Video Tag
Every video tagged “EVA foam” in the library — a focused slice of the Halloween archive.
117 videos
StiltbeastStudios walks through a fast, low-cost method for building small creature props using a wire armature, scrap EVA foam, and fur. The technique is demonstrated with a monkey but is easily adapted to any small animal or creature you need in multiples. The finished pieces work equally well as standalone haunted-attraction props or wearable costume accessories. Allen Hopps emphasizes speed and affordability, making this a great project for haunters on a tight budget.
SKS Props walks through a full fabrication workflow for a decorative foam pumpkin, covering cutting, sculpting, and painting from start to finish. The build uses a craft foam pumpkin as the base, with EVA HD foam and foam clay added to create extra surface detail and a monster-inspired mimic design. Painting is demonstrated with both Liquitex acrylics and Createx airbrush paints for a polished, layered finish. A standout bonus segment shows how to craft realistic monster eyes using Christmas bulbs and foam clay.
This tutorial walks through building Fallout-inspired combat chest armor from EVA foam, covering cutting, sanding, and embossing techniques to replicate the look of leather and metal. The creator was motivated by both the beloved game series and the Amazon live-action adaptation. Free PDF templates for the chest piece are available via the creator's website, making the build accessible to a wide range of crafters.
This tutorial by SKS Props walks through the full process of transforming a craft foam pumpkin into a detailed monster-themed prop. The build combines hot knife carving, EVA foam and foam clay sculpting, and multi-layer painting with acrylics and airbrush paints. A standout segment demonstrates how to craft convincing monster eyes using Christmas bulbs and foam clay, lending the finished piece a DnD mimic aesthetic.
StiltbeastStudios walks through the process of constructing a costume top hat using EVA foam as the structural base, then covering it with fabric for a finished, professional look. The tutorial is geared toward haunted attraction performers and costume builders who want a durable, lightweight wearable piece. Allen Hopps guides viewers through the key fabrication steps in approximately 21 minutes, making it accessible without being overly simplified.
SKS Props walks through the construction of a Punisher tactical vest inspired by the TV series and Daredevil Reborn, using lightweight EVA foam and hand-applied acrylic paints to achieve a gritty, realistic finish. The tutorial is part of an ongoing Daredevil Reborn cosplay series and is explicitly designed to be approachable for beginners. Free downloadable PDF templates are provided on the creator's website to help builders accurately cut and assemble the vest panels. Painting is done with Liquitex heavy body acrylics to replicate the worn, battle-tested look of the on-screen costume.
SKS Props previews a prototype Galactus helmet build inspired by the Devourer of Worlds. The helmet is constructed from HD foam, keeping it notably lightweight despite its large, imposing scale. A full build video and free downloadable templates are planned for a future release on the channel.
This progress update from SKS Props shows early-stage construction of a Mari Lwyd horse skull mask built from EVA foam. The base shapes have been assembled and the build is heading toward a detailed, wearable skull mask with a moving jaw. Further sanding, detailing, and a craft store run for accessories are planned before the piece is complete. The Mari Lwyd is a Welsh folk tradition featuring a horse skull carried door-to-door during the winter season.
VanOaksProps walks through building a Star Wars-inspired data panel as a personal display piece, centered around a 10-inch digital photo frame that plays looping video content. The build layers laser-cut panels, EVA foam details, split loom and drain hose greeblies, and LEDs to achieve an authentic sci-fi control panel aesthetic. Airbrushing and oil paint weathering give the finished piece a battle-worn, screen-accurate look. SVG and 3D files for the panel design are available through the creator's Etsy shop.
SKS Props walks through the sealing and paint-prep stage of a handmade plague doctor mask built from EVA foam. The project is based on an upcoming free PDF pattern compatible with both foam and leather construction. The video is a work-in-progress snapshot, capturing the mask just before paint is applied. It doubles as a wearable Halloween costume piece or a detailed cosplay build.
SKS Props walks through the full build process for a large-scale EVA foam replica of Dante's Devil Sword from Devil May Cry 5, completed in time for DragonCon. The finished prop spans roughly 62 inches and weighs approximately 2.5 pounds thanks to a lightweight EVA foam and foam clay construction. Free downloadable PDF templates are available on the creator's website to help viewers replicate the build. The tutorial covers everything from cutting and shaping the foam core to sealing, priming, and painting the blade's signature Damascus-style pattern.
This tutorial walks through building Fallout NCR chest armor from HD foam using a free downloadable PDF template. The creator covers the full fabrication process from cutting and shaping foam to assembling the chest piece, then dives deep into a multi-step painting and weathering workflow designed to make lightweight foam convincingly resemble battered wasteland metal. Techniques include sealing, base coating, metallic sprays, graphite powder, and rust effects to achieve an authentic worn look.
