25 DIY Harry Potter Crafts Ideas & Plans

Crafting your own Harry Potter memorabilia is a great way to showcase your love for the series and bond with fellow fans.

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Whether you’re making a replica of the Monster Book of Monsters or designing your own custom Hogwarts house-themed T-shirt, these DIY Harry Potter crafts allow you to put your creativity on display.

So, grab your crafting supplies and get ready to embark on a magical journey filled with fun and creativity!

Making a Harry Potter Snitch Cake

Making a Harry Potter Snitch Cake

Impress your Harry Potter fans with a show-stopping snitch cake! To make this cake, you’ll need 2 half-ball pancakes, 1 filler cake or cheesecake, ganache, fondant, fondant extruder, fondant mat and rolling pin, 18 gauge covered wires, shortening, and wafer paper.

Follow these easy steps:

  1. Bake two half-ball pancakes and a filler cake/cheesecake.
  2. Cover the pancakes and cake with ganache.
  3. Roll out the fondant and cover the pancakes and cake.
  4. Use the fondant extruder to make the snitch wings and the fondant mat to make the snitch body.
  5. Insert 18 gauge covered wires into the snitch body and attach the wings.
  6. Use shortening and wafer paper to make the snitch shine.
  7. Add gold dust and food-grade alcohol for extra sparkle.

Your guests will be amazed by your creativity and baking skills!

How to Make a Harry Potter Throw Pillow

How to Make a Harry Potter Throw Pillow

This project is perfect for beginners and requires a 14-inch Home Elegance Luxury Pillow from Fairfield World, Kunin felt in black, red, yellow, cashmere tan, and brown, a sewing machine, thread, and black embroidery floss.

Harry Potter Shirt With Free SVG File

Harry Potter Shirt With Free SVG File

Add a touch of magic to your wardrobe with a Harry Potter shirt featuring a free SVG file. This easy-to-use file includes a Hermione Granger quote and is perfect for creating a personalized gift for any Potterhead. Use your Cricut Maker, iron-on, easy press, and blank t-shirt to bring the design to life.

With just a few clicks, you can download the free Harry Potter SVG file and start creating something special today. The design is versatile and can be used for a variety of crafts, such as tote bags, pillows, and more.

Homemade Harry Potter Wands

Homemade Harry Potter Wands

Create your own unique Harry Potter wand with this easy DIY project! All you need are bamboo cooking chopsticks, brown acrylic paint in assorted colors, foam brushes, a hot glue gun and glue sticks, and glossy spray sealant.

With a little creativity, you can design a wand that is perfect for your Hogwarts house and personality. Show off your craft skills and impress your friends with your very own homemade Harry Potter wand!

DIY Harry Potter Sorting Hat Candles

DIY Harry Potter Sorting Hat Candles

With just a few supplies, you can make candles that reveal which Hogwarts house you belong to.

To make these candles, you’ll need heat-safe glass jars, candle wicks & holders, soy wax flakes, candle wax colorants in red, dark blue, green, and yellow, fragrance oil, and a silicone mold.

Don’t forget to add sorting hat labels to complete the look. Light up the candle and watch as the wax melts to reveal your house. This fun and easy craft is perfect for any Harry Potter fan. 

Harry Potter Lightning Bolt Ring

Harry Potter Lightning Bolt Ring

Craft your very own Harry Potter lightning bolt ring with just a few simple tools! This stylish accessory is a must-have for any fan of the series and is sure to turn heads.

All you need is proper jewelry wire, round-nose pliers, regular pliers, and scissors or plier cutters. With these tools, you can create your ring in no time.

This lightning bolt ring also makes for a perfect gift for yourself or other fans of the magical world of Harry Potter.

Adorable DIY Monster Book of Monsters Book Cover

Adorable DIY Monster Book of Monsters Book Cover

Add some extra fun to your Harry Potter movie night or party with this easy-to-make monster book of monsters DIY cover.

All you need is a hardcover sketchbook, craft felt in red, pale yellow or off-white, and brown, large wiggle eyes, a glue gun, a computer, a printer, and the free downloadable monster book patterns.

