Magic Circle Crochet Tutorial | Easy how to for beginners

This beginner's tutorial will show you how to make a magic circle, a.k.a. magic ring or adjustable loop.
Skills needed:
Chain (ch), double crochet (dc)
This is an invaluable technique when you're making a project in the round. Whether it's amigurumi, a bag, hats, coasters, etc., you'll want to begin by using a magic circle.
I begin by showing you how to complete a magic circle. Then I slow it down and carefully go over all of the steps. Finally, I demonstrate how to work stitches into the magic circle.
When practicing, I recommend using any "bulky" (5) or "super bulky" (6) weight yarn to practice. Use the hook size that your skein of yarn recommends. Lightly colored yarn is easier to see, which aids in understanding the anatomy of the stitches.
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[@Yarndrasil]

Hi, everyone! For this tutorial you’ll need to know how to chain and double crochet. I have videos for these techniques so if you need to, start there first. The magic circle can be completed with any stitch (sc, hdc, dc, tr, etc.). I am using the double crochet stitch in this video to help explain the initial turning chain. This video is for the magic circle technique only. Next steps can be found in the pattern you’re using. Let me know if you have questions!

[@Nerd_Nugget2007]

This is by far the best video to learn how to make a magic circle! It's the only tutorial I've found that uses a large yarn, and goes slow enough for me to understand! Thank you!

[@caraswallow7584]

Oh yes ipikjup

[@caraswallow7584]

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[@annbyrne4865]

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[@donnapascual2665]

I continue to go back to this and use it over and over as I continue to forget after I’ve done my pieces. But hopefully the next five times it will stay in my head. Thank you so much for this video.

[@paigemager2894]

Oh my gosh, I'm so glad that you used such large yarn to show this. People always use these little tiny thin yarns in their tutorials and I can't see a thing. This was so crazy helpful, thank you!

[@yourstillnoob123]

🥰🥰

[@KCohere33]

Exactly! I couldn’t see a thing on the other tutorial I watched because the yarn was so thin.

[@fewderstrat]

I love

[@fineweaver]

I couldn't have said it better myself!

[@flameepidemic4839]

Same!

[@qilinlin2744]

OH MY GOODNESSSSSS I FOUND A VIDEO THAT I ACTUALLY MANAGED TO GET THE MAGIC CIRCLE OF MY FIRST TRYYYY!!!!!!! YAS! TYSMMMMMMMM

[@carolmckinley5838]

Thank you, the larger yarn really helped to see your work. Time to get hooking and make a hat for my cat.😺

[@samr2943]

i was already starting to cry bc all the tutorials i watched didn't make sense but this is probably the best one

[@Mr.DUCK5]

Same

[@faithk_integrityandintention]

Beginner here. I must have watched 10 magic circle videos last night, and tried about 20x. I can now easily see what I was doing wrong, that no one else explained: the initial chain is the first stitch; where to put the extra yarn, and by using that crazy bulky yarn, actually being able to SEE the thing come together. Thank you so much!

[@smile-more]

This is literally the only magic ring tutorial that makes sense. THANK YOUUU

[@Yarndrasil]

You’re so welcome 🤗

[@WalaTarigHoussni]

Yes

[@rahmabk1039]

I've seen a billion videos about magic circle but this is the most helpful, Thnx a lot 🙏

[@Yarndrasil]

That’s really nice to hear. Thank you!

[@C1ov3r_.]

@Darrell Randhawa I think your a bot because my brother tried that and he got his account deleted because he got hacked from that so yeah- um -bot-

[@MadiMadeCrafts]

@Robin Connell exactly like wow it soooooo funny

[@VeeJay2006]

Agree. The most clear, almost slow motion, verbally exact and her voice, OMG, the voice is so soothing... She is the best.

[@loriroberts8194]

This is the best tutorial I've seen for the magic ring. I've struggled for so long and because you went over it slowly, I now have it!!! It clicked!" Thank you

[@谭秀金]

It helps sm! Your voice is so soft! It's so calming. I usually rage on making a magic circle I could never get it. But your voice calms me!

[@unicornster]

I thought that!

[@cottle1129]

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[@tmsouth1]

Thanks!

[@kirstencro2956]

I've tried to learn the magic circle by watching tons of videos but yours was so much easier to understand so thanks.

[@shirleym7918]

All hail the queen of the Magic Circle tutorial. Truly the best video with the super large yarn and slow motion. I will be checking out the other videos.

