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Make a spooky Halloween tree DIY under $50

DIY PropsBeginnerUnder $50

Make a spooky Halloween tree DIY under $50

StiltbeastStudios walks viewers through building a spooky Halloween tree prop on a tight budget. The roughly 32-minute tutorial is aimed at home haunters and attraction builders who want an impactful seasonal centerpiece without spending a lot. Allen Hopps guides the process from start to finish, keeping material costs under $50. The result is a dramatic, creepy tree suitable for yard displays or haunted attraction sets.

StiltbeastStudios· 408,390 views

graveyard statue 2020

DIY PropsBeginner$20–$60

graveyard statue 2020

StiltbeastStudios walks through building a graveyard statue prop suitable for home Halloween displays or haunted attractions, using widely available and affordable materials from hardware stores. The build centers on polyethylene foam underlayment, canvas drop cloth, and heavy-duty construction adhesive as its core components. At roughly 27 minutes, the tutorial offers enough detail to guide a beginner through the full construction process. The creator emphasizes that the materials are easy to source, keeping the project accessible for most DIY haunters.

StiltbeastStudios· 406,755 views

Make a spider for Halloween from pool noodles $60

DIY PropsBeginner~$60

Make a spider for Halloween from pool noodles $60

Stiltbeast Studios walks through building an impressive giant spider prop using 13 foam pool noodles for around $60 in materials. The build is approachable for beginners and delivers a large, impactful Halloween prop on a tight budget. At just under an hour, the tutorial covers the full construction process from start to finish.

StiltbeastStudios· 404,441 views

Spooky Haunted Two-Way Mirror 💀 DIY Halloween Props

DIY PropsIntermediate$50–$150 depending on mirror tier and whether you already own a monitor

Spooky Haunted Two-Way Mirror 💀 DIY Halloween Props

Wicked Makers (Jaimie and Jay) build a motion-triggered haunted mirror prop for their yard haunt by combining a thrift-store vintage frame, a two-way mirror panel, and a monitor running custom ghost footage. The ghost video stars Jaimie, professionally enhanced with visual effects and eerie audio by Fiverr artists. When a trick-or-treater walks up, the motion sensor fires the media player and a ghostly apparition materializes in the mirror. The build draws inspiration from their earlier DIY smart mirror project and folklore figures like Bloody Mary and Candyman.

Wicked Makers· 388,143 views

Spray Foam Werewolf Mask DIY Mask From Home Depot

DIY PropsIntermediate

Spray Foam Werewolf Mask DIY Mask From Home Depot

StiltbeastStudios walks viewers through building a werewolf mask using spray foam sourced from a home improvement store. The video demonstrates how accessible, off-the-shelf materials can be transformed into a convincing creature prop without professional-grade supplies. This is part of the channel's broader focus on haunt-quality monster fabrication techniques made approachable for home builders.

StiltbeastStudios· 384,340 views

The Secret to PERFECT Halloween Spiderwebs...

DIY PropsBeginner$10–$30

The Secret to PERFECT Halloween Spiderwebs...

Wicked Makers hosts Jay and Jaimie reveal beef netting — a food-industry material — as the go-to secret for creating large, realistic-looking Halloween spiderwebs that far outperform store-bought cotton webbing. The technique is beginner-friendly, requiring only basic tools like scissors, hooks, and landscape staples. Because the material is durable, the finished webs can be stored and reused across multiple Halloween seasons. Creators note that beef netting tends to sell out well before October, so early ordering is advised.

Wicked Makers· 371,083 views

foam filling masks with home depot foam to make a prop head.

DIY PropsBeginnerlow (single off-the-shelf foam product)

foam filling masks with home depot foam to make a prop head.

StiltbeastStudios walks through an experimental process of foam-filling latex masks using an affordable expanding foam product sourced from Home Depot, with the goal of creating solid, display-ready prop heads. The creator treats this as a live experiment, sharing his thought process as much as the technique itself. A post-shoot update confirms the foam cured very firm and rigid, suggesting the method is viable and could be a significant time-saver for haunt builders.

StiltbeastStudios· 365,965 views

We made a Halloween Spellbook with a MOVING EYE!

DIY PropsBeginner$10–$30

We made a Halloween Spellbook with a MOVING EYE!

Wicked Makers' Jay and Jaimie build a Hocus Pocus–inspired spellbook prop featuring a living, moving eye — achieved by placing a smartphone behind a glass cabochon lens set into the book cover. The book's aged leather look is created using a simple tissue paper and Mod Podge decoupage technique, while optional air dry clay sculpts a realistic eyelid surround. The finished piece works as a standalone Halloween display or as a showstopping prop for a witch costume.

