DIY Halloween Props - Flaming Tiki Torch Skulls!
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What this video covers
Wicked Makers' Jaimie and Jay walk through a quick, budget-friendly build that mounts plastic skulls onto standard tiki torches for a striking Halloween yard display. The project relies on widely available materials from big-box stores and can be completed in about an hour. Twine wrapping and wood stain give the finished props a weathered, tribal look that elevates typical yard decorations.
Key takeaways
- ◆Plastic skulls are modified to fit over tiki torch poles using a rotary tool or saw
- ◆Wood stain and twine wrapping add a rustic, aged finish
- ◆Hot glue secures the skull and decorative elements in place
- ◆Beginner-friendly build completable in roughly one hour
- ◆Family-friendly project suitable for doing with kids
Who this is for
Halloween decorators of any skill level looking for a fast, inexpensive outdoor prop that adds dramatic flair to a yard haunt or front-porch display.
Tools mentioned
- • hot glue gun
- • scissors
- • rotary tool or saw
- • black marker
Materials mentioned
- • tiki torch
- • plastic skull
- • hot glue
- • twine
- • wood stain
- • paper towels
- • piece of paper
⚠ Safety notes
Project involves open flame from functional tiki torches; adult supervision required, especially when doing this craft with children. Use caution when cutting plastic skulls with a rotary tool or saw.
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