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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

graveyard bust DIY
16:10
DIY PropsIntermediate

graveyard bust DIY

StiltbeastStudios host Allen Hopps walks through the creation of a graveyard bust inspired by the film Lisa Frankenstein, built for a horror convention party setting. The build demonstrates how to translate a recognizable movie prop into a displayable haunted attraction or event piece. The video is part of Stiltbeast's broader DIY Halloween prop-building series and references a collaborating artist channel for additional context.

StiltbeastStudios· 21,825 views
DIY Realistic Pile of Flaming Skulls - Perfect for Halloween!
15:24
DIY PropsBeginner

DIY Realistic Pile of Flaming Skulls - Perfect for Halloween!

This Monster Tutorials project walks viewers through building a dramatic pile of skulls with a built-in fiery glow effect, described as an easy build with impressive visual payoff. The creator uses an airbrush for realistic flame and scorch detailing and integrates RGB rope lights to simulate flickering fire from within the skull pile. The finished prop is well-suited for both home haunts and professional haunt environments. Despite the striking result, the techniques involved are accessible to beginners.

Monster Tutorials· 21,628 views
Building a Halloween Crypt - Part 1: Carving the Arch
7:57
DIY PropsIntermediate

Building a Halloween Crypt - Part 1: Carving the Arch

VanOaks Props kicks off a multi-part series by tackling the architectural centerpiece of a New Orleans-style family crypt: a carved foam arch. The video demonstrates how large-scale Halloween builds are achievable with accessible materials like XPS insulation foam, a router, and basic hand tools. Techniques shown include routing decorative profiles, shaping foam with a rasp, and applying spackle — skills transferable to many prop-building projects. This is Part 1 of an ongoing crypt build series.

VanOaksProps· 21,628 views
www.monstertutorials.com - How to antique and rust a lantern (or anything)
20:10
DIY PropsBeginnerunder $20

www.monstertutorials.com - How to antique and rust a lantern (or anything)

This tutorial walks through transforming a brand-new lantern into a convincingly aged, rusty antique using accessible materials and straightforward finishing techniques. The process covers creating a faux rust effect, aging the glass with glue, and layering finishes to achieve an overall worn, antique appearance. It is designed to be approachable for beginners with no specialized tools required. The techniques shown can be applied beyond lanterns to virtually any prop or surface.

Monster Tutorials· 21,627 views
DIY Rust Finish with Salt - SUPER Easy!
2:40
DIY PropsBeginnerunder $20

DIY Rust Finish with Salt - SUPER Easy!

VanOaksProps demonstrates a quick and accessible faux rust technique using common household salt, water, and metallic spray paint. This is the second rust tutorial from the channel, offering an alternate approach to achieving a convincing aged-metal look on prop hardware. The method is designed to look realistic even at close range, making it well-suited for detailed Halloween props and haunted house set pieces.

VanOaksProps· 21,553 views
Loctite Spray Foam DIY Grouch Bust
17:42
DIY PropsIntermediate

Loctite Spray Foam DIY Grouch Bust

StiltbeastStudios walks through the process of building a monster grouch bust using spray foam as the primary sculpting material. The video demonstrates how an accessible, hardware-store product like Loctite or Great Stuff spray foam can be shaped into a detailed character prop suitable for haunted attractions or home haunts. Allen Hopps shares his hands-on fabrication approach, making the process approachable for intermediate builders. The result is a textured, expressive bust prop without the need for expensive professional foam systems.

StiltbeastStudios· 21,523 views
DIY Foam Axe Prop!
8:23
DIY PropsIntermediate$30–$70

DIY Foam Axe Prop!

VanOaksProps walks through the full build process for a foam replica of Jack Torrance's iconic axe from The Shining, designed to be lightweight and safe for Halloween haunts and convention use. The blade and handle are both constructed from EVA foam floor mats, shaped with a heat gun and Dremel, then finished with a multi-step painting process that mimics real steel and wood grain. Sponsored Surebonder Cosplay Stik hot glue is used throughout the assembly. The result is a screen-inspired prop that is durable, convention-compliant, and visually convincing.

VanOaksProps· 21,478 views
Adding Textures to my Cosplay Armor - Oblivion #cosplay #diycosplay #cosplayarmor
0:33
Costume TutorialsBeginner

Adding Textures to my Cosplay Armor - Oblivion #cosplay #diycosplay #cosplayarmor

This short-form video showcases the texturing stage of a DIY EVA foam Legion armor build inspired by The Elder Scrolls: Oblivion. The creator applies surface textures to the foam pieces before they cure, setting the stage for a rusty metal paint finish. The full set is a prototype, with free PDF templates and a complete build video promised for a future release.

