Halloween Pop-Up Skull with GLOWING Eyes!
by VanOaksProps
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What this video covers
VanOaksProps walks through the construction of a motorized pop-up skull prop featuring glowing red LED eyes, inspired by Eerie Acres Cemetery. The mechanism uses a reindeer motor paired with a full-extension drawer slide to drive the skull upward in a repeating motion. A wooden frame provides the structural base, while nylon balls act as eye sockets for the pre-wired LEDs, and a downloadable 3D-printed mount file is included for easier assembly. The result is an eye-catching, relatively affordable Halloween prop suitable for yard or haunt use.
Key takeaways
- ◆A slow-RPM reindeer motor combined with a drawer slide creates a smooth, reliable pop-up action
- ◆Pre-wired 5mm red LEDs seated in nylon balls make glowing eye installation clean and simple
- ◆Wago connectors simplify low-voltage wiring without soldering
- ◆A free 3D-printable mount file is available to streamline the build
- ◆The project uses accessible hardware-store and online materials at a modest cost
Who this is for
Halloween prop builders looking for an intermediate-level motorized skull effect on a budget.
Tools mentioned
- • step-up drill bits
Materials mentioned
- • reindeer motor
- • 12-inch full-extension drawer slide
- • flat stock aluminum
- • 1x3 lumber
- • angle brackets
- • wood glue
- • skull
- • nylon balls
- • pre-wired 5mm red LEDs
- • lamp cord/speaker wire
- • LED power supply
- • Wago connectors
- • skeleton hands
- • female barrel connector
- • zip ties
⚠ Safety notes
Project involves mains-connected AC motor and low-voltage DC wiring; ensure all connections are properly insulated and secured. Use appropriate rated power supply for LED circuit.
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