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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.

2315 videos

HALLOWEEN HAPPY// HALLOWEEN TAG FLIP BOOK PROCESS!!
7:51
DIY PropsBeginner

HALLOWEEN HAPPY// HALLOWEEN TAG FLIP BOOK PROCESS!!

This video walks through the creative process of making a Halloween-themed tag flip book as a handmade gift for a friend. The channel host shares her crafting process in a warm, enthusiastic style aimed at fellow Halloween lovers. The project is a paper-based craft suitable for those who enjoy seasonal handmade gift-making and scrapbook-style art.

Halloween Happy· 5,602 views
Dead Autopsy Piglet Halloween Haunted House Prop
0:32
Prop Reviews

Dead Autopsy Piglet Halloween Haunted House Prop

FrightProps showcases a dead autopsy piglet static prop designed for haunted house use. The piece is constructed with a foam-filled interior and a latex exterior, giving it a realistic, grotesque appearance. In just one minute, the video highlights the prop's detail and potential placement in horror scenes.

FrightProps· 5,591 views
LIVE Proton pack build - from the workshop!
2:27:15
DIY PropsIntermediate

LIVE Proton pack build - from the workshop!

A live workshop session focused on putting the finishing touches on a 3D-printed Ghostbusters proton pack prop. The creator works through the build in real time, giving viewers an over-the-shoulder look at the prop-making process. At nearly two and a half hours, there is plenty of time spent on detail work and problem-solving on the fly.

Creative Geekery· 5,585 views
scenic painting 16 I think gears 3D mural
6:48
Set DesignIntermediate

scenic painting 16 I think gears 3D mural

StiltBeast Studios demonstrates their scenic painting process for a steampunk-themed gear mural intended for a haunted attraction or similar environment. The video showcases how dimensional-looking gear and mechanical elements can be painted directly onto walls to create an immersive steampunk aesthetic. This is part of an ongoing scenic painting series from the channel, offering insight into professional-level set dressing techniques.

StiltbeastStudios· 5,562 views
Man-imations Projected Ghost Illusion - Evil Clown
0:19
Projection EffectsBeginner

Man-imations Projected Ghost Illusion - Evil Clown

FrightProps showcases their Man-imations line, which uses a projector to cast an animated face onto a life-sized prop figure, creating the illusion of a living character. The featured subject is an evil clown, though the system is designed to work with virtually any costumed character. The kit includes the head, body, and projector hardware, so buyers simply add their own costume to complete the effect. The result is a high-impact, realistic Halloween decoration suitable for home haunts or professional attractions.

FrightProps· 5,556 views
Painting Halloween Props - Ed Edmunds Daily Workout
4:43
Professional Haunted Attractions

Painting Halloween Props - Ed Edmunds Daily Workout

Ed Edmunds, the founder of Distortions Unlimited, gives viewers a behind-the-scenes look at how large batches of Halloween haunt props are painted and prepared for commercial shipment. The video showcases the physical and repetitive nature of production-scale prop finishing, which Ed humorously frames as his daily workout. It offers a rare glimpse into the professional manufacturing pipeline that supplies haunted attractions across the country.

DistortionsUnlimited· 5,548 views
Under the Christmas Tree - Holiday Movie
4:47
Other

Under the Christmas Tree - Holiday Movie

A family-made Christmas short film in which a girl named Celeste battles puppet Gift Gremlins and a Gremlin King to restore her family's Christmas tree lights. The entire production — sets, props, and puppets — was built by the family team inside their home during lockdown. While not a Halloween tutorial, the DIY puppet and set-building elements have clear crossover appeal for home haunt and prop builders.

Creative Geekery· 5,547 views
First Class Trip To Texas and Monster Camp Day One
15:14
Other

First Class Trip To Texas and Monster Camp Day One

This video follows the creator of Monster Tutorials as he travels to Dallas, Texas to attend Allen Hopp's (Stiltbeast Studios) Monster Camp, a specialized mask-making workshop. Day one captures the journey and initial experiences at the event. It functions primarily as a travel vlog and community meetup document rather than a step-by-step tutorial. Viewers get an insider glimpse into the haunter workshop culture surrounding professional latex mask making.

