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Every diy props video worth your time, gathered in one place. Browse builds, tutorials, and showcases — each embedded from its original creator with a quick summary so you can find exactly what you need.

2314 videos

Fallout NCR Ranger Helmet WIP #fallout #falloutcosplay #cosplaycostume
0:19
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

Fallout NCR Ranger Helmet WIP #fallout #falloutcosplay #cosplaycostume

SKS Props documents a work-in-progress build of a Fallout NCR Ranger helmet, 3D printed in grey PLA on a Bambu H2S using a file sourced from Galactic Armory. The helmet is part of a broader Fallout cosplay project that also includes EVA foam combat armor pieces. The channel offers free PDF chest armor templates on their website for viewers who want to build along.

SKS Props· 39,469 views
Sculpting Tools Tutorial w/ Mikey Rotella | Monster Lab
7:54
DIY PropsIntermediate

Sculpting Tools Tutorial w/ Mikey Rotella | Monster Lab

In this entry of Distortions Unlimited's Monster Lab series, sculptor Mikey Rotella walks through choosing and using sculpting tools for creature and mask work. Filmed in the studio, the roughly 8-minute tutorial focuses on the basics of working in water-based clay and which tools suit different stages of a sculpt. It's a foundational look at the craft behind professional Halloween creatures and masks.

DistortionsUnlimited· 39,367 views
DIY Animated Skull Prop HALLOWEEN HOW-TO Video Tutorial
10:00
DIY AnimatronicsIntermediate

DIY Animated Skull Prop HALLOWEEN HOW-TO Video Tutorial

This tutorial walks viewers through building a DIY animated skull prop whose jaw slowly opens and closes through a clever mechanical animation system — notably without requiring an additional motor. The skull is designed as a companion piece to the creator's Levitating Table prop, sitting atop the floating table to enhance the overall ghostly display. The step-by-step format makes it accessible for home haunters looking to add a professional-looking animatronic effect to a porch, yard haunt, or haunted house scene.

HALLOWEEN DIY & HOW-TO Props & Special Effects· 39,090 views
DIY Halloween Fog Chiller - Keep that fog low and creepy!!
9:45
Fog & Chiller EffectsBeginner$20–$60

DIY Halloween Fog Chiller - Keep that fog low and creepy!!

This beginner-friendly tutorial from Monster Tutorials walks viewers through building a simple DIY fog chiller that keeps fog hugging the ground for a low, eerie effect. The build relies on a handful of affordable, easily sourced materials including a tub, dryer duct, a small USB fan, and a standard fog machine. The camo netting helps conceal the rig for a cleaner, more immersive haunt presentation. At roughly ten minutes, the video delivers a quick, actionable project well-suited for home haunters looking to level up their atmosphere on a budget.

Monster Tutorials· 39,070 views
HOW TO MAKE FAKE BLOOD for DIY Halloween Props & SFX Makeup | Monster Lab
27:02
DIY PropsBeginner$5–$20

HOW TO MAKE FAKE BLOOD for DIY Halloween Props & SFX Makeup | Monster Lab

Distortions Unlimited's Ed Edmunds walks through multiple fake blood formulas in this Monster Lab episode — one using kitchen staples like Karo syrup and red food coloring for SFX makeup (referencing the classic Dick Smith approach), and a separate prop-only formula built around Liquitex gel medium. Ed then demonstrates how the prop blood is applied and painted onto finished Halloween pieces. The episode reinforces a key creative philosophy: blood adds narrative and character to any monster or prop.

DistortionsUnlimited· 39,052 views
www.monstertutorials.com - How I make my Horror Dolls
8:49
DIY PropsIntermediate

www.monstertutorials.com - How I make my Horror Dolls

This video walks through the creator's personal process for designing and making horror dolls, from sourcing raw dolls to finishing them as creepy character pieces. The creator shares works-in-progress alongside completed examples, covering themes such as a witch doctor, a nun, and other horror-inspired characters. A standout tip for horror doll making is also shared, giving viewers a practical takeaway. The presentation style is an informal studio overview rather than a step-by-step build tutorial.

Monster Tutorials· 39,050 views
How to Make a CHEAP Low Lying Fog Chiller-With Doctor Terror Eyes
14:04
Fog & Chiller EffectsBeginnerlow / budget-friendly

How to Make a CHEAP Low Lying Fog Chiller-With Doctor Terror Eyes

Dr. TerrorEyes from Froggy's Fog walks through a DIY fog chiller build designed to produce dense, ground-hugging fog for outdoor Halloween cemetery displays on a tight budget. The design improves on the standard ice-chest chiller by swapping out typical flat wire grating for an internal metal component with significantly greater surface area, resulting in more efficient fog cooling. The host claims the entire unit can be assembled solo in roughly an hour. The tutorial pairs naturally with Froggy's own low-lying fog juice formula.

