What is the final size of the finished Harry Potter doll?

When using fingering weight yarn and the recommended hooks, Harry stands approximately 9 inches (22.5 cm) tall, while Hedwig is about 1.8 inches (4.5 cm).

Can I use safety eyes instead of half-beads?

Yes, you can use 8 mm safety eyes, but make sure to insert them at Round 60 before you begin decreasing and stuffing the head.

How do I make the glasses safe for children?

If this is for a young child, I recommend embroidering the glasses with black yarn instead of using wire to avoid any sharp edges or poking hazards.

Is the robe removable?

Absolutely! The robe is designed as a separate accessory with its own sleeves, so you can dress and undress Harry as you like.

Harry Potter and Hedwig Amigurumi Pattern

Step into the wizarding world with your very own handmade boy who lived. This pattern captures every iconic detail, from the messy black hair and round spectacles to the cozy Gryffindor scarf. You will love watching Harry come to life alongside his faithful snowy companion, Hedwig. It is a rewarding project that brings a touch of magic to any shelf or collection, making it the ultimate gift for the book lovers in your life.

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Materials Needed for Harry Potter and Hedwig Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

01
Cotton fingering weight yarn in White for the shirt and Hedwig
02
Cotton fingering weight yarn in Skin tone for the face and hands
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Cotton fingering weight yarn in Yellow and Red for the scarf and tie details
04
Cotton fingering weight yarn in Grey for the sweater and Dark Grey for the trousers
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Cotton fingering weight yarn in Black for the hair, shoes, and robe
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Embroidery thread in yellow, red, brown, and black for facial features and house details

— Tools Required

01
1.6 mm crochet hook for fine details
02
2.25 mm crochet hook for accessories
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2.5 mm crochet hook for the main doll body
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8 mm black half-bead eyes for Harry
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5 mm black half-bead eyes for Hedwig
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5 mm black bead for the robe closure
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Polyester fiberfill for firm stuffing
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1 mm black soft wire for the iconic round glasses
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Craft glue for securing the hairpiece
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Yarn needle and sewing needle
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Stitch markers to track continuous rounds
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Pink blush for adding a rosy glow to the cheeks

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— 1. Left Arm :

Round 1 :

Using skin yarn, 6 sc into a mr (6)

Round 2 :

(1 sc, 1 inc) repeat 3 times (9)

Round 3 :

1 sc in every st around (9)

Round 4 :

3 sc, 1 puff stitch, 1 sc, 1 inv dec, 2 sc (8)

Round 5-19 :

Switch to grey yarn, 1 sc in every st around (8)

Info :

Fill the arm with stuffing and finish off, leaving a tail for assembly.

— 2. Right Arm :

Round 1 :

Using skin yarn, 6 sc into a mr (6)

Round 2 :

(1 sc, 1 inc) repeat 3 times (9)

Round 3 :

1 sc in every st around (9)

Round 4 :

1 inv dec, 1 sc, 1 puff stitch, 5 sc (8)

Round 5-19 :

Switch to grey yarn, 1 sc in every st around (8)

Info :

Fill the arm with stuffing and finish off, leaving a tail for assembly.

— 3. Inner Neck :

Round 1 :

Using skin yarn, 6 sc into a mr (6)

Round 2-10 :

1 sc in every st around (6)

Info :

Finish off, stuff firmly, and weave the tail through the front loops to close tightly.

— 4. Left Leg :

Round 1 :

Using black yarn, ch 7. Starting in 2nd ch from hook: 1 inc, 4 sc, 5 sc in the last ch. Work down other side: 4 sc, 1 inc (17)

Round 2 :

1 sc, 1 inc, 4 sc, 5 inc, 4 sc, 1 inc, 1 sc (24)

Round 3 :

BLO 1 sc in every st around (24)

Round 4 :

1 sc in every st around (24)

Round 5 :

7 sc, 5 inv dec, 7 sc (19)

Round 6 :

5 sc, 2 inv dec, 1 sc, 2 inv dec, 5 sc (15)

Round 7 :

3 sc, 2 hdc dec, 1 hdc, 2 hdc dec, 3 sc (11)

Colour Change :

Switch to skin yarn.

