Video Tag
Every video tagged “DIY props” in the library — a focused slice of the Halloween archive.
48 videos
Wicked Makers duo Jaimie and Jay demonstrate how to build a convincing fake fire effect inspired by the flaming windows in Disneyland's Pirates of the Caribbean ride. The technique relies on lightweight fabric strips billowing over a box fan, illuminated from below by red, orange, and yellow LED bulbs to mimic realistic flickering flames. No power tools are required, making this one of the most accessible Halloween prop builds available. The finished effect works beautifully in windows, doorways, or as a scene centerpiece.
Wicked Makers hosts Jay and Jaimie transform a standard store-bought plastic skeleton into a dramatic gravecrawler prop complete with a sculpted dirt mound. The key innovation is that the mound is fully portable and collapsible for easy off-season storage. The build relies on accessible materials like spray foam, spray paint, and hot glue, making it approachable for Halloween decorators of most skill levels. The finished prop is designed to integrate seamlessly into a yard graveyard or cemetery display.
Wicked Makers hosts Jay and Jaimie walk through the process of building DIY Halloween tombstones for graveyard-style yard displays. The video is a short-form overview covering the essentials of crafting spooky cemetery props at home. It appears aimed at Halloween decorators looking to elevate their seasonal yard setup with homemade tombstones.
Jaimie and Jay of Wicked Makers walk viewers through their 2022 'Oakview Cemetery' yard haunt, built and refined over six-plus years, covering both daytime and nighttime perspectives. The sprawling display blends custom-built props and animatronic makeovers across multiple themed zones — from a spooky graveyard with a chicken-wire ghost and a Pennywise character, to a pirate skeleton party, a swamp witch scene, and a giant spider installation. A highlight is a stone portal with custom and AtmosFX projections, framed by oversized store-bought skeletons that have been repositioned for maximum impact. The tour wraps with their most feared character, the Sitting Scarecrow, who serves as the final scare for trick-or-treaters.
VanOaks Props walks beginners through the fundamentals of 3D modeling, specifically how to use a photograph as a reference or source to create a 3D model. The tutorial is oriented as a conceptual overview, helping newcomers understand how 3D models are constructed before diving into more complex techniques. While Halloween prop-making is the broader context of the channel, the skills taught here are applicable to any prop or costume project.
This tutorial walks through the process of casting hyper-realistic resin eyeballs suitable for Halloween props, animatronics, and prosthetics. The creator uses silicone mold rubber alongside both white and clear casting resins, layering them to achieve convincing depth and translucency. Printed iris files — available from the creator's website — are incorporated into the build for added realism. Note that a corrected and complete version of this tutorial has been published separately by the creator.
Stiltbeast Studios creator Allen Hopps walks through the process of building striking eyeball props suitable for haunted attractions and home haunts. The video showcases the creative craftsmanship behind monster-themed Halloween props. It is part of the channel's broader series focused on professional-quality DIY haunt building.
VanOaksProps walks through the complete process of making silicone molds and casting resin duplicates in this beginner-friendly tutorial. The workflow covers mixing and pouring silicone, applying mold release, and achieving clean resin casts suitable for small prop components. The channel's own Star Wars-inspired resin rocker switches serve as a real-world example of what the technique can produce. At under ten minutes, the guide is concise and practical for anyone looking to start replicating small prop parts at home.
VanOaksProps compiles their top ten Star Wars DIY prop builds spanning four years into a single 103-minute showcase. Projects range from beginner-friendly repaints of toy blasters and droid weathering to more ambitious scratch-builds like a Gonk projector droid, a Tusken Raider helmet, and a one-of-a-kind Star Wars lamp. Each segment links back to a dedicated source video where full materials and paint details can be found. The collection covers a wide variety of prop-making skills, making it a useful reference for Star Wars fans at multiple experience levels.
Monday Monster Stuff is a lengthy session from StiltbeastStudios hosted by Allen Hopps, covering Halloween prop and monster-related content for haunted house enthusiasts. Given the extended runtime, it likely features in-depth discussion, demonstration, or live Q&A around DIY prop building and Halloween mask work. StiltbeastStudios is a well-known resource in the haunted attraction community, and this format suggests a casual but informative deep-dive format. Specific techniques and materials covered are not confirmed from the available metadata.
Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios demonstrates how to transform ordinary cardboard boxes into convincing wooden crates for haunted house set dressing. The tutorial focuses on budget-friendly fabrication techniques that can add professional-looking detail to any haunt environment. At roughly 16 minutes, it offers an accessible entry point for builders who want impactful scenery without significant material costs.
