This quick, no-fuss Halloween craft is equal parts spooky and sweet. It's perfect for little makers, party favours or treat-night surprises.
Forget fancy, time-consuming decorations—this super-cute Halloween craft only requires a little glue and some quality time with the kids to meet its candy-hauling potential. Or, fill them with treats, stickers or whatever small treasures you’ve got on hand, and you’ve got yourself a fang-tastic little gift for classmates, party guests or trick-or-treaters.
What You'll Need for Batty Bag Halloween Craft
fabric grocery bag
8×10 white self-adhesive foam sheet
scissors
6 black feathers (3 different sizes)
3 black medium-sized pompoms
6 googly eyes
white glue
Directions for Batty Bag Halloween Craft
1. Using a pencil, trace the outside of a salad plate onto the back of the foam sheet. Cut out with scissors. Don’t peel off backing just yet.
2. Poke three holes through each foam circle in different spots.
3. Dip the stems of two black feathers in glue and stick through one of the holes. Push the feather stems flat so the ends point in opposite directions on the front of your circle.
4. Glue two googly eyes on each of the pompoms and let dry.
5. Glue one googly-eyed pompom in the centre of each pair of feather “wings” to make the bat bodies.
6. Peel off the adhesive backing on the circle and stick to the front of the fabric shopping bag. Add a pumpkin or other Halloween sticker if you like! (Available at craft or dollar stores near you.)
Originally published in ParentsCanada magazine, October 2012.
