How to Crochet in the Round: Starting Methods: Magic Ring, Chain Method

[@audreysaling2056]

Evey one of the tutorials i look at in the comments is good and they say, "oh this is so easy." This creator understands how beginners feel!

[@bhookedcrochet]

Yes, that sort of feedback is really helpful! That let's me know if the approach in that tutorial was helpful for viewers or not. I may not be able to change that video once it's published but the community's feedback directly impacts how I teach in other videos!

[@saravandecar2938]

I just now learned how to crochet this!! Now for the fun part making it into mickey mouses head 😆

[@Abcd1234aaa]

This video has so far been the only thing able to have me understand how to crochet in the round as a beginner and getting the hang of those single/double crochets. I’ll be checking out more of your videos. Thank you so much for your education.

[@emmaklein679]

I’m not getting this at all. I’ve tried like 5 different tutorials and this magic ring thing is making no sense to me

[@user-gx7lo6qr3p]

@@emmaklein679 same. I'm really really frustrated.

[@_maymie]

Don't give up guys ): It took me many times, lots of trial and error before I got it. Think of all the cute stuffed animals you could make ! Once you get past the hard part, you'll be able to do all of that.

[@samuelkruk4414]

ow that was cute tbh

[@sherleenaudrey166]

Omgg Thank you for giving me motivation for making a cute teddy bear

[@ze.o_k8991]

Thanks for the motivation gurlll ✨✨✨

[@leahtheloser]

Thanks I really wanna make a bee octopus and a duck ❤

[@sushisenpai636]

I can hardly ever make a square

[@rebekahcrossman4690]

Do you know what an amazing teacher you are?!! I’ve followed 6 video tutorials over a full week and no one has anticipated just how lost a beginner is at every single micro-move. It’s amazing to see and hear EVERY movement at a pace that a beginner needs!!! Everyone else glosses over one or more moves, because it’s automatic for them so they take it for granted, probably not realizing they’ve just left us in a lurch! Nothing is automatic when you’re beginning. It’s like holding all the ends of a full plate of spaghetti, and your fork and your knife, and while trying to figure out which one goes in between which finger so you can pull one but without dropping everything else. Thank you for holding my hand through every single step of the process. I know I can do it now!!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@joycebrandon]

Yes! I'm 48 & have never been able to grasp this technique in all my years of trying - until seeing this video! I could cry some happy tears here😂❤

[@lydiawilliams4674]

I’m crying I can’t do it

[@milarhea4852]

Sameee

[@rclxqvs_484]

I have been crying this whole time because i cant do it and i seriously don't get it! I have literally watched every single video about these but i still cant get anywhere close to what's in the video! Im literally crying!

[@MillyCope]

@@rclxqvs_484 dont worry you are not alone here :( same

[@josiec.6259]

Same I’m using thick yarn so I can’t even see the hole and I’m getting so frustrated

[@shellzaj835]

OMG me tooo - I have watched multiple times and I STILL can’t get the circle 🤬😓😤. I an so glad other people have had the same experience I was starting to think “what’s wrong with me???”

[@jynmeyer]

11:18 is the start of the Magic Ring Tutorial

[@anaxiz9810]

Thanks

[@miyosalazar7656]

@@anaxiz9810 thx

[@Mossarellasticks]

No thanks

[@sheldonmack9297]

@@Mossarellasticks rude!

[@thesunnygloom]

Thank you

[@oliviahieber1815]

guys i spent four days trying to figure this out and i just finally did it!! i made a really cute coaster, but my point is do not lose hope!! you can do this!!

[@ohyeayea6692]

4 days! that’s amazing! i became so lost it took 3 mths- but I arrived at a place where I didn’t have to think about it. it became automatic.

[@kaylaweyler2628]

i watched like 15 tutorials on how to do this and yours is the only one that helped. Thank you so much!

[@mejrikhaoula360]

The second video please, wanna finish this?

