 02:58:28 am

Easiest way to do the magic circle

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