Crochet Harry Potter Snitch Masterclass

Materials

Gather your supplies to create your very own magical Golden Snitch amigurumi! This Harry Potter-inspired crochet project is perfect for fans and crafters alike.

Alize Velluto yarn – Colors 02 (mustard for the ball) and 62 (milk for the wings)
Crochet Hook – 5 mm
Stuffing (polyester fiberfill)
Large-eyed needle (tapestry needle)
Stitch markers

Abbreviations

Familiarize yourself with these standard crochet abbreviations to follow the pattern smoothly:

MR: Magic Ring
SC: Single Crochet
CH: Chain Stitch
INC: Increase (2 single crochet in one stitch)
DEC: Decrease (single crochet two stitches together)
(*): Repeat the instructions in parentheses the specified number of times.
Number in parentheses at end of row: Total number of stitches for that row.

Crochet Instructions: Crafting Your Golden Snitch

The Ball (Mustard Color Yarn)

This forms the spherical body of your Golden Snitch. Use the mustard-colored Alize Velluto yarn for this section.

Round 1: 6 single crochet (sc) in a Magic Ring (MR). (6 stitches)
Round 2: 6 increases (inc). (12 stitches)
Round 3: (1 sc, inc) repeated 6 times. (18 stitches)
Rounds 4-6: 18 sc in each round. (3 rows total)
Round 7: (1 sc, dec) repeated 6 times. (12 stitches)
Begin stuffing the ball, ensuring the filling is evenly distributed from the center to the edges to maintain a good spherical shape.
Round 8: 6 decreases (dec). (6 stitches)

To close the opening: Thread your large-eyed needle through the 6 front loops, inserting from the right side. Pull tight to close the hole. Make a couple of securing stitches and hide the yarn tail inside the piece for a neat finish.

The Wings (Milk Color Yarn)

Create two identical wings using the milk-colored Alize Velluto yarn. These delicate wings give the Snitch its iconic look.

Start by chaining 10 stitches (ch).
Working into the second chain from your hook, make 9 sc across the chain.
Row 2: Chain 1 (ch), turn your work, then make 6 sc.
Row 3: Chain 1 (ch), turn your work, then make 6 sc.
Row 4: Chain 1 (ch), turn your work, then make 3 sc.
Row 5: Chain 1 (ch), turn your work, then make 3 sc.
Chain 1 (ch), then along the short side of the wing, make 3 decreases (dec).
Chain 1 (ch), turn your work, then crochet a triple decrease (dc3tog or similar-looking technique to combine 3 stitches into one).

Fasten off the yarn, cut, and leave a long tail. This tail will be used for sewing the wing onto the ball. Repeat these steps to create a second wing.

Assembly and Finishing

Now it’s time to bring your Golden Snitch to life by attaching the wings to the ball.

Using the long yarn tails left on the wings and your large-eyed needle, carefully sew each wing onto opposite sides of the crochet ball.
Position the wings between rows 4 and 5 of the ball for the most accurate Snitch appearance.
Once both wings are securely attached, weave in and hide all remaining yarn threads inside the ball for a clean and professional finish.

Your magical Golden Snitch is now complete

Tips for Beginners

If you’re new to amigurumi or crochet, this “Snitch” pattern is a fantastic project to build your skills. Don’t be discouraged if your first attempts aren’t perfect. Practice makes progress!

Use Stitch Markers: Especially for the ball, place a stitch marker at the beginning of each round to keep track of your stitches and rounds.
Count Your Stitches: Always count your stitches at the end of each round to ensure you have the correct number, preventing mistakes later on.
Even Tension: Try to maintain consistent tension throughout your crocheting for a neater, more uniform fabric.
Stuffing: Don’t overstuff or understuff. The ball should be firm but not stretched to show the stuffing.
Yarn Choice: Alize Velluto is a chunky, soft yarn that works up quickly, making this a satisfying project for beginners.

Enjoy your handcrafted piece of the wizarding world