Wicked Makers· 363,039 views

How to Make a Halloween Mask "Painting" | Monster Lab

DIY PropsIntermediate

How to Make a Halloween Mask "Painting" | Monster Lab

In this installment of Distortions Unlimited's Monster Lab series, Ed Edmunds demonstrates how to create a latex Halloween mask from start to finish. The episode walks through pouring latex and painting the finished mask, which can be worn as part of a costume or used as a display piece. It draws on Distortions' professional background in haunt props, masks, and animatronics.

DistortionsUnlimited· 348,803 views

DIY Halloween Props - How to make an Easy Halloween Scarecrow

DIY PropsBeginnerunder $20

DIY Halloween Props - How to make an Easy Halloween Scarecrow

Wicked Makers hosts Jaimie and Jay demonstrate how to build a Halloween scarecrow using a plastic jack-o-lantern as the head, mounted on a simple wood frame dressed with cheesecloth and twine. The build relies on common, inexpensive materials — including reclaimed fence pickets — making it accessible to virtually any skill level. The finished prop is designed for outdoor yard display and delivers strong visual impact for minimal effort and cost.

Wicked Makers· 337,946 views

Easy mummified fairy or dead sprite specimen tutorial

DIY PropsBeginner$5–$20

Easy mummified fairy or dead sprite specimen tutorial

This tutorial walks crafters through building a mummified fairy or dead sprite prop using inexpensive, easy-to-find materials including mini skeletons and oven-bake clay. The finished piece is styled as a creepy specimen display, evoking Victorian curiosity-cabinet aesthetics. Free downloadable labels are offered to complete the taxidermy-style presentation. The project is accessible to beginners and suits both tabletop décor and haunted house vignettes.

Monster Tutorials· 335,686 views

I Made This Using Toilet Paper.

Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

I Made This Using Toilet Paper.

Madeyewlook transforms herself into a ghostly candle-adorned figure using an unexpected hero material: toilet paper rolls. The rolls are crafted into a dramatic headpiece housing battery-operated candles, while Graftobian FX Gelatin prosthetics and white face paint create an ethereal, otherworldly complexion. The look blends holiday-glam aesthetics with spooky SFX techniques for a result that sits somewhere between haunt-worthy and high fashion. Despite the accessible main material, the overall execution draws on intermediate-level makeup artistry skills.

Madeyewlook· 333,974 views

Weeping angel Halloween display

DIY PropsBeginnerUnder $40

Weeping angel Halloween display

StiltbeastStudios walks through building a full-size Weeping Angel yard prop on a tight budget, relying heavily on free and low-cost materials. The figure's structure is built around stacked five-gallon buckets and a coat-hanger armature, with a styrofoam wig head and expanding foam adding shape and detail. A tarp draped over the form creates the angel's iconic flowing robes. The finished display delivers impressive visual impact for roughly $40 or less.

StiltbeastStudios· 323,406 views

Alice Madness Returns: Ripped off Face Makeup Tutorial

Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

Alice Madness Returns: Ripped off Face Makeup Tutorial

This tutorial recreates the disturbing ripped-face aesthetic from the video game Alice: Madness Returns using body paint and eyeshadow rather than prosthetics. The creator layers cosmetic-grade body paints and pigments to simulate exposed flesh, dark voids, and gory detail. At just four minutes, it is a compact, visually punchy guide focused on achieving a striking character-accurate look. The video game reference is credited, grounding the makeup in its source material.

Madeyewlook· 321,059 views

Project Hail Mary Cockpit Control Panel Build #projecthailmary #propbuild #scifibuild

DIY PropsIntermediate

Project Hail Mary Cockpit Control Panel Build #projecthailmary #propbuild #scifibuild

A maker takes on the challenge of recreating the iconic cockpit control panel from the Project Hail Mary spacecraft. The build draws inspiration from the film's set design and likely incorporates 3D-printed components to achieve an accurate replica. The video documents the construction process from concept through finished panel.

Creative Geekery· 319,345 views

I Turned a Broken Phone into a Working Fallout Pip-Boy

DIY PropsAdvanced$30–$80 (excluding 3D printer and phone)

I Turned a Broken Phone into a Working Fallout Pip-Boy

Creator Matt Daniels builds a fully functional Fallout Pip-Boy prop by hiding a broken smartphone inside a 3D-printed shell to drive the screen and dial lighting. A homemade vacuum forming rig is used to shape a curved plastic lens that recreates the classic CRT aesthetic. The build also covers weathering, painting, and the kind of practical movie-magic tricks used by real prop departments to sell the illusion. The result is a screen-accurate, wearable cosplay prop at a fraction of commercial replica prices.

Creative Geekery· 317,335 views

EASY Halloween Store Tombstone Makeover!

DIY PropsBeginnerlow (store-bought tombstone plus basic painting supplies)

EASY Halloween Store Tombstone Makeover!

