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Harry Potter: Knitting Magic: The Official Guide to Creating Original Knits Inspired By the Harry Potter Films
28 patrones oficiales inspirados en las películas de Harry Potter desde réplicas exactas de vestuario que aparece en las películas a preciosas criaturas y piezas para decorar tu hogar, este libro de patrones oficiales traslada la magia del mundo mágico a tus agujas. En los 28 patrones de punto mágico encontrarás proyectos para todos los niveles de habilidad: jerséis, calcetines, bufandas, Mantas y mucho más, inspirados o sacados directamente de las películas de Harry Potter. Mantén tus manos calentitas con los mitones expecto patronum! Teje tu propio hedwig. Hazte una bufanda de Hogwarts, exactamente igual que las de las películas, con los colores de tu casa favorita. Salpicado de anécdotas y curiosidades de los rodajes, este libro también contiene fotografías de las películas, bocetos y diseños conceptual es originales que te permitirán profundizar en el mundo mágico y dar rienda suelta a tu creatividad. Así que invoca un par de agujas, conjura una madeja de lana y jura solemnemente que vas a portarte mal. ¡Ha llegado el momento de hacer punto mágico!
192 pages, Hardcover
First published January 28, 2020
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September 11, 2019Gosh, I need this.
I need the pattern for that shawl on the cover, it's bloomin' stunning.
I need the pattern for that shawl on the cover, it's bloomin' stunning.
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January 28, 2020I can't review each pattern in this book because I have yet to make any. I am mostly comparing this knitting book to another Harry Potter knitting book I have and don't like very much. There are 19 patterns in this book I would make or consider making.
The Pixies - I could make this one day, but who knows
Fluffy - Looks complicated, but might be easier to make then it seems
Hedwig - Would look so nice up on a book shelf! Perfect for future home library!
Weasley sweater - Will try out this pattern in the future
House Scarves - Need to remake my Ravenclaw scarf anyway and I'd like to see how this pattern is
House Cardigan - Will try to use pattern to create a pull over instead, but might one day make cardigan
Wizarding World Sweater - Will have to make a more simple top down yoked sweater before attempting
Mirror of Erised Cowl - Heck yeah! Will make
Golden Snitch Socks and Mittens - Mittens are 100% gonna make, but I might try the socks
Dueling Club mitts - Will make once I can be sure I will wear them (maybe over a black sweater)
Quidditch Socks - Will probably try because quidditch
Owl Post Pullover - This one is really cool and a different style of construction
Expecto Patronum Mittens - We'll see
Buckbeak Pullover - Would modify the sleeves to be bishop sleeves
Beaubatons Capelet - Super Duper want to make
Time-Turner Sweater - Might be the sweater to make before the Wizarding World one
Deathly Hallows Shawl - Would look great in any color
Sorting Hat Hanging Display - 10000% will make (it would look so nice in the living room or future home library)
Order of the Phoenix Blanket - Might consider one day
The rest of the patterns are not to my taste or style.
For the most part everything seems fairly easy to understand and patterns are made in a way that doesn't seem overly complicated. The only ones that seem complicated are Fluffy and the Wizarding World sweater, but only a few parts are confusing and I was able to understand what was supposed to be happening with the patterns.
I personally would've liked a few more costume replicas. There are so many wonderful hand knits for these movies and I think an extra sweater and the pullover or vest option for the uniform sweater would've been nice.
The Pixies - I could make this one day, but who knows
Fluffy - Looks complicated, but might be easier to make then it seems
Hedwig - Would look so nice up on a book shelf! Perfect for future home library!
Weasley sweater - Will try out this pattern in the future
House Scarves - Need to remake my Ravenclaw scarf anyway and I'd like to see how this pattern is
House Cardigan - Will try to use pattern to create a pull over instead, but might one day make cardigan
Wizarding World Sweater - Will have to make a more simple top down yoked sweater before attempting
Mirror of Erised Cowl - Heck yeah! Will make
Golden Snitch Socks and Mittens - Mittens are 100% gonna make, but I might try the socks
Dueling Club mitts - Will make once I can be sure I will wear them (maybe over a black sweater)
Quidditch Socks - Will probably try because quidditch
Owl Post Pullover - This one is really cool and a different style of construction
Expecto Patronum Mittens - We'll see
Buckbeak Pullover - Would modify the sleeves to be bishop sleeves
Beaubatons Capelet - Super Duper want to make
Time-Turner Sweater - Might be the sweater to make before the Wizarding World one
Deathly Hallows Shawl - Would look great in any color
Sorting Hat Hanging Display - 10000% will make (it would look so nice in the living room or future home library)
Order of the Phoenix Blanket - Might consider one day
The rest of the patterns are not to my taste or style.
