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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

DIY dementor ghost Halloween decoration long version
19:04
DIY PropsIntermediate

DIY dementor ghost Halloween decoration long version

StiltbeastStudios walks viewers through building a dementor-inspired ghost Halloween prop in this extended tutorial. The build is aimed at haunted attraction creators and serious home haunters looking to add a dramatic, imposing spirit figure to their display. Allen Hopps guides the process with the hands-on, professional approach the channel is known for.

StiltbeastStudios· 269,370 views
EASY Halloween Pop-Up Mechanism DIY
5:50
DIY PropsBeginner$20–$60

EASY Halloween Pop-Up Mechanism DIY

VanOaksProps demonstrates a straightforward motorized pop-up mechanism designed to animate ghosts, goblins, or similar Halloween figures. The build relies on a slow-RPM synchronous motor, patio door rollers, and basic lumber and aluminum flat stock to create repeating up-and-down motion. Only a handful of tools are required, making this accessible to builders with limited workshop experience. The finished mechanism can be dropped into a yard haunt or home display to add eye-catching movement on a modest budget.

VanOaksProps· 264,394 views
This tiny HAUNTED HOUSE is amazing!
16:50
DIY PropsIntermediatelow (primarily mystery box / scrap materials plus optional add-ons)

This tiny HAUNTED HOUSE is amazing!

Wicked Makers duo Jaimie and Jay tackle a creative challenge from fellow creator VanOaks Props: build a Halloween prop using only a mystery box of random supplied materials. They land on a detailed miniature haunted house inspired by Halloween village aesthetics, working through unfamiliar papercraft and diorama territory using cardboard, natural foliage, LEDs, and a small motor. The 17-minute build video walks through every stage from brainstorming and structural construction to painting and final detailing. Despite the constraints of unknown materials, the finished piece is a charming, intricately decorated spooky miniature.

Wicked Makers· 260,337 views
Leatherface Mask from Texas Chainsaw Massacre Tutorial
27:49
Makeup TutorialsBeginner$10–$30

Leatherface Mask from Texas Chainsaw Massacre Tutorial

This tutorial walks viewers through building a Leatherface-inspired peeled-skin mask using liquid latex, toilet paper, jute, and paint — all budget-friendly materials. The technique draws on Ed Gein folklore and the iconic Texas Chainsaw Massacre aesthetic to create a disturbingly realistic human-skin effect. With a mannequin head as the sculpting base, the process is accessible even to beginners with no prior mask-making experience.

Monster Tutorials· 257,982 views
How to Control a Magnetic Lock from a Keypad
8:07
Arduino & ControllersBeginnerlow (accessible without major financial investment per source)

How to Control a Magnetic Lock from a Keypad

This FrightProps tutorial walks through wiring a keypad trigger to a magnetic lock so that entering the correct code releases the lock — a classic escape room mechanic. The setup is presented as beginner-friendly and budget-conscious, requiring only a few off-the-shelf components. A companion wiring diagram is provided on the FrightProps website to guide the build. It's a clean, practical demonstration suitable for haunted attractions and escape rooms alike.

FrightProps· 252,088 views
Friday the 13th: Fan Film (2016) - Horror, 80's Slasher
11:29
Other

Friday the 13th: Fan Film (2016) - Horror, 80's Slasher

A fan-produced short film paying homage to classic 1980s slasher cinema, specifically the Friday the 13th franchise. The creators prioritized a high body count over narrative complexity, aiming for an action-packed, massacre-driven experience within a roughly ten-minute runtime. The project reflects a passion for practical, old-school horror filmmaking by an indie group of enthusiasts.

Slash 'N Cast· 250,902 views
Making Foam Look Like Old Wood Beams
8:24
DIY PropsBeginner$20–$50

Making Foam Look Like Old Wood Beams

VanOaksProps walks through a straightforward process for turning lightweight foam into convincingly aged wooden boards using basic carving and texturing tools. The technique layers multiple acrylic paint colors and a glazing medium to build realistic wood grain depth and an old, weathered appearance. At under 10 minutes, the tutorial covers the full workflow from raw foam to finished faux plank. The result is a lightweight, cost-effective alternative to real lumber for haunted house panels, escape rooms, or stage set construction.

VanOaksProps· 240,359 views
Speed Paint: Melted Skull (Limited Edition Prints!)
3:30
Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

Speed Paint: Melted Skull (Limited Edition Prints!)

This speed-paint video by Madeyewlook showcases the creation of a striking melted skull design using acrylic paint and watercolor pencils. The time-lapse format condenses the full artistic process into a fast-paced, visually engaging watch. The piece was also released as a limited-edition print, highlighting the crossover between Halloween makeup artistry and fine art.