Create Your Own Handmade Harry Potter Monster Book of Monsters

Create Your Own Handmade Harry Potter Monster Book of Monsters

Unleash your inner wizarding world fan by crafting your very own Harry Potter Monster Book of Monsters! With just a few simple materials, you can create these fun and unique handmade gifts or party favors. Here’s what you’ll need:

  • Faux fur
  • Sargent Art Tacky Glue
  • Mini composition books
  • 30mm googly eyes
  • White felt

Follow these easy step-by-step instructions to customize your creatures and bring the magic of Hogwarts into your home:

  1. Cut your faux fur into a rectangle that is slightly larger than your mini composition book.
  2. Use Sargent Art Tacky Glue to attach the fur to the cover of your book, leaving a small overlap on the front and back covers.
  3. Cut out two circles from the white felt and glue them to the front cover of your book to create eyes.
  4. Glue the 30mm googly eyes to the center of the white felt circles.
  5. Cut out a small strip of fur and glue it to the center of the front cover to create a mouth.

Simple Harry Potter Bookmarks Craft

Simple Harry Potter Bookmarks Craft

If you’re a Harry Potter fan, you’ll love this simple DIY project for creating your very own Hogwarts house bookmarks!

With just four strips of paper, a little glue, and house badges, you can create beautiful bookmarks in just a few simple steps. Here’s how:

  1. Cut four strips of paper, each measuring 2cm x 20cm.
  2. Fold two strips in half and glue them together at the folded end to create a V shape.
  3. Repeat with the other two strips of paper.
  4. Glue the two V shapes together at the open ends to create a square.
  5. Attach a Hogwarts house badge to the front of the bookmark using glue.

You can create bookmarks for each Hogwarts house, or mix and match to create a unique set. These bookmarks make the perfect gift for any Harry Potter fan, and are sure to be admired by fellow muggles and wizards alike. Get creative with it and show your love of all things wizardly with these crafty creative projects!

How to Make Harry Potter XL Clothespins

How to Make Harry Potter XL Clothespins

Add a touch of magic to your home or office with these adorable Harry Potter XL Clothespins. Follow these simple steps to make your own:

  1. Gather supplies: wooden clothespins, acrylic paint (in Harry Potter colors), paintbrushes, and a black permanent marker.
  2. Paint the clothespins in your desired Harry Potter colors (e.g. red and gold for Gryffindor).
  3. Once the paint has dried, use the black permanent marker to draw the Hogwarts house crests or any other Harry Potter designs on the clothespins.
  4. Let the marker ink dry completely.
  5. Your Harry Potter XL Clothespins are now ready to use! Display your favorite photos or use them to hold important papers or notes.

These charming clothespins also make great party favors or gifts for Harry Potter fans. Don’t hesitate to try making your own – they’re easy and fun to create!

DIY Harry Potter Mandrake

DIY Harry Potter Mandrake

Create your own Harry Potter Mandrake with this simple DIY project! Gather a baby doll, a flower pot, brown Rustoleum paint, a knife, fake leaves (both loose and with stems), and some dirt. Follow these easy steps to bring a piece of the wizarding world into your home or to give as a gift:

  1. Paint the baby doll with brown Rustoleum paint and let it dry completely.
  2. Cut the fake leaves into small pieces and attach them to the top of the doll’s head using glue.
  3. Use the knife to cut the stems off of some of the fake leaves and insert them into the dirt in the flower pot.
  4. Place the doll on top of the dirt and arrange the remaining loose leaves around the base of the pot.

In just a few steps, you can create a charming Harry Potter Mandrake that any fan of the series will love. Display it in your home or give it as a gift to a fellow Potterhead.

Painted Rocks Harry Potter Craft

Painted Rocks Harry Potter Craft

To create these masterpieces, you’ll need flat, washed, and dried rocks, a few craft paint colors (such as white, black, gold, and silver), adhesive vinyl in black and white, transfer paper, and free SVG cut files of popular Harry Potter spells.

Let your creativity run wild and design your rock with your favorite Harry Potter character or symbol. Use transfer paper to transfer the design onto the rock, and then paint it with your desired colors. Once you’re done painting, seal it with either spray or mod podge for an extra layer of protection.

Your kids will love creating these easy and fun painted rock masterpieces. It’s a fantastic way to show off their inner wizards and add a magical touch to your garden or home decor. Get ready to be amazed by the enchanting results!

DIY Harry Potter Magic Pillowcase

DIY Harry Potter Magic Pillowcase

Craft your own magical Harry Potter pillowcase with this simple tutorial! Using fabric, a Harry Potter glasses pattern, gold thread, and fusible interfacing, you can create a one-of-a-kind pillowcase that looks like it came straight from Hogwarts. Even if you’re a beginner, you’ll be amazed at how quickly this pillowcase comes together. It’s almost like magic!

