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How to Make a Trench Crusade Cosplay Helmet - Free Foam Templates New Antioch Lieutenant Sallet

Costume TutorialsIntermediate

How to Make a Trench Crusade Cosplay Helmet - Free Foam Templates New Antioch Lieutenant Sallet

SKS Props walks viewers through constructing a Trench Crusade New Antioch Sallet helmet entirely from lightweight EVA foam, using freely available templates from the creator's website. The build covers cutting, heat-forming, and gluing foam pieces into a wearable helmet shell, followed by sealing and a multi-stage acrylic paint process to achieve a grimdark, battle-worn finish. Gilding and texture medium add convincing metallic depth to the completed piece.

SKS Props· 11,448 views

We Painted a MUTINEE HALLOWEEN PROP to Surprise the City of Greeley | Distortions Unlimited

We Painted a MUTINEE HALLOWEEN PROP to Surprise the City of Greeley | Distortions Unlimited

Distortions Unlimited takes viewers behind the scenes as Tom Cassidy and Ed Edmunds paint their new Mutinee prop — the 2023 Monster Day mascot for Greeley, Colorado. The video follows the full painting workflow from base coat through detail work, with crew members weighing in on early paint tests. The finished prop is then brought to an official City of Greeley meeting, where it earns enthusiastic approval ahead of the Monster Day festival.

DistortionsUnlimited· 11,429 views

Using Triggerable Digital Video Software to Create a Changing Portrait Illusion

Projection EffectsIntermediate

Using Triggerable Digital Video Software to Create a Changing Portrait Illusion

This FrightProps tutorial walks through using BrightAuthor software paired with a triggerable HD video player to produce a haunted changing-portrait illusion. The effect transitions smoothly from a calm, static-looking portrait to an animated scare sequence using footage from AtmosFX's Unliving Portrait collection. At just six minutes, the video is a focused, practical guide to setting up the software side of the effect. It's an accessible entry point for haunters wanting to add a high-impact visual illusion without complex physical builds.

FrightProps· 11,405 views

Mutant Man-Eating Plant - Halloween Prop Puppet

Mutant Man-Eating Plant - Halloween Prop Puppet

FrightProps showcases a Little Shop of Horrors–inspired man-eating plant puppet designed for haunted house use. The oversized venus flytrap-style creature prop appears built for performer interaction or display as a standalone scare piece. At just one minute, the video serves primarily as a product highlight reel for the prop available through FrightProps' store.

FrightProps· 11,391 views

How to Build a Jedi Comlink (Qui-Gon Jinn & Obi-Wan Kenobi)

DIY PropsIntermediate$30–$80 depending on parts sourced

How to Build a Jedi Comlink (Qui-Gon Jinn & Obi-Wan Kenobi)

VanOaksProps walks through a detailed, screen-accurate build of the Jedi Comlink seen in the hands of Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi across two Star Wars prequel films. The foundation is a vintage Gillette Sensor Excel razor — the same found object used by the original prop department — enhanced with custom 3D-printed parts, laser-cut acrylic, and hard-to-find specialty hardware like Coughtrie screws and aerospace pins. The tutorial concludes with a full weathering sequence using primer, spray paint, and oil washes to achieve a convincingly worn, screen-matched finish. It's a masterclass in blending digital fabrication with traditional kit-bashing for obsessive prop accuracy.

VanOaksProps· 11,310 views

Booth setup at @PlanetComiconKansasCity 2026! #foamarmor #foamsmith #propmaking #propmaker #cosplay

Booth setup at @PlanetComiconKansasCity 2026! #foamarmor #foamsmith #propmaking #propmaker #cosplay

This short-form video offers a glimpse of SKS Props setting up their booth at Planet Comicon Kansas City 2026. The content showcases foam armor pieces and handcrafted props on display in a convention setting. As a brief behind-the-scenes clip, it highlights the creator's prop-making work and convention presence rather than providing step-by-step instruction.

SKS Props· 11,299 views

Sculpt a Skull Mask Tutorial

DIY PropsAdvanced

Sculpt a Skull Mask Tutorial

Industry veteran Ed Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited walks viewers through the process of sculpting a skull mask using the studio's professional techniques. Distortions Unlimited brings decades of Halloween industry experience to this hands-on tutorial, offering a rare look at how a top-tier monster-making shop approaches mask design. The video reflects the same craftsmanship showcased on the TV series Making Monsters.

