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 Crochet Pattern
Bring Hogwarts charm into your crochet world with this majestic snowy owl perched on spellbound books. With her wise golden eyes, beautifully layered feathers, and a soft color gradient from gray to white, this amigurumi Hedwig captures every magical detail from the wizarding world.
✨ Skill Level
Intermediate – involves color transitions, layered wing texture using bobble stitches, shaping, and assembly.
📏 Finished Size
Approximately 7–9 inches (18–23 cm) tall when made with DK or light-worsted yarn and a 3.0–3.5 mm hook.
🧶 Materials
Yarn (DK or Light-Worsted Weight):
- Light Gray – 25 g (head, upper body, wings)
- White / Cream – 25 g (lower body, face)
- Charcoal Gray – small amount (beak and claws)
- Gold / Mustard – small amount (eye rings, book lettering)
- Red – 15 g (top book cover)
- Gray – 15 g (bottom book cover)
- White – 15 g (book pages)
Other Supplies:
Crochet hook: 3.0–3.5 mm
Safety eyes: 10–12 mm black
Polyfill stuffing
Tapestry needle
Embroidery floss (gold + black)
Stitch marker
Optional: thin wire for internal support in book stack
🧵 Abbreviations (US Terms)
MR – Magic Ring
sc – Single Crochet
inc – Increase (2 sc in same st)
dec – Decrease (sc 2 together)
hdc – Half Double Crochet
dc – Double Crochet
bo – Bobble Stitch (5 dc in same st, pull together at top)
sl st – Slip Stitch
ch – Chain
st – Stitch
BLO – Back Loop Only
FO – Fasten Off
🧍 Body (Light Gray → White Gradient)
- MR 6 sc
- inc × 6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) × 6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) × 6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) × 6 (30)
- (4 sc, inc) × 6 (36)
7–9. sc around (36) – light gray - Switch to gray + white marled together (hold both yarns) for 2 rounds to blend transition.
11–20. sc around (36) – white only - (4 sc, dec) × 6 (30)
- (3 sc, dec) × 6 (24)
- (2 sc, dec) × 6 (18) Stuff firmly.
- (1 sc, dec) × 6 (12)
- dec × 6 (6)
FO and weave closed.
The gradient from gray to white forms the soft upper-to-lower body tone visible in the photo.
🪶 Head (Light Gray)
- MR 6 sc
- inc × 6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) × 6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) × 6 (24)
- (3 sc, inc) × 6 (30)
- (4 sc, inc) × 6 (36)
7–12. sc around (36)
Insert eyes between rounds 5–6 (~9 sts apart). - (4 sc, dec) × 6 (30)
- (3 sc, dec) × 6 (24)
Stuff firmly. - (2 sc, dec) × 6 (18)
- (1 sc, dec) × 6 (12)
- dec × 6 (6) FO.
Sew to body flush for a smooth curve (no visible neck gap).
👁 Eye Discs (White + Gold Rings)
White Layer:
MR 6 sc → inc each st (12) → (1 sc, inc) × 6 (18) → FO.
Gold Outline: Work sl st in each st around outer edge.
Insert safety eyes through centers and sew both discs flat to head.
Position slightly angled for a realistic forward gaze.
🐣 Beak (Charcoal Gray)
MR 4 sc
2. (1 sc, inc) × 2 (6)
3–4. sc around (6)
Pinch top edge to create a soft triangle and sew between eyes.
🪽 Wings (Layered Feather Texture)
Primary Base (Light Gray):
- MR 6 sc
- inc × 6 (12)
- (1 sc, inc) × 6 (18)
- (2 sc, inc) × 6 (24)
5–6. sc around (24)
Feather Texture Section:
Switch to working in BLO.
7. (bo, sc) × 12 – this creates the first row of raised “feathers.”
8. sc around (24)
9. Repeat (bo, sc) × 12 once more for a second layer of overlapping feathers.
Optional accent: Switch to white yarn for final bobble row to mimic the white edge tips visible in photo.
Flatten each wing and slightly curve the bottom edge.
Sew to sides of body angled slightly back so they rest naturally against the curve.
This method creates the uniform textured feather pattern seen in the photo – no separate chains needed.
🐾 Feet and Claws
Claws (Charcoal): Make 3 toes per foot.
MR 5 sc, sc around (5) × 2 rows, FO.
Foot Pad (White):
MR 6 sc → inc × 6 (12).
Sew 3 claws onto front half of pad.
Stuff lightly and attach under body with slight forward angle so claws are visible from front view.
Pinch base slightly to create arched, 3D stance.
👂 Ear Tufts (Light Gray)
- MR 4 sc
- inc × 4 (8)
- sc around (8)
Flatten and sew high on head, angled outward.
📚 Hogwarts Books (Thickened Version)
Book Covers:
Top – Red, Bottom – Gray.
Ch 26, sc rows 1–22 (25 sts wide × 22 rows high).
FO and border edges with gold sl st trim.
Fold in half to form cover shape.
Pages (White):
Ch 20, sc for 10 rows to create thick block.
Sew inside cover to mimic page block.
Optional: Lightly stuff with flat cotton pads for firmness.
Lettering:
Embroider “HOGWARTS” on each spine with gold floss using back-stitch.
Stack books with gray on bottom, red on top, and stitch together securely.
Top book should have slight curve so owl sits naturally.
🧶 Assembly and Finishing
- Attach head to body so gray-to-white gradient aligns smoothly.
- Sew wings evenly with textured side facing out.
- Attach feet angled forward so owl appears perched naturally.
- Sew ear tufts high and slightly angled back.
- Add optional mini scroll under one wing for extra charm.
For a realistic finish, gently shape the feathers with your fingers and trim any loose yarn ends.
