Crochet magic rings puzzle me

I keep practicing the magic ring but it just won’t close and if I do get it closed I struggle to know where to slip-stitch.#lemon8contest #AskLemon8

2025/4/29 Edited to

... Read moreCrochet magic rings, also known as magic circles, are fundamental in various crochet projects, especially in amigurumi and circular motifs. To properly create a magic ring, start by making a loop with your yarn and working your stitches into the loop's center. Ensure that your tension is consistent; this may take practice, but it's key to success. Common issues include failing to close the ring completely. If you find that your magic ring won’t close, try adjusting the starting loop size or the number of stitches you’re working into it. After completing your stitches, pull the working yarn tail to tighten the loop. Additionally, knowing where to slip-stitch can be confusing for beginners; it’s generally at the top of your first stitch in the round. Practicing these steps can help clear up confusion, making crocheting fun rather than frustrating!

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fayebee

do 8 stitches instead of the 12 or 13 you have, it wont close because there's too many stitches in the ring so it wont close right!

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Sam 🥥🥥

You pull the yarn tail don’t cut it to early

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