Halloween is approaching, and for many gardeners, it's the perfect opportunity to carve pumpkins or use the fruits of their harvest to set the mood. If you have apples in your garden, why not turn them into Halloween decorations? These spooky apples are not only a great way to use your fruits (especially those that have fallen or been nibbled!), but also a fun activity to share with family. Discover our step-by-step tutorial to create Halloween apples that will surprise your guests.
How to make frightening apples?
1- Walk around your garden and collect the apples that have fallen to the ground. If they are nibbled, bruised, or affected by the codling moth, even better! They will have a naturally spooky appearance, which is ideal for this activity.
2- You can clean your apples with clear water to remove dirt, especially if they are handled by children.
3- Next, let your imagination run wild to transform your apples into monsters:
- Use a knife to carve eyes, a mouth, and any other details that come to mind.
- Nibbled or wormy areas can serve as scars.
- Use cloves as eyes or teeth.
- Collect chestnut or conker husks to create a bristly shell.
- Stick berries, like rose hips, to create globose and monstrous eyes.
- Insert toothpicks or sticks for sharp teeth or scary spikes.
- Add leaves to create terrifying wings or ears.
4- Place your spooky apples around the house for a few days, in strategic spots in your garden or along the path to your home. Let them wither for an even spookier effect!
There you go, your garden is now ready for Halloween! These spooky apples are not only a great way to decorate your outdoor space, but they are also a fun activity to do with family. So, unleash your creativity and don your best witch or wizard outfit!
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