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Knitting Pattern – Wizard School Spirit Scarf

Easy Striped Knit Scarf Pattern

Easy knitting pattern for striped scarf

Whether heading out to the quidditch pitch, football stadium, or simply trudging to the library on a brisk day, this classic striped scarf is the perfect accessory.

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Design Inspiration: House Colors Scarves (HP)

Harry Potter Scarf Knitting Pattern

What better way to show off your wizard school spirit or your team pride than in a classic ribbed knit scarf? I designed this originally to be a companion to the Wizard School Spirit Beanie, but it can certainly be customized to any color scheme – so if you aren’t into wizards and witches, you can still rock one of these, no problem. They are also insanely gift-able, as they suit just about anyone, regardless of age, etc.

I love a classic design, so I went with a basic ribbing pattern and a few color changes for stripes. This pattern works up quickly and is totally beginner-friendly. What really makes it stand out is choosing a lovely yarn and color scheme.

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The Yarn

The Wizard School Spirit Scarf is made with worsted-weight (aka #4 or medium weight) yarn. I used two colors of Lion Brand Heartland yarn. What I love about this yarn is that it is suuuuuuper soft and squishy, and it comes in such gorgeous colors.

Hogwarts House Colors Yarns

The pictured scarf is in my house colors (from the books – blue and bronze). I used Lake Clark and Mammoth Cave (2 Above). For the other houses, I’d recommend using: Redwood and Yellowstone (1), Yellowstone and Black Canyon (4), and Kings Canyon and Mount Rainer (3).

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Harry Potter Knitting Patterns
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The Pattern

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Materials:

  • Lion Brand Heartland Yarn in Main Color (A) and Contrast Color (B)
  • Size 11 Knitting Needles
  • Yarn Needle

Abbreviations:

  • R – Row
  • K – Knit
  • P – Purl
  • RS – Right Side
  • WS – Wrong Side

Gauge:

Gauge isn’t important for this project, but mine was: Approximately 16 stitches and 12 rows = 4″ in stockinette stitch

Finished Size:

Approximately 4″ wide x 76″ long

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Beginner scarf knitting pattern

Instructions:

Cast on 26 stitches.

R1 (Right Side): K2 (P2, K2) across.

R2 (Wrong Side): P2 (K2, P2) across.

Repeat Rows 1-2 until the piece measures approximately 8″ from the beginning, ending with a WS Row.

Stripe Rows

*Switch to color B*

Work R1 and R2 once each with Color B.

*Switch to color A*

Work R1 and R1 once each with Color A.

*Switch to color B*

Work R1 and R2 once each with Color B.

*Switch to color A*

Repeat this pattern of working 8″ with Color A and then adding the stripe rows as above. Continue in this pattern until the piece measures approximately 6.5 feet from the beginning (or desired length), ending with a 8-inch section of A.

Finishing

Bind off in ribbing.

Weave in all loose ends using the yarn needle.

That’s it! You have yourself a lovely Knit Wizard School Spirit Scarf! Now go ahead and make one in each house (or team) color.

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Oculus Fan-tastic Crochet Ornament – Pattern

Oculus Fan-tastic Crochet Christmas Ornament
Crochet Christmas Ornaments
A Crochet Pattern by Jeris from Fandom Knitting & Crochet

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Nerdy + Christmas = Oculus Ornaments! 

When I wanted to fandom-ize my Christmas tree this year, the first thing that came to mind were a pair of round glasses! So…the Oculus ornament was born.

Crocheters often spend loads of time making gifts for family and friends around the holidays, and this could certainly be gifted to a nerdy cousin or bff – but I made this one for ME, and you can make yours for YOU! Go on, you deserve to keep some of your hard work for yourself. 

One of the absolute, hands-down favorite fandoms in the Fandom Knitting & Crochet group (FKC Group) is you-know-who, the boy who lived, lighting scarface. Here’s a good place to note that this pattern is a geeky ornament, not associated with any one specific glasses wearer. 

Okay, that said – what you’ll find here is a crochet ornament cover pattern that includes FREE written instructions right here on the blog. 

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Crochet Christmas Ornaments

Should you want to make a few solid ornaments to go with the Oculus one, here is the solid version of the Fan-tastic Crochet Ornaments. 

