Heyyoo Potterheads! Get magical with incredible Harry Potter themed DIY house Party props.
Three young best friends who went to the Hogwarts school of witchcraft and wizardry and fights against dark magic with a complete ride of adventures.
If you are a fan of this marvelous series, you will definitely like these DIY pieces and ideas that you can add up in your home. It can be interesting things or colors or any significant resemblances from the series. This article has it all!!
Watch the full experience of the authentic sets and props of Harry Potter Studio Tour and behind the scenes of the movie and explore the wizarding world. Warner Bros Studios tour – The making of Harry Potter
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And how about learning many wizardous spells that you can also use to make your home Harry Potter themed. Haha.. So what are you waiting for?
Get yourself a magical Wand! We’ll get started!
15 DIY Harry Potter themed Party Props Ideas:
1. The magical wand:
If you can’t buy it, then make it!
Making it wasn’t that hard, because Boxy Colonial’s Tutorial on Harry Potter Wand making would be helpful. It has the step-by-step procedure in making such beautiful wands. I love how it is made using homemade elements.
Avada Kedavra – A worst spell in the series with a killing curse. But Harry was the only one who survived it.. Can you?
2. The Golden Snitch:
The Golden Snitch is a ball used in the Quidditch game. It is a small golden ball which has silver wings and a perfect piece on your desk. It is as easy as to make with clay and some golden spray paint. Watch William World make the Best DIY Golden Snitch Tutorial. It is really the best i’m telling you..
If you haven’t seen our DIY string art ideas using yarn crafts yet? Check out to make your snitch with yarns too!!
Are you a fan of souvenirs? Get a Harry Potter golden Snitch lamp for your desk. It can be turned on when you tap the light.. Looks and Acts magical!
Confundo – Make something stammer or confuse by using this spell
3. Platform 9 3/4:
A train platform decor is the best one for your bedroom. It feels like entering the Harry Potter world anytime. This platform 9 3/4 lies between the barrier of platform 9 and 10.
Yes! Get some brick wallpapers and fix them to the wall. Now the platform sign board is left.. Make this easiest DIY platform 9 3/4 sign tutorial by The misadventures of Miss Kay.
Watch ItzMillertime Studios Harry Potter bedroom decoration video where you’ll know about building Hogwarts sign, platform 9 3/4 also wands and posters.
Ready to travel in the Hogwarts Express? We’ll meet at platform 9 3/4 then!
4. Invisible book shelf:
Hogwarts style invisible book shelves can be the weirdest thing you can have in your home. It’s just like a book shelf floating without any support. Wanna know how to make it?
Watch this step-by-step tutorial of making an invisible book shelf by The Instructables. All you need is a metal wall brace, screws, velcro and a drill.
Wingardium Leviosa – Make objects fly or levitate with this spell
5. Floating candles:
Just imagine the great hall of floating candles.. Isn’t it magnificent?
You can also decorate your dining hall or bedroom with these simple and beautiful DIY floating candles. Looks like a whole fantasy!
Get ready for the feast!
Lumos – This light charm can be used as a torch on your wand. Try ‘Ok Google, Lumos’ now…
6. The wizard chess:
Now let’s make one outdoors too.. Let your neighbors know that you are a Harry Potter fan.
You can use your garden space to create a chess board patio and either huge anchors or you play on your own with your friends. Just like Harry played the enchanted chess in the series. Feel the magic in and around your house!
Image source – Outdoor spaces
7. Snowy Owl:
Remember Hedwig, the snowy owl? How can you not have one if you are making a little Harry Potter world in your house?
Just bring a bunch of papers.. That’s all you need make this amazing paper snowy owl tutorial by We lived happily ever after
Also check out this Hedwig novelty mug from Amazon
Obliviate – Cast this spell to erase memories from anyone.. Will you do it yourself?
8. Nimbus 2000:
A broom stick around the corner won’t go any wrong. Nimbus 2000 is the broomstick Harry got when he joined the Gryffindor Quidditch team. What are you gonna name your broomstick now?
It is easy to make when you watch this Making of Nimbus 2000 by The Instructables craft.
You can also buy the same Nimbus 2000 broom from Amazon. Get ready to fly around your home!
Expelliarmus – Knock things off the opponent with this defensive spell
9. Deathly Hallows Dream catcher:
The Hallows symbol is my most favorite! It symbolizes the three legendary things in Harry Potter – the unbeatable wand, the stone to bring life back and the invisible cloak.
Ever thought about making a dreamcatcher on your own. It brings the feelings of love and hope. Make the deathly hallows and become the Master of Deaths just like Harry Potter. Feathers, threads, scissors and glue – you got it right!
Image source – Deathly Hallows dreamcatcher
Sectumsempra – A dark spell by Prof Snape which can leave cuts on the victim which can never be healed
10. The sorting witch hat:
The crooked witch hat from Harry Potter sorts out the pupils to different houses in the Hogwarts school. And this one is the best to make you feel like a wizard.
Check out this making of witch hat by Iron oak farm. Try out bringing the sorting hat’s face.. You definitely have magic in your hands!
You know what? I just found out this amazing wizardous sorting hat which can actually talk and has facial expressions. This is a sure piece from Amazon!
Petrificus Totalus – Paralyze anyone with this pretty easy spell
11. Wanted Posters:
This is my favorite eye-catchy prop. The Azkaban prison “Have you seen this wizard?” The wanted poster is the one to make is mischievous.
Check out the Harry Potter Party Prep ideas by Spicy pinecone. Just like Sirius Black, add your picture for extra spice, my dear wizard.
These are simple printable posters easy to do and hang in. Poster Template
Riddikulus – Turn something terrific into something silly
12. Harry Potter Coasters:
Make this Hogwarts house DIY coaster set by Artsy Fartsy mama. This cricut coaster set is all you need on your table as a Potterhead. So which is your favorite Hogwarts house?
You can make Harry Potter symbols you like the most. I love the thunder mark. Also check out these beautiful wooden Harry Potter coasters from the Woodgeek store.
Do you have a mark on your forehead too?
Oculus Reparo – An simple and handy spell when Hermoine used to repair Harry’s broken glasses
13. Harry Potter Pennants:
You can hang in there the colors of the houses in Harry Potter. Like red for Gryffindors, blue for Ravenclaw, indigo or yellow for Hufflepuff and green for Slytherine. You can make color codes without printables to denote your house team!
This Hogwarts Banner is an unique wall hanging or an welcome door hanging
PotteryBarn teen has the best imported Harry Potter house pennants
Accio – The laziest spell where can bring anything closer to you
14. Hogwarts scarf:
If you are good at crocheting? Then try this versatile Harry Potter scarf.
Sheep & Stitch has the best guide for crocheting Harry Potter scarf. It will be helpful even if you are a beginner. You can make it in your favorite house color.
Feeling the vibes, Potterheads?!!
Alohomora – This unlocking spell to manage all your mischiefs
15. The Dementors:
How can we leave the house without any dementors when we have magic in hand?
Create this easy ghosts and dementors tutorial by Over the big moon. Just a balloon, glue and some cheesecloth will be enough to bring the demons into your house.
Crucio – This spell causes torturous pain for the victim
Whenever someone mentions ‘Harry Potter’, do you also hear the spooky background music in your head? Or am I the only one? Nothing less than Magic!
Last but not least…
Expecto Patronum – The most famous spells in the series where you can use a happy memory of someone to distract them in defense
Did you enjoy Treasuring all these interesting fantasy souvenirs from the Harry Potter edition?
