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Hocus Pocus 2 Release Date Finally Revealed By Disney!

5/17/2022

Disney have finally revealed the release date of Hocus Pocus 2!

At todays upfront presentation Disney not only revealed the release date but also shared a new image and footage from the sequel.

Hocus Pocus 2 will hit Disney+ on September 30th 2022!
The footage shown during the upfront presentation revealed two girls lighting the Black Flame Candle as the witches return and Wini screams "Lock up your children! Salem, we're back!".

The footage also revealed one of the musical numbers included in the film which is a cover of Elton John's The Bitch is Back, aptly now changed to The Witch Is Back. Billy Butcherson was also shown in the footage, along with new characters too.

Now we FINALLY know the release date, we can officially let the countdown BEGIN!

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Funkoween 2022: Spirit Halloween Reveal New Hocus Pocus Movie Moments Pop!

5/17/2022

It's Funkoween! One of my favourite times of the year has arrived which means lots of new and exciting spooky Funko Pops will be announced over the next 3 days (17th-19th).

One of the first announcements comes from Spirit Halloween who have revealed a brand new Movie Moments Pop!

This new Pop features the Sanderson Sisters recreating their "I Put A Spell On You" scene and is priced at $39.99.

This is currently showing as an early July 2022 release date from Spirit Halloween.

The Pop figure will also land in the UK and Europe later this year via Shop Disney.

Funko also revealed today that a new Tricks and Wits Card Game will also be released this August. The new card game is available from multiple stores including Amazon and Funko.

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Disney Announce Hocus Pocus In Concert UK Tour

5/17/2022

Disney have announced Hocus Pocus in concert! This brand new tour will stop in five different cities across the United Kingdom and will feature the film being shown alongside a live orchestra, who will be recreating the incredible score by John Debney.

The tour will start in Glasgow on October 23rd and will end in Nottingham on October 28th.

Pre-sale tickers will go on sale via Disney Tickets Wednesday May 18th and general general will be available Friday May 20th via Ticketmaster.

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New Hocus Hocus and Halloween Disney Parks Merchandise Preview

4/28/2022

This week Disney have been sharing heaps of updates with regards to Disney Parks as part of their Halfway to Halloween Celebration.

One of the biggest announcements so far is that Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party is finally returning to the part and will once again include the Hocus Pocus themed Villain Spelltacular!
The Spelltacular features a park exclusive Sanderson Sister storyline and due to the pandemic, has been cancelled the past two years but it's back and by the looks of it... better than ever!

With the announcement of the returning Halloween Party, Disney have also revealed a whole bunch of brand new Halloween merchandise that will be available later this year. Everything pictured will be available from Disney Parks and ShopDisney over the next few months, with the return of the Spelltacular and MNSSHP returning this August.

Hocus Pocus

Hocus Pocus merchandise was definitely at the top of my list I was looking forward to seeing this year and Disney definitely have not disappointed!

Available later this year, you'll be able to get your hands on a. new Sanderson Sisters "Trouble is Brewing" tumbler, ceramic double sided cauldron, light up Binx Cauldron and large Hocus Pocus cauldron with spoon cup too!

Mickey and Friends Halloween Merchandise

Disney Halloween just wouldn't be Disney Halloween without Mickey and so this year Disney are releasing new Mickey ears and caps, a brand new Spirit Jersey, Pajama Sets and an adorable Halloween Loungefly bag.

Haunted Mansion and Silly Symphonies

I am OBSESSED with the new Silly Symphonies merchandise and you'll be able to get your claws on a brand new jacket, hoody and crew neck. A cute Haunted Mansion bag will also be available.

The Nightmare Before Christmas

And finally Disney are treating us to even more The Nightmare Before Christmas goodies with new Oogie Boogie themed ears, a new bag, floating Zero and light up party necklace too!

This is only a small handful of what to expect this year from Disney to keep your eyes opened for even more reveals as we creep closer to Halloween.

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Ten Spooky Product Finds For April 2022

4/28/2022

April is very nearly over, which also means we're about to hit the 6 month mark to Halloween. YAY!

The past month has definitely been a spooky month and i've come across so many amazing spooky products that I knew needed to be shared in this month blog post.

Every product in this months post are all from small business, with a handful also specialising in Halloween products too, so be sure to not only check out the feature products but everything else available also.

