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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.

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I 3D Printed a LIFE SIZE Haunted Mansion Door for Neil Patrick Harris - PART 2

DIY PropsIntermediate

I 3D Printed a LIFE SIZE Haunted Mansion Door for Neil Patrick Harris - PART 2

VanOaks Props continues a high-profile commission build — a life-size 3D-printed Haunted Mansion door destined for Neil Patrick Harris — by tackling the challenging task of bonding large-format printed parts together. The episode focuses on comparing and applying multiple adhesive types, including fast-set epoxy, plastic welder, Weld-on 16, and CA glue, to achieve strong, seamless joins. A candid build mistake is also documented, making this a realistic look at the problem-solving required in large-scale prop fabrication.

VanOaksProps· 13,915 views

Motorized Hanging Cross Skeleton Mech How To

DIY AnimatronicsBeginner

Motorized Hanging Cross Skeleton Mech How To

FrightProps walks through assembling their Universal Animated Motorized Hanging Skeleton Mech, a plug-and-play solution for creating a moving crucified skeleton prop. The tutorial pairs the pre-built mech with a standard plastic skeleton and a cross or wooden beam to produce a compelling animated effect. The process is approachable for home haunters of any experience level, requiring only basic tools and hardware.

FrightProps· 13,891 views

simple mask hanging tutorial

DIY PropsBeginnerunder $20

simple mask hanging tutorial

StiltbeastStudios demonstrates a quick, beginner-friendly method for transforming a classic plastic Halloween mask into clean wall art. The technique focuses on a tidy, polished presentation that honors the vintage aesthetic of retro Halloween masks like the iconic Ben Cooper style. Decorative cabochon eyes and colored hot glue are incorporated to enhance the finished display piece.

StiltbeastStudios· 13,881 views

Five Nights At Freddy's Foxy Halloween Prop Build Part 2: The Head

DIY PropsIntermediate

Five Nights At Freddy's Foxy Halloween Prop Build Part 2: The Head

This video is Part 2 of a multi-part series building Foxy the Pirate Fox from the popular horror video game Five Nights at Freddy's as a Halloween prop. The episode focuses specifically on constructing Foxy's head. The build was created as a thank-you project for the channel reaching 1,000 subscribers and is part of a broader series that includes other horror character builds like Slenderman and Jeff the Killer.

Haunt Former· 13,816 views

Fried

Fried

A short showcase from Distortions Unlimited featuring an electric-chair-themed prop depicting a gruesomely charred victim. The clip leans into dark humor, playing up the 'overcooked' execution gag for a haunt setting. It serves as a quick look at the prop rather than a build or tutorial.

DistortionsUnlimited· 13,801 views

WIP Oblivion Cosplay Armor - The Back #cosplay #cosplayarmor #evafoam

Costume TutorialsIntermediate

WIP Oblivion Cosplay Armor - The Back #cosplay #cosplayarmor #evafoam

This work-in-progress video showcases the back section of a Legion armor cosplay build from The Elder Scrolls: Oblivion, constructed entirely from EVA foam. The creator is developing a full prototype with free PDF templates and a complete build tutorial planned for future release. It offers a preview of the crafting process along with the promise of accessible resources for fellow cosplayers.

SKS Props· 13,789 views

Plague Doc Mask WIP - sealed & ready for paint #plaguedoctor #steampunk #cosplay

DIY PropsIntermediate

Plague Doc Mask WIP - sealed & ready for paint #plaguedoctor #steampunk #cosplay

SKS Props walks through the sealing and paint-prep stage of a handmade plague doctor mask built from EVA foam. The project is based on an upcoming free PDF pattern compatible with both foam and leather construction. The video is a work-in-progress snapshot, capturing the mask just before paint is applied. It doubles as a wearable Halloween costume piece or a detailed cosplay build.

SKS Props· 13,786 views

Forbidden Temple Staff - Bamboo from PVC?

DIY PropsIntermediate

Forbidden Temple Staff - Bamboo from PVC?

VanOaksProps walks through transforming a plain PVC pipe into a realistic-looking bamboo shaft, then assembling it into a detailed witch doctor or forbidden temple staff. The build incorporates skulls, rope, raffia, and Spanish moss for a tribal aesthetic inspired by attractions like Disney's Jungle Cruise and Indiana Jones. Heat shaping, rotary tool carving, and airbrushing are combined to achieve convincing bamboo texture and aged coloring. A creator correction notes that Spanish moss — not sphagnum moss — is the material actually used.

VanOaksProps· 13,760 views

Ed & Jordu Paint Distortions Resurrection Masks

Ed & Jordu Paint Distortions Resurrection Masks

Ed Edmunds and Jordu Schell — both known from the Travel Channel reality series Making Monsters — are shown painting Distortions Unlimited's Resurrection collector series latex masks, with additional painting work contributed by Tom Cassidy. The Resurrection line is a special series sculpted by Jordu Schell that pays homage to classic Distortions Unlimited Halloween masks. The short clip offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at the professional hand-painting process behind these sought-after collector pieces.

