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Starting technique · Foundation

Magic Ring

An adjustable starting loop that closes completely — essential for amigurumi with no centre hole.

Difficulty
Beginner
Category
Stitches

Definition

The first round is worked over a loop of yarn rather than a chain ring, then the tail is pulled to close the centre entirely.

Overview

Without it, round starts leave a hole that stuffing shows through, which is why every amigurumi pattern opens with one.

The tail must be woven in securely; a magic ring that was never anchored can work loose over time.

Characteristics

  • Fully closable centre
  • Adjustable
  • Needs the tail secured well

Typical uses

  • Amigurumi
  • Hats worked top-down
  • Flower centres
  • Baskets
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Technique and product tradition

AmigurumiThe Japanese tradition of crocheting small stuffed figures in tight continuous rounds so the fabric is dense enough to hold a sculpted shape.

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Single CrochetThe short, tight workhorse stitch behind amigurumi, bags and anything that must hold shape.

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