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Pattern for Oculus Fan-tastic Ornaments

The pattern is worked with worsted-weight yarn and a size G-6 crochet hook. You’ll need two colors of yarn – I used Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice in White and Dark Grey Heather.  If your gauge is too large or small, just jump down or up a hook size or two. Easy peasy.

The pattern is worked in rows, which will be seamed around the plastic bulb. The top is open enough to fit around the top of the bulb, and the bottom is cinched and the back seam sewn with the yarn needle.

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Oculus Fantastic Crochet Ornaments

Materials:

Gauge:

Approximately 8 stitches & 8 rows = 2″

*Note: These will be stretched around the ornament, and this gauge was calculated after stretched to fit the ornament.

abbreviations:

  • ch = chain
  • sc = single crochet
  • 2sc = create two single crochet stitches in the next stitch
  • sc2tog = single crochet two stitches together
  • MC = Main Color (pictured in White)
  • CC = Contrast Color (pictured in Dark Grey Heather)

Pattern:

The piece is worked in flat rows and will be sewn together at the back when placed around the ornament. 

Start with MC until specified to use CC: 

Row 1: With MC, Ch 17. Sc in 2nd chain from the hook and in each chain across. (16 sc). Ch 1. Turn.

Row 2: (2sc in first stitch, sc 3) across. (20 sc). Ch 1. Turn.

Row 3: (2 sc, sc 4) across. (24 sc). Ch 1. Turn.

Row 4: (2sc, sc 5) across. (28 sc). Ch 1. Turn.

Row 5: 2sc, sc 6, 2sc, sc 4 CC, sc 2 MC, 2sc MC, sc MC, sc 4 CC, sc MC, 2sc MC, sc 6 MC. (32 sc). Ch 1. Turn.

Row 6: 2sc MC, sc 7, 2sc (1st MC, 2nd CC), sc 4 MC, sc 1 CC, sc 2 MC, 2sc MC, sc CC, sc 4 MC, sc CC, sc MC, 2sc MC, sc 7 MC. (36 sc). Ch 1. Turn. 

Row 7: 2sc MC, sc 7 MC, 2 sc MC, sc CC, sc 6 MC, sc CC, 2sc MC, sc MC, sc CC, sc 6 MC, sc CC, 2sc MC, sc 6 MC, 2sc MC. (40 sc). Ch 1. Turn.

Row 8: sc 7 MC, sc 4 CC, sc 6 MC, sc CC, sc 3 MC, sc CC, sc 6 MC, sc 4 CC, sc 8 MC (40 sc). Ch 1. Turn. 

Row 9: sc 11 MC, sc CC, sc 6 MC, sc 5 CC, sc 6 MC, sc CC, sc 10 MC. (40 sc). Ch 1. Turn. 

Row 10: sc 10 MC, sc CC, sc 6 MC, sc CC, sc 3 MC, sc CC, sc 6 MC, sc CC, sc 11 MC. (40 sc.) Ch 1. Turn. 

Now begin decreasing as follows: 

Row 11: sc2tog MC, sc 7 MC, sc2tog MC, sc MC, sc CC, sc 4 MC, sc CC, sc MC, sc2tog MC, sc 2 MC, sc CC, sc 4 MC, sc CC, sc2tog MC, sc 9 MC. (36 sc). Ch 1. Turn. 

Row 12: sc2tog MC, sc 7 MC, sc2tog MC, sc 4 CC, sc 3 MC, sc2tog MC, sc MC, sc 4 CC, sc 2 MC, sc2tog MC, sc 7 MC. (32 sc.) Ch 1. Turn. 

Row 13: With MC, (sc2tog, sc 6) across. (28 sc). Ch 1. Turn. 

Row 14: With MC, (sc2tog, sc 5) across. (24 sc). Ch. 1. Turn. 

Row 15: With MC, (sc2tog, sc 4) across. (20 sc). Ch 1. Turn.

Row 16: With MC, (sc2tog, sc 3) across. (16 sc). Ch 1. Turn. 

Row 17: With MC, (sc2tog, sc 2) across. (12 sc). Ch 1. Turn.

Row 18: With MC, (sc2tog) across. (6 sc). 

