Molly's Sketchbook: Candy Corn Trick or Treat Bags

Halloween celebrates many things, ghosts and goblins, the crisp Fall weather, and of course candy! I wanted to make a quick and easy set of bags for all that trick or treating loot but I was having trouble coming up with a good idea that said "Halloween". After much brainstorming Joelle, Page, and I had an Ah-Ha moment: we could make them in a candy corn shape!

Even though it is the simplest of candies (they are basically made of sugar, and appropriately, corn syrup) I have a soft spot for candy corn. They are such a fun shape and I love their sunny colors. For me they signify Halloween and the Fall, and despite their meager ingredients I love the way they taste!  Plus I thought the idea of putting candy into a candy shaped container was cool!

To make the bags I used our beautiful 100% wool felt. It comes in the most lovely saturated colors and needs no hemming. The finished bags are about 10-inches deep so they can hold a lot of candy, and since it's made from sturdy all natural materials they can be used for years to come. These are so quick and easy and make Trick or Treating all the more special! 

If you'd like to make a set for your Trick or Treat troupe please check out my Candy Corn Trick or Treat Bag Project Journal right here. --Molly

Comments

[Lisa]

They would make cute hats, too!

I loooove candy corn. It's addicting.

[Maria]

I LOVE these!! I'm making some TODAY!!

[Courtney]

This could be cute in Kona Solids too. Of course then you'd have to line it. (Quilted would even be nice)

[Stephanie in Michigan]

Just wanted you to know that I reblogged this today. I think it's an adorable project. http://peasinapod.typepad.com/peas-in-a-pod/2010/10/mollys-sketchbook-candy-corn-trick-or-treat-bags-knitting-crochet-sewing-crafts-patterns-and-ideas-the-purl-bee.html

[Loretta]

Very fun project. I love Halloween.

[Emilyh]

So darling!! So creative!! Keep up the great work. I love your ideas!

[China bag]

Very funny.

[Melissa]

Love this! I made this into a hat for my 2 month old for Halloween. So cute, it was a big hit. Not the best job but hey, I'm amazed I found the time to make it. Photo here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/58892138@N00/5179544363/.