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Hogwarts Castle Amigurumi Pattern

Hogwarts Castle Amigurumi Pattern
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12-15 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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Multi-Day Project

A rewarding 12+ hour journey—perfect for dedicated crafters who love detailed work.

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Cute Companion

An adorable friend to cherish, handcrafted with love to bring comfort and joy for years to come.

About This Hogwarts Castle Amigurumi Pattern

This pattern creates a detailed Hogwarts Castle amigurumi advent calendar with 12 little doors, embroidered windows and a reinforced cardboard inner frame. It combines flat crochet panels, small amigurumi details and simple embroidery to recreate the castle look. The finished castle is a display piece and a fun interactive countdown for the holidays.

Hogwarts Castle Amigurumi Pattern crochet pattern - detailed view of completed project

Includes step-by-step photo guidance for tricky sections and a full materials/tools list. Techniques used include single crochet panels, colour changes, jacquard, and basic assembly with a cardboard frame.

Why You'll Love This Hogwarts Castle Amigurumi Pattern

I absolutely love this pattern because it transforms simple stitches into an intricate miniature castle full of personality. I love the combination of flat panel crochet and small amigurumi elements that make assembly satisfying and tactile. I enjoy the embroidery steps — adding windows and a crest brings the project to life. The final cardboard frame gives the piece a professional, sturdy finish that I always appreciate.

Hogwarts Castle Amigurumi Pattern step 1 - construction progress Hogwarts Castle Amigurumi Pattern step 2 - assembly progress Hogwarts Castle Amigurumi Pattern step 3 - details and accessories Hogwarts Castle Amigurumi Pattern step 4 - final assembly and finishing

Switch Things Up

I love experimenting with colourways, and this pattern is perfect for that — try pastel hues for a soft, whimsical castle or jewel tones for a rich, magical look.

I sometimes use a bulkier yarn and larger hooks to make a chunky, cuddly version; just increase the cardboard frame sizes proportionally.

I often switch the order and colours of the 12 doors to create house-specific themes or alternate colour pairs for a playful pattern.

I add tiny crocheted accessories like scarves, hats or tiny brooms to tuck behind certain doors for extra surprises.

I use embroidery floss to vary window styles — satin stitch, backstitch and small French knots will change the character of each wall.

I sometimes replace the cardboard with thin plywood for a very sturdy heirloom version if I want a heavier, long-lasting piece.

I recommend trying different magnet sizes or snap fasteners if you need a stronger roof closure for display in high-traffic areas.

I like to personalize doors with initials or tiny appliques using the same golden floss technique for a family advent set.

I vary the beads under each door — wooden or metallic — to match the overall aesthetic and make opening each door tactilely satisfying.

I also add LEDs behind a few windows for a subtle night-time glow; just hide a small battery pack inside the cardboard frame for an illuminated display.

Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them

✗ Skipping the stitch marker at the beginning of rows can cause misalignment; mark the first single crochet of each row to keep your counting accurate. ✗ Not changing colours carefully will leave messy edges; work the half-stitch colour technique as described to get a clean seam between colours. ✗ Overstuffing or uneven stuffing makes shapes look lumpy and distorted; stuff gradually and adjust while sewing pieces together for a smooth finish. ✗ Ignoring the cardboard inner frame instructions will make the castle flimsy; cut and glue the cardboard precisely and insert it before final sewing for structure. ✗ Not testing magnet polarity may lead to a roof that won’t close; pre-try each neodymium magnet orientation before fixing them to the roof and ceiling.

Hogwarts Castle Amigurumi Pattern

Create a magical Hogwarts Castle amigurumi advent calendar that doubles as charming holiday decor and a keepsake toy. This pattern walks you through crochet panels, embroidered details, removable doors and a cardboard inner frame for sturdy structure. You will enjoy step-by-step photos and clear shaping instructions to build a memorable handcrafted countdown for the season.