[@Yarndrasil]

Thank you! Let me know if you’re looking for something that I don’t have - I love taking requests! 🥰

[@calamity4415]

Listen, you are the only person that made sense to me, thank you so much for making this

[@rachelsin1950]

I have just watched 5 other tutorials getting no where, tried this and on the 3rd try got it! finally. Thankyou so much. The thicker yarn made it easier to follow

[@faebrowne2537]

FINALLY!! I have been crocheting for years and this magic circle always has me beat. Tutorials are like "So you start with??? And then you??? And here's your magic circle!" And I am like... Er, what?👀😳 Thank you for using thick yarn that is a colour that I can see what your doing and not moving at 70 miles an hour. I can now begin projects that I have previously avoided. New sub👍

[@bevmooney7858]

I'm so glad to find your site! Finally, magic circle really explained!! I will look forward to more videos. You have the perfect voice , speak clearly and slow enough for anyone can follow. HALLELUJAH!

[@Yarndrasil]

Happy you’re here and finding my tutorials helpful ♥️

[@krissyjoygorgolione]

I am a beginner and looked for some easy to follow magic circle tutorials. This one is nice and easy to follow compared to others. Thank you for keeping it easy to see exactly where you are going with each stitch.

[@ameliawheaton8730]

Thank you! This worked my first try! I have been struggling to get a circle going the other way and everyone said a magic circle is the harder way so no one learned it. I find it so easy! I can finally continue without someone starting for me!

[@isabelrodriguez9398]

Thank you so much for this. One thing I noticed that you’ve done differently than anyone if you clarify that the tail is lose so that you can adjust. I always got worried that I did something wrong because my circle was loose! Thank you for this, this is the best tutorial I’ve seen 💕

[@kadencemelody]

This is the only tutorial that has made sense! I watched like 5 others before this and none of them taught me how.

[@arwasaad7573]

Thx for this video! They are usually fast tutorials and it’s just rlly annoying but this is finnaly a slow tutorial +your very smooth voice THANKSSSSSSS!

[@Yarndrasil]

You're very welcome! :]

[@achaiagreen8420]

After almost a year of crocheting I finally am able to create a magic circle after looking at your tutorial!!!! Thank you so much!!!!!

[@Yarndrasil]

You are so welcome! Happy crocheting 🧶

[@patriciasoriano-bunger7317]

I am a seasoned crocheter! But for some reason I could not get how to do a magic circle. Have looked a quite a few videos but to no avail. This video was beyond good! It was clear and made the whole process so simple I was delighted! Thank you! I now have another crochet process to add to my arsenal!

[@mefcalols4446]

I've watched like 6 tutorials and this is the best one. Nice and slow, good explanations, good camera angle. Thank you for making this.

[@jilldower2626]

I know lots of people have said this, but this is THE tutorial for me - thank you! What saved me was you twisted the ring... I think I was stitching across the wrong edge. This is because it's well explained, and you have filmed it really well too - no fingers in the way, everything is very visible. Really great tutorial, thank you (I have subscribed)

[@EllePlowPlow]

This is the only video I’ve seen actually close the circle!! Very helpful, thank you!

[@chuuchuuutrain]

i watched a million tutorials and this was the only one that worked for me, tysm

[@robinbregman7540]

Many people put out excellent tutorials, but yours is the first that I’ve seen, where you show it in slow motion. That is super helpful and much appreciated!

[@cindyweitzel-f9n]

Love this video! Using the bulky yarn really helped me see the technique more clearly!

[@Yarndrasil]

Glad it was helpful!

[@MariGee13]

Oh my goodness BEST tutorial ever!! Thank you

[@ratg0d_523]

It's that simple? Everyone makes it seem so hard. Thank you so much!!

[@justgisela1990]

I REWATCHED IT SO MANY TIMES!! BECAUSE I DIDN'T UNDERSTAND IT AND THE CIRCLE KEPT ON DISAPPEARING. I HAVE WATCHED SO MANY VIDEOS, THIS IS THE FIRST ONE THAT HELPED ME!! THANK YOU SOO MUCH. IF YOU ARE HAVING TROUBLE START THE VIDEO AT 2:02 AND WATCH CLOSELY AT 3:06! ( THAT IS JUST FOR THE MAGIC CIRCLE :)) I HOPE YOU CAN DO IT!! :DDDD

[@amandamills6560]

THANK YOU SWEETHEART

[@br.oo.ke.]