Follow these steps to create your very own Harry Potter-inspired pillowcase:

  1. Cut your fabric to the desired size for your pillowcase.
  2. Print out a Harry Potter glasses pattern and trace it onto your fabric using a fabric pen or pencil.
  3. Use gold thread to sew along the traced lines of the glasses pattern.
  4. Cut out the glasses pattern from the fabric.
  5. Cut a piece of fusible interfacing to the same size as the glasses pattern and iron it onto the back of the glasses pattern.
  6. Place the glasses pattern onto the fabric and iron it in place.
  7. Sew around the glasses pattern using gold thread.
  8. Fold the fabric in half with the right sides facing each other and sew along the edges, leaving one end open.
  9. Turn the pillowcase right side out and insert your pillow.

That’s it! You now have your very own magical Harry Potter pillowcase.

DIY Harry Potter Mandrake Roots

DIY Harry Potter Mandrake Roots

This DIY project is perfect for fans of the wizarding world of Harry Potter or anyone who loves crafting.

With all the colors you need included in the pack, you can easily recreate these grumpy little potted plants that look just like the mandrakes from the films.

Plus, you’ll have extra clay to work on other projects. Bring some whimsy and charm into your home with these magical DIY mandrake roots.

Harry Potter Onesie With Heat Transfer Vinyl

Harry Potter Onesie With Heat Transfer Vinyl

By using heat transfer vinyl and following a detailed tutorial, you can complete this project within 15-20 minutes.

To get started, you will need a 0-3 month cotton onesie, black and cardinal heat transfer vinyl (htv), a silhouette portrait cutter machine, a silhouette hook tool, an onesie design file for silhouette studio or other cutting machine software program that allows importing svg and dxf files, an iron, an ironing board, and a piece of cotton fabric.

With these supplies, you can create a unique and magical gift for your special someone today!

Screen Printed Harry Potter Quilt

Screen Printed Harry Potter Quilt

Create a one-of-a-kind Harry Potter-themed quilt with this easy-to-follow screen printing tutorial. Begin by using white quilting cotton for the screen print, then customize it with fabric pieces from vintage sheets or other fabrics of your choosing.

Layer wadding between your squares and add binding, embroidery, and machine thread to finish the look. To bring your Harry Potter-inspired creation to life, use fabric paint to add extra detail.

This affordable and beginner-friendly project is perfect for anyone looking to make something special that showcases their love for the wizarding world.

How to Create a Harry Potter Sorting Hat

How to Create a Harry Potter Sorting Hat

Bring a piece of Hogwarts into your home with your very own DIY sorting hat. With a few simple supplies, you can transform a plain paper mâché witch hat into the iconic hat from the Harry Potter series. Here are the steps to create your own:

  1. Cover the hat with newspaper using hot glue.
  2. Apply modeling paste to the hat to create texture.
  3. Allow the hat to dry completely.
  4. Paint the hat brown, and add additional shading to create a weathered look.
  5. Use a stencil or freehand to paint the Hogwarts house crests onto the hat.
  6. Display your sorting hat proudly!

With these easy-to-follow instructions, you can create a magical sorting hat perfect for a Harry Potter-themed party or as a unique decoration for your home. Let your creativity run wild and embrace your inner wizard with this fun DIY project.

DIY Harry Potter Potion Bottles

DIY Harry Potter Potion Bottles

Add a touch of magic to your next party with these DIY Harry Potter Potion Bottles.

To make them, you’ll need craft bottles, mod podge, twine, a hole punch, and free printable Harry Potter potion labels. Fill each bottle with water and a few drops of food coloring, then tie on the potion label using twine through a punched-out hole.

Your guests will love showing off their potions or taking them home as favors. It’s an unforgettable experience for any fan of the wizarding world!

Create Your Own Harry Potter Wall Art

Create Your Own Harry Potter Wall Art

The project includes canvas material, wood dowels, craft paint, and a stencil to get you started.

Use your imagination to customize the colors or spell out your favorite quote to make it as unique as your Hogwarts house. Simply add twine for hanging and showcase your skills by creating a piece of art worthy of Dumbledore’s office.

