draw a circle

How to Create a Perfect Circle Without Tracing

Need to draw a perfect circle, but don't have anything to trace? You can create a circle with a compass or even just with a pencil and eraser.

Method One of Three:
Compass

1

Find a drafting compass. You can buy one at office supply or drafting supply stores.

2

Put your pencil in the open leg of the compass.

3

Adjust the compass for the radius of your circle. For a bigger circle, spread the compass wider.

4

Set the stationary leg of the compass where you want the middle of the circle.

5

Keep the stationary leg stable as you move the pencil leg around in a circle.