Intermediate 12-15 Hours

Materials Needed for Hogwarts Castle Amigurumi Pattern

— Main Fabric

  • 01
    Yarn A: YarnArt Jeans color 03, 160 m/50 gr — Sport (12 wpi) | 2 skeins (main body, white/cream)
  • 02
    Yarn B: YarnArt Jeans color 46, 160 m/50 gr — Sport (12 wpi) | 1.5 skeins (roof grey)
  • 03
    Yarn C: YarnArt Jeans color 66, 160 m/50 gr — Sport (12 wpi) | less than 1 skein (burgundy)
  • 04
    Yarn D: YarnArt Jeans color 52, 160 m/50 gr — Sport (12 wpi) | less than 1 skein (green)
  • 05
    Yarn E: YarnArt Jeans color 84, 160 m/50 gr — Sport (12 wpi) | less than 1 skein (gold/yellow)
  • 06
    Yarn F: YarnArt Jeans color 16, 160 m/50 gr — Sport (12 wpi) | less than 1 skein (blue)
  • 07
    Golden metalized threads mouline Gamma color M33 — 2 pcs (for house crest and details)
  • 08
    Black, brown and yellow mouline threads for embroidery (quantities as listed: black threads mouline; yellow threads mouline 5 pcs; brown threads mouline 2 pcs)

— Tools Required

  • 01
    Crochet hook 1.75 mm (for crocheting castle panels and main construction)
  • 02
    Crochet hook 1.5 mm (for crocheting small squares, house crest, crossbar and peaks)
  • 03
    Golden metalized threads mouline 'Gamma' color M33, 2 pcs
  • 04
    Black threads mouline for embroidery
  • 05
    Yellow threads mouline for windows and accents (approx. 5 pcs)
  • 06
    Brown threads mouline for frames (2 pcs)
  • 07
    Needles for cutting - with a bead on the end (for fixing parts before sewing)
  • 08
    Pin or stitch marker
  • 09
    Water soluble cross stitch canvas (for embroidering numbers)
  • 10
    Golden beads, diameter 6 mm, 12 pcs
  • 11
    Super Glue 'Moment'
  • 12
    Cardboard, thickness 1.25 mm, 2 sheets of A3 format (for inner frame and partitions)
  • 13
    Yarn needle (thick needle with blunt end)
  • 14
    Scissors
  • 15
    Sewing needle
  • 16
    Round-nose pliers
  • 17
    Neodymium magnets, diameter 5 mm, 6 pcs
  • 18
    Floral wire, diameter 1.6 mm — approx 18 cm (to reinforce crossbar)
  • 19
    Stitch markers
  • 20
    Electrical tape (to secure wire ends)

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— Conventions :

Info :

l – loop = chain; sc – single crochet; sl st – slip stitch; inc – increase; dec – decrease; (...) – total number of loops in a round; [...]xN – repeat what is indicated in round brackets N times.

— Castle - WALLS AND FLOOR (Yarn A) :

Round 1 :

25 loops, turning, 24sc (starting from the 2nd loop from the hook) (24l)

Round 2 :

1 loop, turning, 22sc, [inc]x2 (26l)

Round 3 :

1 loop, turning, inc, 25sc (27l)

Round 4 :

1 loop, turning, 25sc, [inc]x2 (29l)

Round 5 :

1 loop, turning, inc, 28sc (30l)

Round 6 :

1 loop, turning, 28sc, [inc]x2 (32l)

Round 7 :

1 loop, turning, inc, 31sc (33l)

Round 8 :

1 loop, turning, 31sc, [inc]x2 (35l)

Round 9 :

1 loop, turning, inc, 34sc (36l)

Round 10 :

1 loop, turning, 34sc, [inc]x2 (38l)

Round 11 :

1 loop, turning, inc, 37sc (39l)

Round 12 :

1 loop, turning, 37sc, dec (38l)

Round 13 :

1 loop, turning, [dec]x2, 34sc (36l)

Round 14 :

1 loop, turning, 34sc, dec (35l)

Round 15 :

1 loop, turning, [dec]x2, 31sc (33l)

Round 16 :

1 loop, turning, 31sc, dec (32l)

Round 17 :

1 loop, turning, [dec]x2, 28sc (30l)

Round 18 :

1 loop, turning, 28sc, dec (29l)

Round 19 :

1 loop, turning, [dec]x2, 25sc (27l)

Round 20 :

1 loop, turning, 25sc, dec (26l)

Round 21 :

1 loop, turning, [dec]x2, 22sc (24l)

Round 22 :

21 loops, turning, 44sc (44l) (see photos 1, 2)

Round 23 :