[@trinitymangan3008]

Thank you! This is about the only tutorial that didn’t want to make me pull my hair out. The others go to fast! So thank you for taking the time to actually show us how to start the circle.

[@2luvviki]

Am I the only one who doesn't see the "hole" that I'm supposed to slip the hook through?? Every time I try to slip the hook through the hole, the hook ends up leaving the slip knot. 2:51

[@bluetbliss9940]

Ye same 😥

[@ReannaPeters12]

If you are not seeing the hole you may be chaining to tight. Try loosening your tension.

[@itzjen5029]

I can kind of see the hole but it's really tiny how did she do that

[@zhypherewrites428]

@@itzjen5029 maybe she didn't tighten it. Try to loosen it up a bit.

[@Alice-mb3xf]

Hey! I just wanted to say, EVERY SINGLE tutorial us beginners watch, the part when you do the first stitch and then start doing the 8 of them, YOU GO WAYYY TOO FAST... there’s no instructions on where to put your yarn or hook and it’s very confusing

[@Max-pr4lf]

Hey it’s been 4 month since you made this comment did you figure it out or do you need a link

[@kazien9540]

@@Max-pr4lf can you send a link? I'm struggling a bit

[@Max-pr4lf]

@@kazien9540 ofc! kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmG8doykrtxkZ9k here you go, I find their channel really helpful.

[@kazien9540]

@@Max-pr4lf thank you so much!!

[@Max-pr4lf]

@@kazien9540 np hope it helps and good luck it’s tough at first but then your hands get used to it

[@Super22Max22Hero22]

I just started again crocheting an owl plush toy for myself. With your guidance, I've come a long way in this. Thanks for the help!

[@flamingbridges1649]

I really want to learn how to crochet, but even trying just to do a magic ring gets me annoyed

[@Nina-p3r]

i know i kill the damn ring

[@lapatti]

There are easier ways to start a magic ring. Look around some more for them

[@danalewis9240]

Just hang in there and don’t try to be too ambitious at first. I have completely learned from KZbin. My first projects were basic squares, then I made my dog a very simple coat. I kept up with it even through aching hands, learning to not hang on so tight or make my stitches too tight. Now I can make almost anything watching an instructor on KZbin. I make baby sweater sets, hats and just finished a teddy bear. Now it’s very relaxing. So don’t give up. I never thought I could do it but I can🥳 now.

[@amendez6358]

It's the easiest because you can reduce the size of it as you start stitching to get a better grip and tension and modify again as you stitch. YOU TOTALLY CAN DO IT!👍...the fun part of crocheting is the eraser----just rip out the stitches and start over.

[@gachawolfpackyeah4395]

Same!

[@exenzer6007]

my goodness this is hard! The way you talk about it though makes me feel like I'm not completely hopeless and at least have a chance to learn later on. But for now I think I need to go to sleep X D

[@elimidd6626]

Your voice is very calm and comforting to listen to while learning these honestly kinda frustrating rings, thank you!

[@citiang6610]

i disagree. the freaking lady wont stop talking about patterns and im getting frustrated. none of us here came with a pattern, we're all here to learn how to make a dang ring! we can download patterns and figure out that they're different AFTER.

[@VirginieVMouth]

I've spend days trying to find a tuto that was understandable and clear on how to make a circle with a chain start. I have a yarn that is too rough to make a magic ring. And when I work with chain, I'm so used to sc into the chain that I was lost. I didn't know you had to just ignore them and yarn over it. Thank you so much!

[@NoNo-en4cr]

Just learning to crochet recently, and this video is fantastic. I have yet to start the ring, but I sat through the entire video figuring out how it works before I give it a shot. You explained this very well, taking your time and acting as if we had no prior knowledge (which some of us don’t! I sure don’t) thank you!

[@HoboJenkins]

Thank you for teaching me 😊

[@heididietrich9800]

I LOVE how you give the tip about finding the hole. No one else does that.

