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Houses of Wizardry Pattern

Houses of Wizardry Pattern
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5-7 Hours Time Needed
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Intermediate Level

Ideal for those with basic crochet experience, featuring slightly more advanced stitches and techniques to expand your skills.

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Weekend Treat

Takes 5-7 hours, making it an enjoyable project to finish over a couple of days.

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Tiny Treasure

Small, sweet, and gift-worthy creations that fit perfectly in the palm of your hand with detailed charm.

About This Houses of Wizardry Pattern

This pattern pack creates four adorable house appliques — Lion, Badger, Snake and Raven — each with a matching crest. You will make small layered crochet pieces that assemble into charming characters with scarves and accessories. The patterns use Caron One Pound yarn and are perfect for making collectible patches or small gifts.

Houses of Wizardry Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Detailed step-by-step instructions and photos are included to help you through each piece. Optional assembly methods (glue or stitch) are suggested so you can choose your preferred finishing style.

Why You'll Love This Houses of Wizardry Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it blends playful character details with simple applique construction that feels rewarding to complete. I enjoy designing small pieces that are quick to make yet full of personality. Each animal has little finishing touches—like scarves, paws, and crests—that make them feel unique and collectible. I also love that the pack uses the same base techniques across multiple designs, so you can learn once and apply to all four creatures.

Houses of Wizardry Pattern step 1 - construction progress Houses of Wizardry Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Houses of Wizardry Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Houses of Wizardry Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love how easy it is to customize these appliques by changing colors; swap out the stripe and body colors to create entirely different looks.

You can make tiny keychain versions by using a lighter weight yarn and a smaller hook for a miniaturized effect.

I often add embroidered initials or tiny beads to the crests to personalize each piece for gifts or badges.

If you want a more durable applique, I stitch each layer together with matching yarn rather than using glue; it looks neater on the back too.

Try using a variegated yarn for the body or mane to get subtle color changes without changing yarns mid-row.

Make an entire set of house-themed decor by attaching each crest to a canvas or inside a shadow box for display.

For a plush version, increase the pattern by using bulky yarn and add light stuffing between background and animal layers for a padded look.

I sometimes add a small magnet to the back to turn the applique into a fridge magnet — very easy and so cute.

Change the placement of eyes and mouths to give each animal a different expression and personality.

Experiment with different edges — a picot border, single crochet, or reverse single crochet can change the finish dramatically.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the stitch count checks during shaping leads to uneven pieces; count your stitches at the end of each row or round to keep shapes consistent. ✗ Forgetting to reattach yarn in the correct place when adding stripes causes misaligned lines; mark where each stripe should begin and reattach yarn carefully. ✗ Not using a consistent hook size across pieces will change the finished size and fit; use the recommended F (3.75mm) hook for consistent results. ✗ Overstuffing or under-stuffing appliques and pieces causes distortion during assembly; stuff lightly or press pieces flat as instructed and adjust stuffing gradually.

Houses of Wizardry Pattern

Create four charming house-themed appliques inspired by a wizarding world. This pattern pack includes lion, badger, snake and raven appliques with matching crests and optional scarves. Each piece is small and collectible, perfect for gifts, patches, or decorations. Clear step-by-step instructions and photos guide you through every stitch.

Intermediate 5-7 Hours

Materials Needed for Houses of Wizardry Pattern

— Main Fabric

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    Caron One Pound yarn (main recommended yarn for this pack)
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    Raven colors: Navy, Light Blue, Light Grey, Charcoal, Gold
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    Badger colors: Gold, Light Grey, Charcoal, White, Black
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    Snake colors: Hunter Green, Light Green, Light Grey, Red, Charcoal
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    Lion colors: Gold, Light Yellow, White, Burgundy, Charcoal, Black
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    Small amounts of contrast colors for stripes and details (approx 10-30g each)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook size F (3.75mm)
  • 02
    Scissors
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    Yarn needle for sewing
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    Stitch markers
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    Shank buttons (13mm for larger animals, 6mm for smaller ones)
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    Glue gun and regular glue sticks (optional, for assembly)
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    Safety eyes or buttons for eyes (optional)
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    Pins for assembly (optional)

Progress Tracker

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— Crests :

Row 1 :

CH 18. DC in 3rd from hook and across (16). CH 2, turn.