OMG THANKS SO MUCH THIS ACTUALLY REALLH HELPED ME ❤️

[@dreamydailine]

Ur profile is bomb btw lots of love ❤️ and positivity for every single one :DDD

[@arslnadar1403]

I wonder how much you have improved since it’s been 3 YEARS!!

[@matetrosales2883]

I watch crochet videos because it helps me relax... But my oh my, your voice is heavenly.

[@marielapregrabon7561]

Excellent explanation for the magic circle. I looked at many videos...and wish there was one for left handed crocheters. But following yours did help me a lot. Thanks.

[@theoriginalAV]

Literally THE BEST Magic Circle Video I have EVER found

[@magnoliak77]

Very helpful! Thank you! I learned how to do this years ago and needed a refresh. Your video was perfect for my ageing eyes to catch the detail.

[@miasgaming7405]

After watching so many videos this is the best one yet so far cuz al the other ones are so fast and not really clear but this one helps a lot for me, thank you so much! New sub gained🎉❤😊

[@cathyconnell5821]

I LOVE your calm voice as you teach!!! Thank you for your time and sharing your talents!!! Please keep making videos ❤️

[@Yarndrasil]

Thank you :)

[@jpryor5953]

I love that you complete the magic circle before restarting slowly! Thank you for showing the next steps after beginning to show how it connects to work. Your yarn choice is perfect! ❤❤❤

[@Yarndrasil]

You are so welcome!

[@sarahcosta4882]

Thank you, I finally understand how to do the magic circle!

[@MargaretKim-u9b]

This is the video that gave me success making a magic circle. (I watched several videos prior and I was unable to do it). I’m so excited-thank you.

[@nicolafergusson6148]

This is so good for a tutorial

[@akl03a]

This is by far the BEST magic circle tutorial! I almost gave up, but your slow approach especially with making the two loops around your fingers into the first stitch. THANK YOU

[@tabbylovesmath173]

Hours of fustration and all I needed was this video. Thank you so much

[@gracemernone5906]

I have been trying to learn how to do a magic circle for the last few months and this is the only tutorial that has worked for me. Thank you!

[@juliamabry11]

I can’t believe I learned this…..thank you for slowing this down for me. It is very helpful..great job!! 🤗

[@Yarndrasil]

You are so welcome!

[@손영호-d9m]

Thanks so much.❤ I was trying so hard to figure out how to do it with other videos, but they were so fast, all I saw was a blur, but yours is so much slower and way more helpful. Thank you❤😊

[@user-pj1ln4dw2l]

It’s so hard to understand I feel like it’s just me but I have no idea how to yarn over pull through

[@Seomuei]

Same

[@ambersm6986]

Beautiful!! Everything! The yarn choice. Her calm pretty voice. Explained soooo well. I’m a fan!!

[@glorias3746]

Thank you so much! This was so helpful! I was so lost cause all the other videos weren’t as clear as this

[@Yarndrasil]

You're very welcome!

[@Lilliboo962]

Well so far you are the 1st person who tells us to take the tail end out!! I watched loads of different videos, Thank you so much, I was doing it right but couldn't get it to pull up, as soon as I took the tail end out it worked, THANK YOU!

[@ashneu]

Thank you for this! Other tutorials don't mention to take the tail out of the circle and that you count that first knot in the chain.

[@MissGhostface]

This is literally the only tutorial in a YEAR of crocheting that helped me finally close the dang gap in the middle!!!!! I'm ready to scream it from the rooftops! 🤣🤣🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼 THANK YOU SO MUCH! Explaining that the first stitch is the "knot" helped my brain more than anything else has.

[@naydacruzharris4623]

Thank you! This is a wonderful technique, clearly explained and demonstrated. Thank you for using thick yarn to illustrate.

[@Fidg234]

You did a good job by taking your time and doing this at a slower pace. I sat and practiced with you over and over until I finally learned. Thank you.

[@Yarndrasil]

So happy that I could help! Thank you for your kind comment.

[@angeliq-o1x]

Tysm for helping me!! I was trying to make a bee and it never worked because of the magic ring, you explained it so well!!! Now imma make an army of them

[@katelyncarpenter6572]

I’ve been trying so many different tutorials for different beginner crochets for a while now. Granny squares were NOT it 😂. This is the first tutorial I actually completed! I made a circle and I’m SO proud of myself 😂❤ thank you so much for this tutorial!!!

