Bring a touch of wizarding magic to your crochet collection with this Amigurumi Hedwig The Owl pattern! Inspired by the beloved snowy owl from the Harry Potter series, this charming design captures Hedwig’s fluffy feathers, wise expression, and signature white and gray tones in every stitch. With its adorable details and enchanting presence, this crochet Hedwig is perfect for adding a magical accent to your handmade projects. Whether you’re crafting for Harry Potter fans, creating a whimsical display piece, or simply enjoy making animal-inspired amigurumi designs, this pattern lets you stitch up a lovable owl bursting with charm! 🦉✨
Designed for customization, this pattern allows you to experiment with different shades of white and gray, embroidered details, or even tiny accessories like a miniature Hogwarts letter or perch for extra flair. Craft a classic Hedwig with her signature snowy hues, create a pastel version for a dreamy aesthetic, or even stitch up a full set of wizarding-inspired amigurumi for a spellbinding display! Whether gifted as a cherished keepsake, displayed as a magical accent, or made simply for the joy of crafting, this Amigurumi Hedwig The Owl is a fun and creative project—perfect for bringing a touch of handmade enchantment to every stitch! 🧶💖

🦉 Amigurumi Hedwig The Owl on Hogwarts Books – Free Crochet Pattern
Create your own magical messenger owl with a wise gaze and soft, plushy charm—perfect for decor, gifts, or wizarding displays.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – Shaping, layered colorwork, some sewing
📏 Finished Size
Approx. 7–9 in (18–23 cm) tall with a 3.0–3.5 mm hook
🧶 Materials
- Yarn (DK or worsted):
- White – body, wings, face
- Light Gray – head, feathers
- Charcoal – beak, claws
- Yellow/Gold – eye ring, book details
- Red/Gray/White – book covers and pages
- Crochet hook: 3.0–3.5 mm
- 10–12 mm safety eyes (or embroidered/felt eyes)
- Polyfill stuffing
- Tapestry needle
- Stitch markers
- Optional: Embroidery floss for “HOGWARTS” spine text
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase
dec – Decrease
hdc – Half Double Crochet
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
st – Stitch
FO – Fasten Off
🧍 Body (White)
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
- (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7–20. sc around (36) - (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
- (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
- (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
Stuff firmly - (sc, dec) x6 (12)
- dec x6 (6)
FO and weave
🐦 Head (Light Gray)
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (sc, inc) x6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) x6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) x6 (30)
- (4 sc, inc) x6 (36)
7–12. sc around (36)
Place safety eyes between Rnds 5–6, about 9–10 sts apart - (4 sc, dec) x6 (30)
- (3 sc, dec) x6 (24)
Stuff and shape - (2 sc, dec) x6 (18)
- (sc, dec) x6 (12)
- dec x6 (6)
FO and sew to body
🧁 Eye Rings (Make 2 – White + Gold)
White Layer:
- MR, 6 sc
- inc in each st (12)
FO
Gold Ring (optional):
Work sl sts in each sc of white ring with gold yarn
Sew both around eyes on head
🐣 Beak (Charcoal)
- MR, 4 sc
- (1 sc, inc) x2 (6)
- sc around
Stuff lightly, FO and sew between eyes
🪽 Wings (Make 2 – White & Light Gray)
Base (White):
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
- (sc, inc) x6 (18)
4–10. sc around (18) - (2 sc, dec) x4, sc 2 (14)
FO and flatten
Feather Layer (Light Gray):
- Chain 6
- Starting from 2nd ch: sl st, sc, hdc, sc, sl st
Make 4–5 feathers and sew over white wing base
Attach wings to side of body
🐾 Feet (Make 2 – Charcoal and White)
Claws:
Make 3 toes per foot (Charcoal):
- MR, 5 sc
- sc around (5)
FO and make 3
Foot Pad (White):
- MR, 6 sc
- inc x6 (12)
Sew toes to pad, then attach feet under body
👂 Ears (Light Gray, Make 2)
- MR, 4 sc
- inc x4 (8)
- sc around
Flatten, sew symmetrically on head sides
📚 Books (Make 2 – Red & Gray)
Book Cover (Make 2):
- Ch 26
- sc in 2nd ch and across (25)
3–14. sc across (25)
FO and border with sl st in contrast color (yellow)
Fold into rectangle
Book Pages (White):
- Ch 20
- sc across
Repeat 5 rows
Sew inside folded cover, stuff lightly if desired
Embroider “HOGWARTS” on spine with yellow floss
Sew books stacked together and place owl on top
🧶 Assembly Tips
- Use pins to align wings and ears symmetrically
- Attach eyes first to center face, then eye rings
- Position the beak just below the eye line
- Optional: Stitch a mini Hogwarts letter or scroll to attach under a wing
🧙♂️ Your Amigurumi Hedwig is now ready to fly off your hook and perch among your wizarding collection!