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Dolores Umbridge Costume: How to Make Your Own at Home
There are some real baddies in the Wizarding World... Voldemort, the Death Eaters, Bellatrix Lestrange, and Severus Snape (okay maybe not all bad but still not a nice guy!), just to name a few. But there's nobody who makes my blood boil more than Dolores Jane Umbridge, Senior Undersecretary to the Minister for Magic and former High Inquisitor at Hogwarts...
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How to Plan a Bewitching Harry Potter Baby Shower
In Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, the new students of Hogwarts gave a rousing, discordant version of the school song, after which Dumbledore states: "Ah, music! A magic beyond all we do here!" There are certainly some magics – even those from the Muggle world – that exceed the magic that Harry and his friends learn at school, and it's safe to say that bringing new babies into the world is definitely one of them...
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14 Deviously Delightful Draco Malfoy Scented Candles
In Harry Potter's life, there are a number of "bad guys" and villains – there's his cousin Dudley first, then Professor Snape, and later the biggest baddie of all, He Who Must Not Be Named. There's also another character in there, who walks the line between good and bad, making us as readers ponder questions like nature versus nurture and if people can truly change or save themselves. That character is, of course, Draco Malfoy...
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How to Make Harry Potter-Inspired Deviled Dragon Eggs
In the two years since I started this blog, a fun little pandemic project I call a "Harry Potter lifestyle blog," I've had a chance to make some pretty interesting concoctions. I've brewed Butterbeer (easy) and Polyjuice Potion (also easy, at least for Muggles!) and finally came to understand why Harry loves Treacle Tart so much. But when I saw a similar recipe for deviled dragon eggs recently, I knew I needed to give it a shot here with a special Harry Potter twist...
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15 Delightful Herbology Gifts for Every Harry Potter Fan
Do you have a green thumb? Or maybe a black one but wish it were green? No matter your proficiency with handling plants, it's hard to resist the lure of a magic like Herbology. Just imagine being able to grow magical plants that can help you out of tough situations – like breathing underwater for an hour, or looking impressive when your crush comes to say hi...
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Sirius Black Costume: How to Make Your Own at Home
If there's one character that fans of the Harry Potter series universally love, it's Sirius Black. Loyal as a dog (pun intended), Sirius does his best to live up to his godfather duties after Harry discovers the truth of who's responsible for revealing his parent's whereabouts and causing their death. He provides support, care, and a much-needed parent figure for Harry in the few years they know each other...
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6 Harry Potter Coloring Books for Creative Muggles
While Ravenclaws may be known as the most creative house, we can all enjoy the act of producing art from time to time. That's where these Harry Potter coloring books come in; on these almost-blank pages, you'll find guidance and inspiration for bringing the Wizarding World to life in your own, creative way...
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Veritaserum Recipe: How to Make Muggle Truth Serum
Can you imagine taking a sip of your favorite drink – maybe Pumpkin Juice or Butterbeer – and suddenly feeling the compulsion to share what's on your mind? You might reveal something important... such as the details of an upcoming surprise gift, or your true feelings about someone in your life. That's a little bit scary, right? That's the power of Veritaserum, the powerful truth potion in the Harry Potter series...
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5 Captivating Harry Potter Charm Bracelets
When I was young, I was gifted a charm bracelet; it quickly became one of my most prized possessions, as I added charms from my travels, adventures, and important life moments. Charm bracelets are a wonderful way to honor and wear the important parts of our lives, which is why Harry Potter charm bracelets are a perfect addition to your jewelry collection (or gift for someone in your life who loves Harry Potter)...
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Moaning Myrtle Costume: How to Make Your Own at Home
For someone who lives in a toilet at the entrance to the Chamber of Secrets, it's really no surprise that Moaning Myrtle isn't the most pleasant person and lacks social skills. But many people loved her portrayal in the Harry Potter movies and want to dress up as her, whether for Halloween or your favorite Cosplay event...