[@KLlave-vp2iu]

i LOVE your voice. your voice by far out of all the tutorials i've watched is the most soothing and pleasing voice to hear, like you could totally record an audiobook! also thank you for a great tutorial for beginners :>

[@Yarndrasil]

You’re so sweet. I was actually weirdly nervous when I started making videos and struggled to make my voice sound “normal”. Humans are so weird. Anyway, thanks for being sweet. Happy holidays 💗

[@doratheexplorer49]

i have been crocheting for many years and i always have to watch a tutorial on the magic circle. lol

[@osgoodie]

This tutorial was so helpful. Thank you for taking your time in this video to show us beginners on how to make a magic circle. For the longest time, I had difficulty doing it. You were very clear and explained it great. Thank you!!

[@Yarndrasil]

I’m always so thrilled to hear from people who found the tutorial helpful. You’re welcome and much love ❤️

[@erniehendrix9357]

Thank you! Your video allowed me to actually SEE the steps because you were wise enough to use a bulky yarn! Now I can make a magic circle.

[@CreateCuddle]

You spent so much time showing how to hold the yarn but rushed over adding stitches 😭 literally the hardest part

[@Poopypink]

Exactly.

[@ChrissyMorinCO]

I just wanted to let you know that this is the 4th magic circle video I’ve watched and yours was the one that actually worked for me. You pointed out important steps and details that others did not. Thank you so much for your time and attention to detail. 🎉

[@libertyquerol7924]

I CAN’T THANK YOU ENOUGH, EVEN THOUGH I HAVE TRIED TO LEARN THIS WITH A MYRIADS OF OTHER TUTORIALS, YOUR TUTORIAL IS THE ONLY ONE I HAVE BEEN ABLE TO LEARN. THANK YOU!🙏🙏🙏

[@Yarndrasil]

Love that you found it helpful 💗

[@sherijm8451]

I have been trying to figure out the magic circle for a while now and this video is by far the best explanation i have found! 🙂

[@MariYarrish]

THANK YOU! I have watched and collected soooooo many tube videos of How to do the Magic circle. And Tried several times. YOUR video is GREAT! You Explain it so precisely and slow enough but also, I think the larger yarn helps immensely. Thank you so much again. 🧶

[@Ranch____water]

Super helpful, great clarity, and amazing editing and understanding of the viewers needs. Thank you so much I was finally able to make a circle!

[@shaneyswift3127]

Oh thank God finally, an actual helpful tutorial.

[@EmariahCooper]

Broo this is the fifth vid I watched that didn’t work I’m so frustrated I need a vid that actually works

[@ericwerner3605]

This video was amazing and extremely helpful. I really appreciate you creating this tutorial. After watching this in slow motion a hundred times I have completed my first ever crochet magic circle. Thanks again!

[@ggjune7392]

"you should take the tail end out of the circle" but- but- the part I use to "yarn over" is in the circle.... What on earth did I do wrong I don't understand 😭😭😭

[@Mimi-is7kc]

Hold the end of the yarn down, "working end of the yarn" means the rest of the yarn you're about to work with, the yarn attached to your yarn cake/ball/skein, etc.

[@lreinke7341]

Thanks so much. This is the easiest magic circle tutorial I've seen.

[@Yarndrasil]

Always happy to hear that :)

[@em11dog]

Why am I the only one that couldn’t do this (I’ve been crocheting for a year and this makes no sense)

[@aestheticangel6525]

SAMEEE YOUR NOT ALONEEE

[@averysteubs]

Same! I get so frustrated, but I also have been having a bad week. I’ve been trying for at least 10 mins but the loop just is too loose and falls apart

[@doritoandnugget1264]

Omg I can’t believe I found u on here 😂 I’m like omg ik her 😂

[@em11dog]

@@doritoandnugget1264 xd

[@doritoandnugget1264]

@@em11dog I could do it up until the chain part 😂

[@cathydelgado7153]

oh my! I would give you a THOUSAND LIKES if I could! Thank you for this!!! I've watched so many videos and got NOWHERE! Thank you a billion! Instantly subscribing!!!

[@Yarndrasil]

Thank you so much!! So happy it helped ♥️

[@bangtansunicorn]

Ahh this was so helpfulll! I just started crocheting- like literally today and I didn't know how to make a magic ring, thank you for this!

[@Yarndrasil]

You’re welcome! Best of luck with your project!!

