Video Tag
Every video tagged “foam clay” in the library — a focused slice of the Halloween archive.
44 videos
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.
SKS Props walks through the construction of a knight pauldron/chest armor piece inspired by the Elder Scrolls: Oblivion Remastered, using EVA foam as the primary material. This is part two of a multi-video series that isolates the build process from painting and weathering into separate episodes. The creator provides free downloadable PDF templates on their website to help viewers replicate the armor shapes accurately. The tutorial is paced for beginners while remaining useful to more experienced foam smiths.
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 previews an upcoming full build video for Dante's iconic Devil Sword from Devil May Cry, constructed entirely from HD foam and foam clay. The lightweight materials allow the finished prop to reach an impressive length while remaining easy to wear and carry at a convention. Free templates are planned for release alongside the complete tutorial, making this accessible for cosplay builders of various skill levels.
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.
This short-form video showcases a saber-toothed tiger skull helmet and matching shoulder armor built primarily from HD foam and foam clay. The creator highlights the project's modular, customizable nature — the base build can be adapted into a wide variety of character or cosplay concepts. Extra detailing was added beyond the original plan, resulting in a more elaborate finished piece than initially intended.
This episode focuses on building realistic dinosaur skin for a life-sized DIY Velociraptor animatronic, part of an ongoing home haunt series inspired by Jurassic World. The creator walks through combining latex and foam clay to achieve a convincing scaly texture over an existing foam armature. Painting techniques are also covered to bring the skin to a finished, realistic appearance. This is episode four in a multi-part build series.
SKS Props walks through a detailed step-by-step build of a spider-themed foam pumpkin prop suitable for home decor or community haunts. The tutorial covers constructing wire legs, adding sculpted detail with EVA HD foam and foam clay, creating a fur texture from twine, and finishing with acrylic weathering. A standout technique is crafting realistic reflective eyes using glass half domes. The video is part of a broader series of Halloween pumpkin prop tutorials from the channel.
This is the first video in a multi-part series guiding viewers through building a complete set of Warhammer 40K Cadian Imperial Guard cosplay armor from EVA foam. Part 1 concentrates on the upper body — chest, shoulders, and forearms — using free downloadable PDF templates from the creator's website. The creator walks through template printing, foam cutting, shaping, and assembly, with finishing products and 3D-printable files for additional pieces also referenced. Future installments will cover lower body construction, painting, and prop weapons.
This work-in-progress tutorial from SKS Props walks through building a Beholder-themed foam pumpkin inspired by Dungeons & Dragons. The creator demonstrates cutting a craft foam pumpkin with a hot knife, then adding sculpted detail with EVA HD foam and foam clay. Painting is handled with Liquitex acrylics and Createx airbrush paints, and a standout technique shows how to craft striking monster eyes from Christmas bulbs and foam clay.
This tutorial from SKS Props walks through building a spider pumpkin Halloween prop entirely from a foam pumpkin base, wire legs, EVA foam, and foam clay. The creator covers sculpting added detail, applying twine as fur for texture, and painting and weathering with Liquitex acrylics. A standout finishing touch is the use of reflective glass half-dome eyes that bring the creature to life. The finished piece suits both personal home decor and community haunt displays.
This short-form video showcases the creation of a saber-toothed tiger skull prop built from EVA foam and foam clay. The creator demonstrates a clever texturing technique: applying foam clay and allowing it to partially dry before attacking the surface with a wire brush to produce natural-looking striations and organic cracks. The piece is then finished with primer and paint to sell the bone-like appearance.
This work-in-progress tutorial from SKS Props walks through building a Dungeons & Dragons Beholder-themed foam pumpkin from scratch. The process covers cutting a craft foam pumpkin with a hot knife, adding sculpted detail with EVA HD foam and foam clay, and finishing with Liquitex acrylics and Createx airbrush paints. A standout technique shows how to craft convincing monster eyes using Christmas bulbs wrapped in foam clay. The result is a detailed fantasy-themed Halloween prop that goes far beyond traditional pumpkin carving.
This tutorial from SKS Props walks through the full process of building a Krampus mask from HD EVA foam and sculpting foam clay, complete with free downloadable PDF templates from the creator's website. The video covers shaping and assembling the mask, painting it with acrylics for a realistic, menacing finish, and attaching faux fur to replicate Krampus's signature beard and hair. The versatile templates can also be adapted for demon, goblin, or standalone horn builds, making this a highly reusable resource. The result works equally well as a cosplay piece or a holiday horror decoration.
This is Part 2 of an ongoing series by SKS Props covering the construction of Warhammer 40K Cadian Imperial Guard cosplay armor from EVA and HD-foam. The episode focuses on lower-body components — belt, pouches, frag grenades, and leg armor — using free downloadable PDF templates the creator provides on his website. Viewers are guided through cutting, shaping, gluing, and surface-finishing techniques, with additional painting and weapons coverage planned for later installments. The project is tied to a group build destined for Dragon Con.
This tutorial by SKS Props walks through building a lightweight, wearable Mari Lwyd horse skull from HD foam using a free downloadable template. The Mari Lwyd is a Welsh folk tradition in which a decorated horse skull is carried door-to-door for rhyming competitions. A standout feature of this build is a pull-string mechanism that opens and closes the jaw, making it interactive and performance-ready. The finished prop is embellished with ornaments, ribbons, and bells to match the festive nature of the tradition.
This tutorial walks through the full process of transforming a craft foam pumpkin into a DnD-inspired Beholder creature prop. The build combines hot knife carving, EVA foam detailing, and foam clay sculpting to create a highly textured monster form. Painting is demonstrated using heavy body acrylics and FX paints, and a standout technique shows how to craft convincing monster eyes from Christmas bulbs and foam clay. The finished piece works equally well as Halloween decor, a haunt prop, or a tabletop game room display.
Stiltbeast Studios experiments with an unconventional approach to WED clay by whipping it to incorporate air, inspired by the concept behind aircrete. The resulting material takes on a foam-like consistency that makes previously difficult organic and rough textures significantly easier to sculpt. The creator shares the discovery openly, inviting viewers to explore what else the technique might produce.
Haunter Chris Baker constructs a Spawn of Cthulhu creature prop for a home or yard haunt, drawing on H.P. Lovecraft's Deep Ones mythology. The build uses a Spidehill Prop Works Dual Spine Kit paired with a PVC and wire armature as its structural foundation. Sculpting materials including foam clay, Free-Form Air, and styrofoam give the creature its organic form, while Leak Seal provides a durable outer finish.
This Hauntcast tutorial walks builders through creating a menacing carnivorous plant prop — think Audrey 2 — suitable for home haunts or yard displays. A wire armature forms the structural backbone of the plant, which is then fleshed out with foam clay, styrofoam, and expanding foam before being detailed with faux foliage and perma blood for a gory, lifelike finish. The roughly 12-minute video covers materials, tools, and the full build sequence in an approachable format. The result is a striking botanical horror centerpiece that works equally well indoors or outdoors.