Row 2 :

DC2TG. DC in next 12. DC2TG. (14). CH 2, turn.

Row 3 :

DC2TG. DC in next 10. DC2TG. (12). CH 2, turn.

Row 4 :

DC2TG. DC in next 8. DC2TG. (10). CH 2, turn.

Row 5 :

DC2TG. DC in next 6. DC2TG. (8). CH 2, turn.

Row 6 :

DC2TG. DC in next 4. DC2TG. (6). CH 2, turn.

Row 7 :

DC2TG. DC in next 2. DC2TG. (4). CH 2, turn.

Row 8 :

DC2TG twice. (2). Tie off.

Info :

Reattach yarn at bottom of original chain as shown here, skipping 3 stitches in.

Stripe Chains :

Using whatever color stripes you'll be making, make the following chains and tie off. CH 15. Tie off.

Edge :

Using Charcoal, make a chain of 85. Tie off. Attach it all the way around the crest as shown.

— Badger :

Eyes - Make 2 :

Using charcoal, CH 5. HDC in 2nd from hook and across (4). CH 1, turn.

Row :

HDC2TG twice. (2). CH 1, turn.

Row :

HDC across (2). CH 1, turn.

Row :

HDC across (2). Tie off.

Nose :

Using black, make a magic circle. CH 1, and SC 4. SS to join. Tie off.

Nose Outline :

Using charcoal, make a CH of 10. This is the outline on the bottom of the nose.

Head :

Using white, make a magic circle. CH 2 and then DC 12. SS to join. CH 2, do not turn.

Head Row :

2DC in each stitch around. SS to join. CH 2, do not turn.

Head Shaping :

*2HDC in first. 1HDC in next. Repeat from * all the way around. SS to join. Tie off.

Arms - Make 2 :

Using charcoal, CH 12. DC in 3rd from hook and in next 3. 2DC in next. DC in remaining 5. Tie off.

Scarf :

This will be the same pattern for all 4 animals. Just change the colors to what you want. **Note** You can choose to tie off after each color, and reattach each color as you're making stripes, OR, you can carry the yarn up the back of the scarf, since it will be unseen when assembled. Your choice.

Scarf Row 1 :

Using Color #1, CH 4. HDC in 2nd from hook and across (3).

Scarf Repeat :

*Attach Color 2. HDC across. (3). Switch to Color 1. HDC across (3). Repeat from * 3 more times, or until you have 7 rows total. Tie off. This is the piece that goes under the neck.

Fringe Piece :

Now for the piece that falls down from the neck with the fringe, repeat those instructions above, but only until you have 5 rows total. Then tie off.

Fringe :

To make the fringe, make 6 cuts of yarn, about 4 in long. Using 2 pieces at a time, tie them around the bottom of the scarf, and then cut to desired length.

Ears - Make 2 :

Using white, CH 5. SC in 2nd from hook. HDC in next. DC in next. TC in last. Tie off.

Ears - Inner :

Using light grey, CH 3. SC in 2nd from hook, and HDC in last. Tie off.

Feet - Make 2 :

Using charcoal, make a magic circle. CH 2 and DC 12. SS to join. Tie off.

Foot Detail :

Using white, CH 2. SC 3 times in last CH from hook and pull tight. Tie off.

— Lion :

Head :

Using gold, make a magic circle. CH 2 and DC 14. SS to join. CH 2, do not turn.

Head Row :

2DC in each stitch around. SS to join. CH 1, do not turn.

Head Shaping :

*4HDC in next stitch. SS in next. Skip next. Repeat from * 7 more times. The last 2 stitches will be skipped. SS to join. Tie off.

Face Base :

Using light yellow, make a magic circle. CH 2, and DC 12. SS to join. CH 2, do not turn. 2DC in each stitch around. SS to join. Tie off.