For the most part everything seems fairly easy to understand and patterns are made in a way that doesn't seem overly complicated. The only ones that seem complicated are Fluffy and the Wizarding World sweater, but only a few parts are confusing and I was able to understand what was supposed to be happening with the patterns.
I personally would've liked a few more costume replicas. There are so many wonderful hand knits for these movies and I think an extra sweater and the pullover or vest option for the uniform sweater would've been nice.
March 10, 2024
What a jewel of a book! You don’t even have to be a knitter to adore leafing through Tanis Gray’s book of Hogwarts-themed projects. They’re visually gorgeous! While this book isn’t, for the most part, for beginners, there are some House scarves within a newbie’s reach. (That’s where I’m at, sadly.) Even though most of the projects were too advanced for me, I don’t regret reading this book one bit; I wouldn’t have wanted to miss out seeing the three-headed Cerberus dog named Fluffy, the glorious Hedwig, the Weasley sweaters, and especially Professor Umbridge’s Cat Scarf. The baby crib mobile of the four Hogwarts Houses and the sorting hat might be an acquired taste, but I, for one, would have loved it for my own babies long ago.
March 8, 2020
Got this book from the library because I am in search of a House Scarf pattern for my kid who has decided that she belongs in Hufflepuff and needs a scarf for her Halloween costume. There is a nice scarf pattern here but most of these projects are for experts. I think that there are maybe 2 or 3 projects marked for beginners.
December 29, 2025
Ja, ook al een aantal dingen gemaakt! De sjaal met het Duistere Teken is goed gelukt, al zeg ik het zelf.
March 8, 2020
This review does not contain spoilers. I do provide names for some of the patterns, but there aren’t charts or stitch designs described in detail. Considering a good knitting pattern will set you back about $7-$10, this collection is worth its cost for the color work projects alone. With so many “Potteresque” themed patterns being too novelty for me (and there are some toys in this book that are a little too much work), many of these patterns are beautifully designed, and more subtle fandom than for the cosplay crowd. Some similar patterns are easily found on Ravelry in older iterations by other designers (another Hogwarts scarf?) but there are enough really fresh and interesting pieces that are worth having and would set you apart from other HP fans. The Order Of The Phoenix lace knit throw is a stunner, as well as the Deathly Hallows beaded shawl, Expecto Patronum! Mittens, Mirror Of Erised cabled cowl, and Hedwig, the only toy I’d make from this collection. This is an official pattern book, and also includes some “Behind the Magic” context for each pattern. There are a few reviewers who’ve mentioned design complexity, but I feel a collection of patterns with this type of theme does have to encompass projects for all levels. There are more than a few that are beginner (just in the round stripes), advanced beginner (socks and cowls), and more advanced (lace, color work and garments). I didn’t give five stars because I felt the Cornish Pixie wasn’t designed well, not having a trio of Mandrakes was a missed opportunity, as well as other tertiary characters not being represented, and, there were more than a few patterns taking up space that already exist. But, there may be a second book in the future! Definitely a must have if you love HP, or have people in you life who do, who are worth your knot time and effort!
January 29, 2020
I gave this two stars instead of one because there is a pattern I'm interested in knitting. I am so disappointed with this book. I was expecting "official" patterns from the movies with a couple of fan items for good measure, because that's what the title eludes to, but that's not what this is. Not even close. There are a couple of things that might qualify (re-print / re-design of Ron Weasley's "R" Christmas Sweater), but are in no way "official". If you'd like to knit Harry Potter stuff find a copy of "Charmed Knits", by Alison Hansel, it's closer to the films, offers alternate Ravenclaw House Colors (Book Bronze or Movie Silver/Grey), and has projects that are recognizable, fairly straight forward, and far more "film accurate". These projects just aren't. You can knit a Pixie, an overly fussy and complicated Hedwig, a revamp of Storm Moon Knits "Dark Mark" scarf, now with words, and sweaters. Sweaters, sweaters, sweaters ("jumpers"), none of which was a costume piece from the film (only one of which is actually from the films). Not even the house's cardigan is close to accurate save the color accent to denote the student's House on sleeve, neck and waist bands. Not to mention the cover is filthy and damaged. Just a bummer all the way around. My knitting needles are sad now.🦁🐍🦅🦝🦉🕷🐾
April 2, 2020
Treated myself to this to keep me busy during the lockdown days/weeks/months- who knows how long!