VanOaksProps walks through the construction of a convincing fake crematorium oven door using wood, EVA craft foam, and a layered paint approach. The build is designed to be quick and accessible while delivering a genuinely unsettling set-dressing piece for a Halloween haunt. A multi-step painting process — including rubberized undercoating, matte black, metallic aluminum, and acrylic washes — gives the prop its gritty, industrial realism. Starbond CA glue (provided by the sponsor) is used throughout to bond foam components securely.
SKS Props walks through a full craft foam pumpkin build inspired by the DnD Mimic creature, covering every stage from rough cutting to finished decoration. A hot knife is used to carve the base pumpkin form, while EVA HD foam and foam clay add sculpted detail and texture. Painting is handled with a combination of Liquitex acrylics and Createx airbrush paints for a polished, layered finish. A standout technique involves crafting expressive monster eyes from Christmas bulbs and foam clay.
SKS Props walks viewers through building a Galactus helmet inspired by the Fantastic Four movie using lightweight EVA foam and a free downloadable template from the creator's website. The build covers cutting and shaping foam pieces, assembling the helmet structure, and finishing with Plasti Dip sealing and hand-painted Liquitex heavy body acrylics. The tutorial is framed as approachable for beginners while still delivering a screen-inspired result. Clear ornament bulbs are incorporated as decorative accent elements on the helmet.
SKS Props walks viewers through constructing a Trench Crusade New Antioch Sallet helmet entirely from lightweight EVA foam, using freely available templates from the creator's website. The build covers cutting, heat-forming, and gluing foam pieces into a wearable helmet shell, followed by sealing and a multi-stage acrylic paint process to achieve a grimdark, battle-worn finish. Gilding and texture medium add convincing metallic depth to the completed piece.
SKS Props walks through the full fabrication process for a Beholder-themed foam pumpkin, blending D&D creature design with Halloween prop-making. The build combines hot-knife foam carving, EVA foam and foam clay sculpting, and multi-layer painting with acrylics and airbrush paints. A standout detail is the handmade monster eyes constructed from Christmas bulbs wrapped in foam clay. A complete step-by-step tutorial is planned for the channel.
VanOaksProps demonstrates how to build a convincing antique candlestick telephone prop entirely from common scrap materials — pipes, EVA foam, and plastic funnels — without spending money on a store-bought piece. The build is framed as an accessible, budget-friendly project suitable for haunted houses or Halloween displays. The finished prop captures the eerie vintage aesthetic of an old-fashioned telephone that fits naturally in a spooky setting.
SKS Props participates in a popular social media trend of sharing seven standout photos to earn new followers, showcasing a diverse portfolio of video game and fantasy cosplay builds. The featured costumes span franchises including Warcraft, Warhammer, Dragon Age, Gears of War, Dead Space, and Elden Ring. The short serves primarily as a portfolio showcase rather than a step-by-step tutorial, highlighting the creator's range across complex armor, props, and full character costumes.
This video walks through building a Mari Lwyd horse skull prop from HD EVA foam, inspired by the traditional Welsh Christmas custom of parading a decorated horse skull door to door for rhyming contests. The creator provides a downloadable skull template and demonstrates how to incorporate a pull-string mechanism to open and close the jaw. Because it is built from lightweight HD foam, the finished piece is comfortable enough to carry or wear during actual Mari Lwyd celebrations. The video also touches on the cultural background and correct pronunciation of 'Mari Lwyd.'
Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios walks through the process of crafting wearable EVA foam bracers, with an emphasis on how to develop and transfer patterns for armor pieces. He sources his EVA foam from Harbor Freight floor mat tiles, making this an accessible and affordable technique for haunters and cosplayers alike. The tutorial is practical and focused, covering the core patterning workflow that can be applied to other armor components beyond bracers.
SKS Props walks viewers through building an X-Men Sentinel helmet from EVA foam using free downloadable templates. The creator demonstrates the build at a scaled-up 130% to produce an oversized severed-head photoshoot prop, though the same templates work at standard scale for a wearable cosplay helmet. The helmet is sealed with Plasti-Dip and Flexbond, then finished with Liquitex acrylics and a pumice medium for a realistic robotic texture. The creator encourages X-Men cosplayers to pair the prop with their Wolverine, Rogue, or Gambit costumes for a dramatic convention floor effect.
SKS Props walks through the painting and weathering process for a 3D-printed Menpo (oni) mask, designed to complement a previously built samurai armor set. The mask was modeled in Nomad Sculpt as a learning exercise and printed in grey PLA on a Bambu H2S. The creator shares the finished result alongside the matching armor and offers the STL file for free download on MyMiniFactory.
VanOaksProps walks through a fast, budget-friendly method for crafting custom decorative finials from 5mm EVA foam using free downloadable templates. The build relies on accessible tools — a heat gun, X-Acto knife, and contact cement — to cut, shape, and bond the foam into polished architectural accents. A multi-step paint finish gives the finished pieces a convincing aged or metallic look. The free template download makes replication straightforward even for first-time foam builders.