Round 8 :

BLO 1 sc in every st around (11)

Round 9-10 :

1 sc in every st around (11)

Round 11 :

1 inc, 10 sc (12)

Round 12 :

1 sc in every st around (12)

Round 13 :

1 sc, 1 inc, 10 sc (13)

Round 14 :

1 sc in every st around (13)

Round 15 :

2 sc, 1 inv dec, 9 sc (12)

Round 16 :

1 sc in every st around (12)

Round 17 :

2 sc, 1 inv dec, 3 sc, 3 inc, 2 sc (14)

Round 18 :

2 sc, 1 inc, 3 sc, 3 inv dec, 2 sc (12)

Round 19 :

2 sc, 1 inc, 9 sc (13)

Round 20 :

1 sc in every st around (13)

Round 21 :

5 sc, 1 inc, 4 sc, 1 inc, 2 sc (15)

Round 22 :

5 sc, switch to white yarn, 10 sc (15)

Round 23-24 :

Using white yarn, 1 sc in every st around (15)

Info :

Finish off and stuff the leg with fiberfill.

— 5. Right Leg & Shoe Soles :

Round 1-24 :

Work exactly as the left leg, but do not cut the yarn after Round 24.

Shoe Soles :

Make 2 soles. Using black yarn, ch 7. R1: Start in 2nd ch: 1 inc, 4 sc, 5 sc in same st, 4 sc, 1 inc (17). R2: 1 sc, 1 inc, 4 sc, 5 inc, 4 sc, 1 inc, 1 sc (24).

Assembly :

slst the sole and the base of the shoe together using the FLO of Round 3 of the leg.

— 6. Body :

Round 25 :

On the right leg, 9 sc, ch 3. Join to the 2nd st of the left leg. 15 sc on left leg, 3 sc across chains, 15 sc on right leg, 3 sc across other side of chains (36)

Round 26 :

1 sc in every st around (36)

Round 27 :

7 sc, 1 inv dec, 16 sc, 1 inv dec, 9 sc (34)

Round 28 :

1 sc in every st around (34)

Colour Change :

Switch to grey yarn.

Round 29 :

1 sc in every st around (34)

Round 30 :

BLO 6 sc, 1 inv dec, 15 sc, 1 inv dec, 9 sc (32)

Colour Change :

Switch to red yarn.

Round 31 :

1 sc in every st around (32)

Colour Change :

Switch to grey yarn.

Round 32 :

1 sc in every st around (32)

Round 33 :

6 sc, 1 inv dec, 14 sc, 1 inv dec, 8 sc (30)

Round 34-35 :

1 sc in every st around (30)

Round 36 :

6 sc, 1 inv dec, 13 sc, 1 inv dec, 7 sc (28)

Round 37 :

1 sc in every st around (28)

Round 38 :

6 sc, 1 inv dec, 11 sc, 1 inv dec, 7 sc (26)

Round 39 :

5 sc, 1 inv dec, 11 sc, 1 inv dec, 6 sc (24)

Round 40 :

5 sc on body, join left arm: start at 2nd st of arm and 7 sc, skip 1 st on arm, skip 1 st on body. 11 sc on body, join right arm: start at 6th st of arm and 7 sc, skip 1 st on arm, skip 1 st on body, 6 sc on body (36)

Round 41 :

2 sc, 1 inv dec, (4 sc, 1 inv dec) twice, 1 sc, switch to white yarn 2 sc, switch to grey yarn 1 sc, 1 inv dec, (4 sc, 1 inv dec) twice, 2 sc (30)

Round 42 :

Using grey yarn 13 sc, switch to white yarn 4 sc, switch to grey yarn 13 sc (30)

Round 43 :

Using grey yarn (3 sc, 1 inv dec) twice, 2 sc. Switch to white yarn 1 sc, 1 inv dec, 3 sc. Switch to grey yarn 1 inv dec, (3 sc, 1 inv dec) twice (24)

Round 44 :

Using white yarn (2 sc, 1 inv dec) repeat 6 times (18)

Round 45 :

Using white yarn (1 sc, 1 inv dec) repeat 6 times (12)

Round 46 :

Switch to skin yarn, BLO (4 sc, 1 inv dec) repeat 2 times (10)

Round 47-48 :

1 sc in every st around (10)

— 7. Head :

Round 49 :

FLO 10 inc (20)

Round 50 :

(1 sc, 1 inc) repeat 10 times (30)

Round 51 :

2 sc, 1 inc, (4 sc, 1 inc) repeat 5 times, 2 sc (36)

Round 52 :

(5 sc, 1 inc) repeat 6 times (42)

Round 53 :

3 sc, 1 inc, (6 sc, 1 inc) repeat 5 times, 3 sc (48)

Round 54 :

(7 sc, 1 inc) repeat 6 times (54)

Round 55-65 :

1 sc in every st around (54)

Round 66 :

(7 sc, 1 inv dec) repeat 6 times (48)

Round 67 :

3 sc, 1 inv dec, (6 sc, 1 inv dec) repeat 5 times, 3 sc (42)

Round 68 :

(5 sc, 1 inv dec) repeat 6 times (36)

Round 69 :

2 sc, 1 inv dec, (4 sc, 1 inv dec) repeat 5 times, 2 sc (30)

Round 70 :

(3 sc, 1 inv dec) repeat 6 times (24)

Round 71 :

1 sc, 1 inv dec, (2 sc, 1 inv dec) repeat 5 times, 1 sc (18)

Round 72 :

(1 sc, 1 inv dec) repeat 6 times (12)

Round 73 :

6 inv dec (6)

Info :

Stuff the head firmly, finish off, and pull the yarn tail through the front loops to close.

