Harry Potter DIY Magic Wands

A few sticks, some plastic embellishments, and a little paint can get you some easy DIY magic wands fit for Harry Potter any other wand-wielding folk. In this tutorial I’ll show you how to make 3 different, but easy DIY magic wands. You can either replicate the wands I’ve made here, or use the techniques for ideas to create your own style of wand.

Easy DIY Magic Wands (For Harry Potter or Other Wizardy Folks)

MATERIALS USED
Wand #1:
A stick or dowel
1 Acorn
Strong Glue (Power-tac)
1 Shoelace
Dark Brown Paint 
Gold Metallic paint and brush

Wand #2
A stick or dowel
String of Gold Pyramid Beads 
Metallic silver puffy paint
Strong Glue (Power-tac)
Metallic gold paint

Wand #3:
A stick or dowel
2 plastic skull rings (found in JoAnn Fabrics)
2 plastic bat rings 
Silver trim ribbon 
Strong Glue (Power-tac)
Flat Black Paint 
Metallic silver paint and brush

I used regular sticks that I picked up in the woods for my magic wands, but if you want something a little smoother, you could also purchase dowels instead. (I just like the price of woodland sticks…free)

Try using things you already have for the details on these. All the embellishments I used for these DIY magic wands were leftover from previous costumes (which is why I always save all my old pieces of trim, etc). And I already had all the paints on hand as well, so I was able to make my wands for absolutely free.

Be sure to leave me a comment below and let me know which wand you would choose, or rather which wand you think would choose you (because as we all know, it’s the wand that chooses the wizard…)

Video tutorial by Amber Reifsteck, The Woodland Elf
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The Woodland Elf

Hey there! I'm Amber, The Woodland Elf. I'm here to teach you how to make cool stuff without spending a lot of money on it. From kick-ass costumes and fun craft projects to off-the-grid living, and organic gardening tutorials, you can learn how to "DIY Your Life," and maybe even help make the planet a little greener in the process. I post new tips and tutorials every week, so check back often.

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