Froggy's Fog· 38,920 views
Clear tape bodies.wmv
21:07
DIY PropsBeginner~$10 per body

Clear tape bodies.wmv

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios demonstrates a remarkably simple technique for creating realistic prop bodies using nothing more than saran wrap and clear packing tape. The method produces full-form body shapes suitable for haunted attraction set dressing or monster displays at a fraction of the cost of commercial props. The approachable process requires no sculpting experience or expensive materials, making it one of the most accessible body-prop techniques available to home haunters and professional attraction builders alike.

StiltbeastStudios· 38,917 views
heat bonding polyethelene foam
6:46
DIY PropsBeginner

heat bonding polyethelene foam

Stiltbeast Studios demonstrates how to bond polyethylene foam and pool noodles using a heat gun rather than adhesives. The technique is shown in real time at a deliberate pace, giving viewers a clear look at how heat fuses the foam surfaces together. This glue-free approach can simplify prop and costume fabrication by eliminating adhesive mess and cure time.

StiltbeastStudios· 38,606 views
DIY Halloween Cemetery: New Orleans-style Crypt Build
27:34
DIY PropsIntermediate

DIY Halloween Cemetery: New Orleans-style Crypt Build

VanOaksProps walks through a full large-scale crypt build inspired by the iconic above-ground tombs of New Orleans cemeteries. The project covers design through final weathered finish using accessible materials centered on XPS insulation foam. Techniques include routing decorative details, foam carving, spackling for texture, and paint weathering to achieve an authentic aged-stone look. The finished prop is designed to be lightweight and durable enough for repeated seasonal outdoor use.

VanOaksProps· 38,587 views
How to Mix Base Paint for Latex Masks | Monster Lab
4:54
DIY PropsIntermediate

How to Mix Base Paint for Latex Masks | Monster Lab

Ed Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited walks through how to mix the base paint used for finishing latex masks and haunt props in this first Monster Lab segment. He explains the prep step before color and detail work, noting the mixed paint can be laid down with either a quart sprayer or an airbrush. It's a short, foundational tutorial aimed at painting masks and props consistently.

DistortionsUnlimited· 38,485 views
SUPER BRIGHT LED Mini Spotlight for Halloween
3:07
Lighting TutorialsBeginner$20–$50

SUPER BRIGHT LED Mini Spotlight for Halloween

This short tutorial from VanOaks Props shows haunters how to build inexpensive DIY mini LED spotlights using automotive-grade Eagle Eye LEDs housed in PVC pipe fittings. The Eagle Eye lights run on 12v power, come in multiple colors, and feature an outdoor-rated housing with a diffused lens — offering practical advantages over traditional 10mm LED bulb builds. The project uses simple hardware-store components and RCA connectors for easy plug-and-play integration into existing haunt lighting setups.

VanOaksProps· 38,456 views
Creepy Doll caught moving on camera 📷 #shorts #madeyoulook
0:13
Other

Creepy Doll caught moving on camera 📷 #shorts #madeyoulook

A short-form scare video featuring a creepy doll appearing to move on its own, likely achieved through stop motion or in-camera trickery. The clip is designed as a jump-scare experience playing on the popular haunted/possessed doll trope. It leans into the Annabelle aesthetic and targets audiences who enjoy quick paranormal-style frights.

SpookYouLaterz· 38,422 views
Make bodies from barrels
24:02
DIY PropsBeginner$20–$60 depending on mask, hands, and clothing sourced

Make bodies from barrels

StiltbeastStudios walks through a roughly two-hour build that transforms a standard 55-gallon blue plastic drum into a full-size standing Halloween figure. A wig head, mask, fake hands, clothing, and footwear are assembled onto the barrel using zip ties and black duct tape, then finished with spray paint to distress the base and add realism. The result is a large-scale, eye-catching display piece that elevates any outdoor Halloween setup. No specialized tools or advanced skills are required, making this an accessible project for decorators of any experience level.

StiltbeastStudios· 37,830 views
Latex Mask Making Magic Formula & How to Mix Paint for Masks | Monster Lab
15:49
Makeup TutorialsBeginnerlow (common household and craft supplies)

Latex Mask Making Magic Formula & How to Mix Paint for Masks | Monster Lab

In this Monster Lab episode, Distortions Unlimited's Ed Edmunds walks through the studio's proprietary 'magic formula' for mixing paint used on latex masks. The recipe combines indoor house paint, water, and mask-making latex to create a flexible, durable paint that adheres properly to latex surfaces. The tutorial is presented as a clear refresher of techniques covered across the Monster Lab series, making it easy for newcomers to get up to speed quickly.

DistortionsUnlimited· 37,791 views
Spell book
13:27
DIY PropsIntermediate

Spell book

Stiltbeast Studios walks through the creation of a Halloween spell book prop in this roughly 13-minute build video. The finished piece is designed to look like an aged, mystical tome suitable for witch, occult, or dark fantasy displays. Given the channel's reputation for detailed prop work, viewers can expect practical fabrication and finishing techniques throughout.