— 8. Trousers :

Round 1-2 :

Using dark grey yarn, start in front loop of Round 30 on the back of the body. 1 sc in every st around (34)

Round 3 :

9 sc, 1 inc, 16 sc, 1 inc, 7 sc (36)

Round 4 :

1 sc in every st around (36)

Round 5 :

10 sc, 1 inc, 16 sc, 1 inc, 8 sc (38)

Round 6 :

1 sc in every st around (38)

Round 7 :

11 sc, 1 inc, 18 sc, 1 inc, 7 sc (40)

Left Leg R8 :

9 sc, 1 inc, 9 sc (20)

Left Leg R9-11 :

1 sc in every st around (20)

Left Leg R12 :

15 sc, 1 inv dec, 3 sc (19)

Left Leg R13 :

1 sc, 1 inv dec, 2 sc, 4 inc, 2 sc, 1 inv dec, 6 sc (21)

Left Leg R14 :

4 sc, 4 inv dec, 9 sc (17)

Left Leg R15-17 :

1 sc in every st around (17)

Left Leg R18 :

13 sc, 1 inc, 3 sc (18)

Left Leg R19-20 :

1 sc in every st around (18)

Left Leg R21 :

13 sc, 1 inc, 4 sc (19)

Left Leg R22-24 :

1 sc in every st around (19)

Left Leg R25 :

4 dc, 1 hdc, 4 sc, 1 hdc, 9 dc (19)

Right Leg :

Repeat steps for Rounds 8-25 for the right leg, starting at the 3rd st of Round 7.

— 9. Gryffindor Robe :

Row 1 :

Using black yarn, ch 35. Starting in 3rd ch from hook, 33 hdc, turn (33)

Row 2 :

ch 5, starting on 33rd st of Row 1: (1 hdc inc, 15 hdc) twice, 1 hdc inc, turn (36)

Row 3 :

ch 2, 1 hdc inc, 31 hdc, switch to yellow 1 hdc, switch to red 1 hdc, switch to black 1 hdc, 1 hdc inc, turn (38)

Row 4 :

ch 1, 1 inc, 1 sc, switch to yellow 1 sc, switch to red 1 sc, switch to black 2 sc, ch 6, skip 8 sts, 10 sc, ch 6, skip 8 sts, 5 sc, 1 inc, turn (24)

Row 5 :

ch 2, 7 hdc, 6 hdc in chains, 10 hdc, 6 hdc in chains, 7 hdc, turn (36)

Row 6 :

ch 2, 1 hdc inc, 34 hdc, 1 hdc inc, turn (38)

Row 7 :

ch 2, 1 hdc in every st around, turn (38)

Row 8 :

ch 2, 1 hdc inc, 36 hdc, 1 hdc inc, turn (40)

Row 9 :

ch 2, 1 hdc in every st around, turn (40)

Row 10 :

ch 2, 1 hdc inc, 38 hdc, 1 hdc inc, turn (42)

Row 11-20 :

Continue increasing hdc at each end of even rows until Row 20 (52)

Row 21 :

ch 1, 4 sc, 4 hdc, 4 dc, 28 tr, 4 dc, 4 hdc, 4 sc, turn (52)

Row 22 :

ch 1, 1 inc, 4 sc, 4 hdc, 3 dc, 1 dc inc, 6 dc, 1 dc inc, 12 dc, 1 dc inc, 6 dc, 1 dc inc, 3 dc, 4 hdc, 4 sc, 1 inc (58)

Sleeves R1 :

Using black yarn at the sleeve corner: ch 2, 18 hdc, slst (18)

Sleeves R2-10 :

Continue Rounds of hdc and shaping to reach 24 sts at R10, then slst to finish.

