magic ring for amigurumi
The question I get asked most often these days is how to make a magic ring to begin an amigurumi. The Crochet Me tutorial I normally point people to is great, but uses double crochet instead of single crochet, so I thought there may be some value in making a new photo tutorial that specifically deals with making a magic ring for amigurumi.
What is this ‘Magic Ring’, anyway?
A magic ring is a way to begin crocheting in the round by crocheting over an adjustable loop and then pulling the loop tight. The advantage of the magic ring method (below, right) is that, unlike the regular “chain 2, x single crochet in 2nd chain from hook” method (below, left), there is no hole left in the middle of your starting round.
L: ch2, 6 sc in 2nd ch from hook, 2 sc in each st around.
R: magic ring, 6 sc in magic ring, 2 sc in each st around.
How do I make a Magic Ring?
As this is a photo tutorial, I’ve saved the photos for left-handers and right-handers. If you notice any backwards writing on my crochet hook, that’s why!
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Magic Ring Tutorial « Crochet Along Said,
September 9, 2007 @ 3:18 pm
[...] (;) not really – it’s very simple!) of the magic ring, I’ve just put together a new photo tutorial to demonstrate it for right- or left- [...]
Kari Said,
September 9, 2007 @ 4:02 pm
Jeez, lady… what perfect timing! I just finished my first single crochet skinny scarf, in preparation for my first Fuzzy Friend amigurumi! Expect another sale soon, well – as soon as I make up my flaky mind! LOL
Maizee Said,
September 10, 2007 @ 11:57 pm
What more can I say. THANK YOU!
Eve Said,
September 11, 2007 @ 3:36 am
Awesome tute!!
Magic Ring Tutorial for Amigurumi | Craft Blog Said,
September 11, 2007 @ 5:25 am
[...] June at PlanetJune explains more on how to make the magic ring for amigurumi projects using the single crochet technique. Link. [...]
margery winter Said,
September 11, 2007 @ 8:35 am
Wow, just in time for next friday’s Berroco Knitbits #205. What timing-your tutorial on the magic ring is the perfect segue into my crocheted wedding cake!
Thanks
cyen Said,
September 11, 2007 @ 12:04 pm
Thanks again June! I experimented with the “magic ring” this past weekend, and it worked great. I made a nice ball based on your acorn tutorial.
I’m curious, The magic ring has a nice closed pattern to it. I’m wondering if (like in the example of a ball) there is a way to “end” a pattern with a magic ring?
Thoughts?
anna Said,
September 18, 2007 @ 3:49 pm
Thanks so much! I was wondering what people were talking about when they said magic ring…….That is so cool.
Shelly Said,
September 27, 2007 @ 3:19 pm
Thanks so much for this. I have been wondering just how to do this and I’m very greatful that you posted it. I hope you don’t mind that I linked to it on my blog. If you do just let me know and I will remove it.
Thanks again.
Jenny Stark Said,
January 24, 2008 @ 2:01 am
Thanks for putting up a link for lefties
Slime amigurumi « Shh, I’m counting! Said,
March 14, 2008 @ 3:41 pm
[...] This pattern is worked in a spiral, i.e. you do not join the rounds. Start with a «magic ring» (a tutorial can be found here) [...]
DeAnn Douthit Said,
August 10, 2008 @ 7:58 pm
thank you so so very much.I am trying to make an afghan for my for grand child [ girl] and was trying to find a flower that did not look like a dish scrubber. how very kind you are for sharing your knowledge and from your notes,I can tell you are a woman with a great sense of humor and someone I would love to have as a friend. As my 3 children would say you are awesome, and your prouduct would cause a declartion of
SWEET.
pat Said,
April 6, 2009 @ 9:46 am
CANNOT PRINT THIS without printing pages of comments-i live in senior residence and computer is six floors down so cannot live it on
June Said,
April 6, 2009 @ 10:07 am
Pat, I’ll send you a PDF so you can print it
Jade Said,
October 17, 2009 @ 2:11 pm
I’ve got the magic ring down pat and think it’s great, however, I would like to learn how to make different flowers and snowflakes than just those with the magic/ adjustable ring in their instructions.
How do I extrapolate the magic ring instructions to a pattern that does not use the adjustable ring as a base?
Do I just skip the chain x, join w/ sl st part and just crochet Round 1 into the magic ring?
Example 1 (from a flower pattern):
Ch 4, join w/ sl st to form a ring. Round 1, ch 5, *sc in ring, ch 3; rep from * 5 times, join w/ sl st to 2nd ch of beg ch
Example 2 (from a snowflake pattern)
Ch 6, sl st to beg ch to form a ring. Round 1: Ch 3, 1 dc in ring, ch 2, * 2 dc in ring, ch 2; repeat from * 5 times. Join to 3rd chain from beginning ch 3 (12 dc 6 ch 2 loops).
How would I use an adjustable ring in these patterns. Or can I not?
I’m sure the answer’s very clear to others, but I just can’t seem to wrap my head around to how use the non-adjustable patterns with an adjustable ring method.
Thanks, Jade