Working in the Round: Making a Magic Ring

Making a Magic Ring

This is the first video in a series of tutorials that will help you learn the fundamental stitches needed to make projects in the round and some of the methods I use in my patterns.

There are two ways to work in the round, either by joining a long chain to make a circle or working from a magic ring. In this post I will show you how to work in Tunisian Crochet in the round (TITR) using the magic ring method. We'll cover the basics of creating the magic ring, casting on for the Forward Pass. In Part 2 you will learn how to attach a second colour yarn and perform the Return Pass.

To get started, you'll need:

• Two colours of yarn, one colour to work the Forward Pass (FwdP) and contrasting colour used to work the Return Pass (RetP).

• A double-ended Tunisian crochet hook or two interchangeable crochet hooks and connecting cord.

If you're new to Tunisian crochet in the round (TITR) I suggest you practise with a Double Knitting weight yarn and a 6mm hook. Using a thicker yarn and larger hook will make getting to grips with this technique easier. (If you are working from one of my patterns then please use the hook and yarn that is recommended).

The video below will guide you on how to begin working in the round in Tunisian crochet:

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Happy crocheting!

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Written Instructions:

1. Wrap the yarn loosely around your fingers

2. Hold the yarn between your fingers to maintain tension

3. Insert your hook under the loop on your finger

4. Pick up the yarn and pull through

5. Take the loop off your fingers and hold it

6. Insert the hook yarn over and pull through to make a chain

7. Repeat this until you have the desired amount of loops on your hook.

You are now ready to move on to Part 2