DistortionsUnlimited· 11,287 views

Chipped Paint Effect for Props & Costumes | #andor

DIY PropsBeginner$20–$50

Chipped Paint Effect for Props & Costumes | #andor

VanOaksProps demonstrates a simple toothpaste-masking method to create a convincing multi-layer chipped paint effect on props and costumes. Using toothpaste as a resist between paint layers, the technique simulates years of wear and repainting without complex tools. The tutorial is demonstrated on a Star Wars E-11 blaster build inspired by Andor and Rogue One. Finishing touches with antique wax deepen the battle-worn look.

VanOaksProps· 11,275 views

I made a HoloProjector Inspired by Andor Season 2!

DIY PropsIntermediate

I made a HoloProjector Inspired by Andor Season 2!

VanOaksProps builds a DIY HoloProjector inspired by the aesthetic of Andor Season 2, combining 3D printing, laser cutting, and weathering techniques to create a screen-accurate sci-fi prop replica. The video appears to be a showcase or teaser, with the full step-by-step tutorial linked separately. The build incorporates electronics to achieve an authentic holographic display effect. It sits at the intersection of cosplay prop-making and Halloween/haunt set dressing for sci-fi themed spaces.

VanOaksProps· 11,237 views

Monster Lab Trailer | Halloween Mask How To Tutorial

Monster Lab Trailer | Halloween Mask How To Tutorial

This trailer introduces Monster Lab, a multi-episode instructional video series from Distortions Unlimited hosted by industry veteran Ed Edmunds. The series promises to cover the full spectrum of Halloween mask and prop creation, including sculpting, painting, molding, and special effects. Guest artists are featured alongside Edmunds, offering viewers exposure to a variety of professional techniques and styles.

DistortionsUnlimited· 11,155 views

airbrush assembly guide for the harbor freight deluxe airbrush.

DIY PropsBeginner

airbrush assembly guide for the harbor freight deluxe airbrush.

StiltbeastStudios walks through how to correctly assemble the Harbor Freight Deluxe Airbrush, offering a clean and straightforward visual reference for first-time users. The short runtime makes it an efficient primer for anyone unfamiliar with the tool's components and how they fit together. The creator positions this airbrush as a solid budget-friendly option for haunt prop and mask work.

StiltbeastStudios· 11,112 views

Metallic Gold Paint using Food Coloring?

DIY PropsIntermediate$20–$60

Metallic Gold Paint using Food Coloring?

VanOaksProps demonstrates a budget-friendly technique for achieving a convincing metallic gold finish, crediting prop maker Gordon Tarpley as the method's originator. The process uses an aerosol metallic basecoat combined with liquid food coloring to dial in a warm gold tone, finished with acrylic varnish for durability. The technique is demonstrated on a 3D-printed C-3PO hand prop, making it highly relevant for sci-fi cosplay and replica builds. The result punches well above its price point compared to off-the-shelf gold paints.

VanOaksProps· 11,052 views

Trench Crusade Cosplay Helmet #trenchcrusade #3dprinting #cosplay

Costume TutorialsIntermediate

Trench Crusade Cosplay Helmet #trenchcrusade #3dprinting #cosplay

This tutorial walks through the creation of a wearable Trench Crusade Janissary helmet, built from a 3D model provided by Galactic Armory and printed on a Bambu X1C FDM printer. The finished piece is decorated with real gold leaf and hand-painted using Liquitex heavy body acrylics to achieve a grimdark aesthetic faithful to the Trench Crusade setting. The video appeals both to cosplayers looking to build impressive headpieces and fans of the tabletop game eager to translate its visual style into wearable form.

SKS Props· 11,040 views

Electric Chair Prop Build 2014: Part 1

Electric Chair Prop Build 2014: Part 1

This is the first installment in a multi-part series documenting the construction of an electric chair prop for a Death Row-themed haunt space. The video showcases the creator's work-in-progress build designed to anchor a prison execution scene. As a 2014 build log, it offers a look at the early stages of bringing this classic haunted attraction centerpiece to life.

Haunt Former· 11,013 views

Scariest Motorcycle Ever! #shorts

Scariest Motorcycle Ever! #shorts

A short-form video showcasing an intricate airbrush mural painted onto a Harley Davidson motorcycle, featuring iconic women of horror from film and pop culture. The artwork highlights detailed character portraits rendered with professional-level airbrush technique. It serves more as a showcase of finished horror art than a step-by-step tutorial.

SpookYouLaterz· 10,998 views

Fallout “Vaulter” Cosplay Biometric Sensors

Costume TutorialsIntermediate

Fallout “Vaulter” Cosplay Biometric Sensors

Inspired by the Fallout TV series, the creator designs, 3D prints, and finishes a set of biometric sensor props to complete a Vault Dweller cosplay. The video walks through the full workflow from digital modeling to print cleanup, priming, and chrome finishing. A custom downloadable 3D model is available through the creator's Etsy store for viewers who want to replicate the build.