[@stevenhenry4127]

Hello Heidi how’s the weather over there

[@tamilowe2267]

I’ve watched quite a few of these tutorials. I have been crocheting for 30 years and am venturing into new stitches and patterns. This was the most pleasant and informative video I’ve seen. You should ignore the thumbs down. There are so many unprofessional videos out there. You do a very nice job!💜

[@amariedot]

I've watched so many tutorials and every time they get to the part where they stitch into the ring they do it at lightning speed and I just can't get it. And no, slowing the video down does not help :(

[@ScipioAfricanus5678]

Maybe youre not a visual learner, i would recommend getting a crochet book , and see if it helps. There are also a lot of crochet communities in many different social media communities that can probably help you! Hope this helps!

[@vdimitrova6007]

I’m new to it too but let me tell you, the first 20 time I tried I didn’t make it, now I got it. If you really want to learn it I recommend getting a book when you can see and try at your own speed. Don’t give up, it’s not that hard.

[@littleidiotka]

If videos don't work, try asking your friends or relatives to teach, if not sign up for a Month class to learn the basics.

[@barrelracer12]

As someone who's been using chain method for awhile I finally had a project need a magic circle. Holy cow did you make this so easy to follow! Thank you!

[@clairme_5865]

My goodness, you are incredible at explaining things! That's a real gift of being able to teach you got there.

[@bhookedcrochet]

Wow, thank you so much! I really appreciate that 🥰

[@kaylapratley3]

This is the best tutorial I’ve found so far!

[@aransoluyooyin4027]

Thank you so much for this video🤗 For any one still feeling confused, I suggest that you refer to ebooks on crocheting while watching these tutorials...that's what has helped me so far.

[@anniawastaken1762]

THANK YOU I FINALLY AFTER WATCHING SOOOO MANY VIDEOS WORK I WISH I COULD HUG YOU IM SO THANKFUL

[@kailavender2028]

Followed along, watched multiple tutorials, still can’t get it, honestly about to give up completely on crochet

[@emmapufahl9796]

I think you should try starting with a square method. The one that looks like it could be a scarf. It hurt my brain less to look at

[@selsalot2000]

Okay... get cotton yarn....

[@shellzaj835]

I’m considering joining a local crochet club with elderly women JUST so I can learn how to crochet.

[@asmak8118]

Check the hooked by robin video she has a nice alternative!

[@WhatSayCrochet]

the chain method is the easier one

[@bethk1312]

Thank you! From a knitter who is learning to crochet because I want to make storage baskets. 😁

[@stevenhenry4127]

Hello Elizabeth how’s the weather over there

[@PipReads]

Method 1 1:28 Finishing off 7:42 Method 2 11:20 Finishing off 16:41

[@CaptainCarl2248]

THANK YOU

[@bubblegumpopcorn6304]

Again THANK YOU

[@simianimp]

THANK YOU! This an awesome tutorial for the magic ring. Other videos have shown how to make it, but not how to crochet into it, which is something I needed to see for my learning.

[@wolflynx9561]

I’ve been struggling with the magic ring for the last hour and this is the only tutorial that actually helped. This is my first ever project and I didn’t even know how to do a single crochet so I put the video on 0.5x speed to see what was going on

[@bhookedcrochet]

So happy to help!

[@dallincory7287]

This is so helpful thank you. Other tutorials discourage me because they are unclear or hard to understand. Im glad i found this video 8)

[@raganfears715]

I restarted like 15 times but I finally got past row six and have almost finished up until the heel! I definitely think this could be an easy project with some extra practice!

[@GodsOath_com]

Thanks for this simple and slow teaching. I have already done over 100 grannies with the open hole in the center and I like it, so will not use the magic ring, but for other projects I will use the magic ring! Appreciate it.

[@anitatapiocah]

I DID IT!!!!! Best tutorial for crocheting a magic circle for sure!!! THANK YOU!!!!

[@xrsize12]

BEST EXPLANATION & DEMONSTRATION I’ve seen so far. THANK YOU!!!