Halfway to Halloween Range From Hollow Hill Apparel

I'm kicking off this months list with not just one product but an a whole range of new products!

Hollow Hill Apparel is a small business that sells heaps of spooky apparel and this weekend (April 30th) they're launching a brand new Halfway to Halloween collection.

They've been teasing this new release for a while now and I personally cannot wait to see all of the new treats available. One of the product they have been teasing is this 'Lumber Jacks' shirt. The front has an embroidered Jack O'Lantern design with an awesome print on the back too (you'll have to check out their website and instagram for more pics ;).

You can check out all of the current products available right here and also follow on instagram here too!

Serving Plates

These plates are absolutely brilliant! The plates feature one of five different designs, including this 'Please Don't Summon Demons In The House" design and are also available in two different sizes.

All I can picture is an entire set of these being used for a fancy dinner party... they'd be a great talking point!

Grab this design and check out the others available right here.

Pumpkin Mat

This find was a very nice surprise, mainly for the fact it's from a UK seller!

This Pumpkin Mat is perfect for your bathroom, bedroom, hallway, crypt, torture chamber.... the possibilities are endless and it's also made from 100% cotton too!

There's also a matching Black Cat design available if too if Pumpkins are not really your thing.

You can check out both mats right here.

Iridescent Glass Bat

Can you believe we're nearly halfway through spring already? Although i'm happy to see Spring and Summer go by quickly, I can't deny that I do enjoy the longer days sometimes and with them brings more sunshine.

So why not make use of the extra sunlight with one of these stunning Iridescent Glass Bats? Perfect for hanging in your windows during the long sunny days.

The store also has other spooky designs if bats are not really your thing. Fly over and grab your own Bat right here.

Seek Magic Everyday Poster

Make every single day magical with this Seek Magic Poster!

This poster is available in three different sizes, with two of the sizes also available framed. I absolutely love this design and think it would look amazing in a gothic themed kitchen or bedroom.

There are many other witchy designs available too, so be sure to check out all of the other products available and grab your own poster right here.

Fireside Ghosts Print

This one i'm a little obsessed with as it is a true thing of beauty!

This ghostie print features two sheet ghosts huddled around a fire in the middle of the woods and the moon shining down on them. I absolutely love this, especially the use of colours and how it gives off such a warm glow.

This is also one of many prints available from this wonderful little store, so be sure to check out all of the treats available right here.

Pumpkin Plant Pots

Returning to spring once again and this time we're talking pots, specifically pumpkin pots!

These pumpkin pots are 3d printed and are available in 3 different sizes and you even have the option to change the colours too. If you're after a little spooky touch for your garden and home this year, then these might just be the perfect purchase!

Check them out right here.

Halloween Stacking Boxes

I have to admit, i'm a sucker for Halloween storage boxes, jars, pots, basically anything that is spooky themed and can be used for storage and these stacking boxes are incredible.

They're available in different designs and style and each one is hand-painted too. Personally I love the Boo, Pumpkin and Trick or Treat set, but then again i'd happily take every design.

You can pick up your own set right here and be sure to check out all designs too!

Halloween Decor Hunter Pin

How cool is this pin? I actually came across this pin thank to someone I follow on Instagram but I fell in love with it right away.

The pin features an adorable autumnal design with a happy Jack O'Lantern in the centre. If like me, you absolutely love the buzz of Halloween shopping, then this pin is definitely for you as let's be honest here, one of the best things about Spooky Season is the decor!

Pick up your own pin right here and be sure to wear to let people know you're a proud Halloween Decor Hunter!

Ghost Cat Necklace

One thing that I can definitely say soooo many people absolutely love when it comes to spooky merch, is spooky cats. Black Cats, Witchy Cats, Zombie Cat and especially Ghost Cats, us ghouls absolutely love a spooky feline!

This adorably spooky cat necklace features a handmade polymer clay ghost cat and as each one is handmade, you're guaranteed to have a unique cat every time.

Pick up your own spooky cat necklace right here.

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Five Hocus Pocus Product Finds April 2022

4/25/2022

It's April which means there's another five Hocus Pocus product finds to share and this time you're in for some real treats!

This week Disney have also announced a new Halfway to Halloween event which heavily features Hocus Pocus in all of their marketing imagery, so be sure to also check out my new post which will be updated all of this week.