— 10. Scarf :

Round 1 :

Using red yarn, ch 6. Starting in 3rd ch: 4 hdc, turn (4)

Round 2 :

ch 2, 4 hdc, turn (4)

Round 3-4 :

Switch to yellow yarn, ch 2, 4 hdc, turn (4)

Round 5-6 :

Switch to red yarn, ch 2, 4 hdc, turn (4)

Info :

Repeat the stripe pattern until you have 50 rounds total (25 stripes).

— 11. Hairpiece Base :

Round 1 :

Using black yarn, 7 sc into a mr (7)

Round 2 :

BLO 7 inc (14)

Round 3 :

(1 sc, 1 inc) repeat 7 times (21)

Round 4 :

1 sc, 1 inc, (2 sc, 1 inc) repeat 6 times, 1 sc (28)

— 12. Hair Strands Round 1 :

Strand 1 :

ch 22, start in 3rd ch: 20 hdc, slst to st 28 of R4 (20)

Strands 2-16 :

ch 22, start in 3rd ch: 20 hdc, slst to next st of R4 (20)

Strand 17 :

ch 16, start in 3rd ch: 14 hdc, slst to st 12 of R4 (14)

Strand 18 :

ch 17, start in 2nd ch: 16 sc, slst to st 11 of R4 (16)

Strand 19 :

ch 14, start in 2nd ch: 13 sc, slst to st 10 of R4 (13)

Strands 20-26 :

ch 12, start in 2nd ch: 11 sc, slst to next st of R4 (11)

Strand 27 :

ch 17, start in 2nd ch: 16 sc, slst to st 2 of R4 (16)

Strand 28 :

ch 16, start in 3rd ch: 14 hdc, slst to st 1 of R4 (14)

— 13. Hair Strands Round 2 :

Info :

Using black yarn, start in FLO of Round 2 at the 7th stitch.

Strands 1-8 :

ch 24, start in 3rd ch: 22 hdc. Work 2 strands per stitch.

Strands 9-11 :

ch 14, start in 2nd ch: 13 sc. Work 2 strands per stitch.

Strand 12 :

ch 18, start in 2nd ch: 17 sc, slst in next st.

Strands 13-14 :

ch 6, start in 2nd ch: 5 sc. slst into the 7th st of Round 2.

— 14. Hedwig - Head & Body :

Head R1-13 :

Using white yarn, work Rounds 1-10 to reach 12 sts, then BLO for R11, and sc around for R12-13. Push the last rounds into the head.

Body R1-10 :

Using white yarn, work Rounds 1-10 starting with 6 sc in mr, increasing to 18, then decreasing back to 8 sts.

— 15. Hedwig - Wings, Claws & Tail :

Wings R1-5 :

Start with 6 sc in mr, inc to 9, flatten and work across both sides with hdc, dc, and tr to create feathers.

Claws :

Using black embroidery thread, ch 5 and work sc and slst into chains to create small claw shapes.

Tail R1-2 :

Using white yarn, ch 5, work sc across, then ch 3 and slst to create feather tips.

Assembly Instructions

Begin by marking the eye positions on the face and using skin-colored yarn to pull indentations tight before gluing the 8 mm half-beads in place.
Embroider the white eye details, black eye lines, eyebrows, and the iconic lightning bolt scar on the right forehead.
Sew the ears between Rounds 56 and 58, ensuring they are spaced 5 stitches away from the eyes on each side.
Carefully pin the hair strands from Round 1 and Round 2 onto the head, following the placement guide, then glue them down one by one.
Create the round glasses by wrapping 1 mm wire around a spool, bending the bridge and arms to fit Harry's face securely.
Assemble Hedwig by attaching the head to the body using a movable joint technique with white yarn, then sew on the wings, tail, and claws.
Dress Harry in his trousers, robe, and scarf, then use a small black bead to secure the front of the robe.

Important Notes

💡Always use a stitch marker to keep track of your rounds, as most of this pattern is worked in a continuous spiral.
💡Maintain a very tight tension throughout the project to prevent the stuffing from showing through the stitches.
💡The invisible decrease technique is essential for a smooth, professional-looking finish on the face and body.
💡When changing colors, use the half-color change method to ensure the transitions between yarn shades are clean and sharp.
💡Stuff the doll very firmly as you go, especially the neck and legs, to ensure it can stand upright and hold its shape.

I hope you enjoyed every single stitch of this wizarding journey! There is nothing quite like the feeling of finishing a complex amigurumi project and seeing all those separate pieces finally come together into a character with so much personality. Whether he is destined for a collector's shelf or to be a new best friend for a little fan, your handmade Harry and Hedwig are sure to be cherished. Don't forget to give Hedwig a little squeeze from me! I can't wait to see the magic you've created with your own two hands. Happy crafting! 🧶🧵✨

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