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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.


Quick Stitch Guide

This pattern includes a variety of crochet stitches and techniques. To help you along the way, detailed stitch tutorials and explanations are linked below.
All stitch instructions are available in both US Crochet Terminology and UK Crochet Terminology, making it easy to follow along using the terms you are most familiar with.
If you are new to any of the stitches used in this pattern, we recommend reviewing the relevant stitch guide before starting. Each guide includes step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and stitch terminology conversions where applicable.
Take your time, practice any unfamiliar stitches, and most importantly—enjoy the process of creating your blanket one row at a time.

Magic Ring - MR
UK : MC - magic circle
AFR : MR - Magiese Ring

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.

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