DistortionsUnlimited· 13,733 views

FrightProps Pressure Sensing Mats Trigger Overview

Arduino & ControllersBeginner

FrightProps Pressure Sensing Mats Trigger Overview

FrightProps walks through their pressure-sensing trigger mats, one of their most popular prop-activation accessories. The video covers how the slim, flexible, water-resistant mats can be hidden under carpet or matting and paired with any FrightProps controller, audio player, or third-party device that accepts a trigger input. A strobe alarm prop is used as a live demonstration of the activation. Key safety guidance on low-voltage requirements and relay use for AC props is also addressed.

FrightProps· 13,730 views

How to Make Devil Sword Dante EVA Foam Cosplay Sword from Devil May Cry 5 - Free Foam PDF Templates

Costume TutorialsIntermediate

How to Make Devil Sword Dante EVA Foam Cosplay Sword from Devil May Cry 5 - Free Foam PDF Templates

SKS Props walks through the full build process for a large-scale EVA foam replica of Dante's Devil Sword from Devil May Cry 5, completed in time for DragonCon. The finished prop spans roughly 62 inches and weighs approximately 2.5 pounds thanks to a lightweight EVA foam and foam clay construction. Free downloadable PDF templates are available on the creator's website to help viewers replicate the build. The tutorial covers everything from cutting and shaping the foam core to sealing, priming, and painting the blade's signature Damascus-style pattern.

SKS Props· 13,624 views

meat hooks finished.wmv

DIY PropsBeginnerlow / budget-friendly

meat hooks finished.wmv

Stiltbeast Studios walks through the completed construction of inexpensive meat hook props suitable for haunted house or home haunt environments. The video focuses on delivering a creepy butcher or slaughterhouse aesthetic without a large budget. It serves as a practical finishing guide for a straightforward prop build.

StiltbeastStudios· 13,623 views

Distortions Giant WEREWOLF Sneak Peek 2020 | Halloween Prop Sculpting Behind the Scenes

DIY AnimatronicsPro

Distortions Giant WEREWOLF Sneak Peek 2020 | Halloween Prop Sculpting Behind the Scenes

This short behind-the-scenes clip from Distortions Unlimited offers a rare look at the professional prop-making process as sculptor Tom Cassidy completes the head sculpt for a giant werewolf animatronic. Company owners Ed and Marsha Edmunds evaluate the piece alongside mold makers, focusing on whether the detailed teeth could create complications during molding and casting. The finished prop was slated to debut at the Transworld Halloween and Attractions show. WED clay — a water-based, slow-drying medium originally developed for Disney animatronic work — is highlighted as the sculpting material of choice.

DistortionsUnlimited· 13,584 views

T Rex Dinosaur Wall Mount Prop | Ed & Tom Create the 4 Paint Color Designs

T Rex Dinosaur Wall Mount Prop | Ed & Tom Create the 4 Paint Color Designs

Distortions Unlimited co-founders Ed Edmunds and Tom Cassidy are shown developing four distinct paint color schemes for the company's new 2022 T-Rex Head Wall Mount prop. The video goes behind the scenes of the professional prop design process, revealing how creative decisions are made collaboratively — including input from Marsha and the broader crew. The four finished colorways — Jungle Green, Desert Red, Mountain Grey, and Swamp with Bloody Teeth — reflect both aesthetic range and retail appeal. The piece holds personal significance for Tom Cassidy, who sculpted it with the T-Rex as his all-time favorite monster.

DistortionsUnlimited· 13,487 views

Wednesday Sculpting Bingo!

DIY PropsAdvanced

Wednesday Sculpting Bingo!

Stiltbeast Studios hosts an extended sculpting session focused on creating a Wednesday-inspired character piece, presented in a bingo challenge format. Allen Hopps guides viewers through the sculpting process in what appears to be a long-form live or recorded workshop running over three hours. The video targets haunted attraction builders and mask makers looking to develop professional-level character sculpts. The bingo format suggests an interactive or community-driven element to the creative session.

StiltbeastStudios· 13,404 views

www.monstertutorials.com - How to make a realistic fake forked tongue

DIY PropsBeginnerunder $5

www.monstertutorials.com - How to make a realistic fake forked tongue

This tutorial from Monster Tutorials walks viewers through crafting a realistic-looking forked tongue prop using inexpensive, accessible materials. The build is designed to be simple enough for beginners while producing a convincing result suitable for integration into a variety of Halloween props or displays. The creator emphasizes low cost as a key advantage of the technique. Viewers are encouraged to think creatively about how the finished piece might be used across different haunt or prop applications.