Finishing:

Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail to sew the ornament seam.  I leave about 18″ of yarn just to be safe.

Weave in the loose end at the beginning of your piece.

Using the long tail from where you fastened off, draw the yarn through the remaining 6 stitches, cinching them up.

Place the crochet piece around the plastic ornament. NOTE: You’ll need to pull the crochet piece to stretch around the ornament.  You want the stitches to be taught. 

Sew the back seam of the ornament. I like to use whipstitch, but you can seam any way you like.

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Fandom Spotlight: Harry Potter

Our spotlight is on Harry Potter! Find knitting and crochet patterns, yarns inspired by the books and films, and fandom gear!

Harry Potter House Colors Yarn

Harry Potter-Inspired Knitting and Crochet Yarn, Patterns, and Fandom Gear

Our very first Fandom Spotlight feature here on the Fandom Knitting + Crochet blog is Harry Potter themed.  So, what’s a Fandom Spotlight?  Well, it is a collection of knitting, crochet, yarn, and fandom gear related to a particular fandom.  Different fandoms will be featured, but I thought I’d start with a big one, and there aren’t many fandoms bigger than Harry Potter.

So, if you want to knit, crochet, yarn shop, get yourself some Hogwarts swag, this is my go-to guide.  I’ve rounded up some of my absolute favorite Harry Potter goodies, and I hope you enjoy!

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Harry Potter-inspired Knitting and Crochet Patterns

Harry Potter Knitting and Crochet Patterns

While these patterns and are not officially associated with Harry Potter, the inspiration can be seen if you are looking. 🙂 Here’s a round-up of some of my favorites to knit and crochet (some are my free designs, and some are fabulous patterns from other designers.)

Harry Potter-inspired Knitting Patterns:

Harry Potter-inspired Crochet Patterns:

Harry Potter house colors yarn.

Hogwarts-worthy Yarn

Here’s a sampling of some of the coolest Harry Potter-inspired yarn.  There are so many wonderful dyers that use The Boy Who Lived and his world as their inspiration, and there are also some fabulous solids that work well for the classic house scarves.

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Hogwarts House Colors

For the house scarves and the beanies, I really like Lion Brand’s Heartland Yarn.  They have perfect combos for Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, Slytherin, and Hufflepuff fans.

  1. Gryffindor: Redwood & Yellowstone
  2. Ravenclaw: Lake Clark & Mammoth Cave
  3. Slytherin: King’s Canyon & Mount Rainier
  4. Hufflepuff: Yellowstone & Black Canyon

5 Specialty Yarns Inspired by Harry Potter

  1. Maurader’s Map by HeartlandHues on Etsy
  2. Hogwart’s Castle by thesexyknitter on Etsy
  3. Tonk’s Hair by SixandSevenFiber on Etsy
  4. Lovegood by GooseyFibers on Etsy
  5. Master Has Given Dobby a Sock by RetoldYarns on Etsy
Harry Potter-themed yarn and patters to knit and crochet.

Harry Potter Gear – Fandom Product Finds

I know I can’t pass up an awesome Harry Potter item! I, of course, need to show off my fandom while going about my day, so I’ve rounded up some of my favorite products to share with you.

  1. Harry Potter Project Bag
  2. Hufflepuff Trucker Hat
  3. Marauder’s Map Notebook
  4. Polyjuice Potion Mug
  5. Harry Potter Paperback Box Set, Books 1-7

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Crochet Pattern: Wizard School Spirit Beanie

Hogwarts house colors hat crochet pattern

Hogwarts-inspired Hat Crochet Pattern

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Harry Potter hat crochet pattern

Recently, I shared a free knitting pattern for the Wizard School Spirit Beanie.  It went over well, so, by popular demand, here’s a crochet version.  It is a bit different – this version is a little “slouchier,” which I think works nicely with the crochet stitches.  It retains the same Hogwarts Houses inspired design, this time worked up in Slytherin and Ravenclaw colors.

One tip as you are working on this – you don’t need to cut yarn on the color changes.  You can just carry the strands up with you.  Those strands will only show on the inside, and it will be all good from the outside and save you time weaving in unnecessary ends.