Monster Tutorials· 5,546 views
Vomit for sets.wmv
17:52
Set DesignBeginnerlow (two formula options at different price points)

Vomit for sets.wmv

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios demonstrates two different formulas for creating realistic, long-lasting fake vomit for haunt set dressing. The tutorial emphasizes how a well-placed organic fluid effect can instantly imply a human presence and bring life to an otherwise empty scene. The two recipes offer flexibility, letting builders choose between a more budget-friendly option or a higher-quality finish depending on their needs.

StiltbeastStudios· 5,534 views
"Fang" Prop Painting Demo | Ed Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited Shows Paint Steps
4:18
Prop Reviews

"Fang" Prop Painting Demo | Ed Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited Shows Paint Steps

Ed Edmunds, founder of Distortions Unlimited, walks through the painting process for Fang, a latex Monster Buddy prop and 2020 mascot for the Monster Day festival in Greeley, Colorado. The demo highlights airbrush techniques used to bring Fang's character to life, offering a behind-the-scenes look at how professional-grade Halloween props are finished at Distortions Unlimited. The video also briefly introduces other characters in the Monster Buddies lineup, including the Greeley Gremlin and Chewbe. Fang and the other Monster Buddies are available for purchase through the Distortions Unlimited website.

DistortionsUnlimited· 5,525 views
Mutant Legend Prop Unboxing/Setup - Distortions Unlimited 2023 | SNEAK PEEK USED MODEL
10:14
Prop Reviews

Mutant Legend Prop Unboxing/Setup - Distortions Unlimited 2023 | SNEAK PEEK USED MODEL

GMHaunts unboxes and sets up the Mutant Legend prop from Distortions Unlimited's 2023 lineup, with the added novelty that this is a sneak-peek-used model. The video walks viewers through the out-of-box experience and the assembly or setup process for this professional-grade Halloween prop. It offers a close-up look at the build quality and presentation of a high-end haunted attraction piece.

GMHaunts· 5,525 views
Painting Halloween Props Timed Run at Distortions Unlimited
8:19
DIY Props

Painting Halloween Props Timed Run at Distortions Unlimited

The Distortions Unlimited production team walks viewers through a real-time timed paint run on their Pumpkin Witch prop, one of their standout releases from 2023. The video reveals the layered steps professional painters use to bring a commercial Halloween prop to life. As a studio with over four decades of monster-making experience, Distortions offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at factory-level prop finishing.

DistortionsUnlimited· 5,523 views
Distortions Unlimited Monster Making Behind the Scenes
4:57
DIY Animatronics

Distortions Unlimited Monster Making Behind the Scenes

This behind-the-scenes look at Distortions Unlimited showcases the multi-step process involved in crafting professional-grade Halloween monsters and animatronic props. Viewers get a glimpse into key production areas including the sculpting room, paint room, and pouring station. The video highlights the hands-on, artisan nature of the company's fabrication workflow. It serves as both a brand showcase and an inspiring peek into high-end Halloween prop manufacturing.

DistortionsUnlimited· 5,515 views
Pace Maker Haunt Timer from FrightProps
2:26
Arduino & Controllers

Pace Maker Haunt Timer from FrightProps

FrightProps showcases the Pace Maker, a dedicated haunted house entry timer built to help operators control guest pacing through their attraction. The unit supports seconds, minutes, or hours as interval settings and accepts a low-voltage trigger input compatible with step mats, handheld remotes, and similar devices. A simple green/red indicator light system signals ready and triggered states at a glance. It can be configured to fire once per activation or to cycle continuously after the initial trigger.

FrightProps· 5,514 views
HALLOWEEN HAPPY//DOLLAR TREE HALLOWEEN, HAUL-O-WEEN!!
10:13
Halloween Decorating

HALLOWEEN HAPPY//DOLLAR TREE HALLOWEEN, HAUL-O-WEEN!!

A Halloween haul video showcasing seasonal finds from Dollar Tree, aimed at budget-conscious Halloween lovers looking for affordable décor and craft supplies. The host shares her enthusiasm for the holiday while walking viewers through her purchases. The video is part of a broader Halloween-focused channel covering crafts, decorating, makeup, and party planning.