[@tococat1804]

Of all the videos I’ve watched to try to do the magic ring yours was the clearest and easiest to follow thank you so much for this video

[@xahhitsliz1]

thank you, seriously this is the first video that actually helped me remember! I've been crocheting for years and I always end up picking it back up after so much time has passed that I forget.

[@Volunteerballoons]

Trying to teach myself to crochet… your tutorials are so very helpful. Thank you for sharing your amazing talents! By the way, you have the most beautiful hands! Take care of them! :-)

[@stevenhenry4127]

Hello Volunteer how’s the weather over there

[@trinitywoods41]

FINALLY A TUTORIAL I UNDERSTAND!! Thank you so much, makes so much more sense!!

[@kirnpu]

Boy are you clear and easy to understand and follow! Thank you so much for this instruction!

[@barbaraschinharl8696]

Wow I have watched a lot of videos and this is the only one that I got it in. Thank you so much

[@debyzimmerman6617]

Thank you for your patient and follow able tutorial. So many others blow through so fast it gets tiring having to pause, rewind, play...just to try and see and remember the stitching and try to do it correctly without getting too frustrated.

[@stevenhenry4127]

Hello Deby how’s the weather over there

[@hotbuns4u]

wow this video really helped me a lot, I tried with different videos and couldn't get it. 10/10 would recommend

[@pinkiplushi8323]

Guys I know that it’s so hard to learn… but I started 1 day ago and I already know how to do it… don’t give up :D I know that it tangles a lot a lot of errors but if you just practice for one or two hours you will be able to do it!

[@someone-k1j]

1 day?!!! Are you some kind of legend?!!💀

[@pinkiplushi8323]

@@someone-k1j bruh I’m not saying that I did a lot I’m saying that I just created a braid💀?

[@atlantisgamor1112]

Omg I started yesterday as well and I’ve learned single chrochet , chain, slip knot, and more. I kinda have the miracle ring but I’m perfectionist and I want perfect.

[@jordnando263]

best magic ring tutorial so far. the only one I can understand :)

[@edelweiss5045]

For everyone new, don’t give up! It took me like twelve attempts but I think I get it now

[@edelweiss5045]

Ok nevermind I don’t lmao

[@toosdaisgone]

@@edelweiss5045 did you ever get it? Lol

[@crystalmaltby3202]

These are the best videos for beginners! No comparison 😮❤

[@madelinesyvret9926]

I tried soooo many videos and this one is the only one that worked! Thanks for doing it nice and slow!!

[@thoufatcow8893]

I CQNT DO IT I JUST CANT I GIVE UP ON EVERYTHING E V E R Y T H I N G I NEED HELP!😭

[@shellzaj835]

Don’t worry, you’re NOT alone. My crochet looks like a knotted line of string 😢

[@lairaperez8560]

Same girl, been trying to get the magic ring allllll dayyyy and i still can’t

[@thebonitaart2023]

yes same- I just CanNt

[@yourkitchenrug4300]

if u cant do it, you will. just dont give up! giving up won't get you anywhere or give you a perfect piece of crochet! you need to keep practicing and trust me, you will get better.

[@d4yz44]

MEEE

[@iwasreloading1590]

after 2hrs of watching how to make magic knot i finally got it....thnx sooo much:D

[@sn5255]

This is one of the best channels ever! Thank you so much!

[@sarah-michellemease5622]

This actually helped me break through the beginning! I was getting so fed up before I found your video, Thank you

[@elifineb.7685]

THIS IS SO HELPFUL! YOUR INSTRUCTION IS VERY CLEAR, THANK YOU.

[@robinamorris4324]

Thankyou as a one handed crocheter this really helped I have little use of fingers left hand as had a sroke

[@imleng4719]

My teacher taught us basic crochet but that was 4 years ago i already forgot how to crochet. I'm still thankful to her because i will try to make cute stuff with these and sell it coz my family needs money. Anyways, thank you! I learned a lot.

[@maxzines5759]

Brilliant! I've bee n through tens of adjustable ring videos and this is the first I was able to follow. Thank you for taking the time to make this!

