Crochet in a circle means building a round, flat piece outward from a small starting ring, adding stitches at a steady rate so the fabric stays flat instead of rippling or cupping. I think of this as the foundational round-shaping skill behind everything from coasters to amigurumi bases. This guide covers the core mechanics.
The Core Mechanics
Start with 6 stitches into a ring, then double to 12 in round 2, and continue adding 6 new stitches per round after that, spacing the increases progressively further apart as the circle grows. This steady 6-per-round rate is what keeps a single crochet circle lying flat.
Frequently asked questions
Why does my circle ripple instead of staying flat?
Rippling means you are adding more stitches per round than the standard rate calls for. Check your count against a standard increase table and remove extra stitches if needed.
Want the full increase table?
See exact stitch counts for every round through a larger circle.
See the circle increase chart