There’s some beautiful patterns in this book. Plenty of scarves and sweaters which suits me! I’m going to start with the ⚡️patterns, and work my way up to ⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️projects.
There’s some beautiful patterns in this book. Plenty of scarves and sweaters which suits me! I’m going to start with the ⚡️patterns, and work my way up to ⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️projects.
January 31, 2022
A great one!
A fun combination of actual garments from the movies and inspired by items. Beautiful stuff! That's all I have to say, but Amazon requires a minimum of words, so... Annoying.
A fun combination of actual garments from the movies and inspired by items. Beautiful stuff! That's all I have to say, but Amazon requires a minimum of words, so... Annoying.
August 1, 2020
Fina mönster, men kanske bara 4-5 stycken som jag kan tänka mig att sticka själv.
Mönstren kan vara lite svåra att förstår ibland, och då är jag en erfaren stickare.
Mönstren kan vara lite svåra att förstår ibland, och då är jag en erfaren stickare.
March 26, 2022
Very mixed bag, as you would expect, from useful to dust-catcher, easy to more challenging, children to adult. I have several new projects in queue.
Finished the Sorting Hat Hanging Display and am super happy with the result. It's geeky and cute. Instructions had one minor error that was easily catchable.
Finished the Sorting Hat Hanging Display and am super happy with the result. It's geeky and cute. Instructions had one minor error that was easily catchable.
September 1, 2020
Fantastic read! Can’t wait to start knitting!!
December 28, 2021
I can’t even knit, but this book made me want to.
I would pay 💰 for the “wizarding world” sweater and the wizarding transportation scarf!! 🐈⬛👓⚡️
I would pay 💰 for the “wizarding world” sweater and the wizarding transportation scarf!! 🐈⬛👓⚡️
November 13, 2020
Beautifully designed book. There are quite a few intricate designs included, but most of those with 1 to 3 stars could be attempted by people who have basic skills. There are a few patterns based on items in the films, versions of some of these are also in the earlier, unofficial knitting book, such as the Weasley sweater with the initial on and Hermione’s grey cardigan (done both of these and fairly easy knits). Many of the other patterns are inspired by the books and films. Some are great, washcloths, gloves, beanie. Others I cannot imagine anyone wearing, such as Prof Umbridge’s cat scarf.
My main quibble with the book is the yarn used. Most is from the USA which makes it either incredibly expensive or hard to find. Some are easier to find substitutes for than others. Hence the loss of a star.
My main quibble with the book is the yarn used. Most is from the USA which makes it either incredibly expensive or hard to find. Some are easier to find substitutes for than others. Hence the loss of a star.
March 6, 2021
Starting second project from this book today. Love it.
February 14, 2020
Wow. There are some fantastic patterns in this book. However, many of them are far too complicated for my knitting level.
May 9, 2022
Craft and recipe books inspired by/based on movies or TV shows can be hit or miss. This one is a pretty solid hit, though, at least for me. While there could have been more patterns specifically from the movies, there are some iconic classics and I really like the "inspired" patterns that are included. And honestly, the inspired patterns can be more fun - subtle geekery (like the Golden Snitch stranding pattern, for example) and things that are harder for me to design or reverse-engineer myself. Plus, there are lots of movie design sketches, photos from the movies, "Behind the Magic" tidbits and trivia, and other fun such extras.
I liked the division of the patterns. There are 4 main sections to the book:
Crafty Creatures (stuffed animals from the movies - I particularly like Hedwig, though Fluffy is pretty cute too - surprised there's no Dobby, though);
Wizarding Wardrobe (patterns for items actually seen in the movies - the Weaseley sweaters, house scarves, etc);
Inspired Apparel (my favorite section, and the biggest - clothing using motifs and themes from characters or sets); and
Delightful Decor (home items with HP themes).
There are beginners patterns in the book, but not many. It's really more of an intermediate and up sort of pattern book. While there's a range of types of patterns (toys and household through shawls, sweaters, and winter accessories), and a range of sizes (the Weasely sweaters run from XS to 6XL, for example), there really aren't any kid-specific knits, if you have younger HP fans in mind.
I haven't made any of the patterns yet, so can't speak to accuracy and coherency. Things seem complete at a cursory look, though, and patterns have both charted and written directions.
Now would I make any of the patterns? Definitely. My favorites:
Dark Mark Illusion Scarf (have a slightly sinister-minded friend who'd love it!)
Time Turner Sweater (LOVE it!!)