[@kmil1967]

I so completely applaud you, for helping me complete my first magic chain! Yeah, as I am brand new learning the world of crochet, I had to learn to hold the hook as well after 3 packs of different yarns and hooks I've finally found what works for me! I am large-handed its best for me so far to use a K hook, yet using larger yarn helps also I think I'm using a 6 gauge, I'm still learning also with Lion Brand yarn is much better for me. Now to learn patterns is my next adventure, wish me luck I can only hope to learn Amigurumi basics to do some animals for myself ;)))

[@SharkiBun29]

I just brought that book today!! Fro Michaels! I am hoping to eventually get there

[@stevenhenry4127]

Hello Kelly how’s the weather over there

[@michaelriley1564]

Best version of the "magic circle" i have found! Thank you for making this easy to understand!⁵

[@brotherandsisterlove4670]

That was the best tutorial I have ever watched thank you

[@greenlybeanly2839]

i just started yesterday and the knot i was doing was v difficult for my hands and the slip knot u just showed me ...... thank you so much

[@patshipp9195]

Thank you so much for doing this video, my daughter led me to your video so I could learn how to crochet and be able to make things with her when she has her baby.

[@sierrachermak3483]

This video was sooo helpful! I woke up one morning and said I want to learn how to make cute animal plus his and every totorial was so difficult even if I serched up beginners this totorial saved me💛💚💙💜💗

[@stevenhenry4127]

Hello Sierra how’s the weather over there

[@samfarmer9372]

Thank you! You are the only one that take your beginner viewers step by step through each examples, again thank you !

[@jenh7982]

this is the best tutorial ive seen , and ive seen alot trying to get to grips with doing a circle , this is the first one ive followed and understood. Thank you

[@chachaleri]

I appreciate the level of detail you gave and the pace you went at!! Excellent and easy to follow along :) allowed me to finish my project with an adorable and unique touch :D

[@katnewburn]

I have followed several tutorials to no avail. THANK YOU! The way you describe how to hold and manage all the different parts of the string is VERY helpful!

[@ZombifiedRainbows]

Thank you so much for talking us through the step in a detailed way rather than talking to us as if we already know how to do this complex crochet. I’m so glad I’m not the only one struggling with this double bs! 😅😂

[@thewoozywaif]

Frrrrrrr

[@ngrey76]

I watched 4 other videos and couldn't get it. Thank You! I got it!

[@hippoanonymous8841]

im a patient crafter, but i officially want to shove this crochet hook into my monitor :)

[@julietaperezlorenzetti4971]

This video is literally perfect.Thank you so muchhh!!

[@stevenhenry4127]

Hello Julieta how’s the weather over there

[@rlarviso]

Your instruction, voice and presentation is absolutely wonderful. Thank you for your service in helping us learn the art of fabrics! Blessings to you!

[@jasminekaurs]

Litcherally i watched 3 videos before this and THIS one helped in 0.25 speed so much. THANK YOU

[@adrianapatrick7037]

pls this only took me an hour and it actually turned out so good for it being my first project!

[@lillypad0205]

i watched a bunch of tutorials and this one is definitely the easiest to understand (: thank you

[@maggiebeamguard9180]

Great tutorial! Thank you. You included information others don't think to mention. Very clear image too.

[@kathytrahan7775]

Very easy to learn these two methods from you! I used to crochet years ago but don't remember all the terminology. Thanks for a great video. Off to buy some yarn!!

[@stevenhenry4127]

Hello Kathy how’s the weather over there

[@dyingoat]

thank u so much for explaining it so well rather than rushing it like other youtubers do ♥️♥️

[@asmak8118]

For anyone still struggling check the hooked by robin video she has a nice alternative! And to this creator amazing video! It really helped me!

[@emmyfox2304]

Thank you so much for this I had so much trouble with the magic circle

[@markhughes4674]

i started crocheting yesterday already knew how to make a chain and learned to make a square very fast,im making a scarf right now but i also want to make a beanie and so i have some stuff to give to my fam for christmas lol

[@bhookedcrochet]

That's awesome! Crochet all the things 😄

[@lamarb1414]

If you don’t mind me asking what are the videos you watched to learn how to crochet a square if you watched any?

