Halloween Universe
DIY PropsIntermediate

I made custom Star Wars Lights with Linkind Smart Bulbs

by VanOaksProps

Embedded from YouTube. This video belongs to its creator; Halloween Universe indexes it as a discovery resource.View original ↗

Difficulty
Intermediate
Length
8:58
Views
10,217
Published
Apr 2025

What this video covers

VanOaksProps builds screen-inspired light fixtures modeled after the Smuggler's Run ride at Galaxy's Edge, combining 3D-printed parts, acrylic tubing, and craft foam detailing to achieve a convincing in-universe look. The fixtures are brought to life with Linkind RGBTW smart bulbs, which allow programmable color scenes and automation to replicate the immersive atmosphere of the ride. The build is sponsored by Linkind and doubles as a charitable tie-in with the Jimmy Darts Kindness is Candy initiative.

Key takeaways

  • 3D-printed housings serve as the structural foundation, with craft foam and acrylic tube adding prop-accurate detail
  • Linkind RGBTW smart bulbs enable programmable color scenes that closely mirror the lighting mood of the Smuggler's Run attraction
  • Filler primer, granite spray paint, and metallic paint are layered to achieve a convincing worn-metal finish
  • Weld-On 4 acrylic solvent is used to bond acrylic components cleanly
  • The project demonstrates how smart home tech can elevate themed prop builds beyond static decoration

Who this is for

Star Wars fans, prop makers, and DIY enthusiasts who want to build themed, smart-home-integrated light fixtures for a fan cave or home office.

Tools mentioned

  • 3D printer
  • sandpaper (120 grit)

Materials mentioned

  • ABS filament
  • acrylic tube
  • acrylic sheet
  • craft foam
  • filler primer
  • spray adhesive
  • Weld-On 4 acrylic solvent
  • brass tube
  • satin granite spray paint
  • metallic spray paint
  • Linkind RGBTW Smart Bulbs

⚠ Safety notes

Use acrylic solvent (Weld-On 4) in a well-ventilated area; spray adhesive and spray paints should also be used with adequate ventilation.

Explore related

More like this

REAL CatNap Animatronic! #catnap #poppyplaytime #shorts
1:00
DIY Animatronics

REAL CatNap Animatronic! #catnap #poppyplaytime #shorts

Wicked Makers' Jaimie and Jay build a fully functioning CatNap animatronic from scratch, bringing the popular Poppy Playtime horror-game character to life. The short-form video showcases the impressive finished result of their fabrication work. It's a quick but striking look at what dedicated prop builders can achieve with recognizable pop-culture source material.

Wicked Makers· 27,120,823 views
Real YARNABY Animatronic! 🧶😱 #poppyplaytime
1:02
DIY AnimatronicsAdvanced

Real YARNABY Animatronic! 🧶😱 #poppyplaytime

Wicked Makers' Jay and Jaimie construct a full animatronic version of Yarnaby from the horror game Poppy Playtime, built from steel and driven by pneumatics. The build goes beyond aesthetics — the team stress-tests the animatronic's jaw mechanism using a ballistic gel arm to see whether it could realistically bite through a limb. The video blends behind-the-scenes fabrication footage with chaotic prop-testing in classic Wicked Makers style. It sits alongside their broader catalog of mascot-horror animatronics inspired by FNAF, Poppy Playtime, and similar franchises.

Wicked Makers· 15,878,248 views
Make Halloween Store Skeletons Way Better! 💀 #shorts
0:53
DIY PropsBeginner

Make Halloween Store Skeletons Way Better! 💀 #shorts

Wicked Makers' Jay and Jaimie demonstrate how to transform a basic store-bought Halloween skeleton into a far more impressive and creepy display piece. The short teases a full-length tutorial focused on giving the skeleton a pirate or drunken drinking character. The upgrade elevates a generic prop into a themed centerpiece without starting from scratch.

Wicked Makers· 14,756,391 views

Ratings & reviews

No ratings yet — be the first to say whether this one delivered.

Sign in to rate this video and tell others if it helped.