The pattern is a pretty easy one to work up, but you will need to know now to crochet in the back loops and the third loops.  If you aren’t familiar you can check out the tutorials I have linked here:

Crochet Wizard School Spirit Beanie (2)

The Pattern: Crochet Wizard School Spirit Beanie

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The samples I made are in the child (Slytherin colors) and adult sizes (Ravenclaw colors).  After working with the Heartland yarn, I decided to modify the recommended yarns to all Heartland, so the pictured Slytherin beanie isn’t in Heartland, but I assure you, it will look fabulous worked up in the Heartland shades.

Sizes:

To fit: 0-6 Months (6-12 Months, Toddler, Child, Adult)

Materials:

Lion Brand Heartland Yarn in Main Color and Contrast Color

For the Hogwarts-inspired house colors, I recommend:

  • Ravenclaw: Glacier Bay or Lake Clark with Mammoth Cave
  • Slytherin: Kings Canyon and Mount Rainier
  • Hufflepuff: Yellowstone and Black Canyon
  • Gryffindor: Redwood and Yellowstone

Size H-8 Crochet Hook

Yarn Needle

Gauge:

Approximately 15 stitches and 7 rows = 4″ in HDC

Abbreviations and Terms:

  • MC – Main color
  • CC – Contrast color
  • St – stitch
  • Ch – chain
  • HDC – half-double crochet
  • Back loop – work only through the back loop rather than the front and back loop of that stitch.
  • Third loop – work in the loop directly behind (and slightly below) the back loop.
  • ss – slip stitch
  • tog – together
Harry Potter Crochet Hat Pattern

Instructions:

Instructions are written for the smallest size with the larger sizes in the parentheses.

Band:

With MC, chain 8.

Row 1: HDC in the 2nd ch from the hook and in each ch across.  Turn.

Row 2: HDC in the back loop of each HDC across.  Turn.

Repeat Row 2 until the band measures 14 (16, 18, 19, 20) inches from the beginning.

Join the band with slip stitches to work in the round.

Hat ‘Body’:

Round 1: Working with the yarn still connected from the joining, you’ll now be working around the top edge of the band.  Chain 2.  Work HDC stitches evenly around the band.  You’ll want approximately 40 (48, 56, 64, 72) HDC stitches (or another multiple of 4 around there).  Join with ss.

Round 2: Ch 2. Work HDC in each HDC around.

Repeat Round 2 1 (1, 2, 2, 3) more times.

* Switch to CC

Work through the third loops of each HDC for 1 (1, 1, 2, 2) rounds, joining with a ss at the end of each round.

*Switch to MC

Work HDC through the third loops of each HDC around. Join with ss.

*Switch to CC

Work through the third loops of each HDC for 1 (1, 1, 2, 2) rounds, joining with a ss at the end of each round.

*Switch to MC

Work 1 round HDC through the third loop of each HDC around.  Join with ss.

Work 1 (1, 2, 2, 3) rounds of HDC through both loops as in normal HDC, joining rounds with ss.

* Switch to CC

Work through the third loops of each HDC for 1 (1, 1, 2, 2) rounds, joining with a ss at the end of each round.

*Switch to MC

Work HDC through the third loops of each HDC around. Join with ss.

*Switch to CC

Work through the third loops of each HDC for 1 (1, 1, 2, 2) rounds, joining with a ss at the end of each round.

*Switch to MC

Work 1 round HDC through the third loop of each HDC around.  Join with ss.

Work 0 (0, 0, 1, 2) rounds of HDC through both loops as in normal HDC, joining rounds with ss.

Decrease for Crown:

Round 1: (HDC 2, HDC 2tog) around.

Round 2: (HDC, HDC2 tog) around.

Round 3: HDC 2tog around.

Round 4: HDC 2tog around.

Finishing:

Fasten off.  Cut yarn, leaving a long tail.  Draw through the remaining stitches to close and secure the top of the hat.  Weave in all loose ends.

That’s it! You have yourself a lovely Crochet Wizard School Spirit Beanie! Now go ahead and make one in each house color. 🙂

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Wizard School Spirit Beanie – Knitting Pattern

Make these house pride beanies to show off your Wizard School Spirit.