StiltbeastStudios· 37,646 views
Making a Haunted Mansion Tombstone
10:12
DIY PropsIntermediate

Making a Haunted Mansion Tombstone

VanOaksProps walks viewers through building a foam replica of the iconic Master Gracey tombstone from Disneyland and Disney World's Haunted Mansion attraction. The build covers shaping and carving foam, creating a custom stencil with a vinyl cutter for the epitaph lettering, and finishing with a convincing faux-granite paint effect using airbrush and sea sponge techniques. The result is a screen-accurate-style prop suitable for yard haunts or indoor displays. Sponsored foam paints from Plaid are featured throughout the finishing stages.

VanOaksProps· 37,629 views
Spooky DIY: Floating Candelabra Halloween Prop Tutorial
10:12
DIY PropsIntermediate$30–$80

Spooky DIY: Floating Candelabra Halloween Prop Tutorial

VanOaksProps walks through the complete build of a motorized floating candelabra Halloween prop using a wiper motor, PVC, aluminum tubing, and a thrifted candelabra. The motor drive creates a convincing hovering illusion, while a PWM speed controller lets builders fine-tune the motion. LED flicker bulbs finish the effect with realistic candlelight. The project is well-suited for cemetery scenes, home haunts, or professional displays.

VanOaksProps· 37,363 views
Making moving bugs
13:55
DIY PropsBeginnerUnder $10

Making moving bugs

StiltbeastStudios demonstrates a clever, low-cost technique for making bug props appear to move using rare earth magnets. The method requires minimal materials and no complex mechanics, making it accessible to builders of all skill levels. The effect works across a wide range of scene types — haunted labs, creepy kitchens, or even a spooky kids' room. Because the movement is driven purely by magnetism, there are no motors or wiring involved.

StiltbeastStudios· 37,128 views
Airline Essentials - A Pneumatic Airline Primer
8:33
PneumaticsBeginner

Airline Essentials - A Pneumatic Airline Primer

This FrightProps tutorial serves as an entry-level primer on pneumatic airline and fittings for haunted attraction builders. It covers common airline sizes and types, how to branch a single line to multiple props, and best practices for stepping down from a larger mainline to smaller runs near props. The video also addresses how to properly cut airline and connect an air compressor to a prop system using push-in fittings.

FrightProps· 37,032 views
40k Cadian Cosplay Suit Up #warhammer40k #cosplay #propmaking
0:17
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

40k Cadian Cosplay Suit Up #warhammer40k #cosplay #propmaking

This installment in SKS Props' ongoing Warhammer 40K Cadian armor build series focuses on strapping the shoulder and forearm armor pieces and beginning the weathering process on the soft goods. The creator combines Dirty Down sprays with Liquitex heavy body acrylics to achieve a battle-worn, grimdark aesthetic. The series is designed to help viewers build a complete Cadian Imperial Guard cosplay in time for a group appearance at Dragon Con. Free foam templates and STL files for 3D-printed components are available via links in the description.

SKS Props· 36,706 views
Starship Troopers M3 Cosplay Helmet #starshiptroopers #cosplay #helldivers2
0:27
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

Starship Troopers M3 Cosplay Helmet #starshiptroopers #cosplay #helldivers2

The creator prepares a resin-cast Starship Troopers M3 helmet for a DragonCon group meetup, starting from a kit supplied by a fellow prop maker. The process covers flashing removal and wet sanding to clean up mold lines, followed by color-accurate painting and a textured clear-coat finish. The video offers a quick look at resin finishing techniques from a builder who has roots in resin work before transitioning to foam fabrication.

SKS Props· 36,697 views
Tooth plate .m4v
19:47
DIY PropsBeginnerlow-cost / budget-friendly

Tooth plate .m4v

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios walks through the process of creating cheap, convincingly grungy prop teeth suitable for haunted house sets, costumes, masks, and props. The technique centers on an affordable material — specialty glue sticks — to achieve a gross, decayed tooth aesthetic without a large budget. The result is a versatile prop element that can be applied across a wide range of Halloween and haunt applications.

StiltbeastStudios· 36,343 views
DIY Madame Leota Effect with INVISIBLE PROJECTOR
7:35
Projection EffectsIntermediate$100–$250 (projector cost varies significantly)

DIY Madame Leota Effect with INVISIBLE PROJECTOR

VanOaksProps walks through a DIY build of the iconic Madame Leota floating-head crystal ball effect, inspired by the Haunted Mansion attraction. The key innovation is routing the projection through a small angled mirror inside the globe so the projector is hidden rather than sitting visibly in front of the crystal ball. The build combines a 3D-printed stand, a translucent face form, a clear acrylic globe, and a compact short-throw projector. The result closely mirrors the in-park presentation of the effect.

VanOaksProps· 35,737 views