Halloween Happy· 5,501 views
Mechanism for Having a Halloween Prop Head Peak Up from Behind a Fence or Tombstone
1:16
DIY Animatronics

Mechanism for Having a Halloween Prop Head Peak Up from Behind a Fence or Tombstone

FrightProps showcases a ready-made mechanism designed to raise a prop head up from behind a fence, tombstone, or similar barrier for a classic peekaboo scare effect. The short product demonstration highlights how the device integrates into common graveyard-style haunt setups. It appears to be a purchasable unit rather than a from-scratch build tutorial.

FrightProps· 5,497 views
plaster plate molds
19:53
DIY PropsIntermediate

plaster plate molds

Stiltbeast Studios walks through the process of making plate molds using Ultracal 30 plaster, focused on casting latex human face parts. The technique is presented as a fast, accessible method suitable for producing small prop and costume components. This foundational mold-making skill translates well beyond face parts to a wide range of small Halloween prop fabrication projects.

StiltbeastStudios· 5,489 views
How to Make a CORPSE Head Halloween Prop
5:10
DIY Props

How to Make a CORPSE Head Halloween Prop

This short tutorial from Haunt Former walks viewers through building a corpse head prop using the corpsing technique — a popular method widely used in the haunted house community. The build centers on transforming a skull or skeleton head into a convincingly decayed, fleshed-out corpse prop. At just five minutes, the video is a compact, focused guide aimed at haunters looking to add realistic undead details to their setups.

Haunt Former· 5,487 views
Final Babadook
10:18
DIY Props

Final Babadook

Stiltbeast Studios showcases the completed Babadook monster build in this behind-the-scenes look at professional creature fabrication. The video highlights the craftsmanship involved in bringing the iconic horror character to life as a haunted attraction-ready prop or costume piece. It offers a compelling glimpse into the dedication and skill required to produce high-quality Halloween monsters at a professional level.

StiltbeastStudios· 5,465 views
Make a unicorn Skull
13:40
DIY PropsIntermediate

Make a unicorn Skull

Stiltbeast Studios walks through the creation of a unicorn skull prop by combining a horse skull with a horn. The build can be executed using either plastic replica components or genuine animal materials, depending on the builder's preference and access. The result is a striking fantasy-horror artifact suited for haunted attractions or macabre display pieces.

StiltbeastStudios· 5,438 views
Halloween Gravedigger!
2:26:20
DIY Props

Halloween Gravedigger!

StiltbeastStudios presents a Halloween gravedigger build in this extended session hosted by Allen Hopps. The video likely covers the creation or detailing of a gravedigger character prop or costume suitable for haunted attractions or home haunts. At nearly two and a half hours, it offers an in-depth look at bringing this classic Halloween character to life.

StiltbeastStudios· 5,405 views
We Made A DIY Ghostbusters Trailer! And the reactions were...
11:09
Other

We Made A DIY Ghostbusters Trailer! And the reactions were...

The Creative Geekery team produced a fan-made Ghostbusters trailer for a Ghost Tours of NYC project, filming the iconic Ecto-1 on real New York City streets and recreating a firehouse interior complete with proton packs and ghost traps. The production was shot guerrilla-style with no studio backing, leaning entirely on DIY ingenuity and passion for the franchise. After uploading, the trailer went unexpectedly viral, with many viewers convinced it was an official Ghostbusters release. The video covers the full behind-the-scenes journey alongside the finished trailer and audience reaction footage.

Creative Geekery· 5,381 views
Haunt Covid Training - Link in Description
1:01
Scare Acting

Haunt Covid Training - Link in Description

Stiltbeast Studios announces the availability of their digital training program focused on adapting haunt performance to post-COVID challenges. The guide covers scare techniques, actor exercises, and operational guidance for actors, managers, and owners navigating new safety limitations. It also includes DIY prop tutorials designed specifically for social-distancing scare scenarios.

StiltbeastStudios· 5,370 views
Quick Look at Our Animated Levitating Teapot HALLOWEEN Prop
0:38
DIY Props

Quick Look at Our Animated Levitating Teapot HALLOWEEN Prop

This short showcase video reveals a finished animated levitating teapot prop in motion, giving viewers a tantalizing preview before directing them to a dedicated full how-to build video. The prop appears designed for home haunts, haunted houses, or outdoor graveyard displays and fits a ghostly or enchanted aesthetic. It is part of a broader series of DIY Halloween prop tutorials from the same channel, covering a range of animated and decorative effects.

HALLOWEEN DIY & HOW-TO Props & Special Effects· 5,363 views
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