21 loops, turning, 64sc (64l) (see photos 3, 4)

Rounds 24-73 :

1 loop, turning, 64sc (64l) (see photos 5, 6)

Round 74 :

1 loop, turning, 44sc – don’t crochet this row to the end (44l)

Round 75 :

23 loops, turning, 66sc (66l) (see photos 7-9)

Rounds 76-98 :

1 loop, turning, 66sc (66l)

Round 99 :

1 loop, turning, 46sc – don’t crochet this row to the end (46l)

Rounds 100-122 :

1 loop, turning, 46sc (46l) (see photo 10)

Round 123 :

1 loop, turning, 22sc – don’t crochet this row to the end (22l)

Rounds 124-169 :

1 loop, turning, 22sc (22l) (see photo 11)

Info :

Cut and fix the thread, leaving a very long end for sewing. Turn over the detail to the front side (see photo 12).

Info :

Make the embroidery with mouline threads. Embroider big window with a satin stitch with yellow color on the side wall (see photos 13-17). Embroider the frame on the window with brown thread (see photo 18). Embroider 3 small windows on the tower (see photos 19-21). Embroider the door with a satin stitch with brown color on the side wall (see photos 22-24). Embroider 8 windows on the back wall (see photos 25-27).

— CLOCK :

Round 1 :

Yarn A 1: 2 loops, 6sc in 2nd loop from hook (amigurumi ring) (6l)

Round 2 :

[inc]x6 (12l)

Round 3 :

[sc, inc]x6 (18l)

Info :

Change the thread to Yarn B. To get a beautiful line when changing color in the next round crochet the sc in this way - half of the sc with white thread, and the other half with grey (Yarn A + Yarn B), see photo 28.

Round 4 :

[2sc, inc]x6 (Yarn A + Yarn B) (24l)

Info :

Next crochet with Yarn B only, cut the Yarn A.

Round 5 :

[3sc, inc]x6 (30l)

Info :

Cut and fix the thread leaving a long end for sewing. Embroider the hands and dial with black threads floss (see photo 29). Sew a clock above the door (see photo 30).

— HOUSE CREST :

Info :

Crochet the house crest with 1.75 mm hook along rows. Use video help to crochet 6, 12, 13 and 20 rows.

Yarn C - Round 1 :

3 loops, turning, 2sc (starting from the 2nd loop from the hook) (2l)

Round 2 :

4 loops, turning, 4sc, inc (6l) (see photos 31, 32)

Round 3 :

1 loop, turning, dec, 4sc (5l)

Round 4 :

1 loop, turning, 3sc, dec (4l)

Round 5 :

1 loop, turning, 4sc (4l)

Info :

Change the thread to Yarn D. To get a beautiful line when changing color in the next round crochet the sc in this way - half of the sc with burgundy thread, and the other half with green (Yarn C + Yarn D), see photos 33-35.

Round 6 :

1 loop, turning, 4sc (Yarn C + Yarn D) (4l)

Info :

Next crochet with Yarn D only.

Yarn D - Round 7 :

1 loop, turning, 4sc (4l)

Round 8 :

1 loop, turning, 3sc, inc (5l)

Round 9 :

1 loop, turning, inc, 4sc (6l)

Round 10 :

1 loop, turning, 4sc, dec (5l)

Round 11 :

1 loop, turning, 2sc (2l) – don’t crochet this row to the end.

Round 12 :

5sc (Yarn C + Yarn E), 5sc (Yarn D + Yarn F) (10l) Don’t cut Yarn C and Yarn D.

Round 13 :

1 loop, turning, 5sc (Yarn F), 5sc (Yarn E) (10l) (see photos 43, 44)

Round 14 :

1 loop, turning, inc, 4sc (Yarn E), 4sc, inc (Yarn F) (12l) (see photo 45)

Round 15 :

1 loop, turning, 6sc (Yarn F), 6sc (Yarn E) (12l)

Round 16 :

1 loop, turning, 2 sl st, 4sc (Yarn E), 4sc (Yarn F) – don’t crochet this row to the end.

Round 17 :

1 loop, turning, 4sc (Yarn F), 4sc (Yarn E) (8l)

Round 18 :

1 loop, turning, [dec]x2 (Yarn E), [dec]x2 (Yarn F) (4l)

Round 19 :

1 loop, turning, dec (Yarn F), dec (Yarn E) (2l)

Round 20 :

1 loop, turning, dec. Change the thread to golden mouline threads (see photo 46).

