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The 8 Best Harry Potter Afternoon Teas
Despite taking place exclusively in Britain, Harry Potter and his friends rarely have tea. Maybe they’re busy in class during afternoon tea times, or it’s the kind of thing only anglophiles really do. In any event, Harry Potter fans can certainly enjoy afternoon tea with a magical twist. There are a number of great Harry Potter afternoon teas across the U.K. to choose from. Don’t worry though – it’s not at all Dolores Umbridge-y; these Harry Potter afternoon teas lack pink doilies and cat plates on walls. Instead, you’ll get the chance to try your hand a potion-making, savor magically delicious snacks, and escape the Muggle world for these quintessentially…
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9 Brilliant Hermione Granger Scented Candles
If there's one character in the Harry Potter series that I most identify with, it's the brilliant, inimitable Hermione Granger. From her bushy hair, large front teeth, and bossy demeanor in the first book to the actress (Emma Watson) that played her in the films and grew into a kick-ass woman, Hermione is a character that is both inspiring and intimidating – "You're a little scary sometimes, you know that? Brilliant, but scary," as Ron puts it...
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Ron Weasley Costume: How to Make Your Own at Home
There are a lot of great sidekicks out there, but I think it's unfair to count Ron Weasley among them. Though he certainly is Harry Potter's best friend, through the course of the seven Harry Potter books, Ron does more than serve as second fiddle to Harry. He's his own character, makes his own decisions – including mistakes –, and grows to become a hero in his own right...
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16 Perfect Harry Potter Potions Gifts for Every Potionmaster
Even if you don't really identify as a Slytherin, you might have been interested in the "subtle art and exact science of potion-making," as Snape describes it. Through most of the Harry Potter books, potions is made out to be an unfair and challenging class – when as we all know the teacher makes all the difference. In any case, whether you love potions and want to treat yourself or you know a Harry Potter fan who finds potion-making fascinating, you've come to the right place...
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9 Harry Potter Wedding Passages for your Special Day
For many people, their wedding day is one of the most important days of their lives. It is, after all, one of the few days you make a truly life-changing decision in a single moment, by committing your love to your partner in front of friends, family, and – should your beliefs hold this true – the god to whom you pledge your faith...
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5 Cheery Weasley Twins Scented Candles
We each have our own favorite characters in the Harry Potter series – and one of the best parts about the series is how many characters there are to choose from. Sure, there's the Big 3 (Harry, Ron, and Hermione), but there are all kinds of secondary and tertiary characters you might find intriguing or interesting – or think you'd be BFFs with in real life...
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Mad-Eye Moody Costume: How to Make Your Own at Home
The world of Harry Potter is full of distinctive characters, but there are perhaps none that have such a distinctive appearance and have such an unforgettable introduction as Alastor "Mad-Eye" Moody. Even when he's being impersonated by Barty Crouch Jr. in the pages of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, Mad-Eye Moody strikes an impressive, imposing figure – and actor Brendan Gleeson does an incredible job of bringing this character to the silver screen...
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45 Fascinating Facts about Ron Weasley
Ron Weasley is obviously one of the most important characters in the magical world; he's best friends with Harry Potter and critically important in Harry's growth as a wizard and eventual defeat of Voldemort. But how much do you really know about Ron? Turns out, there's a lot more to Ron and his character than what's told in the books or shown in the movies. If you've always been curious about Ron and want to learn more, you've come to the right place...
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How to Celebrate Your Love with a Harry Potter-Themed Anniversary
Marriage is a funny thing: it crawls by each day – and it flies by each year, marked by anniversaries and other momentous occasions. As someone who is relatively early in my married life, I really enjoy both experiences, but I look forward to my anniversaries and the chance to celebrate how far we've come...
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8 Great Sorting Hat Candles to Finally Learn Your Hogwarts House
Think back to your first time reading Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone; do you remember when you learned about the four Hogwarts Houses, what each one stood for, and which one felt like a fit for you. There are lots of ways to find out your house – the official way would be through the Wizarding World Hogwarts Sorting. But maybe you're up for a less conventional, less digital option – in which case you should consider one of these Sorting Hat candles...