Madeyewlook· 237,583 views
easy and poseable spray foam hands diy
16:14
DIY PropsBeginner$10–$30

easy and poseable spray foam hands diy

StiltbeastStudios walks through a budget-friendly method for creating realistic, poseable hands using spray foam — a technique accessible to beginners with minimal tools. The process likely involves an internal wire armature to allow the finished hand to be bent and positioned as needed for any haunt or display. Loctite Titefoam is linked as the recommended product, suggesting it offers the density and workability suited for this kind of prop build. The result is a lightweight, customizable hand prop that can be integrated into costumes, scenes, or full creature builds.

StiltbeastStudios· 234,116 views
DIY Halloween Props - SUPER EASY Cemetery Fence!
5:04
DIY PropsBeginner~$3 per fence section

DIY Halloween Props - SUPER EASY Cemetery Fence!

Wicked Makers' Jaimie and Jay walk through building a simple, budget-friendly Halloween cemetery fence from basic pine lumber and common household tools. Each modular fence section costs roughly $3, making it easy to expand the display year after year. Finishing touches like wood stain, twine, and stretched cobwebbing give the fence an aged, spooky graveyard look.

Wicked Makers· 233,997 views
Experimenting with New Things. It was Gross.
11:58
Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

Experimenting with New Things. It was Gross.

Creator Lex from Madeyewlook takes on a subscriber-driven challenge, experimenting with unfamiliar materials and techniques to produce a dark, editorial SFX look. The build incorporates foam clay sculpted using a mold to create horn prosthetics, layered body paint in multiple shades, and mixed gold powder for metallic accents. The 'gross' factor likely comes from hands-on experimentation with new textures and materials outside her usual workflow. The final result blends fantasy creature aesthetics with horror gore elements.

Madeyewlook· 233,018 views
Dripping Skull Candles 💀 DIY Halloween Props
5:47
DIY PropsBeginner$10–$25

Dripping Skull Candles 💀 DIY Halloween Props

Wicked Makers hosts Jaimie and Jay transform inexpensive plastic skulls into atmospheric dripping-candle props using just a few common materials. The build centers on melting candles over the skull to create a realistic wax-drip effect, finished with a dark wood stain for added depth. The project is explicitly beginner-friendly — a heat gun speeds things up, but an open flame can substitute. The result is a convincing, low-cost Halloween decoration that belies its simple construction.

Wicked Makers· 226,951 views
10 DIY Halloween Props Under $10
1:10:23
DIY PropsBeginnerUnder $10 per prop

10 DIY Halloween Props Under $10

VanOaksProps compiles ten of their most popular budget Halloween prop builds into a single 70-minute video marathon, with each project costing under $10. The lineup spans a wide range of themes — from pirate rum bottles and treasure chests to a prop scythe, medieval torch, and smoldering log effect. Each segment links to its original standalone tutorial, making it easy to jump to specific projects. The format works equally well as a step-by-step guide or background viewing while already building in the workshop.

VanOaksProps· 218,719 views
graveyard statue
18:54
DIY PropsIntermediate

graveyard statue

StiltbeastStudios walks through the construction of a graveyard statue prop suited for both professional haunted attractions and home haunts. The build focuses on achieving a striking silhouette reminiscent of classic cemetery statuary. The standout technique here is the use of spray-on bedliner as a surface finish — the creator's own twist on a well-known prop style — applied across multiple cans to achieve a convincing stone-like texture.

StiltbeastStudios· 217,108 views
Rusted Metal Paint Effect using Hairspray & Coffee Grounds
12:34
DIY PropsBeginner$20–$50

Rusted Metal Paint Effect using Hairspray & Coffee Grounds

This tutorial from VanOaksProps covers two distinct techniques for achieving a convincing rusted, aged-metal paint finish on props and set pieces. The first method uses hairspray as a resist layer to create realistic chipped and peeling paint, while the second incorporates coffee grounds to build up a grungy, corroded surface texture. Both approaches rely on accessible, low-cost materials and are well-suited to haunted house scenic painting or cosplay prop finishing. Note that the creator issued a correction: any mention of 'burnt umber' in the video is intended to mean 'raw sienna.'

VanOaksProps· 216,388 views
Make Your Own Realistic Halloween Tombstones
9:38
DIY PropsIntermediate$20–$60

Make Your Own Realistic Halloween Tombstones

VanOaksProps walks through the full process of building realistic foam tombstones from scratch using materials available at hardware and craft stores. The build covers shaping and carving expanded insulation foam with a Dremel and rasp, adding surface texture with a blow torch, and finishing with a multi-layer paint technique anchored by masonry sealant. The result is a graveyard-worthy prop that far surpasses typical store-bought options. A companion video on finger detail work is also referenced for those wanting to push the realism further.

