How to Start with a Magic Ring

Stouto Crochet Tutorial Zero-Curling Technique

Artisan Stitch Tutorial • Published: Wed, 10/11/2023 - 22:45

How to Start with a Magic Ring

How to Crochet a Magic Ring (Magic Loop)

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Start with a magic ring,

How to magic ring

Form a loop with your yarn. loop the yarn around your fingers so that the yarn you are working with, lies on the right while the "tail" of the yarn lies on the left.

magic- ring step 2

Insert the hook through the loop, and slide the crochet hook under both pieces of yarn from right to left.

Use the hook tip to hook onto a portion of yarn from the working end (yarn attached to the ball) of the yarn.

magic ring step 3

Pull the yarn through the ring to create another loop on your hook, this does not count as your first stitch.
Chain stitch.

Try to leave a workable tail end, as it helps secure the yarn when weaving in ends.

TERMINOLOGY DECODED

US vs. UK Stitch Translation Matrix

Never let terminology ruin a project. In US terms, stitches are named after the yarn overs; in UK terms, stitches are named after the loops on your hook.

US vs. UK Stitches

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Symbol / Chart	Stitch Name	UK Equivalent	Quick Method
MR	Magic Ring	magic circle (MC)	1. Wrap yarn around your fingers to form a loop. 2. Insert hook into the loop and pull yarn through to create your first stitch. 3. Crochet the number of stitches required by your pattern into the loop. 4. Pull the yarn tail to close the loop tightly. 5. Continue with the next round as instructed.