How To Make A Mari Lwyd Horse Skull Out Of EVA Foam - Free Template Welsh Christmas Tradition Part 2
by SKS Props
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What this video covers
This tutorial by SKS Props walks through building a lightweight, wearable Mari Lwyd horse skull from HD foam using a free downloadable template. The Mari Lwyd is a Welsh folk tradition in which a decorated horse skull is carried door-to-door for rhyming competitions. A standout feature of this build is a pull-string mechanism that opens and closes the jaw, making it interactive and performance-ready. The finished prop is embellished with ornaments, ribbons, and bells to match the festive nature of the tradition.
Key takeaways
- ◆A free skull template is available on the creator's website, making the build accessible to foam crafters of varying skill levels.
- ◆HD foam keeps the finished prop extremely lightweight, ideal for wearing or carrying during performances.
- ◆A pull-string movable jaw mechanism adds interactive, puppet-like functionality to the skull.
- ◆Traditional Mari Lwyd decorations — ribbons, bells, and ornaments — are incorporated into the final design.
- ◆The video includes helpful cultural context on the Welsh Mari Lwyd tradition and pronunciation guidance.
Who this is for
Cosplayers, prop makers, and Halloween or holiday enthusiasts who want to build a culturally inspired wearable horse skull prop with an interactive jaw.
Tools mentioned
- • wood burner/hot knife
- • heat gun
- • Dremel
- • Dremel flex shaft
- • large utility knife
- • small utility knife
- • hobby knife
- • hot glue gun
- • cutting mat
- • mechanical pencil
- • sanding drums
Materials mentioned
- • HD foam
- • foam clay
- • PVC board
- • wood dowels
- • PVC pipes
- • Plasti Dip
- • Flexbond
- • contact cement
- • super glue
- • hot glue
- • Liquitex heavy body acrylics
- • Christmas clear bulbs
- • ribbons
- • bells
⚠ Safety notes
Use caution with hot knife, heat gun, and Dremel tools; work in a ventilated area when using Plasti Dip, contact cement, and other adhesive/coating chemicals.
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