Hogwarts-inspired Knit Hat Pattern

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Here, we are nothing if not proud representatives of our Hogwarts houses! I am a Ravenclaw, of course, while my husband is a Gryffindor.  I have two boys, and I would like to think they follow in our footsteps, but they are a Slytherin and a Hufflepuff.  It’s just undeniable.

So, Ravenclaw or not, I really like the Gryffindor house colors, so that is the one I started with for this pattern.  The maroon and gold look great together, and they are usually a pretty good indication of a Potterhead.  I decided to work up the Hufflepuff next, because that used the same gold from the Gryffindor.  So, those are the lovelies in the photos.

Of course, you can make any size in any color combo you’d like.  The pattern is a classic beanie – not too fitted, not too slouchy, worked in stockinette stitch as an homage to the Prisoner of Azkaban-era house scarves from the films.  (I am not in any way affiliated with the books or films.  I am just a fan.  So, these are not “official” in any capacity.) Officially awesome, though.  Haha.

So, these are a fun, quick knit with a little striping.  You can work them in the round (like I did) or flat and seam them.  Just be aware that if you work flat, you’ll need to knit the “right side” and purl the “wrong side,” as is the case with stockinette stitch (which is knitting each round if in the round).  

Also, because of the stripes, you’ll want to make sure your seaming game is strong if you are working flat because you’ll want the stripes to line up.  Seaming isn’t bad at all, though.  I like this method: Mattress Stitch.

Wizard School Spirit Hat Knitting Pattern
Beanies in house colors – knit.

Pattern: Wizard School Spirit Beanie – 5 Sizes

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Materials:

Worsted Weight Yarn (Medium 4 Weight) in two colors.  I recommend these combinations of Vanna’s Choice Yarn:

  • Gryffindor-inspired: Cranberry + Mustard
  • Hufflepuff-inspired: Mustard + Black
  • Slytherin-inspired: Kelly Green + Silver Grey
  • Ravenclaw-inspired: Navy + Taupe

Circular 16-inch (41cm) Size US 8 Knitting Needles. *If you are making the smallest size beanie, you may want to use a longer circular needle to work the magic loop or work it flat.

Yarn Needle

Pattern Sizes:

To fit sizes 0-6 Months (6-12 Months, Toddler, Child, Adult)

Gauge:

Approximately 15 stitches and 18 rows = 4″ in stockinette stitch

Abbreviations:

K – knit

P – purl

st – stitch

R – round

tog – together

M1 – make 1 by knitting into the front and back of the stitch

Stripe Pattern:

Begin stripe pattern 4 (4, 6, 8, 10) rounds after the increase row after completing the ribbing.

With Contrast Color: Work 2 rounds

With Main Color: Work 2 rounds

With Contrast Color: Work 2 rounds

With Main Color: Work 4 (4, 6, 8, 10) rounds

With Contrast Color: Work 2 rounds

With Main Color: Work 2 rounds

With Contrast Color: Work 2 rounds

Work the rest with the Main Color

Striped house colors beanie knitting pattern.
Stripe pattern for house pride beanies.

Instructions:

Cast on 48 (52, 56, 60, 68) stitches.  Join to work in the round.

Work (K2, P2) ribbing for 1.5 (2, 2, 2.5, 3 inches).

Increase round: Increase to 52 (56, 64, 68, 76) stitches by adding 4 (4, 8, 8, 8) stitches evenly on this round.  Do this by completing a M1 every 12 (13, 7, 7-8, 8-9) stitches in the round.  (It doesn’t have to be perfectly evenly distributed, just try to space out the M1 stitches.)

Work the Stripe Pattern (given above) in stockinette stitch until the piece measures 5.75 (6, 6.5, 7, 9) inches.

Decrease to shape the crown:

Round 1: (K2, K2tog) around. 39 (42, 48, 51, 57) stitches.

Rounds 2-3: Knit.

Round 4: (K1, K2tog) around. 26 (28, 32, 34, 38) stitches.

Rounds 5-6: Knit.

Round 7: (K2tog) around. 13 (14, 16, 17, 19) stitches.

Finishing:

Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail.  Draw the yarn through the remaining stitches using your yarn needle.  Secure.

Weave in all loose ends.

That’s it! Now make another one in a different house color or size!

Knitting Pattern Harry Potter Hat

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