[@nancydegeorge1143]

This is the best tutorial for the magic ring that I've seen. I've been having so much trouble. I'll now try this one and 🤞🤞🤞

[@lorenavandenheuvel9131]

Learning the magic ring took me several times to understand but the results are wonderful. One of these issues should we should turn the hook after grabbing the yarn between two of your fingers. Once I secured the ring then it was easier after that. Thanks B. Hooked.

[@stevenhenry4127]

Hello Lorena how’s the weather over there

[@im_really_bored]

I just wanna know how to do this I don’t wanna get this stressed Edit: omg after a hour of trying I finally did it!!!!!

[@DietEllie]

Same here! I just religiously repeat “over, under, through” and it helps a lot!

[@izzymaconaghy2160]

At 4:40 mine looks nothing like the pretzel. There is no middle. I don’t understand how you just pull it apart so perfectly. Is there anything that doesn’t require a circle?

[@pamela-623]

thankyou! i had a bit of a hard time understanding a pattern cause i've only used the magic ring method before but now i understand the chain method

[@kyoko167]

Thank you soooo soooo much! I was looking at two books, and couldn't figure out how to do the magic ring! now I have a perfect one!

[@bhookedcrochet]

Glad I could help!

[@kyoko167]

@@bhookedcrochet Yes! :) I almost finished making a hat :D

[@racheldriscoll5757]

I’d been struggling with the magic circle for a few days (I started crocheting like a week ago) and after watching this I got it on the first try! Thanks so much this really helped me

[@suzannegeddis5450]

Fantastic so easy to follow I now have a choice on how to start rounds the chain method is definitely the easiest but I love how the magic ring completely closes up the hole .... although mine is a wee bit messier than yours 😂 thank you so much for demonstrating 💙

[@laurelbrodkorb7953]

Thank you thank you thank you! I think I actually got it. Gave up on my pattern. Long time knitter, learned to crochet today.

[@cristinadarilag362]

Thanks gurl i did it it was hard to understand at first and when i got it on my own it got pretty thanks

[@sophieeee5324]

I LITRALLY had a mental break down yesterday bcs I couldn’t do it

[@mixedandknot5911]

Great instructions. This is the first time I am watching your video and learning crochet. I love your methods and shortcuts. Thank you very much.

[@patriciaclough2463]

Thank you for showing the tip of closing the ring with the tail end. Eventually, I will tackle the Magic Ring Tutorial again, but for now and piece of mind (lol) I will use your great tip. Thank you !

[@horngal88]

Finally, an “in the round” video I understand! Thank you!

[@christine4838]

I though I could do this but less that 5 minutes in I'm ready to throw my hook and ball of yarn out the window

[@carriesindorf8879]

This is one of the better videos that I have watched. You went slow and explained exactly what you were doing or what was going to be next. I did have to pause it and go back a couple of times. After many, many tries I finally got it where I am understanding it. I do have some crotcheting experience, but only with making plain scarves or afghan blankets. Also trying to remember how to do this after brain surgery. I'm saving this video for a refresher for future reference. Thank you

[@Nursesoffice]

OH MYYY THANKS SO MUCH UR A LIFE SAVER NONE OF THE OTHER ONES MADE SENSE EXCEPT YOUUU

[@Sophie12345678941]

I’ve tried this so many times and I can’t for the life of me do it and wtf is that pretzel I’m not getting that 😭

[@fancyteaspoon]

very helpful, very informative, and thank you for actually pointing things out as you talked about them!

[@cathydelgado7153]

Thank you for this lovely video! Really helped a beginner like me!!

[@stevenhenry4127]

Hello Cathy how’s the weather over there

[@janefs4729]

Thank you so much very grand tutorial ❤️❤️

[@stevenhenry4127]

Hello Jane how’s the weather over there