Ah, September 1st! Practically a holiday in and of itself to the Potterhead community (yours truly, included). Who hasn’t fantasized about taking the trip to Kings Cross, slipping through the barrier to Platform 9 and ¾? Or dreamed of taking in the majestic scarlet steam engine that is the Hogwarts Express billowing great clouds of smoke as it readies itself to chug across the green pastures and misty moors of the English countryside to Hogwarts Castle perched deep in the highlands of Scotland.
Who hasn’t envisioned playing a rousing game of Exploding Snap with their friends? Or testing their luck by pulling out a mystery bean from luck-of-the-draw Bertie Bott’s Every Flavour Beans, all while cozied up in the plush comfort of the spacious Hogwarts Express compartments?
Or maybe you’d fancy taking a gamble at getting a Chocolate Frog card that you don’t already have about fifty of at home as the cheerful and plump Trolley Witch strolls by with her cart laden with the wizarding world’s finest sweets.
Whether you’re back to the world’s finest magical school for another exhilarating term, or your Hogwarts years are over and you’re slogging through long hours at the Ministry of Magic, or, worse, having to make do with a more . . . Muggle occupation . . . there are still ways you can celebrate back to Hogwarts!
If you want to take it a step further than marathoning the books and films, playing trivia or Harry Potter clue, or baking up classic British desserts that appear in the series, why not treat yourself (or your friends) to a Potterish gift or two?
These seven Diagon Alley-level enchanting Harry Potter gifts from fan creators will have you feeling all of the magical vibes that come from going back to Hogwarts, even if you’re veritably stranded in the Muggle world.
Let’s get to it!
1. House Tumblers by Not Very Lady Like
Stay hydrated as you navigate the winding corridors and traverse the tricky 142 moving staircases in Hogwarts Castle with Not Very Lady Like’s Hogwarts House Tumblers. Made from 16oz of stainless steel these environmentally-friendly tumblers combine the best of Muggle innovation with the enchanting art of the wizarding world! Whether you’re a loyal Hufflepuff, a witty Ravenclaw, brave Gryffindor, or cunning Slytherin these colorful tumblers showcase the best of what each House has to offer. Featuring House mascots and motifs that represent each house (think plenty of plants for the Herbology-centric Hufflepuff House) there couldn’t be a more stylish way to carry around your Gillywater or ice-cold pumpkin juice.
2. Luna Puff Pin by Mad Unicorn Studios
The cuteness of the wizarding world’s fluffiest critters (Pygmy Puffs!) meets the whimsy of Luna Lovegood in these adorable enamel pins from Mad Unicorn Studios. These dazzlingly delightful pins will add plenty of playful pink sparkle and pinch of magic to whatever you wear. Whether you pop it onto your trusty tote bag, or pin it onto your favorite denim jacket this exceptionally extraordinary accessory is sure to summon up smiles wherever you go. Take caution if you decide to pin this Luna Puff enamel pin onto your robes if you’re going to Care of Magical Creatures though. Those shiny-object-loving Nifflers might just snatch it away faster than you can say “Quidditch!”
3. Brave Magic Tour Tee by Lumos and Luster
Ready to dance like a Hippogriff? Or boogie down like a Unicorn? Get your WRock—that is, Wizard Rock—on with these epic House Magic Tour tees from Lumos and Luster. Emblazoned with the mascots from each House, these bewitching band tees are printed on acid-washed and distressed fabric. In other words, they’re exactly like what you’d snag at a Weird Sister’s concert! Featuring the names of other famous magical schools on its back (oh hey there, Castelobruxo!) and a cheeky reference to the publication date of Harry Potter and The Philosopher’s Stone (1992), this tee will have you cranking up the volume on your Wizarding Wireless Network stereo and busting out all of your dance moves—even if they are limited to spinning around like a crazy elf dancing by themself!
4. Sorting Ceremony Sticker Pack by Ellie Kay Creations
Attending a double Potions lesson in the dreary Hogwarts dungeons gets a little brighter when this trio of Sorting Ceremony Stickers from Ellie Kay Creations is plastered onto your notebook. Whether you choose to surprise yourself by ordering a mystery pack or opt to rep your House by specifically requesting it, these cheerful stickers will take your school books (or whatever you choose to slap them on) from mundane to magical. They’re printed on glossy and heavy-duty vinyl too, which means they can hold up to a Scourgify charm or two.
5. Happiness Can Be Found Throw Pillow by Stella Bookish Art
Whether you’re ready to hit the sack after coming out victorious in a brutal Quidditch match or looking to take a quick afternoon snooze before heading off to a demanding lesson in Ancient Runes, this Happiness Can Be Found Throw Pillow from Stella Bookish Art is a pretty place to lay your head. Featuring one of Headmaster Albus Dumbledore’s most famous quotes (one that is especially relevant as we continue to push through another year of a worldwide pandemic) this pillow adds a pop of color and personality to any dormitory.
6. Back to Hogwarts Hermione Tee by The Magicians Pub
Show off your love for the Brightest Witch of Her Age—the brilliant and bushy-haired Hermione Granger—with this Back to Hogwarts Hermione tee from The Magician’s Pub. This super-soft unisex tee features some of Hermione’s most iconic objects. This tee, a must-have for every Hermione fan, includes her signature phrase (“Books and Cleverness!”), her Ministry-approved Time Turner, S.P.E.W. pin badge, and even her companion cat, the clever and fluffy ginger half-Kneazle Crookshanks.
7. Mini Butterbeer Candle by Que Sera Sera Gifts
Three cheers for Butterbeer! Pull up for a pint with this cute and quirky hand-poured Butterbeer candle from Que Sera Sera Gifts. This magical butterscotch brew is beloved by just about everyone in the wizarding world. Now, even if you can’t apparate to Hogsmeade to The Three Broomsticks pub for a pint of Madame Rosmerta’s famous frothy buttery brew, you can still enjoy the delightful drink. Crafted from soy and scented with a combination of butterscotch, rum, and vanilla essential oils, this sweet treat is topped off with whipped foam sprinkled with ground cinnamon. (Mind you, as tasty as it looks, this decadent mini Butterbeer candle isn’t edible and is just for decoration.)
From stickers to throw pillows, tee-shirts to pins, and everything in between, these seven enchanting wizarding world-inspired gifts from independent artists and fan creators represent the best that the back to Hogwarts celebrations has to offer!
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