VanOaksProps· 213,028 views
Great stuff video
10:35
DIY PropsBeginner

Great stuff video

StiltbeastStudios kicks off a multi-part series exploring Great Stuff expanding foam, a go-to material in haunted attraction building. This installment focuses on the properties and characteristics of the foam before moving into hands-on project applications in future episodes. It serves as an accessible introduction for builders who want to understand the material before committing it to a prop or set piece.

StiltbeastStudios· 210,913 views
How to make ghosts out of trash bags and packing tape
14:31
DIY PropsBeginnerunder $10

How to make ghosts out of trash bags and packing tape

This tutorial from Monster Tutorials walks viewers through building full-size ghost props using only translucent trash bags and clear packing tape — two inexpensive, widely available materials. The resulting ghosts are lightweight and easy to produce in multiples, making them ideal for decorating yards, porches, or haunt walkways. A companion materials list and step-by-step written guide are available on the creator's website.

Monster Tutorials· 204,975 views
www.monstertutorials.com - How to make glowing coals and embers plus witch's cauldron
14:46
DIY PropsBeginner

www.monstertutorials.com - How to make glowing coals and embers plus witch's cauldron

This tutorial from Monster Tutorials walks viewers through building convincing fake glowing coals and burning embers for Halloween displays, along with a witch's cauldron that produces smoke and glows purple at night. Spray foam appears to be a key material in achieving a realistic ember texture. The finished effects combine practical construction with lighting and fog to create an atmospheric, witchcraft-themed prop. It's a relatively accessible project aimed at haunters who want a striking visual centerpiece.

Monster Tutorials· 203,691 views
Don't Break My Heart (A Love Letter Makeup Tutorial)
7:46
Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

Don't Break My Heart (A Love Letter Makeup Tutorial)

This tutorial by Madeyewlook delivers a Valentine's Day-themed gore makeup look centered on a dramatic broken-heart concept. The creator combines body paint, special effects makeup, and illustrator products to achieve a glam-horror aesthetic that blends romantic and grotesque elements. The look works equally well as an anti-Valentine's Day statement or a Halloween costume concept. Professional-grade face and body paints are used throughout, giving the finished result a polished, theatrical quality.

Madeyewlook· 200,918 views
Dollar Store Tombstone Makeover - Cheap Easy DIY Graveyard Tutorial
19:55
DIY PropsBeginner$1–$10

Dollar Store Tombstone Makeover - Cheap Easy DIY Graveyard Tutorial

This tutorial from Monster Tutorials shows how to transform inexpensive dollar store foam tombstones into convincingly spooky graveyard props using a handful of additional materials and craft techniques. The focus is on budget-friendly methods that deliver a dramatic visual upgrade without requiring specialized skills or tools. It's a great approach for haunters looking to build out a graveyard scene on a tight budget.

Monster Tutorials· 192,987 views
We made a GIANT real-life Minecraft Spider!
8:02
DIY PropsIntermediate

We made a GIANT real-life Minecraft Spider!

Wicked Makers' Jay and Jaimie build a life-sized, game-accurate Minecraft Spider Halloween prop using XPS foam, acrylic paints, and a hidden RC car chassis that propels it at speed. The blocky pixel aesthetic is achieved through careful foam shaping and a multi-shade grey paint scheme, while 3D-printed details and LED eyes complete the effect. A Bluetooth speaker adds sound for extra impact, making the prop interactive enough to chase trick-or-treaters around the yard.

Wicked Makers· 191,170 views
Silent Hill Cosplay Great Knife #silenthill #silenthillcosplay #pyramidhead #silenthillf
0:11
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

Silent Hill Cosplay Great Knife #silenthill #silenthillcosplay #pyramidhead #silenthillf

SKS Props is producing a build tutorial for the iconic Great Knife from Silent Hill 2, designed to complement their previously crafted Pyramid Head helmet. The tutorial will walk through the full fabrication process along with finishing techniques to achieve convincing gore, rust, and blood weathering effects. The video appears to be a preview or teaser for the upcoming full tutorial rather than a complete step-by-step guide itself.

SKS Props· 185,184 views
Spray Foam Zombie Mask DIY mask from home depot
21:50
DIY PropsIntermediate

Spray Foam Zombie Mask DIY mask from home depot

StiltbeastStudios walks through building a wearable zombie mask using spray foam sourced from a home improvement store. The video demonstrates how an accessible, inexpensive material can be transformed into a haunted-attraction-quality creature mask. Allen Hopps guides viewers through the fabrication process, showing shaping and finishing techniques to achieve a convincing zombie look.

StiltbeastStudios· 183,690 views