Lets Talk Magic Circles!

A magic circle (or magic ring) is a super handy crochet trick for starting projects in the round, like hats, amigurumi, coasters, or anything else that’s circular. It helps you avoid that little hole in the middle that can happen if you start with a chain ring.

What Is It?

  • You make a loose loop of yarn and crochet your first stitches into it (usually single or doubke crochets if you’re doing amigurumi).
  • Then you pull the yarn tail tight, and voilà—the hole in the center disappears!

Why Use It?

  1. No Hole: It makes a seamless, closed center that looks neat and tidy.
  2. Adjustable: You can tighten it as much as you want, so it’s perfect for projects where gaps are a no-no.
  3. Versatile: It works for all kinds of circular projects, from cute little stuffed animals to big crochet rugs.

It might feel a little fiddly at first, but once you get the hang of it, you’ll never want to go back to starting with a chain circle!

Crochet Magic Circle

The magic circle (or magic ring) is an essential technique for crocheting in the round. Follow these simple steps to create a perfect magic circle!

Step 1 - Wrap the yarn to create a cross

Step 1: Wrap the Yarn

Hold the tail of the yarn in your palm. Wrap the working yarn around your fingers to form an "X" shape on the back of your hand.

Step 2 - Insert the hook

Step 2: Insert the Hook

Slide your crochet hook under the first loop of the "X," then grab the second loop with the hook.

Step 3 - Pull through

Step 3: Pull Through

Pull the second loop under the first one and chain 1 to hold everything in place. This creates the base for your magic circle.

Step 4 - Chain one

Step 4: Chain One

Chain as required for your pattern and pull the short tail end to close and secure the circle

Step 5: Magic Circle Complete!

Once done it should look something like this! - Top tips! Try not to chain or create your sticthes too tight at first - This will make it easier to see your stitches and the circle .