SKS Props· 21,459 views
Zombie SFX Gore Halloween Props Tutorial | Monster Lab
8:49
DIY PropsIntermediate

Zombie SFX Gore Halloween Props Tutorial | Monster Lab

Industry veteran Ed Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited walks viewers through adding realistic zombie eyes, goo, and gore details to a severed-head Halloween prop. This is episode 15 of the Monster Lab instructional series, which covers the full spectrum of mask and prop creation. The focus here is on finishing and detailing techniques that elevate a basic prop into a convincing undead showpiece.

DistortionsUnlimited· 21,408 views
DIY Plug-In LED Jack-O'-Lanterns
7:04
DIY PropsIntermediateunder $20 per pumpkin (based on listed components)

DIY Plug-In LED Jack-O'-Lanterns

VanOaksProps walks through converting battery-powered jack-o'-lanterns to run on a 12V RCA jack distribution system, eliminating the hassle and ongoing cost of replacing or forgetting to switch off tea light batteries. The build uses an LED flicker module and amber LED bulbs to replicate the warm, animated glow of a real candle. The approach ties the pumpkins into an existing haunt-wide low-voltage wiring infrastructure for centralized control.

VanOaksProps· 21,272 views
Electric Door Knocker or Wall Pounder - Create a Knocking Effect for a Haunted House or Escape Room!
0:19
Prop Reviews

Electric Door Knocker or Wall Pounder - Create a Knocking Effect for a Haunted House or Escape Room!

FrightProps showcases their Electric Door Knocker and Wall Pounder, a prop designed to simulate realistic knocking, pounding, or banging sounds against solid surfaces. Unlike many similar effects, this unit runs entirely on electricity with no pneumatics required, making it especially well-suited for escape rooms and haunted attractions where compressed air is unavailable or impractical. The prop can be hidden discreetly behind doors, walls, or inside cabinets to create an unsettling knocking effect that guests cannot easily locate.

FrightProps· 21,232 views
Rotten Gourd Tutorial - DIY creepy and spooky Halloween Gourd
18:05
DIY PropsIntermediate

Rotten Gourd Tutorial - DIY creepy and spooky Halloween Gourd

Monster Tutorials walks viewers through building a creepy rotten gourd Halloween prop from start to finish. The build centers on a foam gourd base that is distressed and detailed with acrylic teeth, resin cast eyes, and fly accents to sell the decayed look. Companion tutorials for the teeth and resin eyes are referenced, making this part of a broader prop-building series. The finished piece is designed to serve as a striking Halloween display centerpiece.

Monster Tutorials· 21,225 views
Make antlers for $8
20:48
DIY PropsBeginnerUnder $10

Make antlers for $8

Allen Hopps of StiltbeastStudios walks through a budget-friendly method for crafting realistic-looking faux antlers for under $10 using common hardware-store materials. The build takes roughly an hour and requires no advanced tools or skills, making it accessible to beginners. The finished antlers are versatile enough for costumes, haunt props, or wall décor, and no animals are harmed in the process.

StiltbeastStudios· 21,157 views
Latex Mask Painting Tutorial at Distortions | Monster Lab
2:32
DIY PropsBeginner

Latex Mask Painting Tutorial at Distortions | Monster Lab

In this short Monster Lab segment, Ed Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited demonstrates a quick, effective approach to base painting latex Halloween masks and props. The focus is on building dimension by laying in highlights and shadows so a flat mask reads with depth and realism. It's a bite-sized look at the studio's mask-finishing process and part of an ongoing episode series.

DistortionsUnlimited· 21,119 views
Easy Fake Pumpkin Guts Tutorial
16:21
DIY PropsBeginner$10–$30

Easy Fake Pumpkin Guts Tutorial

This tutorial from Monster Tutorials walks through a straightforward method for creating convincingly realistic fake pumpkin guts using accessible crafting supplies. The technique combines liquid latex, foam, food coloring, paint, and a surprise ingredient — lubricant — to achieve an authentic wet, slimy texture. At just 16 minutes, it's a quick, approachable project well suited for Halloween prop-makers of any experience level.

Monster Tutorials· 21,095 views
The Punisher Vest WIP #thepunisher #cosplay #daredevilbornagain
0:12
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

The Punisher Vest WIP #thepunisher #cosplay #daredevilbornagain

SKS Props previews a work-in-progress build of The Punisher's armored vest, constructed from HD foam for a lightweight finished piece. This is a teaser for an upcoming full build video and free template release. Viewers are encouraged to subscribe so they don't miss the complete tutorial when it drops.

