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I want to hold a Harry Potter party, but I don't know any other Potterheads. How can I get other people into Harry Potter?

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You could invite them to your house a few weeks before the party and you could watch the films. This might cause them to want to read the books. At the very least they'll have some knowledge of Harry Potter before your party.

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How can I make sure people are happy about the house they're in, and should I put my friend in Gryffindor with me when I think she's a Hufflepuff or Ravenclaw?

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Put her in her true house. Try to convince her her own house is better than she thinks.

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What will my costume be if I'm planning the party?

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That's up to you. I would dress as Hermione Granger and wear a Hogwarts robe, but it's your choice.

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What if I accidentally invite someone who doesn't read Harry Potter?

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That's fine! Just make clear to them that this is a Harry Potter party, and they don't have to come if they're not interested, but they are welcome to come if they want to. If they are interested, you can explain Harry Potter to them and teach them the games.

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Where do I find Harry Potter songs?

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Search online. Hedgwig's theme, and other songs are on YouTube. Put together a playlist for the party.

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What is a good movie to watch at a slumber party before going to sleep?

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Harry Potter is a great movie for slumber parties. It has really beautiful cinematography and has great music to fall asleep to.

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I was thinking about doing the Yule Ball, but my parents will think I'm doing a prom. How do I explain it to them?

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Just tell them about Yule Ball. As long as you have their permission, it doesn't really matter if they understand the theme.

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How do I decorate my bedroom for a sleepover if my friends are members of different houses?

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You can use things with all the houses on it, or just use the logos from the Ministry of Magic or Hogwarts.

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What if my friends don't like the house they're put in?

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Tell them to cope, the sorting hat is never wrong. Also, explain to them the importance of their house and its good qualities, you might be able to change their minds about it.

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How can I get people to wear Harry Potter robes if they don't have them and don't want to get them?

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Tell them to wear a white shirt and gray pants/skirt and a tie. They’ll look more HP-ish than you expect!

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What are good decorations for the house if I'm the hostess?

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You could make house banners for Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw and Slytherin, among other things.

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My room is quite small to decorate. What can I do?

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You could put up cool posters, like ones of the four houses. If you have the books, you could put them in different places around your room.

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What should I do about allergies?

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Ask your friends ahead of time what they're allergic to, if they don't know ask their parents. If anything contains any obvious allergens like peanuts, you might want to label the food item just to be safe.

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What do I do if a non-Harry Potter fan comes to the party and keeps following me because they want me to explain everything when I am busy?

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Explain everything to them. They're just trying to be involved in the party, it would be very rude to ignore them or not help them have fun. Be happy they came to your party!

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What if the space you use isn't a place that you could decorate easily?

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You could just make banners of different Hogwarts houses.

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Who is a good character to dress up as if I'm a girl?

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Hermione Granger. She is smart and knows all the spells. She is a Gryffindor, which means she is brave and loyal.

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Can I use a stuffed animal for a magical creature?

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Absolutely! You can use, make, buy, or alter stuffed animals for any party.

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How do I host a slumber party?

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Use the tips in the article! You can have a movie marathon overnight, and order pizza or whatever your guests like. Tell everybody to come in costume and decorate your house like Hogwarts!

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What if my house is too far from the other Potterheads?

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Real Potterheads will go almost anywhere, so don‘t worry about it. They will come to you. You can also have a Potter party and invite some non Potterheads to have fun as well.

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What can you do if you do not have any of these items?

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Ask some friends to bring the necessary items over to your house.

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Can I make my own uniform? And I should I sort people into houses?

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Yes, you can definitely make your own uniform. Sort people based on their personalities and the characteristics that define each house.

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What is a great costume for my brother?

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He should be Draco Malfoy or Harry Potter since he's a boy. Harry's in Gryffindor and Draco's in Slytherin.

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How do I tell a friend who doesn't read the books?

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Just let them know that you'll be having a Harry Potter party and offer to lend them the books if they want to read them before the party. If not, you could also offer to have a movie marathon with them so at least they can see the films. Even if they don't love Harry Potter, they can still have a great time with you at the party.

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Can you think of a costume that is Potter related?

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Yes. Take a big black or grey sweatshirt, then get a scarf in the colors of your house. Wear black leggings. You are all set! If you want to do a specific character, then search up their hairstyle.

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How can I adapt this to make it suitable for wheelchair users?

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They can commentate on the Quidditch match, but nothing else is unsuitable for handicapped people.

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My friend isn't allowed to watch Harry Potter but I want her to come to my party. What should I do?

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If her mom won't let her, then she can't. Obviously, you don't want to leave her out of the fun, so just have some time to simply sit and chat. Consider it as being in the common rooms. You can invent a room for all houses to get together if you like!

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Can I have a Harry Potter party even if some of my friends don't like it?

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Yes. It is your party, after all. Just make it clear it is a Harry Potter party. Also, don't forget to ask them about any food allergies they may have.

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How do I include magical creatures for a party?

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Dress up a willing sibling or pet as your favorite creature or make cardboard cutouts and arrange these around the party room. Don't force a sibling or pet to do anything they don't want to do.

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Where can I find a recipe for Butterbeer?

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There are many recipes on the internet, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic. You could also buy a Harry Potter cookbook and find that recipe along with many others for your party.

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How do I make the Tri-Wizard cup?

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Use newspaper and paper mache and mold it around a wine glass.

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