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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

DIY Realistic Resin EYES
44:05
DIY PropsIntermediate

DIY Realistic Resin EYES

This tutorial walks through the process of casting hyper-realistic resin eyeballs suitable for Halloween props, animatronics, and prosthetics. The creator uses silicone mold rubber alongside both white and clear casting resins, layering them to achieve convincing depth and translucency. Printed iris files — available from the creator's website — are incorporated into the build for added realism. Note that a corrected and complete version of this tutorial has been published separately by the creator.

Monster Tutorials· 32,994 views
Simple DIY Halloween Raven Animatronic
8:23
DIY AnimatronicsIntermediate$30–$80

Simple DIY Halloween Raven Animatronic

VanOaksProps walks viewers through building a low-tech animated raven prop inspired by a design from Bart Bussey of Morbid Manor. The build combines a store-bought crow decoration with 3D-printed mechanical parts and a slow-RPM motor to create a lifelike flapping or bobbing movement. EVA foam, Velcro, and additional feathers help polish the final look. The project is designed to deliver high visual impact without requiring complex electronics or programming.

VanOaksProps· 32,902 views
Scary Mary Mirror - Screaming Bloody Mary Appears in Mirror!
0:13
Prop Reviews

Scary Mary Mirror - Screaming Bloody Mary Appears in Mirror!

This FrightProps video showcases the Scary Mary Mirror, a Halloween prop featuring a screaming Bloody Mary apparition that appears within a mirror. The clip serves as a product demonstration for the item available through FrightProps' online store. Given the minimal metadata provided, the video appears to be a short showcase or advertisement rather than a build tutorial.

FrightProps· 32,882 views
How to Make a Pyramid Head Helmet - Free Template - Silent Hill 2 Cosplay - Part 2 Painting Rust
11:32
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

How to Make a Pyramid Head Helmet - Free Template - Silent Hill 2 Cosplay - Part 2 Painting Rust

This is Part 2 of SKS Props' Pyramid Head helmet build series, focusing entirely on painting and weathering the foam helmet to look like aged, rusted metal. The creator uses Liquitex heavy body acrylics applied with various brushes alongside a pumice medium for added surface texture, achieving a convincing rust effect. A free downloadable PDF template for the helmet is available on the creator's website. The techniques demonstrated are broadly applicable to any prop or costume build requiring a convincing rusted-metal finish.

SKS Props· 32,122 views
Halloween prop restoration. Foam and latex prop Animatronic repair
17:54
DIY AnimatronicsIntermediate

Halloween prop restoration. Foam and latex prop Animatronic repair

StiltbeastStudios walks through the process of restoring a worn Halloween animatronic prop, covering foam and latex repair techniques applicable to haunted attraction-grade pieces. The video focuses on bringing damaged or deteriorating props back to display-ready condition. It offers practical insight into the maintenance side of running a haunt or prop collection that is often overlooked in build-focused content.

StiltbeastStudios· 32,049 views
Spray Foam Mermaid Head Piece costume cosplay evil mermaid scary Halloween costume DIY
21:02
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

Spray Foam Mermaid Head Piece costume cosplay evil mermaid scary Halloween costume DIY

StiltbeastStudios walks through the creation of a scary mermaid headpiece using spray foam as the primary sculpting material. The build blends costume craftsmanship with haunted-attraction-quality prop techniques to produce a wearable evil mermaid look. The channel is known for professional-level creature work accessible to dedicated DIY builders.

StiltbeastStudios· 31,848 views
DIY Human Face Pies - People Pot Pies
32:18
DIY PropsIntermediate

DIY Human Face Pies - People Pot Pies

Monster Tutorials walks viewers through crafting grotesque human-face pies — a cannibal-inspired Halloween prop popularized in haunted displays. The build combines clay sculpting, plaster work, and latex to create realistic baked-crust pies with eerily lifelike faces pressed into the filling. Acrylic teeth add a finishing horror detail that elevates the realism. The project draws inspiration from the creations of haunt artist It Came From Under My Bed.

Monster Tutorials· 31,768 views
The ULTIMATE Halloween PVC Candle DIY
8:24
DIY PropsBeginner$20–$50 depending on quantity and materials on hand

The ULTIMATE Halloween PVC Candle DIY

VanOaks Props revisits the classic PVC Halloween candle build with upgraded materials, streamlined techniques, and easier electronics for a better end result. The project uses Schedule 30 PVC pipe as the candle body, white hot glue to mimic dripping wax, and flicker LEDs wired through Wago connectors for a realistic flame effect. A wax paint finish and foam base complete the look. This updated approach prioritizes speed and accessibility without sacrificing visual impact.