Get creative and bring some magic into your home today with this fun and easy DIY project!

Paper Roll Harry Potter Craft for Kids

Paper Roll Harry Potter Craft for Kids

Create a magical and fun Harry Potter paper roll craft with your kids using simple materials.

You will need a paper roll, colored craft papers (black, yellow, beige, and brown for Harry), and a free printable template. This easy and affordable activity takes only 15 minutes to complete and provides a great way to beat boredom.

Your child will enjoy playing with the new toy while enhancing their hand-eye coordination and motor skills.

DIY Harry Potter Always Graphic Tee

DIY Harry Potter Always Graphic Tee

If you’re a Harry Potter fan, show off your love for the wizarding world with this “always” graphic tee.

You can easily make this design or any other by opening up Silhouette Studio and downloading the file for the shirt. Just remember to reverse the image before cutting it on TV for a perfect finish that’s sure to get you noticed!

This stylish tee is made from premium fabric and designed specifically for Harry Potter fans. Get one now and show your magical side!

Cute Harry Potter Flower Pot

Cute Harry Potter Flower Pot

This DIY project is simple and can be customized to fit your personal style. All you need is a flower pot and some acrylic paint.

To get started, choose your favorite Harry Potter character or Hogwarts house and paint their emblem onto the pot. You can also add quotes or spells from the books to make it even more magical. Once the paint has dried, add soil and your favorite plant to complete the look.

Your Harry Potter flower pot will make a great addition to any garden or plant collection and is sure to be a conversation starter. So grab your paintbrushes and get ready to create your own unique design!

His and Hers Harry Potter Mugs

His and Hers Harry Potter Mugs

Add some magic to your mornings with these personalized his and hers Harry Potter mugs.

With just a few simple supplies and your Silhouette Cameo, you can create unique designs featuring your favorite characters from the beloved movie series.

To create these custom mugs, start by choosing and cutting out adhesive vinyl decals for each mug. Next, apply transfer tape to the decal and press it onto the surface of a blank coffee mug. Repeat the process for the other mug.

These mugs are perfect for any Harry Potter fan and make great gifts for birthdays, holidays, or any special occasion.

Choose from designs featuring Harry Potter himself or his friends in all their glory. Get ready to sip your coffee in style and show off your love for this timeless classic.

Make Your Own Harry Potter Wands

Make Your Own Harry Potter Wands

Enter the magical world of Harry Potter and design your very own wand! With the instructions provided, making these light-up wands is easy and perfect for all ages. The wand will glow just like any true wizard’s, giving you the power to cast spells.

To make your own wand, you’ll need a dowel or twig, styrofoam, a hot glue gun with glue sticks, a small piece of cardboard or foam core, 3 volt 1.8mm led bulbs, and holders with switch as well as hook-up wire. These materials can be found in most craft stores.

Once you have all the materials needed, it’s time to get crafting! Unleash your creativity and make something unique – let your inner wizard out of their shell! Follow the instructions provided and make a wand that truly represents you.

With your newly crafted wand, you can participate in Quidditch tournaments, spell-casting workshops, and interactive wizarding-themed scavenger hunts. So what are you waiting for? Let your imagination run wild and create your very own Harry Potter wand today!

Harry Potter Paper Bows With Free Printable

Harry Potter Paper Bows With Free Printable

Add some Harry Potter magic to your party with these easy-to-make paper bows! With just one sheet of thick paper, glue, and a printer, you can create bows that can be used as costume accessories, decorations, or even gift toppers. The free printable template provided by lovelyplanner makes it easy to create bows in the style of your favorite Hogwarts house.

To make the bows, simply print the template onto your chosen paper, cut out the pieces, and fold them as indicated on the template. Then, glue the pieces together to form the bow shape. You can also add embellishments like glitter or gems to make the bows even more magical.

These Harry Potter paper bows are a fun and unique way to add some wizarding world charm to your party. So, get crafting and let the magic begin!

Conclusion

Exploring Harry Potter crafts is an exciting way to unleash your creativity and immerse yourself in the world of magic.

With various DIY projects and activities available, such as making your own wand, painting rocks, or creating themed decorations for parties, the possibilities are truly endless.

Regardless of your age, Harry Potter crafts offer a fun and unique way to bond with others and showcase your love for the series.

So, grab your wand, gather your friends and family, and embark on a magical journey through the realm of Harry Potter crafts!

 

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