Insert craft sticks into apples
Line a baking sheet with waxed paper
In a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-high heat, pour candies and water
Occasionally brushing down sides of pan with a heat-resistant pastry brush, heat candy to 300 to 310 degrees F (149 to 154 degrees C), or until a small amount of syrup dropped into cold water forms hard, brittle threads
Remove from heat and let cool slightly
Dip apples in hot liquid and place on waxed paper to harden