VanOaksProps· 31,752 views
How to make an X-Ray Lamp Tutorial - Thrift Store Transformation
17:49
DIY PropsBeginner$20–$50

How to make an X-Ray Lamp Tutorial - Thrift Store Transformation

Monster Tutorials transforms a basic dorm-style table lamp into a creepy x-ray-themed prop using plastic bones, skulls, and real or replica x-rays. The build is a low-cost, low-skill project ideal for adding atmospheric horror decor to a home haunt space or studio. The creator sources affordable materials and links to everything used, making it easy to replicate. The result is a striking conversation piece that blends medical horror aesthetics with functional lighting.

Monster Tutorials· 31,747 views
DIY Animated Pumpkin Head Prop HALLOWEEN HOW-TO Video Tutorial
16:21
DIY AnimatronicsIntermediate

DIY Animated Pumpkin Head Prop HALLOWEEN HOW-TO Video Tutorial

This step-by-step tutorial walks viewers through building a motorized, animated pumpkin head prop that integrates with a fog machine for dramatic effect. The finished prop is versatile enough to serve as a scarecrow head, a haunted house centerpiece, or a creepy yard display. The channel specializes in accessible DIY animatronics and special effects projects aimed at home haunters and crafters.

HALLOWEEN DIY & HOW-TO Props & Special Effects· 31,629 views
Face Off Kid
0:18
Prop Reviews

Face Off Kid

Face Off Kid is a commercial haunt prop from Poison Props featuring a child figure dressed in a distressed pink bunny costume. The prop's signature effect is a dramatic mask-drop reveal that exposes a monstrous face beneath the innocent exterior. It combines a believable character setup with a startling payoff, making it well-suited for haunted house environments.

POISON PROPS· 31,596 views
Make your own Mannequin-dress form or costume dummy, DIY Mannequin from Home depot pRoducts
11:45
DIY PropsBeginner

Make your own Mannequin-dress form or costume dummy, DIY Mannequin from Home depot pRoducts

StiltbeastStudios walks through a DIY method for building a full-body mannequin or dress form using readily available products from Home Depot. The resulting form can serve as a costume dummy, prop base, or character stand-in for haunted houses and home haunts. The technique is accessible to builders of most skill levels and requires no specialized equipment.

StiltbeastStudios· 31,435 views
How to Make a Hot Glue Web Gun
8:43
DIY PropsBeginner

How to Make a Hot Glue Web Gun

Allen Hopps of StiltbeastStudios walks through how to build and use a hot glue web gun for creating realistic-looking spider webs on Halloween props and haunted attraction sets. The technique is accessible to beginners and produces fast, dramatic webbing effects. It's a practical, low-cost method for adding creepy texture to any haunt environment.

StiltbeastStudios· 31,075 views
Giant 12 Foot Alligator Prop Realistic Airbrush Painting at Distortions Unlimited
1:01
Prop Reviews

Giant 12 Foot Alligator Prop Realistic Airbrush Painting at Distortions Unlimited

Distortions Unlimited founder Ed Edmunds demonstrates the airbrush painting process used to achieve ultra-realistic detail on a massive 12-foot alligator prop. The creature is constructed from latex and foam and manufactured in the USA. Designed for versatility, the finished prop is deployed across haunted attractions, theme parks, animal parks, and live events.

DistortionsUnlimited· 30,999 views
Devil May Cry Giant Cosplay Sword #devilmaycry #cosplay #propmaking #diycosplay
0:15
DIY Props

Devil May Cry Giant Cosplay Sword #devilmaycry #cosplay #propmaking #diycosplay

SKS Props tackles a speed build of Dante's iconic Devil Sword from Devil May Cry, crafted in time for DragonCon. The build is showcase-style rather than a full step-by-step tutorial, giving viewers a quick look at the finished oversized prop. A detailed build video and free templates are noted as coming soon, making this a teaser for fans eager to replicate the sword.

SKS Props· 30,700 views
sock mask tutorial part one
9:59
Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

sock mask tutorial part one

This tutorial from Stiltbeast Studios walks viewers through the first part of building a sock mask — a fabric-based wearable mask technique popular in haunted house and costume performance circles. The video covers foundational construction methods for shaping a sock into a functional character mask. As part one of a series, it likely focuses on the early stages of the build process.

StiltbeastStudios· 30,598 views
Building a Prop Scythe with Foam, PVC, and Hot Glue!
10:24
DIY PropsBeginner$20–$50

Building a Prop Scythe with Foam, PVC, and Hot Glue!