SKS Props· 21,086 views
Make a Sheet Ghost mask
15:40
DIY PropsBeginner$5–$20

Make a Sheet Ghost mask

Stiltbeast Studios demonstrates how to transform a basic plastic skull mask and fabric into a convincing sheet ghost mask with genuine scare factor. The build is flexible enough to serve as a wearable mask or a static prop head, making it a versatile addition to any Halloween display. By simply swapping the color palette, the same technique can be adapted into a scarecrow character, giving builders multiple looks from one core method.

StiltbeastStudios· 21,065 views
How to make a creepy scarecrow for Halloween - Helga, Queen of the Forest
12:34
DIY PropsBeginner

How to make a creepy scarecrow for Halloween - Helga, Queen of the Forest

This tutorial from Monster Tutorials walks viewers through building a character-driven Halloween scarecrow named Helga, Queen of the Forest. The build incorporates DIY milk jug skulls as a key decorative element, making it an accessible and budget-friendly outdoor prop. The project is suitable for both Halloween displays and year-round garden use to deter pests while adding a spooky aesthetic.

Monster Tutorials· 21,014 views
PROP LAB: Turn Your Battery Powered Props to Plug-in!
4:08
DIY PropsBeginner$10–$30

PROP LAB: Turn Your Battery Powered Props to Plug-in!

VanOaksProps teams up with maker Beejay Oslon to demonstrate how to convert battery-powered Halloween props to run on plug-in 12V DC power. The core of the mod is a step-down voltage regulator circuit that drops 12V supply power down to whatever voltage the original batteries provided. The short, focused tutorial makes this an accessible upgrade for haunters who want to eliminate battery swaps during a display season.

VanOaksProps· 21,002 views
Pallet Coffin Halloween Prop
2:30
DIY PropsBeginner$0–$20

Pallet Coffin Halloween Prop

This short build video demonstrates how to construct a Halloween coffin prop using reclaimed pallet wood, making it one of the most budget-friendly graveyard pieces a haunter can add to their display. The pallet-sourced lumber keeps material costs extremely low or near zero. Despite its brevity, the video delivers a practical look at turning scrap wood into a convincing seasonal prop.

Hauntcast· 20,989 views
DIY Animated Snakes HALLOWEEN Prop & How-To Video Tutorial
9:36
DIY AnimatronicsIntermediate

DIY Animated Snakes HALLOWEEN Prop & How-To Video Tutorial

This step-by-step tutorial walks DIY haunters through building a motorized animatronic snake prop that realistically slithers for Halloween displays. The project is designed to fit a variety of settings including a witch's den, haunted house, or graveyard yard haunt. The channel presents the build in an accessible, easy-to-follow format aimed at helping hobbyists achieve professional-looking results at home.

HALLOWEEN DIY & HOW-TO Props & Special Effects· 20,944 views
HOW TO SCULPT a Baby Mutant Halloween Prop | Monster Lab
1:08:21
DIY PropsAdvanced

HOW TO SCULPT a Baby Mutant Halloween Prop | Monster Lab

In this extended director's cut of Monster Lab, Ed Edmunds and Tom Cassidy of Distortions Unlimited walk through sculpting a baby mutant creature called Mutinee, inspired by their Mutant animatronic. The tutorial covers the full clay process, from bulking out the form to blocking large anatomy, refining details, and finishing the piece. It's a hands-on look at professional creature-sculpting workflow using WED clay and a range of sculpting tools.

DistortionsUnlimited· 20,758 views
Krampus Gingerbread Man Halloween Prop Build
3:01
DIY PropsIntermediate

Krampus Gingerbread Man Halloween Prop Build

This short prop build video guides viewers through sculpting a clay creature inspired by the gingerbread man characters from the 2015 horror film Krampus. The build blends festive holiday imagery with dark, haunt-ready aesthetics for a unique seasonal prop. At just three minutes, it offers a focused look at the creator's process without extensive step-by-step instruction.

Haunt Former· 20,747 views
DIY HALLOWEEN - EASY SKULLS FROM EMPTY MILK JUGS
0:56
DIY PropsBeginner$0–$5

DIY HALLOWEEN - EASY SKULLS FROM EMPTY MILK JUGS

This short-form video demonstrates how to transform empty plastic milk jugs into Halloween skull decorations. It appears to be a teaser or clip pointing viewers to a full tutorial on the creator's YouTube channel. The project is positioned as an easy, budget-friendly craft accessible to most skill levels.

Monster Tutorials· 20,692 views