Deathly Hallows Shawl (am such a sucker for a good lace pattern)
Order of the Phoenix blanket (again, sucker for a good lace pattern)
Golden Snitch Socks & Mittens (though, based on what I wear, I'll adapt them as fingerless mitts)
I like all the charts for the Wizarding World Sweater and Wizarding Transportation Scarf too, whether or not I make them in the patterns as they are.
Overall, a really good HP fandom collection of patterns. I liked that it's not all things directly from the movies - a quick Ravelry search can turn up so many of those - and that a lot are more subtle fandom touches. So, things that I can wear regularly without being too "cosplay fashion-esque."
I liked the division of the patterns. There are 4 main sections to the book:
Crafty Creatures (stuffed animals from the movies - I particularly like Hedwig, though Fluffy is pretty cute too - surprised there's no Dobby, though);
Wizarding Wardrobe (patterns for items actually seen in the movies - the Weaseley sweaters, house scarves, etc);
Inspired Apparel (my favorite section, and the biggest - clothing using motifs and themes from characters or sets); and
Delightful Decor (home items with HP themes).
There are beginners patterns in the book, but not many. It's really more of an intermediate and up sort of pattern book. While there's a range of types of patterns (toys and household through shawls, sweaters, and winter accessories), and a range of sizes (the Weasely sweaters run from XS to 6XL, for example), there really aren't any kid-specific knits, if you have younger HP fans in mind.
I haven't made any of the patterns yet, so can't speak to accuracy and coherency. Things seem complete at a cursory look, though, and patterns have both charted and written directions.
Now would I make any of the patterns? Definitely. My favorites:
Dark Mark Illusion Scarf (have a slightly sinister-minded friend who'd love it!)
Time Turner Sweater (LOVE it!!)
Deathly Hallows Shawl (am such a sucker for a good lace pattern)
Order of the Phoenix blanket (again, sucker for a good lace pattern)
Golden Snitch Socks & Mittens (though, based on what I wear, I'll adapt them as fingerless mitts)
I like all the charts for the Wizarding World Sweater and Wizarding Transportation Scarf too, whether or not I make them in the patterns as they are.
Overall, a really good HP fandom collection of patterns. I liked that it's not all things directly from the movies - a quick Ravelry search can turn up so many of those - and that a lot are more subtle fandom touches. So, things that I can wear regularly without being too "cosplay fashion-esque."
February 24, 2020
Love that the clothing patterns go from xs to 6xl
October 2, 2025
Harry Potter: Knitting Magic - Tanis Gray
Crafty creatures
1. Cornish Pixie - Although I personally don’t think this looks anything like the one in Harry Potter, I do think it looks cool and I would definitely have a go at making him. I love the shade of blue used in the pattern 🩵 I would also possibly make other colours too.
2. Fluffy The Three Headed Dog - This looks cute enough to pet. lol Wish my Mum was still here, I’d make this for her she loved dogs and a three headed one would make her laugh. 🐶
3. Hedwig - Honestly, Hedwig is the reason I wanted this book! 🦉 🤍 He is beautiful. I definitely need to make one of these. He’s made using DPN’s which I have yet to learn to use, but this is worth learning!
Wizarding Wardrobe
1. Mrs Weasley’s Home-Knit Christmas Sweater - I’m sure this pattern will appeal to many, but not to me. I haven’t made a sweater and this pattern doesn’t make me think ‘oh I need to cast it on and see how it goes’ Personally I think the design looks boring and it’s not for me.
2. Hogwarts House Scarf - Firstly, I have seen many variations of House Scarves. Secondly, the only reason I would make a ‘Harry Potter’ style scarf would be because of the colours and not because of the houses they represent and Thirdly, there is no call for making a striped scarf in the round 🙄 This pattern has the charts for Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Slytherin & Ravenclaw and could easily be altered to work flat. I love the colours of the Slytherin & Ravenclaw and would make both. 👍🏻
3. Hogwarts House Cardigan - I personally think this is an ugly pattern too school uniform looking, yuk. Someone will want it I’m sure, but it’s a no from me. lol
4. Professor Umbridges Cat Scarf - It’s cute. This reminds me a bit of some of the fox scarves I have seen, cute! I’d make this! If my Mother-In-Law was still here, I’d make her an Orange Tom-Cat one (To represent Neil 🐈) I don’t think she would have necessarily worn it but hung it around something to display it. 🧡
Inspired Apparel
1. Harry Potter “Wizarding World” Sweater - Umm no, I don’t like this design. It’s too busy for my taste, but I love the shade of blue and I will keep the motif charts for future use on other projects.