VanOaks Props compiles six of his favorite Star Wars helmet and droid prop builds into a single hour-long marathon video. Projects span a wide range of characters — from bounty hunters and protocol droids to desert warriors — each constructed using 3D printing, paint, and hands-on prop-making techniques inspired by the original films. The video highlights weathering, lighting effects, and creative problem-solving throughout each build. Links to the individual source videos and associated files are provided in the description.
VanOaksProps walks through five accessible methods for adding realistic texture to Halloween props and set pieces, using everyday household and hardware-store materials. Each technique produces a different texture level, making the tutorial adaptable for a wide range of projects. The video is a quick, practical primer ideal for prop builders who want to add grit, grime, or surface detail without specialized equipment.
This tutorial walks through the process of crafting highly realistic zombie eyeballs entirely from scratch using resin casting techniques. The creator demonstrates how to achieve the signature milky, cataract-like cornea effect that defines convincing undead eyes. Ball bearings serve as the core form, with mold-making compound, clay, white casting resin, and a clear epoxy topcoat used to build up the finished prop. Custom-printed iris sheets are incorporated to add lifelike detail beneath the resin layers.
VanOaks Props shares a quick tip for achieving convincing metallic finishes on DIY props without the usual frustration. The one-minute format suggests a focused, beginner-friendly technique that can be applied to Halloween and Star Wars-style builds alike. The approach is positioned as accessible and likely low-cost.
StiltbeastStudios walks through the creation of fake radio equipment props designed to fill out and authenticate a haunted attraction scene. The build concept is deliberately versatile, with the same approach transferable to lab equipment, control rooms, or other technical environments. The tutorial focuses on achieving a convincing, scene-appropriate look without the need for real functional gear.
Stiltbeast Studios walks through a quick method for constructing convincing fake books suitable for haunted house or home haunt set dressing. The short runtime suggests a straightforward, accessible build focused on creating atmospheric library-style props. Fake books are a cost-effective way to fill shelves and reinforce gothic or mansion-themed environments without sourcing large quantities of real books.
This vlog-style episode follows the creator through three Halloween activities: assembling a prop for a butcher-themed scene, mounting a corpsed thumbs-up hand, and browsing for finds at the Dollar Tree. It serves as both a casual behind-the-scenes look at a home haunter's workflow and a practical sourcing guide for budget Halloween decorating. The corpsing technique referenced builds on a separate dedicated tutorial linked by the creator.
A family-made Christmas short film in which a girl named Celeste battles puppet Gift Gremlins and a Gremlin King to restore her family's Christmas tree lights. The entire production — sets, props, and puppets — was built by the family team inside their home during lockdown. While not a Halloween tutorial, the DIY puppet and set-building elements have clear crossover appeal for home haunt and prop builders.
Monster Tutorials hosts a Q&A session addressing viewer questions sparked by recent videos, covering topics such as latex mask making, plaster mold techniques, and an overview of the creator's own props. The video also includes a merchandise update and acknowledges collaboration with Allen from Stiltbeast Studios. It functions as both an informational follow-up and a behind-the-scenes look at the creator's workspace and projects.
Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios takes a look at a compact prop controller from SyncSix, a Canadian manufacturer. The video walks viewers through the unit's features and its potential applications in haunted attraction and DIY prop setups. It appears to be a concise, practical overview aimed at haunters looking to expand or simplify their control systems.
Creative Geekery's Matt Daniels offers a behind-the-scenes lights-on walkthrough of a Ghostbusters-themed home haunted house. The tour highlights custom props, themed sets, and surprise scare elements built around the iconic franchise. Along the way, the creator shares practical tips to help viewers design and build their own pop-culture-inspired home haunt.
Krampusnacht 2020 is a feature-length Halloween and holiday horror event presentation from StiltbeastStudios, a channel known for high-quality creature props, masks, and haunted attraction work. The video likely captures a Krampus-themed haunt or live event experience, blending Alpine folklore with professional-grade scare entertainment. At over three hours in length, it appears to offer an immersive, extended look at a fully realized Krampus-themed production. StiltbeastStudios brings their signature creature craftsmanship and theatrical sensibility to this seasonal event showcase.
This short promo video offers a brief sneak peek at the upcoming 2021 Halloween DIY & How-To tutorial series from the channel HALLOWEENHOWTObySaulFilms. It teases homemade special effects and animated props aimed at home haunters and crafters, without going into build details. Viewers are encouraged to explore existing tutorials on the channel while waiting for the new content to drop.