Monster Tutorials· 13,373 views

Poison Props: Horror Hanger Stumps

Poison Props: Horror Hanger Stumps

Poison Props showcases their 'Horror Hanger' commercial animatronic prop featuring a female figure with exposed limb stumps suspended from hooks. The prop incorporates violent twitching movement and distressed audio to create an intense body-horror scare effect. It appears aimed at professional haunted attractions or serious home haunters seeking high-impact, disturbing characters.

POISON PROPS· 13,356 views

Mastering the Art of Aging: How to Paint a Sign to Look Like Aged Metal

DIY PropsBeginner$10–$25

Mastering the Art of Aging: How to Paint a Sign to Look Like Aged Metal

VanOaksProps walks through a multi-step painting technique to make a flat sign look convincingly like aged, weathered metal. The process layers spray paints and acrylic colors — including gold tones and teal for a patina effect — along with baby powder and spray adhesive for added texture. The creator frames the skill as a storytelling tool, arguing that small prop details like this elevate the overall quality of a haunt. A giveaway for the finished sign from the video was also featured.

VanOaksProps· 13,343 views

Weeping Angel Costume Build - Pool Noodle Angel Wings

Costume TutorialsIntermediate

Weeping Angel Costume Build - Pool Noodle Angel Wings

StiltbeastStudios walks through the construction of a Weeping Angel costume, focusing on how to build convincing angel wings using pool noodles as the primary structural material. The build is aimed at haunted attraction performers and serious Halloween enthusiasts who want a striking, wearable character costume. The channel is associated with Dark Hour Haunted House, lending the tutorial a professional haunt perspective.

StiltbeastStudios· 13,329 views

Building a Halloween Crypt - Part 3: Fake Brick Walls & Hard Coating

DIY PropsIntermediatelow–moderate (materials listed are widely available and budget-friendly)

Building a Halloween Crypt - Part 3: Fake Brick Walls & Hard Coating

Part 3 of VanOaksProps' ongoing Halloween crypt build focuses on crafting realistic fake brick panels from foam and attaching them to pre-built wall flats. The episode then walks through applying a brush-on hard coat — Flexbond tile mortar — to protect the finished surfaces for repeated seasonal use. Together these steps transform flat panels into durable, convincing crypt walls. The compact runtime keeps instruction tight and practical.

VanOaksProps· 13,315 views

DIY Moving Hand Shadow HALLOWEEN HOW-TO SFX Video Tutorial

DIY PropsIntermediate

DIY Moving Hand Shadow HALLOWEEN HOW-TO SFX Video Tutorial

This step-by-step tutorial walks viewers through building a mechanical, animated hand shadow prop that casts a moving ghostly hand silhouette — an effect famously associated with Disneyland's Haunted Mansion dark ride. The prop combines a slow-turning motor with a shaped hand cutout to project a creeping shadow across walls or ceilings. At 16 minutes, the video covers the full construction process in an approachable, beginner-friendly style. The finished effect works equally well for front porch displays, yard haunts, and indoor haunted house scenes.

HALLOWEEN DIY & HOW-TO Props & Special Effects· 13,282 views

Super Easy Faux Granite Paint

DIY PropsBeginnerunder $20

Super Easy Faux Granite Paint

VanOaksProps demonstrates a fast, beginner-friendly technique for achieving a convincing faux granite finish, applied here to create a Halloween grave marker. The method layers multiple FolkArt acrylic colors using spray bottles and a mesh strainer to mimic the speckled texture of real stone. A vinyl stencil cut on a Silhouette Cameo adds crisp lettering or imagery, and a Mod Podge Gloss topcoat ties the finish together. The result is an inexpensive, eye-catching cemetery prop that can be completed in well under an hour.

VanOaksProps· 13,209 views

Silicone Caulk Mold- Full Process

DIY PropsBeginnerunder $20

Silicone Caulk Mold- Full Process

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios presents a full updated walkthrough of his flat mold-making technique using readily available silicone caulk. The process uses common hardware-store materials — silicone caulk and dish soap — to create affordable, flexible molds suitable for Halloween prop and mask fabrication. This is a refined version of an earlier tutorial, offering a cleaner and more complete explanation of each step.

StiltbeastStudios· 13,201 views

DIY Shrunken Heads - Part2

DIY PropsIntermediate

DIY Shrunken Heads - Part2

Part two of a two-part series, this tutorial picks up where the sculpting left off and walks through all the finishing steps needed to bring a realistic shrunken head prop to life. The creator demonstrates how to apply hair, eyebrows, and eyelashes, then shows how to sew the mouth and nose shut for an authentic tsantsa look. The segment wraps up with guidance on mounting the finished head for display. Together with Part 1, this forms a complete beginner-to-intermediate prop-making workflow.

Monster Tutorials· 13,189 views

Best DIY Props Videos · Halloween Universe