This month also saw the release of the brand new The Black Flame Society Podcast! Myself and the wonderful Ally aka Hocus Pocus Collector have teamed up to bring you a podcast bursting with all things Hocus Pocus, Halloween and Spooky news! You can check out all current episodes via the new website right here and be sure to rate and subscribe too.

Without further ado, here's my favourite Hocus Pocus finds this month. With so many awesome HP things out there, it's definitely getting harder to pick five each time.

Sanderson Sisters House Stamp

Some of the best merchandise around for this film come from the fans and this Hocus Pocus stamp sticker is no exception.

This features the Sanderson Sisters house and it measures approximately 50mm x 40mm, so much bigger than your standard stamp size but big enough to showcase so much detail!

This sticker is also part of a set of three stamps, which all feature famous spooky locations, the first being the Sanderson Sisters cottage and the other two featuring Phantom Manor and Jack Skellington's house.

You can buy this sticker on it's own or as a set of three for a lower price right here.

Spell Book Pin

This is such an awesome pin and a definite must for any Hocus Pocus fan!

Created by Swish and Flick Company, this spell book pin features the famous book from the film and it opens up to reveal two spells. The first being the Black Cat Curse and the second the Black Flame Candle spell. The book is held together via a magnetic lock.

A fun little touch to this pin is the eye on the front. If you give the pin a little shake, the eye moves too. Two matching 'Spelly Beans' were also released alongside the book pin and these feature a Spell Book design and "I Put A Spell On You" mini jelly bean style pin set too.

You can get your claws on all three pins right here.

Hocus Pocus Aprons

Have you even been brewing your potions in the kitchen and accidentally spilt something over yourself and ruined your favourite Hocus Pocus t-shirt? Well that issue is now a thing of the past, with these custom Hocus Pocus inspired aprons!

These aprons are super fun and are available in all three Sanderson Sister styles. You can also pick them up in heaps of sizes from baby to adult too.

These are perfect when you're in the kitchen and would also make such an awesome gift for someone who has everything HP!

You can check out all three designs right here.

Sanderson Sisters Sticker

The Sanderson Sisters are by far the best characters in all of Hocus Pocus, that kinda goes without saying, but I do absolutely love seeing other characters get some of the spotlight and this Skeleton Singer sticker is perfect.

The Skeleton Singer is only in the film for the shortest time but I always thought he was such a cool guy and looks amazing. This sticker features him singing away with the Sanderson Sisters below and recreates the town hall scene perfectly, right down to Wini's unimpressed look on her face.

You can pick up your very own sticker right here.

Sanderson Sisters Poster

The final product on this months list is all thanks to Ally of @HocusPocusCollector. Ally recently shared this awesome poster via her Instagram account and I instantly fell in love with it.

The poster, which was created by Jen Taylor, features the Spell Book and it has been designed to appear like a promotional poster for the Sanderson Sisters 'I Put A Spell On You' performance. When you turn out the lights, the Sanderson Sisters appear in the hidden glow in the dark design and it looks incredible.

This is by far one of the coolest Hocus Pocus posters I have ever seen and you can grab your very own poster and also see the glow in the dark design right here. This is a limited edition design though, so you will need to be quick before it sells out. I had to grab one for myself and I am already looking forward to it arriving and hanging on my wall.

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Disney Announce Halfway To Halloween Event

4/25/2022

Disney Parks have announced a week long event to celebrate halfway to Halloween!

This week will be a filled with new surprises and announcements that will feature new edible treats from the parks, Halloween planning tips, digital wallpapers and spooky treats we can all get excited for!

Day one (Monday) features new edible delights that will be available at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort. This includes a new Jack Skellington Popcorn bucket, Hocus Pocus Hot Chocolate Bombs and cakes and more. You can check out all of todays sweet treat reveals right here.

Day two will see a new Halloween planning guide being revealed followed by a huge live Twitter event on Wednesday, which will feature new surprises and a watch party of Hocus Pocus. The entire weeks theme is Hocus Pocus, with the Disney Parks page revealing new social media images and even a small teaser video featuring a magical theme and the Sanderson Sisters themselves.

Thursday Disney also announced the return of Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween party and you can find out all of the details right here.