Belly :

Using light yellow, make a magic circle. CH 2, and DC 12. SS to join. CH 2, do not turn. 2DC around. SS to join. Tie off.

Body :

Using gold, CH 9. HDC in 2nd hook and across (8). CH 1, turn.

Body Continued :

2HDC in first. HDC in next 6. 2HDC in last. CH 1, turn.

— Raven :

Head :

Using light grey, make a magic circle. CH 2 and DC 16. SS to join. CH 2, do not turn.

Head Row :

2DC in each stitch around. SS to join. Tie off.

Wings :

Using light grey, CH 35. SS in 2nd from hook. SC in next. HDC in next. DC in the next 28. HDC in next. SC in next. SS in last. Tie off.

Wing Repeat :

Re-attach yarn as shown in this picture - Skip 13 stitches in from the left. CH 5. SS in 2nd from hook. SC in next. HDC in next. DC in last, and then skip one stitch on the main wing part, and SS to join.

Wing Variation :

*CH 7. SS in 2nd from hook. SC in next. HDC in next. DC in next 3. Skip one stitch on the main wing part, and SS to join. Repeat from * 1 more time.

— Snake :

Body :

Using light grey, CH 40. SS in the 2nd from hook and in next 2.

Row :

SC in next 3.

Row :

HDC in next 3.

Row :

3DC in next.

Row :

DC in next 5.

Shaping :

SKIP next. DC in next 5. TC in next 4. HDC in next. SS in last. Tie off.

Attach Light Green :

Attach light green yarn to the end where you started with the SS. (Skinniest end of snake).

Using Light Green :

SS in the first 4. SC in the next 2. HDC in next. DC in next 10. SKIP next. DC in next 12. TC in next 4. HDC in next. SS in last. Tie off.

Final :

Using red, cut a small piece of string and attach it to the back of the head, so it sticks out like a tongue.

— Assembly & Finishing :

Edge & Outline :

All of them have the charcoal outline. Attach charcoal edge around crest after assembling stripes and main piece.

Attach Pieces :

Arrange main body on crest and glue or stitch in place. Arrange smaller items (eyes, nose, ear outlines, scarf) as shown in photos and secure with glue or sewing.

Notes :

**NOTE** I assemble all of my appliques using a glue gun and regular glue sticks. You can choose to stitch them together if you want. It is a personal preference.

Assembly Instructions

  • Arrange the main animal body on the crest and glue it in place along the charcoal outline, then reinforce with small whipstitches if desired.
  • Position the head and face pieces on top of the body, centering them and using photos as reference; glue or sew the nose and eye elements before attaching the head to ensure correct placement.
  • Attach the scarf across the neck area, tucking the under-neck piece behind the head and securing the fringe to hang in front as pictured.
  • Place the smaller features (ears, paws, and feet) in position and stitch or glue them securely; pin pieces first to check symmetry before final attachment.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use stitch markers to keep track of your rows and where pieces reattach, especially when creating stripes or repeating sections.
  • 💡You can assemble pieces with a glue gun for speed, but stitching pieces will give a firmer long-lasting bond; choose based on intended use.
  • 💡Keep consistent tension and the recommended hook size to produce uniform appliques that fit together cleanly.

This Houses of Wizardry pack is a delightful set of mini appliques inspired by classic school houses. They are small, collectible, and perfect for decorating bags, gifts, or cozy corners. Make all four and mix-and-match colors for unique variations. 🧶✨🐾

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FAQs

What size will the finished pieces be?

The appliques measure approximately 6-7 inches tall as noted in the pattern when using the recommended yarn and hook size.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but the finished size will change; adjust your hook accordingly and expect different drape and detail.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern pack is rated intermediate; basic crochet knowledge (chains, SC, HDC, DC and simple decreases) is recommended for best results.

How are the appliques assembled?

The designer assembles appliques using a glue gun and glue sticks, but you may choose to sew parts together with a yarn needle for a more durable finish.