Info :

Next crochet the detail around the perimeter in a counter-clockwise direction from the point 'Start' using jacquard technique for changing color (see photos 47, 48) – 10sc (Yarn F + golden mouline threads), 11sc (Yarn D + golden mouline threads), 11sc (Yarn C + golden mouline threads), 10sc (Yarn E + golden mouline threads), sl st in the 1st dec (Yarn E + golden mouline threads) (43l).

Info :

Embroider and fix the lines with golden mouline threads (see photos 49-51). Steam the house crest with an iron.

— SQUARE (Golden mouline threads) :

Info :

Crochet the square with 1.5 mm hook along rows.

Round 1 :

4 loops, turning, 3sc (starting from the 2nd loop from the hook) (3l)

Rounds 2-3 :

1 loop, turning, 3sc (3l)

Round 4 :

3sc down, 3sc straight, 3sc up, 3sc straight (12l)

Info :

Next crochet the detail around the perimeter in a counter-clockwise direction (see photo 52, 53). Cut and fix the thread leaving a long end for sewing. Embroider the letter 'H' with black floss threads in the middle. Sew the square to the center of the house crest (see photo 54-56). Sew the house crest to the castle (see photo 57).

— ASSEMBLAGE AND CARDBOARD FRAME :

Info :

Sew the walls and floor as shown on photos 58-66. Tip: To get a beautiful seam, you must constantly insert the needle from the inside to the outside direction.

Info :

Below is a drawing of the castle inner frame, which must be cut out of cardboard. Press the fold lines with the back of the needle using a ruler (see photos 67-69). Insert the partitions 1 and 2 and glue the frame with 'Moment' superglue (see photos 70-72).

— PARTITIONS, 2 pcs (Yarn A) :

Round 1 :

Crochet the partitions with 1.75 mm hook along rows. 5 loops, turning, 4sc (starting from the 2nd loop from the hook) (4l)

Rounds 2-72 :

1 loop, turning, 4sc (4l)

Info :

Cut and fix the thread leaving a long end for sewing (see photo 79). Place the frame inside the castle and sew the details, as shown on photos 80-82. Sew on the partitions (see photos 83-87).

— CROSSBAR (Yarn A) :

Info :

Crochet crossbar with a hook 1.5 mm. You need to divide the thread in half! At the beginning leave the long end of the thread; it will be needed for sewing.

Round 1 :

2 loops, 4sc in 2nd loop from hook (amigurumi ring) (4l)

Rounds 2-50 :

4sc (4l)

Info :

Cut and fix the thread, leaving a long end for sewing. Cut off a piece of wire approximately 18 cm (7.1 inches) long. Pull wire through the crossbar (see photo 89). Use a needle to make 2 holes in the frame (see photos 90, 91). Pull the sewing threads and wire through the holes (see photo 92). Bend the ends of wire and wrap electrical tape around it to prevent end from protruding out (see photos 93-96). Sew the crossbar to the walls, trim and fasten the thread (see photos 97-99).

— DOORS, 12 pcs :

Info :

The doors are crocheted with 1.75 mm hook using Yarn C, D, E, F (3 doors of each color).

Round 1 :

11 loops, turning, 10sc (starting from the 2nd loop from the hook) (10l)

Round 2 :

1 loop, turning, 4sc, skip 2 stitches, crochet 2 loops, 4sc (10l)

Info :

After this row we got the hole for the bead (see photos 100-102).

Rounds 3-10 :

1 loop, turning, 10sc (10l)

Info :

Next crochet the door around the perimeter in a counter-clockwise direction from the point 'Start' (see photo 103) – [9sc, inc]x3 (Yarn C/D/E/F), 9sc, inc (Yarn C/D/E/F + Yarn A)*(44l). Use the half-sc colour change technique shown in photos 104-105 to get a neat edge.

Info :

Below is a picture used to embroider the numbers on the doors. Fix the canvas to the door with the needle for cutting (see photo 108). Use 4 threads of golden metalized threads mouline and embroider the outline of the number using backstitch (see photo 109). Then embroider the inside of the number with fill stitches (see photo 110). Rinse embroidery under running water and gently peel off the canvas (see photos 111).

