Video Tag
Every video tagged “DIY Halloween” in the library — a focused slice of the Halloween archive.
172 videos
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 duo Jay and Jaimie build a full-scale animatronic version of Yarnaby from the horror video game Poppy Playtime, engineering it with steel and pneumatics to deliver a genuinely powerful bite. The build is documented from concept through construction, culminating in a dramatic ballistic gel arm test to measure whether the finished prop could realistically 'eat' a person. The project blends character-accurate prop replica work with serious mechanical engineering, resulting in a haunted-house-worthy centerpiece. It's chaotic, messy, and deeply impressive in equal measure.
Wicked Makers' Jay and Jaimie build a full-scale animatronic of The Doctor (Harley Sawyer) from the horror game Poppy Playtime, going far beyond a typical Halloween prop. The build incorporates an advanced control system originally designed for escape rooms and theme parks, giving the animatronic a networked "brain" capable of interfacing with home security cameras, door locks, and lighting. The project also features collaboration with the game's developer and the character's original voice actor, lending it an impressive level of authenticity.
Jay and Jaimie of Wicked Makers construct a fully functional life-sized Ennard animatronic inspired by Five Nights at Freddy's, then spend the night with their creation in a dramatic overnight challenge. The build involves foam fabrication, servo motors, LEDs, and reportedly over 500 feet of wire loom conduit. The video blends a detailed prop-making showcase with entertainment-style challenge content, delivering both build inspiration and chaotic fun. It stands out as one of the more ambitious FNAF-inspired Halloween animatronic projects in the DIY maker space.
Wicked Makers' Jaimie and Jay walk through building 'Barty,' a Pirates of the Caribbean-inspired pirate skeleton prop that appears to endlessly drink from a bottle using a hidden recirculating fountain pump. The build centers on a life-sized skeleton dressed in thrift-store pirate gear posed over a barrel, with colored water looping invisibly through vinyl tubing. The hosts also highlight how the same fountain-pump trick can be adapted to other Halloween themes — vampires, zombies, witches — making the core technique highly reusable. Goodwill is a featured sponsor, reinforcing the budget-friendly, thrift-forward approach to costuming the character.
Wicked Makers duo Jaimie and Jay walk through a beginner-friendly Halloween build that transforms a large plastic cauldron into a dramatic bubbling brew scene complete with glowing coal effects. The project combines an ultrasonic pond fogger for rising mist with orange string lights and textured spray-foam coals to simulate a fire beneath the pot. Despite involving several components, each step is designed to be approachable and tackled in stages, making it a solid weekend project. The finished prop works equally well for yard haunts or front-porch Halloween displays.
This beginner-friendly tutorial from Monster Tutorials walks viewers through transforming ordinary foam pumpkins into convincingly creepy, rotten-looking Halloween props. Using a heat gun for distressing and mold-colored paint for a decayed finish, the results are an easy upgrade to standard jack o lantern decorations. The project is designed to be accessible and affordable, making it a great option for haunters looking to add atmospheric detail without advanced skills.
Stiltbeast Studios walks through the process of creating a Halloween pumpkin prop using Great Stuff expanding spray foam. The build demonstrates how an accessible, hardware-store material can be shaped into a convincing haunted-attraction-quality piece. Allen Hopps shares his hands-on fabrication approach suited for home haunters and professional prop makers alike.
Wicked Makers duo Jaimie and Jay walk through their first attempt at building realistic Halloween tombstones from insulation foam, covering every stage from cutting and shaping to texturing and painting. They use accessible tools and inexpensive materials to achieve a convincing stone look. The finished props are designed for a DIY graveyard yard display and serve as inspiration for haunters of all skill levels.
Wicked Makers demonstrate a Halloween floating wine bottle prop that creates the illusion of endlessly pouring liquid suspended in mid-air above a cup. The effect gives off a ghostly, magical vibe that suits Halloween party tablescapes and spooky décor setups. The project is presented as approachable for most skill levels and is shown in a short-form format.
Wicked Makers show how to transform a store-bought plastic cauldron into a dramatic witch's cauldron prop featuring a bubbling effect and glowing simulated coals. The build relies on simple, accessible materials and is presented as a quick, approachable Halloween project. This short is a teaser pointing viewers to the full tutorial on their YouTube channel.
StiltbeastStudios walks viewers through building a spooky Halloween tree prop on a tight budget. The roughly 32-minute tutorial is aimed at home haunters and attraction builders who want an impactful seasonal centerpiece without spending a lot. Allen Hopps guides the process from start to finish, keeping material costs under $50. The result is a dramatic, creepy tree suitable for yard displays or haunted attraction sets.