2. Mirror of Erised Cabled Cowl - interesting design, looks nice but not my colour.
3. Golden Snitch socks and Mittens - Again, I love the blue used here! I haven’t made socks or full mittens yet, but I actually wouldn’t mind making these and wearing them of course! I really like the look of them together as a set, they look cosy.
4. Wizarding Transportation Scarf - Nope. I just don’t like it, not the best design. lol
5. Hogwarts dueling Club Fingerless Mitts - More blue! 💎 I love these! I need to make some of these…That blue is lovely and the Lunar Phase is equally charming. I want some. 🌙 🌕
6. “Show Your House Colours” Quidditch socks - I haven’t made or even attempted to make socks yet, but I think these look cool.
7. Owl Post Pullover - The words Yolk & Cable together scare me. lol but apart from that I don’t particularly like this design either. Even though it has lots of detail it looks boring at the same time. 🤷♀️
8. Expecto Patronium! Mittens - These look extra! I’ve seen lots of similar style mittens with different patterns and they always grab my attention. These are so pretty and worth putting in the effort. I need to get my arse in gear and get more confident with colour work. I need to say, I absolutely love the Stag! 🦌 ❤️
9. Buckbeak Pullover - This looks cute, I’d wear it…If someone made it for me. lol this is beyond my skill level right now, but it is very nice.
10. Beauxbatons Academy of Magic Caplet - Love the colour (more blue!) but realistically who in this day & age would wear it? And what occasion would you wear it for? A wedding or something maybe.
11. The Chamber Of Secrets Beanie - Nope, again I don’t like it. Maybe the beanie would look better without the “snakes” that don’t actually look like snakes. Lol
12. Hermiome’s Time-Turner Sweater - Not for me, another sweater pattern that doesn’t fit my style.
13. Dark Mark Illusions Scarf - While it takes a lot of effort to make this the illusion can only be seen from certain angles so I personally don’t see the point to it. Looks great for photo purposes only!
14. Nagini Lariat - 😍 Now this is awesome! I love the look of it, seems like a simple process to make and I love the idea of adding beads to the work which is something I’ve been thinking about a lot recently. This could be my first project for incorporating beads into my project. This reminds me of a combination of my dad’s bootlace tie & my mum’s brooch from back in the day. Would make a lovely memorial piece in both their memories and something I’d cherish. 🥰
15. Luna Lovegood’s Spectrespecs Gloves - I really like the look of these and the fact the colours are different on both gloves makes them unique but matches the specs, cool 😎 🤓
16. The Deathly Hallows Lace-Knit Beaded Shawl - A very pretty Lace shawl. This would be perfect for any occasion and definitely worth the effort for the finished look. ✨
Delightful Decor
1. Hogwarts House Mug Cozies - I’d make one of these just to say I’d made it. lol I don’t know how practical it would be, in my experience mug cosies are not safe. 😳 I’ve made lots of different types of food cosies and I may just make one of these in Slytherin & Ravenclaw colours but maybe use it as a cosy for something else after taking a photo of it on a cup. lol
2. The Sorting Hat Hanging Display - Individual designs: The Sorting Hat, The Gryffindor Lion, Hufflepuff Badger, Ravenclaw Eagle, Slytherin Snake. I’d make them all and display them on a shelf and not as a mobile as instructed in the pattern. The Hufflepuff Badger is so cute. 🦡
3. The Seven Worcruxes Washcloths - Individual designs: Nagini, Locket, Diary, Ring, Harry, Cup, Diadum. None of these appeal to me to be honest, the designs are a bit flat.
4. Order Of The Phoenix Lace-Knit Throw Blanket - A circular blanket which is different to the standard shape, I really like it but I personally would probably knit it in a different colour or multiple colours. 🐦🔥
I would class myself as an intermediate beginner and there are 13 patterns out of 28 I would definitely consider trying, some I need to make as a matter of neeeeeed. lol I wouldn’t recommend this book to beginners as some of the instructions are aimed more for advanced and or expert knitters. The patterns are interesting to look through and beautifully illustrated. I enjoyed reading this book more than the “Knitting With Disney” one (also by Tanis Gray) That book was a letdown and I was disappointed with it to say the least. This book was way better and I’m not even a Harry Potter fan! Great use of blue throughout the pattern work though, it’s my favourite colour so that’s a bonus. lmfao 🤣
Crafty creatures
1. Cornish Pixie - Although I personally don’t think this looks anything like the one in Harry Potter, I do think it looks cool and I would definitely have a go at making him. I love the shade of blue used in the pattern 🩵 I would also possibly make other colours too.