Ten Spooky Product Finds For March 2022

3/31/2022

Can you believe we're already a quarter of the way through 2022 already? Where is this year going?

As we end March and fall into April, we can look forward to the fact that the end of April marks 6 months until Halloween!

We're so close to the halfway mark now that I can almost smell the scent of pumpkin spice in the air...

Until then though, here's ten of my spooky finds for March 2022. These are ten products I have discovered in the last month that I think you would really enjoy.

Halloween Beach Towels

As much as it pains me to say it... Summer will be here before you know it and that means sunbathing, the beach and lots of Sunshine!

Be the talk of the beach with these spooky cute beach towels from Odd Like Us. They're available in a Jack O Lantern and ghost design or the even cute Jack O Lantern Daisy style.

The design is printed on one side, with the other made from super soft terry fabric, making it also more absorbent.

You can grab your own towels right HERE.

Flying Witch Tealight Holder

Cast a little magic in your home with this Flying Witch Tealight holder.

The holder is made from ceramic and features a flying witch, along with stars and dots all around. As you can see from the picture, when it's lit it casts a magical design all over your walls and surfaces.

You can also grab this in seven different colours. This holder would look amazing in the place of a pumpkin at Halloween (or have both?).

You can grab your own right HERE.

Trick or Treat Black Cat T-Shirt

Show off your love for Halloween all year with this Trick or Treat Black Cat T-shirt from Austin Pardun Art.

If you're a huge Halloween lover, then you should already be well aware of Austin Pardun's work as they are definitely one artist that is keeping the Halloween spirit alive all year.

You can get your hands on this super cute, vintage style t-shirt that features a Black Cat popping out of a Jack O'Lantern, but be warned, this is only available in limited quantities, so grab it before it's gone!

You can get your claws on this tee right HERE.

Gothmas Witch Ornament

Gothmas might be just under 9 months away, but that doesn't mean you can't prepare yourself for making another holiday a little spooky.

This decoration features a witch silhouette on a wooden plaque. A gold star and moon have also been added, with a satin ribbon attached to finish it all off.

I really love this decoration and think it would look great out all year, hang it on your wall or your year round Halloween tree!

You and grab this for your tree right HERE.

Halloween Tea Set

Pumpkin Spice Lattes might not available due to it being Spring but that doesn't mean you can't get your spooky drink fix!

While we all wait for the best drink of the year to return, fill the void with this incredible tea set from Vahdam! The set contains four different flavours of loose leaf tea, with one flavour being Pumpkin Spiced Herbal Tea! You could even make your own iced teas with these, to keep yourself cool when the weather warms up.

All four teas also come packed in a orange Halloween themed gift box and you can also get your hands on a matching mug too. Grab your own tea set right HERE.

Halloween Michael Myers Bobblehead

Halloween Ends is due for release this October and although it might be the last Halloween film (for now) you can still re-live the original with this awesome Bobblehead!

Featuring Michael Myers dressed as a ghost from the original 1978 release. The bobblehead includes Bobs glasses and a phone at the base of the stand.

There's also many more Halloween and general Horror characters available from Royal Bobbles, but this is by far my favourite release so far.

Grab your very own Ghost Michael right HERE.

Creepy Cross-Stitch

So many of us discovered new hobbies during lockdown and it was so great to see so many people getting back into crafting and art in general.

One particular craft that I saw a lot of people take up was cross-stitching and this book is perfect for any spooky ghoul who wants to create awesome cross-stitch designs for your home. There are 25 projects in total for you to complete, with easy to follow instructions too.

If you need an added homemade spooky touch to your haunted home, I definitely recommend this spooky book!

Pick up a copy right HERE.

Bat Bottle Opener

Have you ever wished your bottle opener was a little more... spooky? Well wish no more, as you can now get your hands on this awesome Bat shaped bottle opener.

It's made by Ototo who are famous for their original and unique homeware products and this bottle opener is no exception. The head of the opener has cute ears and when you attach the cork screw to your bottle and pull up the handles, you'll also be greeted by bat wings too!

I absolutely love this and know a friend who would absolutely love this too, so it's definitely going into my basket.

Grab your own bottle opener right HERE.

Crystal Ghosts

While searching for gifts for a friends upcoming birthday, I came across these cute crystal ghosts. They're available in two different designs and five different stone types too.

