Magic Ring (Adjustable Ring)

Start circles with a fully closable center. Essential for amigurumi.

Magic ring crochet symbol
Magic ring symbol (Wikimedia Commons).

Wrap yarn around two fingers to form a loop.

Photo: 6 sts in a magic ring (CC BY-SA 4.0 by Valki77).
Photo: 6 sts in a magic ring (CC BY-SA 4.0 by Valki77).

Insert hook under loop, pull working yarn through, chain 1 to secure.

Subsequent rounds built on the ring (CC BY-SA 4.0).
Subsequent rounds built on the ring (CC BY-SA 4.0).
Loop: Stitching into the magic ring (Wikimedia Commons).
Why it matters: The ring tightens completely—no hole, no stuffing peeking out.

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