What does magic circle mean in crochet?

What does magic circle mean in crochet?

A magic ring or a magic circle is a way to begin crocheting in round by crocheting the first round into an adjustable loop and then pulling the loop tight. This is great way to start crocheting your toys, because you can pull the loop very tight so you won’t have a hole in the middle of your first round.

Do you chain in a magic circle?

You can start with a foundation chain (usually 2-4 chains depending on the stitch) or you can start with the magic circle, also know as a magic loop or an adjustable loop. The magic circle can be a bit tricky at first, but I promise it is ten times better than starting with a foundation chain.

Why is my magic circle not working?

Why is my magic ring too tight? If you are using thicker yarn, you may find that the circle created by your index finger isn’t large enough. If this is the case, try wrapping the yarn around two or three fingers to give it a larger circle. Pull the yarn through the same way as if you used just your index finger.

How to make a crochet Magic Circle?

Use the Magic Circle to Start Round Crochet Projects. The next time you start a crochet project with a round center,the magic circle technique may be exactly what you

Make a Loop in the Yarn End. Loop the end of the yarn in a lowercase ” e ” shape.

Insert the Hook in the Circle. While holding the loop in place,insert the hook in the middle of the circle of yarn.

Draw the Yarn Through the Circle. Draw the yarn up through the circle. This can feel a little awkward at first because the circle is loose.

Yarn Over to Start a Chain Stitch. Continue holding the circle of yarn as you make a turning chain. Yarn over from back to front.

Complete the Chain Stitch. Draw the hook through the loop on the hook to complete a chain stitch .

Insert the Hook and Start a Single Crochet. Now it’s time to start your first single crochet stitch .

Complete the First Single Crochet. Yarn over and draw the yarn through both loops on your hook to finish the single crochet stitch.

Add More Single Crochet Stitches to the Circle. Work as many stitches as needed for the pattern you’re working on. The ring may be quite open,but that’s okay.

Join the Ring of Stitches. Pull the end of the yarn to start tightening the ring. This brings the turning chain and last stitch closer together.

Pull the Yarn End to Close the Magic Circle. Close the circle the rest of the way by pulling the end so it’s as tight as you want it.

How do you crochet a magic circle?

Double Magic Ring Wrap the yarn around the fingers of your left hand twice. Pull up a loop. Make a starting chain. Pull the ring from your index finger. Crochet as many stitches as needed. Pull the tail to tighten the loop. End the round and connect it to the next round, by putting a Slip stitch into the first stitch of the round.

How to make a magic ring in crochet?

Wrap the yarn around 2 fingers and hold the point where the loop overlaps between your index finger and thumb

Insert your hook into the loop,from the front to the back,and pull up a loop

Yarn over,and pull through the loop on your hook

Work the stitches into the magic ring,over both the loop itself and the tail end.

How do I make a magic ring in crochet?

Standard Magic Ring Form a loop with your yarn. Insert the hook through the loop. Pull the yarn through the ring. Chain stitch. Put your first row of stitches into the ring. Pull yarn ends. Slip stitch into the first stitch.