2. Fluffy The Three Headed Dog - This looks cute enough to pet. lol Wish my Mum was still here, I’d make this for her she loved dogs and a three headed one would make her laugh. 🐶
3. Hedwig - Honestly, Hedwig is the reason I wanted this book! 🦉 🤍 He is beautiful. I definitely need to make one of these. He’s made using DPN’s which I have yet to learn to use, but this is worth learning!
Wizarding Wardrobe
1. Mrs Weasley’s Home-Knit Christmas Sweater - I’m sure this pattern will appeal to many, but not to me. I haven’t made a sweater and this pattern doesn’t make me think ‘oh I need to cast it on and see how it goes’ Personally I think the design looks boring and it’s not for me.
2. Hogwarts House Scarf - Firstly, I have seen many variations of House Scarves. Secondly, the only reason I would make a ‘Harry Potter’ style scarf would be because of the colours and not because of the houses they represent and Thirdly, there is no call for making a striped scarf in the round 🙄 This pattern has the charts for Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Slytherin & Ravenclaw and could easily be altered to work flat. I love the colours of the Slytherin & Ravenclaw and would make both. 👍🏻
3. Hogwarts House Cardigan - I personally think this is an ugly pattern too school uniform looking, yuk. Someone will want it I’m sure, but it’s a no from me. lol
4. Professor Umbridges Cat Scarf - It’s cute. This reminds me a bit of some of the fox scarves I have seen, cute! I’d make this! If my Mother-In-Law was still here, I’d make her an Orange Tom-Cat one (To represent Neil 🐈) I don’t think she would have necessarily worn it but hung it around something to display it. 🧡
Inspired Apparel
1. Harry Potter “Wizarding World” Sweater - Umm no, I don’t like this design. It’s too busy for my taste, but I love the shade of blue and I will keep the motif charts for future use on other projects.
2. Mirror of Erised Cabled Cowl - interesting design, looks nice but not my colour.
3. Golden Snitch socks and Mittens - Again, I love the blue used here! I haven’t made socks or full mittens yet, but I actually wouldn’t mind making these and wearing them of course! I really like the look of them together as a set, they look cosy.
4. Wizarding Transportation Scarf - Nope. I just don’t like it, not the best design. lol
5. Hogwarts dueling Club Fingerless Mitts - More blue! 💎 I love these! I need to make some of these…That blue is lovely and the Lunar Phase is equally charming. I want some. 🌙 🌕
6. “Show Your House Colours” Quidditch socks - I haven’t made or even attempted to make socks yet, but I think these look cool.
7. Owl Post Pullover - The words Yolk & Cable together scare me. lol but apart from that I don’t particularly like this design either. Even though it has lots of detail it looks boring at the same time. 🤷♀️
8. Expecto Patronium! Mittens - These look extra! I’ve seen lots of similar style mittens with different patterns and they always grab my attention. These are so pretty and worth putting in the effort. I need to get my arse in gear and get more confident with colour work. I need to say, I absolutely love the Stag! 🦌 ❤️
9. Buckbeak Pullover - This looks cute, I’d wear it…If someone made it for me. lol this is beyond my skill level right now, but it is very nice.
10. Beauxbatons Academy of Magic Caplet - Love the colour (more blue!) but realistically who in this day & age would wear it? And what occasion would you wear it for? A wedding or something maybe.
11. The Chamber Of Secrets Beanie - Nope, again I don’t like it. Maybe the beanie would look better without the “snakes” that don’t actually look like snakes. Lol
12. Hermiome’s Time-Turner Sweater - Not for me, another sweater pattern that doesn’t fit my style.
13. Dark Mark Illusions Scarf - While it takes a lot of effort to make this the illusion can only be seen from certain angles so I personally don’t see the point to it. Looks great for photo purposes only!