Wicked Makers hosts Jaimie and Jay walk through a quick and budget-friendly upgrade of store-bought foam tombstones into realistic, personalized Halloween gravestones. The process involves removing unwanted surface details, adding custom lettering via carving or adhesive 3D letters, and finishing with a Drylok base coat followed by layered acrylic paint for a weathered stone look. The result is a highly customizable yard prop that far outperforms its plain out-of-the-box appearance. Printable tombstone epitaph templates are available through their Patreon for added convenience.

Wicked Makers· 314,557 views

pool noodle pumpkins!

DIY PropsBeginner$1–$10

pool noodle pumpkins!

Stiltbeast Studios demonstrates how to create convincing faux pumpkins using pool noodles sourced from Dollar Tree — an inexpensive, weather-resistant alternative to traditional foam or plastic pumpkins. The technique is beginner-friendly and scalable, making it practical for builders who need multiple props on a tight budget. The creator notes that Dollar Tree carries pool noodles outside of summer, opening up year-round availability for the material.

StiltbeastStudios· 311,729 views

DIY Steampunk Hat

Costume TutorialsBeginner$10–$30

DIY Steampunk Hat

This beginner-friendly tutorial from Madeyewlook walks viewers through transforming a basic fuzzy top hat into a steampunk prop using everyday craft supplies. Techniques include tea-staining for an aged look, acrylic paint layering for a weathered metallic finish, and attaching decorative gears and chains. Most materials are sourced from craft stores, making this an accessible and affordable Halloween costume build. It marks the channel's first-ever DIY costume tutorial.

Madeyewlook· 306,610 views

We made a FLOATING Bottle that pours forever! (Halloween Prop)

DIY PropsBeginner$20–$50

We made a FLOATING Bottle that pours forever! (Halloween Prop)

Wicked Makers' Jay and Jaimie build a mesmerizing Halloween prop that makes a wine bottle appear to float in mid-air while endlessly pouring colored liquid. The illusion is driven by a small recirculating water pump hidden inside a cup, with a clear acrylic tube acting as both the structural support and the hidden return channel for the liquid. The build relies on inexpensive, widely available materials and requires only basic tools, making it very accessible for first-time prop builders. The finished piece works especially well as an eye-catching indoor Halloween centerpiece or party decoration.

Wicked Makers· 305,225 views

Evil Skull Heart Makeup Tutorial

Makeup TutorialsAdvanced

Evil Skull Heart Makeup Tutorial

Madeyewlook creator Alexys Fleming delivers a striking evil skull and anatomical heart body-paint makeup look in this short tutorial. The design blends classic skull makeup with gore-style detailing using a combination of professional-grade water-activated and alcohol-activated paints. Multiple product lines are used to build depth through layered shadows, vivid reds, and stark whites and blacks. Despite the brief runtime, the look achieves an impressively dramatic horror aesthetic.

Madeyewlook· 305,081 views

The Purge: Election Year "Statue of Liberty" Mask Build 2016

DIY PropsBeginner

The Purge: Election Year "Statue of Liberty" Mask Build 2016

This short build video walks through recreating the iconic Statue of Liberty mask from The Purge: Election Year using affordable, easy-to-find materials. The creator combines a base plastic mask with paint, EL wire lighting, a crown, and a few other simple components to produce a screen-inspired replica. Despite its striking, creepy end result, the builder notes the project was relatively straightforward to complete. The finished piece works equally well as a wearable costume mask or a display prop.

Haunt Former· 281,672 views

plastic corpsing

DIY PropsBeginnerlow (budget-friendly method)

plastic corpsing

Allen Hopps of StiltbeastStudios presents a plastic corpsing technique designed to be faster, easier, and more affordable than traditional methods. The tutorial demonstrates how to transform inexpensive skeletons into convincing decomposed corpse props suitable for haunted house environments. The approach emphasizes accessibility, making professional-looking results achievable without a large budget or advanced skill set.

StiltbeastStudios· 274,491 views

We turned a Christmas Gift into a Horrifying MIMIC!

DIY PropsIntermediate$30–$70

We turned a Christmas Gift into a Horrifying MIMIC!

Wicked Makers' Jay and Jaimie build a holiday-themed Mimic prop — a shape-shifting monster disguised as a wrapped Christmas present, complete with fanged teeth and multiple eyes. The build uses accessible materials like foamcore, EVA foam, foam clay, and acrylic paints, making it approachable for intermediate crafters. Inspired by the iconic creature from Dungeons & Dragons and Dark Souls, the finished prop is designed to look like an innocent gift until it reveals its monstrous features. The tutorial walks through construction, sculpting, and painting to achieve a convincing and sinister holiday decoration.

Wicked Makers· 272,331 views