[@Frunze42]

This was the best explanation! The "magic" word is 'working yarn.' Thanks so much!❤

[@angelaestrada7812]

Please help this is so frustrating, when I take the tail end out of the circle the whole chain undose itself and its never tight

[@melloz-wi8jz]

I'm having the same issue )::

[@irrelevant22222]

I had this happen too! Maybe this will help (maybe not, idk!) - when you get to the point where you've pulled the left yarn out from under the right and twisted, STOP before you yarn over. Make sure you watch the video and do that yarn over *exactly* how she does. If the yarn is wrapping around the hook in the wrong direction, it won't work! You got this!

[@angelaestrada7812]

@@irrelevant22222 thankyou this helped a lot☺️

[@Tiffany-Rose]

Thank you! Every other video labeled "easy magic ring" they start ok then when it comes time to do the stitches always speed up. I appreciate the large yarn too 👍 Really great tutorial, finally get it 🙌

[@absuredangel]

Im going to try this. Thanks i was in tears over dozens of magic circle" tutorials

[@igiveuponnames3966]

Thank you beautiful person, you were refreshing clear in your explanation.

[@susaneggena1880]

I have watched several videos of making this Magic circle. You are the only one that has made it so easy to understand and follow. I appreciate this so much. You are the best.

[@miracleebhodaghe2039]

THANK YOU SO MUCH THIS HELPED A LOT ❤❤❤

[@Yarndrasil]

You’re welcome!! ✨

[@jenniferwhite2789]

At last, directions that I can follow!! I LOVE the slow motion too! Thank you so much for Making the magic circle so easy!!❤

[@toxicrose1670]

Congrats I sub cause it’s easy to understand plus I’m new to doin this , but this actually helped out a lot rlly ❤️ plus I’ve been seeing a lot of videos about this but none of them rlly help they went to fast for me to understand most don’t even say anything on how to do it but this is so perfect to understand thnk u a lot ❤️❤️

[@principiamothapo3190]

Thank you so much. When you say "working yarn" then everything made sense. Thank you

[@Gacha.bakedbeans7]

This tutorial is super helpful! I love your calm voice and slow motions so we can follow! I definitely will be using this to make my teacher a turtle!

[@tammymckie2624]

Hallelujah!!. I finally got it like everybody else I have looked at the video after video and I’ve been nothing but frustrated. I needed to learn how to do it in a single crochet stitch, but after watching your video I first tried it using the double, got that and then went back and did it in the single stitch and it worked. Thank you so much

[@tori87985]

I'm not normally one to comment, but i love your voice, and you need to read books or something it's so relaxing

[@squirrelgirl6398]

Best magic circle directions I've seen yet. I've got my bookmarked double starred to review for when I haven't made one in a while. Thank you!

[@fruikei]

This is amazing!! At first, I had difficulty doing the double, but I got some practice, and then went on!! Definitely subscribing!❤

[@Kkmzji]

i know this video is 4 years old but i just have to say: i've been trying to do the magic circle for a looooong time (like over a year) and i kept giving up because all the videos i saw just made me more confused, but i tried this one and after a few fails i think i did it! the bigger yarn was so helpful and made it so much easier to see each step! thank you

[@nancyjones6246]

Your tutorial was the third one I watched. Your demonstration and explanation was great! Made my first magic circle👍

[@deegreene3113]

This is the best tutorial ever!! You use the words "end" and "working "yarn and that helps tell me which one to use. Others do not do that. Thank you so muc h!!

[@nikusita]

Just want to take the time to thank and show you the appreciation for the top notch quality of video, filming, editing and audio. Your voice makes it perfect for a topic like this too!! ❤️

[@Yarndrasil]

Made my day, thank you 😊

[@libertyquerol7924]

I have to say you’re the best! Congratulations!!!

[@AudiHammond-g4f]

At first, it was easy, but then it got harder and harder what this is the farthest I’ve ever gotten❤

[@bevhall5705]

I have been crocheting my whole life and never liked the way the magic circle looked, yours looks beautiful and I am going to make them this way from now on.

[@moniquelollies5160]

I haven't fully watching the video but I hope it helps cause I was watching a video and punched my phone Edit: omg thank you so much it really helped

[@hannahschaaf8018]

I promised myself I would follow immediately whoever taught me to do a Magic circle because it’s been a struggle for me, so here I am..following you because you have taught me how to do a magic circle AND a double crochet. THANK YOU soooooo much!

[@Yarndrasil]

So happy to hear it worked out for you!! It can definitely be a struggle when you’re first starting out. But once you get a handle on those first few stitches (chain, single crochet, half double, and double crochet) it starts to become much easier! 💗

[@dolliedoesntwanttobealoli9749]

Your whole work and aesthetic is perfect! I hope to see more from you soon!