Break off the ends of the rounded tips of the pretzels to resemble antlers. Attach candies for eyes using melted coating. Attach an almond for the nose, using melted coating. Attach candies to the collar if desired. Let cookies stand until the coating is set.
Place cookies on waxed paper on a cookie sheet.
Let cookies stand about 20 minutes or until the coating is set. Dip the cookie tops into melted coating and sprinkle with red sugar. Attach a Santa face to the front of each cookie, using extra coating if needed. Attach candies to the end of arms for mittens. Attach the other candies for decorations if desired.