Crochet your own Harry Potter Hedwig! Easy Amigurumi Tutorial!

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Materials Needed
3. Making the Head and Body
   1. Starting with the Magic Ring
   2. Increasing the Stitches
   3. Rounds of Single Crochet
   4. Decreasing Stitches
   5. Filling the Body
4. Making the Wings
   1. Magic Ring for the Wings
   2. Increasing and Crocheting Rounds
   3. Shaping and Finishing the Wings
5. Making the Eyes
6. Making the Legs
7. Making the Beak
8. Assembling the Owl
   1. Attaching the Eyes and Wings
   2. Attaching the Legs
   3. Adding Details to the Wings
   4. Optional Blush and Badges
9. Conclusion
10. Donation Information

How to Make a Harry Potter Amigurumi Owl

In this tutorial, I will guide you through the process of creating a Harry Potter-inspired amigurumi owl. This adorable owl can be made as a keychain or a decorative item. It requires white and brown yarn, black eyes, filler, and optional blush or pink eyeshadow for added details. Using a 3 mm hook, the final size of this owl will be approximately 8 cm. So, let's gather our materials and get started!

Making the Head and Body

To begin, we will create the head and body of the owl. We will start with a magic ring of 7 stitches and gradually increase the stitches to form the desired shape. Once the head and body are complete, we will fill it with filler and close it off.

Starting with the Magic Ring

Using the white yarn and a 3 mm hook, create a magic ring of 7 stitches. Then, close the magic ring with a slip stitch and make a chain to raise the fabric. Instead of making a single crochet in the chain, make it in the first stitch and mark it. This will ensure that we maintain the correct stitch count throughout the project.

Increasing the Stitches

In this step, we will gradually increase the number of stitches to achieve the desired shape. Make an increase in each stitch, resulting in 14 stitches. Close the magic ring and continue with a round of single crochet and an increase, repeating seven times to have 21 stitches. Repeat this process again to reach 28 stitches.

Rounds of Single Crochet

Continue with seven rounds of 28 single crochet stitches. This will provide the foundation for the body of the owl. The size of the owl may vary based on the tension of your stitches.

Decreasing Stitches

To shape the body, we will begin decreasing the number of stitches. Make two stitches and a decrease, repeating seven times to have 21 stitches. Continue with one stitch and a decrease, repeating seven times to have 14 stitches. Finally, make a stitch and an increase, repeating seven times to reach 21 stitches.

Filling the Body

Once the body is complete, fill it with the desired amount of filler. This will give the owl a plush and rounded appearance. After filling, finish with seven decreases, cut the thread, and close it off. Use a yarn needle to neatly close the piece by passing the needle through the front strands of the last stitches, ensuring a secure closure.

Making the Wings

Next, we will create the wings of the owl. We will start with a magic ring of six stitches and gradually increase the stitches to form the wing shape. Once the wings are complete, we will sew them onto the body.

Magic Ring for the Wings

Using the white yarn and a 3 mm hook, create a magic ring of six stitches. Make an increase in each stitch to have 12 points. Close the magic ring and proceed with three rounds of 12 single crochet stitches.

Increasing and Crocheting Rounds

Continue by making four stitches and a decrease, repeating twice to have 10 stitches. Then, make three stitches and a decrease, repeating twice to have 8 stitches. Finally, make two stitches and a decrease, repeating twice to have 6 stitches.

Shaping and Finishing the Wings

To shape the wings, flatten the piece and pass the hook through the stitch as if you were going to continue knitting, then pass it through the one in front. Repeat this process with the next two stitches and the two at the end. This will create a flat and pointed wing shape. Cut the thread, close it off, and make two identical wings.

Making the Eyes, Legs, and Beak

Now, let's move on to creating the eyes, legs, and beak for our owl. Using the appropriate colors and sizes, follow the instructions below:

• Eyes: Create a magic ring of 5 stitches and make an increase in each stitch to have 10 stitches. Finish with a round of 10 single crochet stitches and adjust the eyes accordingly.
• Legs: Create a magic ring of 4 stitches and make an increase in each stitch to have 8 stitches. Proceed with a round of 8 single crochet stitches. To shape the legs, pass the hook through the normal stitch and then through the front stitch, make three more strands, and do a decrease. Repeat this process for the next two stitches and make two decreases at the end.
• Beak: Create a chain stitch with two stitches and make an extra chain to lift the fabric. Make a decrease in these two chains, cut the thread, and close it off.

Assembling the Owl

Now that we have all the individual parts ready, let's assemble our owl. Follow these steps:

1. Attach the eyes between rounds number 8 and 9 with 8 points of separation. Glue the eyes temporarily to make it easier to sew them later.
2. Place the beak between round number 9 and 11 in the center of the eyes.
3. Place the wings on the sides of the body, using pins to secure them in place. Sew the wings onto the body.
4. Attach the legs under the body, slightly angled outwards for visibility from the front.
5. To add detail to the wings, use black thread to create inverted triangles.

Optionally, you can add a touch of blush or pink eyeshadow to give your owl some rosy cheeks. Once you're happy with the final result, your Harry Potter amigurumi owl is complete!

Conclusion

Congratulations on completing your very own Harry Potter-inspired amigurumi owl! This project is perfect for Harry Potter fans and crochet enthusiasts alike. Feel free to experiment with different yarn colors and embellishments to make the owl truly unique. Don't forget to share your creations in the comments below!

Donation Information

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Highlights:

• Learn how to make a Harry Potter-inspired amigurumi owl.
• Step-by-step instructions with clear explanations.
• Use of basic crochet techniques.
• Customizable design with optional embellishments.
• Perfect for Harry Potter fans and crochet enthusiasts.

FAQ

Q: Can I use different colors for the owl? A: Absolutely! Feel free to choose any color combination that you prefer for your owl.

Q: Are the blush and black triangles necessary? A: No, they are optional. These details can be skipped if you prefer a simpler design.

Q: Can I make the owl larger or smaller? A: Yes, you can adjust the size of the owl by using thicker or thinner yarn and a larger or smaller crochet hook.

Q: Can I sell the owls I make from this pattern? A: Yes, you can sell the finished owls, but please credit the pattern to the original creator.