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Make a Halloween Ghost prop

by StiltbeastStudios

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Difficulty
Beginner
Est. cost
~$30
Length
23:09
Views
72,975
Published
Sep 2020

What this video covers

StiltbeastStudios walks through building a roughly 5-foot Halloween ghost prop suitable for yards or haunts using polyethylene foam underlayment and a heat gun. The build is designed to be accessible and budget-friendly, coming in around $30 in materials. The video focuses on core shaping techniques that can be repeated and varied to create a whole crowd of ghost figures with distinct character.

Key takeaways

  • Entire prop can be built for approximately $30 in materials
  • Polyethylene foam underlayment is the primary structural material, shaped with a heat gun
  • Technique is beginner-friendly and easily repeatable for mass-producing multiple ghost figures
  • Finished prop stands around 5 feet tall, suited for yard or haunt display
  • Creative customization is encouraged to make each ghost unique

Who this is for

Budget-conscious Halloween enthusiasts and home haunters who want an easy, scalable method for creating atmospheric ghost props for their yard or haunt display.

Tools mentioned

  • heat gun

Materials mentioned

  • polyethylene foam underlayment

⚠ Safety notes

Use heat gun with caution — avoid prolonged contact with foam to prevent fumes or fire; work in a ventilated area.

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