Learn how to make a DIY Harry Potter Wand out of sticks from your garden and basic craft supplies. This is a fun tutorial to get ready for Halloween, or as creative play for little kids. Read on for the full instructions on how to make a DIY Harry Potter Wand.
DIY Harry Potter Wand
Our family really loves Harry Potter. Last summer we started reading the book series to my daughter. She loves the novels but we stopped at book 5 because they start to get a bit scary as the series goes on. I have continued on my own and am almost done book 6. If you have only watched the movies I would definitely recommend reading the series. They are so much better than the films.
Today we are making homemade DIY Harry Potter Wands. They can be used as any kind of witch or wizard wand- not just Harry Potter.
Kids will love to make these for Halloween or for play time. Plus, you can get them outdoors foraging for sticks to use to make their wands.
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Supplies for DIY Harry Potter Wand Craft
- 6 Sticks in desired width and length
- Hot glue gun and extra glue sticks
- Latex craft paint
- Gems and rhinestones
- Glitter
- Suede or ribbon
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Directions for DIY Wood Wizard Wands
Start with a clean dry stick. Search your yard or a local park for for sticks or branches you can trim down.
Apply hot glue onto the stick in a pattern of your choice. Swirling it around the wood.
Glue on rhinestones or gems.
After the glue has completely dried paint the stick and add glitter if you like.
Once the paint is dry wrap suede strips or ribbon around the handle.
Wait a couple of hours for the wand to dry completely and then it's time to start practicing magic!
DIY Harry Potter Wand with Sticks
Materials
- 6 Sticks in desired width and length
- Hot glue gun glue sticks
- Paint
- Gems
- Glitter
- Ribbon, Rope, Suede
Tools
- Hot glue gun
Instructions
- Lay out supplies to ensure you have everything needed and prep the craft area with newspaper or crafting paper to protect your work area.
Use the hot glue gun and apply glue on the bottom ⅓ of the stick to make the handle. Apply the glue around the stick several times to add texture and grip.
Use the hot glue to apply gems and adjust the shape of the wand if needed.
Paint the handle, and the top of the wand in desired color. Set aside for a few minutes to dry.
Use metallic paint to lightly brush over raised areas to give it an antique look. Set aside for a few minutes to dry.
Use the modge podge and glitter to add a bit of sparkle if you would like, and finish embellishing the wands with gems, ribbon, rope and suede.
Let dry overnight or use a hairdryer if you are in a hurry to use magic!
Notes
When picking sticks, don’t choose anything too perfect! The knobs and imperfections are perfect for giving these witch and wizard wands a rustic feel.
But sure to choose sticks with tight bark. This will ensure your creation doesn’t flake apart.
Use the hot glue to sculpt your want into new shapes! When you pile up many layers, you can make jewels look deep set or make certain areas wider.