This tutorial from Monster Tutorials walks through the process of creating resin-cast prop eyes that use an optical illusion to appear as though they follow viewers around the room. The build combines ball bearings, a silicone sphere mold, and UV-stabilized clear cast resin to produce convincing, lifelike eyeballs. A pressure pot is used during the casting process to ensure bubble-free results. The finished props can bring Halloween characters and figures to life with an unsettling, interactive quality.
Monster Tutorials walks viewers through building a creepy Halloween scarecrow prop using pool noodles and a craft pumpkin — materials that are inexpensive and widely available. The finished prop is designed to be visually striking for yard haunts or home displays. Supplementary accessories like a fire-effect bulb and fog machine are referenced to enhance the overall atmosphere around the finished piece.
StiltbeastStudios walks through a budget-friendly build of a full grim reaper statue suitable for home haunts or haunted attractions. The roughly 21-minute tutorial focuses on achieving a striking, professional-looking result without breaking the bank. Allen Hopps guides viewers through the construction process step by step, emphasizing accessibility for DIY builders at various skill levels.
Madeyewlook walks beginners through crafting a realistic fake heart prop using children's air dry clay and alcohol-activated makeup paints. The build is straightforward and budget-friendly, relying on easily sourced materials. While the prop can be completed in a day, full hardening takes a few days, and finishing with a clear coat dramatically extends its lifespan — the creator's own heart prop has lasted four years with this method.
VanOaks Props walks through a complete process for building ultra-realistic foam tombstones that convincingly mimic aged stone. The tutorial covers shaping, carving fine details, texturing with caulk, and a multi-step painting workflow using acrylic washes and a masonry sealer to achieve an authentic weathered-granite look. Techniques like flame treatment and dry brushing add depth and surface realism that elevate these props well beyond typical foam graveyard pieces.
Monster Tutorials presents a Valentine's Day-themed DIY project for crafting a realistic, squishy fake heart suitable as a Halloween or horror prop. The tutorial is positioned as an approachable, easy build for hobbyists looking to add gruesome anatomical details to their haunt or display. While framed around the holiday, the techniques translate directly to haunted house and SFX prop work year-round.
This step-by-step tutorial walks DIY haunters through building a motorized pair of animatronic flying bats — a prop suitable for yard haunts, haunted houses, or Halloween displays. The mechanism uses a low-RPM motor combined with a spring coil to create a convincing flapping or swooping bat motion. The video demonstrates two completed prop units (four bats total) to show the finished effect at display scale. Material sourcing notes are included, with updated spring alternatives provided since the original component is no longer available.
This tutorial walks viewers through building a zombie monkey fauxidermy piece using accessible materials, resulting in a wall-mountable horror prop. The build incorporates a paper mache skull as the foundation and references a companion follow-me eyes technique for added creep factor. The finished piece is designed to hang on a wall as a disturbing decorative accent for haunts or Halloween displays. The project is approachable for beginners with no advanced sculpting skills required.
This beginner-friendly tutorial from VanOaks Props breaks down essential haunt lighting concepts, helping haunters understand core techniques and terminology to elevate their displays. The video focuses on using LED lighting to add depth, texture, and atmosphere to both yard haunts and indoor haunted house setups. It also references companion videos on building custom mini LED spotlights for those who want a DIY approach to their lighting rig.
This compilation video from VanOaksProps brings together five LED-based Halloween lighting projects in a single 37-minute session. Projects range from plug-in jack o'lanterns and a feature haunt lantern to PVC candles, a smoldering log effect, and a DIY medieval torch prop. Each segment links back to its original standalone tutorial, making this a convenient one-stop resource for haunt lighting inspiration. The projects collectively aim to elevate the atmosphere of any home haunt or Halloween display.
Monster Tutorials walks viewers through the full process of creating hyper-realistic latex brain props, from sculpting the initial form in clay to pulling finished castings. The workflow covers mold-making with plaster, casting with liquid latex, and filling with expandable foam for structure and weight. The finished props are versatile enough for haunted house displays, zombie-themed scenes, or low-budget film productions.
This is the debut episode of Haunters Workshop, a DIY series focused on building Halloween props and effects for home haunts and haunted houses. The tutorial walks viewers through constructing a life-size Halloween figure using PVC pipe. It's part of an ongoing series that encourages community participation by inviting viewers to submit their own prop ideas for future episodes.