VanOaksProps· 10,991 views

How Fast Can Ed Paint a Latex Skull Mask? | Distortions Unlimited

Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

How Fast Can Ed Paint a Latex Skull Mask? | Distortions Unlimited

Distortions Unlimited founder Ed Edmunds demonstrates how quickly a professional can paint a latex skull mask from base coat to highlights, offering a behind-the-scenes look at production-floor efficiency. The short clip reveals speed-painting techniques developed over decades of professional monster-making. It serves as both an entertaining time-lapse-style showcase and a practical glimpse into how high-volume Halloween prop studios streamline their finishing process.

DistortionsUnlimited· 10,974 views

Make a matrix mold - mold making secrets silicone mold to make resin parts two sided mold

DIY PropsIntermediate

Make a matrix mold - mold making secrets silicone mold to make resin parts two sided mold

StiltbeastStudios walks through the process of creating a matrix mold — a two-part silicone mold technique used to produce accurate, repeatable resin parts for Halloween props and masks. The tutorial covers the key steps and logic behind this mold-making method, helping builders understand how to capture fine detail and release complex shapes. It is part of the channel's broader series on professional-level prop fabrication for haunted attractions.

StiltbeastStudios· 10,972 views

Beholder Pumpkin Carving Project - #pumpkincarving #halloweendecor #halloweencraft #spookyseason

DIY PropsIntermediate

Beholder Pumpkin Carving Project - #pumpkincarving #halloweendecor #halloweencraft #spookyseason

SKS Props walks through the full fabrication process for a Beholder-themed foam pumpkin, blending D&D creature design with Halloween prop-making. The build combines hot-knife foam carving, EVA foam and foam clay sculpting, and multi-layer painting with acrylics and airbrush paints. A standout detail is the handmade monster eyes constructed from Christmas bulbs wrapped in foam clay. A complete step-by-step tutorial is planned for the channel.

SKS Props· 10,949 views

Weathering Haunt Walls - No Spray Bottles!

Set DesignIntermediate

Weathering Haunt Walls - No Spray Bottles!

VanOaks Props demonstrates two distinct weathering techniques for haunt walls without relying solely on spray bottles. The tutorial covers both airbrushing and sponge painting approaches, showing how each method produces a different aged or distressed surface style. Both methods use earth-tone and muted paint colors to create convincing decay and grime effects on haunted attraction flats.

VanOaksProps· 10,942 views

My 2022 Halloween Display Ep. 2 - Ambitious project, here's where I am on Oct 17...just 2 weeks left

My 2022 Halloween Display Ep. 2 - Ambitious project, here's where I am on Oct 17...just 2 weeks left

This is the second episode in Monster Tutorials' 2022 Halloween display build series, captured with just two weeks until Halloween. The creator wraps up fencing work and heads out on a prop shopping run to stock up for the season. The central creative concept pits a pumpkin character against an army of skeletons, setting the stage for an ambitious yard display. It's a candid, in-progress look at how a dedicated home haunter races the calendar to bring a themed scene to life.

Monster Tutorials· 10,931 views

How to Repair Old Halloween Pumpkins 🎃

DIY PropsBeginner$10–$25

How to Repair Old Halloween Pumpkins 🎃

This beginner-friendly tutorial from VanOaksProps walks through restoring faded and cracked foam Halloween pumpkins using everyday craft supplies. The process covers surface prep, sealing cracks with Mod Podge, and repainting with layered acrylic colors using a sea sponge technique. A matte spray sealer is applied at the end to improve durability and weather resistance. The result is a refreshed, display-ready prop at a fraction of the cost of replacement.

VanOaksProps· 10,926 views

Ice gore snot.wmv

Makeup TutorialsBeginnerunder $20

Ice gore snot.wmv

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios demonstrates how to create fake ice, gore, and ectoplasm-style snot using simple, low-cost materials. The core technique relies on a classic school glue and borax polymer reaction, with Smooth-On tint used to achieve a range of color effects. The results are versatile enough for haunted house props, costumes, or actor makeup applications. This is an accessible project requiring minimal tools or experience.

StiltbeastStudios· 10,900 views

Mirror Banger Prop looks like a possessed painting on the wall

Mirror Banger Prop looks like a possessed painting on the wall

FrightProps showcases their Mirror Banger kit, a wall-mounted Halloween prop designed to mimic a possessed or violently shaking picture frame. The kit comes complete with all necessary hardware, a plexiglass mirror, a controller, and a PIR motion sensor for automatic guest triggering. It delivers a convincing haunted-painting effect that integrates naturally into any haunted environment.

FrightProps· 10,898 views