So I thought I would give you a really quick and simple tutorial on how to create a magic ring.

In many patterns today, you will see the term magic ring. It’s a really cool little method to learn. Some crocheters don’t use it, but I seem to have adopted it for my projects & you will see it in most of my patterns where you are crocheting in the round/amigurumi method.

A magic ring (mr) is simply a slip knot, but instead of pulling the working yarn like normal, just leave it as a loop. You will then need to follow the pattern with how many stitches are required. 

So create a magic ring. Make a loop by placing the tail over the top of the working yarn. 

Now you are going to grab the middle of the tail with your fingers or hook and pull it partly through. 

Then pull tight to make the magic ring. Remember you are only pulling through the middle of the tail.  Pull the end of the tail and the working yarn together to tighten the knot and create the loop. 

And there you have your magic ring. 

Here’s a link to a video tutorial on how to create a magic ring. Hope you find this useful too.

Happy hooking!

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