Info :

Glue the cardboard to the wrong side of the door (see photos 112, 113). Sew the beads to the partitions under the door's holes with golden thread floss (see photos 118-120). Sew the doors to the castle (see photos 114-117).

— ROOF (Yarn B) :

Round 1 :

49 loops, turning, 48sc (starting from the 2nd loop from the hook) (48l)

Rounds 2-36 :

loops, turning, 48sc only through back loops (48l)

Info :

Cut and fix the thread, leaving a long end for sewing. Below is a drawing of the roof inner frame, which must be cut out of cardboard. Glue the cardboard to the crocheted roof (see photos 121, 122). Sew two sides of the roof to the walls (see photos 123, 124). Glue neodymium magnets on the edge of the roof and on the ceiling (pre-try them so that they are well magnetized when closing, see photos 125, 126).

— PEAKS, 5 pcs :

Round 1 :

Crochet the peaks with a hook 1.5 mm. 2 loops, 4sc in 2nd loop from hook (amigurumi ring) (4l)

Round 2 :

[sc, inc]x2 (6l)

Round 3 :

[2sc, inc]x2 (8l)

Round 4 :

[3sc, inc]x2 (10l)

Round 5 :

[4sc, inc]x2 (12l)

Round 6 :

[5sc, inc]x2 (14l) Change the thread to Yarn A.

Info :

To get a beautiful line when changing color in the next round crochet the sc in this way - half of the sc with grey thread, and the other half with white (Yarn B + Yarn A), see photo 127.

Round 7 :

5sc, skip 2 stitches, 5sc, skip 2 stitches (Yarn B + Yarn A) (10l)

Rounds 8-10 :

10sc (10l)

Round 11 :

2sc – don’t crochet this round to the end. Cut and fix the thread, leaving a long end for sewing. Sew the peaks to the roof (see photos 128, 129).

Assembly Instructions

  • Sew the walls and floor panels together following the photo guide, then press and fold the cardboard inner frame and insert it into the crocheted shell before closing seams.
  • Glue the cardboard frame pieces and partitions together with super glue 'Moment', insert the frame inside the castle and sew the crocheted details to secure it in place.
  • Insert the wire through the crocheted crossbar, thread it through the prepared holes in the frame, bend and tape the wire ends and sew the crossbar to the walls for stability.
  • Glue the cardboard panel inside the crocheted roof, sew roof sides to the castle walls and glue neodymium magnets to the roof edge and ceiling so the roof closes magnetically.
  • Sew the partitions and attach the 12 crocheted doors to the front; glue cardboard pieces to the wrong side of each door and sew golden beads under the holes as closures.

Important Notes

  • 💡Use a stitch marker at the beginning of each row to keep track of the first stitch and avoid misaligned rounds.
  • 💡Work with consistent tension and avoid overstuffing - too much stuffing can distort the shape and make seams difficult to close.
  • 💡Pin and align all parts before sewing them permanently so you can adjust placement for symmetry and a neat final look.
  • 💡When changing colors use the half-stitch technique described to produce a neat colour join and reduce visible gaps at the seam.
  • 💡Pre-test the polarity of magnets before gluing to ensure the roof closes correctly and securely.

This Hogwarts Castle amigurumi pattern guides you through a charming, tactile Advent calendar project with embroidered details and removable doors. The finished piece is both a festive display and a keepsake that kids and adults will adore. Make it special with golden threads, tiny beads and a magnetic roof for magical openings. 🧶✨

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FAQs

What size will the finished piece be?

The size of the finished castle is approximately 24.5 x 7.5 x 27 cm (9.65 x 2.95 x 10.63 inches) when using the recommended yarn and hook sizes.

Can I use different yarn weights for this pattern?

Yes, you can use different yarn weights, but the final size will change and you should adjust hook sizes and cardboard dimensions accordingly to maintain fit for doors and frames.

Do I need prior crochet experience for this pattern?

This pattern is rated intermediate; basic single crochet, increases, decreases and working in rows is required, along with experience changing colours and embroidery basics.

How long will this project take to complete?

Most crafters complete this detailed project in about 12-15 hours spread over multiple sessions, depending on experience and pace.