VanOaksProps walks through building a Grim Reaper scythe using readily available materials — EVA foam floor mats, PVC pipe, and hot glue — making this an accessible project for beginners and cosplayers alike. The blade is shaped from foam with a heat gun, mounted to a PVC handle, and finished with a Plasti-Dip base coat followed by layered acrylic paints for a realistic, weathered look. The build is designed to be completable in a few hours with minimal tools. Surebonder sponsored the video by providing their Cosplay Stik hot glue and glue gun.

VanOaksProps· 30,560 views
Face Off Man
0:10
Prop Reviews

Face Off Man

This short showcase video from Poison Props features their 'Face Off Man' animatronic — a bearded male figure that appears motionless before dramatically tearing away its own face to expose a screaming, blood-covered skull with a flopping tongue. The clip serves as a product demo highlighting the prop's startle potential for haunted attractions and home haunts. No build or tutorial content is present; the video functions primarily as a sales preview linking to the Poison Props storefront.

POISON PROPS· 30,543 views
Pouring a Latex mask in a plaster mold
5:50
DIY PropsIntermediate

Pouring a Latex mask in a plaster mold

Allen Hopps of StiltbeastStudios walks through the final stage of latex mask making — pouring liquid latex into a plaster mold to produce a finished, wearable mask. The video addresses one of the most commonly asked questions in his mask-making series, bridging the gap between having a completed mold and holding an actual prop-quality mask. Viewers learn how the latex slush-casting process transforms raw materials into a ready-to-wear piece suitable for haunted attractions or costuming.

StiltbeastStudios· 30,483 views
Ghost Bust Talking Ghost Projection - Startle Bites
3:10
Projection Effects

Ghost Bust Talking Ghost Projection - Startle Bites

This FrightProps video showcases the Ghost Bust, a haunted house effect that projects an animated talking face onto a three-dimensional bust to create a striking visual illusion. The result is a lifelike character that appears to speak and move, blending physical sculpture with video projection. It's a polished, eye-catching technique well-suited for professional haunts and ambitious home displays alike.

FrightProps· 30,284 views
scenic paint six
8:47
Set DesignBeginner$5–$20

scenic paint six

This installment in StiltbeastStudios' scenic painting series focuses on creating a convincing rough-hewn field stone wall using only black and white paint. Allen Hopps demonstrates how a limited two-color palette and simple brush techniques can produce a striking, dimensional-looking stone surface. The segment is part of a larger scenic build, with vines and moss detailing planned as a follow-up step.

StiltbeastStudios· 30,181 views
DIY Halloween Fence Build - PVC and Wood
6:09
DIY PropsBeginnerlow (budget-friendly materials)

DIY Halloween Fence Build - PVC and Wood

Inspired by a cemetery tour in New Orleans, VanOaksProps builds a gothic-style haunt fence from PVC pipe and wood furring strips to complete a DIY family crypt display. The fence is elevated with 3D-printed finials and corner brackets, then finished with rubberized undercoating and rust-colored spray paint for an aged wrought-iron look. The build is designed to be accessible and budget-friendly while delivering a high visual impact as part of a larger graveyard scene.

VanOaksProps· 30,171 views
DIY Animated Levitating Table Prop HALLOWEEN HOW-TO Video
10:38
DIY AnimatronicsIntermediate

DIY Animated Levitating Table Prop HALLOWEEN HOW-TO Video

This step-by-step tutorial walks haunters through building an animated levitating table prop that gives the illusion of a table eerily floating in midair while its tablecloth billows and moves. The effect mimics a poltergeist or supernatural force lifting ordinary furniture, making it a striking centerpiece for a yard haunt, front porch display, or haunted house scene. The channel focuses on accessible, professional-looking DIY animatronics and special effects for home haunters of all skill levels.

HALLOWEEN DIY & HOW-TO Props & Special Effects· 30,004 views
DIY Halloween SFX Prop & How-To | GHOSTLY STATUE
8:01
DIY PropsIntermediate

DIY Halloween SFX Prop & How-To | GHOSTLY STATUE

This tutorial walks through building a ghostly animated statue prop using a deer motor and carefully designed lighting to create a convincing supernatural optical illusion. The result is a prop that appears to come to life, making it suitable for indoor spook houses, home haunts, or outdoor yard displays. The video focuses on the concepts and mechanics behind the illusion rather than a strict parts list, making it accessible to creative DIY haunters.

HALLOWEEN DIY & HOW-TO Props & Special Effects· 29,697 views