Muggles, squibs, and wizards waiting for your Hogwarts acceptance letters, get ready to rejoice! You may not be able to cast a spell and have presents for every birthday, holiday, and party perfectly planned out, but these magical Harry Potter-inspired DIY gifts are about to make that so much easier. With creative DIY ideas, these are cheap, thoughtful, and Potter-approved. Find something for every Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, Hufflepuff, and even Slytherin on your gift list (and maybe keep something for yourself, too). These would also make for fun craft party activities – entertainment and favors all in one! Take a look at the best DIY gift ideas for all Harry Potter-lovers out there, and let the magic begin.
– Additional reporting by Lauren Harano
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DIY Home-Brewed Potions
These DIY potion bottles are simple and sure crowd-pleasers. Fill a bottle with their favorite beverage and add a printable label, and you’ve got a gift fit for the Half-Blood Prince.
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DIY Harry Potter Mug
No magical supplies are needed to put together this easy (and cute!) DIY Harry Potter mug. Simply pull out your permanent markers and turn on your oven to get started. May we suggest adding some Butterbeer to the finished product?
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Homemade Wand
Usually the wand chooses the wizard, but in this case you get to add your magical touch. They’re sure to be spellbound!
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Mrs. Weasley's Sweater Cookies
The best gifts are the ones you can eat! For your friend with a sweet tooth, try these cookies inspired by the Weasley family’s sweaters.
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DIY Weasley Sweater Wine Cozy
Combine the holiday delights of Harry Potter and a good bottle of wine with these wine cozies that Mrs. Weasley would wish she’d made herself.
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DIY Snitch Ornament
The Snitch is tricky to catch, so fellow witches and wizards will be impressed you’ve been able to get your hands on one. This one is a DIY ornament they’ll want to keep hanging all year round.
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DIY Harry Potter Book Cover Ornament
There’s nothing quite like an homage to their favorite book series gracing the tree during the holidays. Create a set of all seven book ornaments and watch their face light up as they see this magical mini representation.