14. Nagini Lariat - 😍 Now this is awesome! I love the look of it, seems like a simple process to make and I love the idea of adding beads to the work which is something I’ve been thinking about a lot recently. This could be my first project for incorporating beads into my project. This reminds me of a combination of my dad’s bootlace tie & my mum’s brooch from back in the day. Would make a lovely memorial piece in both their memories and something I’d cherish. 🥰
15. Luna Lovegood’s Spectrespecs Gloves - I really like the look of these and the fact the colours are different on both gloves makes them unique but matches the specs, cool 😎 🤓
16. The Deathly Hallows Lace-Knit Beaded Shawl - A very pretty Lace shawl. This would be perfect for any occasion and definitely worth the effort for the finished look. ✨
Delightful Decor
1. Hogwarts House Mug Cozies - I’d make one of these just to say I’d made it. lol I don’t know how practical it would be, in my experience mug cosies are not safe. 😳 I’ve made lots of different types of food cosies and I may just make one of these in Slytherin & Ravenclaw colours but maybe use it as a cosy for something else after taking a photo of it on a cup. lol
2. The Sorting Hat Hanging Display - Individual designs: The Sorting Hat, The Gryffindor Lion, Hufflepuff Badger, Ravenclaw Eagle, Slytherin Snake. I’d make them all and display them on a shelf and not as a mobile as instructed in the pattern. The Hufflepuff Badger is so cute. 🦡
3. The Seven Worcruxes Washcloths - Individual designs: Nagini, Locket, Diary, Ring, Harry, Cup, Diadum. None of these appeal to me to be honest, the designs are a bit flat.
4. Order Of The Phoenix Lace-Knit Throw Blanket - A circular blanket which is different to the standard shape, I really like it but I personally would probably knit it in a different colour or multiple colours. 🐦🔥
I would class myself as an intermediate beginner and there are 13 patterns out of 28 I would definitely consider trying, some I need to make as a matter of neeeeeed. lol I wouldn’t recommend this book to beginners as some of the instructions are aimed more for advanced and or expert knitters. The patterns are interesting to look through and beautifully illustrated. I enjoyed reading this book more than the “Knitting With Disney” one (also by Tanis Gray) That book was a letdown and I was disappointed with it to say the least. This book was way better and I’m not even a Harry Potter fan! Great use of blue throughout the pattern work though, it’s my favourite colour so that’s a bonus. lmfao 🤣
February 24, 2020
Not only does this book have lovely patterns, but each has an explanation about which movie it is based on and where you can see what it is based on in the movie with photos from the movie as well. The patterns are well written and there are instructions in the back of the book that explain some of the more difficult bits. This book is a must-have for Harry Potter loving knitters!
September 15, 2020
This contains several knitting patterns I'm interested in, so I grabbed it on sale. I was really happy with the quality and clarity of the patterns. (Though seriously, the letter is way too high on the Weasley sweater! IMHO.)
January 31, 2021
A great book full of awesome patterns for the Harry Potter knitter! A good selection of patterns for every skill level.
June 29, 2020
This book was so neat! Right off the bat you notice the sturdy hardcover and full color glossy pages. As you dive in, you see that there are so many different patterns to choose from, each with an introduction to tie it to the books and/or movies. The patterns are grouped by type, so you can quickly choose which sweater or which stuffed creature you'd like to make. (Or socks... scarves... accessories...) Every pattern is ranked into varying levels of difficulty to help you choose which ones to try, and have copious notes to guide you. The instructions are detailed and clear, and some patterns even give an assortment of personalization options. A bonus: there are sidebars throughout with extra info or quotes relating to the books and movies!
This is a beautiful book with plenty of photographs and clear pattern instructions. I am more of a crocheter than a knitter, and have a backlog of projects, so I am not attempting any of these creations. I still highly recommend to any Harry Potter knitters!
This is a beautiful book with plenty of photographs and clear pattern instructions. I am more of a crocheter than a knitter, and have a backlog of projects, so I am not attempting any of these creations. I still highly recommend to any Harry Potter knitters!
June 30, 2020
I'm not a huge Harry Potter fan but I've seen several (disappointing) Harry Potter-related craft books and thought I'd give this a try. It is WONDERFUL! The finished projects look professional but still very doable, many for intrepid beginners. The shaping in Hedwig, the colorwork in Luna Lovegood's Spectrespecs Gloves, the magic (sorry) in the Dark Mark Illusion Scarf is such perfection. Lots of different types of projects (necklace to socks, blanket to cup cozies) and a huge range of knitting technique (top-down, intarsia, Fair-Isle, duplicate stitch, cables, lace)—there's a ton here to keep you occupied for a long time. It was fun to read about behind-the-scenes movie stuff, too. The only criticism I have is that some of the charts are really teeny!
October 5, 2021
Nice patterns
I love all the patterns, and I hope to make all of them eventually. I think that most of them aren't beginner friendly, though, except maybe the scarf. The main problem for me is that when there's a pattern in the project, it tells you to refer to the chart. That's probably fine for most people. But I can't tell if I'm supposed to knit or purl when looking at the charts. It's probably easy for people who know what they're doing, though.