The ghost pictured is made from Lava stone, while you can also purchase a ghost in Red Jasper, Tiger's Eye, Rose Quartz and Kambaba Jasper. Each ghost is around 2 inches high and comes in a gift box for safe storage.

The Red Jasper ghost is taller and comes in a more traditional sheet ghost design.

Haunt your home with one of these ghosties right HERE.

Black Cat Mug

I have said it before and I will say it over and over again... you can NEVER have too many Halloween mugs.

Although my cupboards are crying out for no more mugs, this Black Cat mug from Sourpuss might just find it's way to my home very soon. It features their classic black cat design and is perfect for your spooky teas and coffee.

You can also grab this design in matching salt and pepper shakers and candle holders too!

Grab your own black cat mug right HERE.

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Five Hocus Pocus Product Finds March 2022

3/22/2022

It's March! Which means it's time for another five Hocus Pocus finds.

These are once again all products from small artists and businesses that I have discovered over the past few weeks and absolutely love what they have created.

You can never have enough Hocus Pocus merchandise and i'm always on the hunt for more things, so if you have something that you have created and are putting out there for the world to see, get in touch! I would love to see and hopefully feature you in Aprils feature too.

So without further ado, here's this months HP finds!

Digital Hocus Pocus Poster

Eagle Eyed fans of the film will recognise this poster from the very start of the film.

Etsy store DreadfuLee has recreated the opening scene of the film that features a book with the Sanderson Sisters cottage on the front cover. This print was originally painted in acrylic paints and then scanned for easy editing, which has helped to enhance certain details of the design.

The print is super cheap too (less than £3) and looks great framed from what the reviews are saying. You can also pick up a vintage style Sanderson Sisters treatbag download from the store too.

You can purchase this digital print right HERE.

Spell Book and Candle Decor

The next find on this months list are these Hocus Pocus Decorations.

The set includes the Spell Book and Black Flame candle. Each design is printed onto matte vinyl and they both look amazing. These would look so great as Halloween decorations or just placed amongst your growing collection.

You can also get your hands on a set of Sanderson Sisters decorations from this store too. To get your claws on these, just click right HERE.

The Sanderson Sisters Art Print

Speaking of the Sanderson Sisters, this next find is sure to cast a spell on you.

This art print from the Brettisagirl store is incredible. It features all three of the Sanderson Sisters on 5x7 inch card stock. I absolutely love the style the sisters have been drawn in and always appreciate new interpretations of their look by different artists.

I have previously purchased from this store in the past and Brett Manning is such an incredible artist, so please be sure to check out all of the other tricks and treats available too.
You can pick up this print right HERE.

Hocus Pocus Miniature Model House

I could talk about this next find all day. This is definitely my favourite find on this month's list and I actually discovered this in February, but at the time it was sold out, so didn't make last months cut.

This miniature model by The Haunted Warehouse features the Sanderson Sisters House in incredible detail. The house is 3D printed and then hand painted. Bushes and grass have been added and a battery powered tealight candle has been inserted into the base, which allows the house to light up and flicker.

The rising smoke from the chimney really finishes this entire house off and I absolutely love it, so much so that I couldn't resist not buying it for myself and can happily say this is definitely a MUST for any Hocus Pocus Fan. It looks even better in person too!

The Sanderson Sisters Miniature house does ship worldwide and you can get your hands on your very own house right HERE.

Yabbos Enamel Pin

"Max likes your yabos, in fact he loves 'em!"

Possibly one of the funniest lines in the film is now in pin form and it's written right across Dani's famous black and orange witch hat.

This pin from Oh My Goodness Pins is so cute and funny. I love how it even includes the small pom poms that are wrapped around the hat too.

You can add this pin to your collection right HERE.

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New Hocus Pocus Figures from Handmade By Robots Coming Soon!

3/22/2022

Handmade By Robots recently announced that five brand new Hocus Pocus figures will be released this year.

The figures you'll be able to get your hands on are of Wini, Sarah, Mary, Billy and Binx. Due for release this July, each figure measures approximately 5 inches high and comes in a presentation box.

Handmade by Robots figures are famous due to the fact they're designed to look like they're knitted, when in fact they're made from vinyl and even have a vinyl tag that looks like it's stitched into the figure.

You can check out additional info and pics for each figure right here and be sure to pre-order them from all good stockists too!

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