I view it as a challenge and learning experience, but I would've preferred both words along with the chart. Other than that, it seems easy enough to follow along. There is a reference at the end of the book to help, too. Overall, I really like this book.
I love all the patterns, and I hope to make all of them eventually. I think that most of them aren't beginner friendly, though, except maybe the scarf. The main problem for me is that when there's a pattern in the project, it tells you to refer to the chart. That's probably fine for most people. But I can't tell if I'm supposed to knit or purl when looking at the charts. It's probably easy for people who know what they're doing, though.
I view it as a challenge and learning experience, but I would've preferred both words along with the chart. Other than that, it seems easy enough to follow along. There is a reference at the end of the book to help, too. Overall, I really like this book.
July 4, 2022
Love all the patterns in the book so much! Especially the amigurumi. It's so hard to find knitting patterns for those, especially nice ones. The Owl is drop dead gorgeous.
Many of the sweaters xan easily be knitted and worn without looking like merch, which I love. And many other patterns are basic colour graphs so if you're not a huge fan can still get a lot of use out of this book. There are gloves and scarves and cowls. It's fantastic.
I can't wait to get to some of these when my skills improve. Everything looks so pretty and cozy.
Not to mention it's a steal if you imagine buying all of these patterns individually. Plus there's there's versatility of the colour graphs etc to make some very unique pieces for friends and family.
Many of the sweaters xan easily be knitted and worn without looking like merch, which I love. And many other patterns are basic colour graphs so if you're not a huge fan can still get a lot of use out of this book. There are gloves and scarves and cowls. It's fantastic.
I can't wait to get to some of these when my skills improve. Everything looks so pretty and cozy.
Not to mention it's a steal if you imagine buying all of these patterns individually. Plus there's there's versatility of the colour graphs etc to make some very unique pieces for friends and family.
May 30, 2020
As a Harry Potter fan and keen knitter, I couldn’t wait to get my hands on a copy of this book. It is full of inspirational projects to suit every age, from Cornish pixies and a mobile on the theme of the Sorting Hat, to clothing for every witch or wizard’s wardrobe. Mrs Weasley may not be available to personally knit your Christmas sweater, but there is a pattern for you to knit your own.
My favourite accessory is the Wizarding Transportation Scarf, featuring London buses and that famous railway platform, 9 3/4. If I had a magic knitter, it would already be completed but, instead, it has been added to my project list.
My favourite accessory is the Wizarding Transportation Scarf, featuring London buses and that famous railway platform, 9 3/4. If I had a magic knitter, it would already be completed but, instead, it has been added to my project list.
December 29, 2023
There are many items in this book that I would like to make. I haven’t made any yet, but reading through the patterns and the details added from and about the storyline from the books has been enjoyable. They do a decent job with pictures of the knitted items and include movie stills and related drawings.
The book contains amigurumi (“Crafty Creatures”), Wizarding Wardrobe items, HP inspired apparel, and home decor items including a sorting hat mobile. It also has both written instructions and charts for reference which I find helpful. I like to have both because my brain doesn’t always pick up the correct technique until I look at both.
The book contains amigurumi (“Crafty Creatures”), Wizarding Wardrobe items, HP inspired apparel, and home decor items including a sorting hat mobile. It also has both written instructions and charts for reference which I find helpful. I like to have both because my brain doesn’t always pick up the correct technique until I look at both.
December 29, 2021
There are so many wonderful patterns that celebrate all things magical in the world of Harry Potter.
The creations look fantastic but the skill level required to complete most of them is well and truly above my abilities.
Each pattern has a short story describing the creature, clothing or other item and how it relates to the movies and characters. It was nice to get some background information on each piece.
There are a small number of patterns that look good for beginners and intermediate level knitters.
The creations look fantastic but the skill level required to complete most of them is well and truly above my abilities.
Each pattern has a short story describing the creature, clothing or other item and how it relates to the movies and characters. It was nice to get some background information on each piece.
There are a small number of patterns that look good for beginners and intermediate level knitters.
October 14, 2023
El libro "Harry Potter: Knitting Magic" es una delicia para los fanáticos de la saga. Aunque personalmente no me atrevo a realizar ni la mitad de las manualidades que propone, debo admitir que las creaciones son simplemente encantadoras. Las detalladas instrucciones y patrones inspirados en el mundo mágico de Harry Potter hacen que incluso los proyectos más intrincados parezcan alcanzables. Es una obra perfecta para aquellos que buscan combinar su amor por la magia con la pasión por tejer. ¡Altamente recomendado!
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