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Every video tagged “Halloween props” in the library — a focused slice of the Halloween archive.

719 videos

EASY DIY Realistic Resin EYES
46:56
DIY PropsIntermediate

EASY DIY Realistic Resin EYES

This tutorial from Monster Tutorials walks viewers through the process of casting highly realistic eyes using silicone molds and resin. The build combines printed iris files with layered white and clear resin pours to achieve convincing depth and detail. Finishing steps including sanding and polishing give the final pieces a lifelike, glossy appearance. The materials used are accessible hobby-grade products, making this achievable for intermediate prop builders.

Monster Tutorials· 136,004 views
Halloween Expo Highlights! 🎃 MHC 2022
8:01
Theme Park Halloween Events

Halloween Expo Highlights! 🎃 MHC 2022

Wicked Makers hosts Jaimie and Jay tour the 2022 Midwest Haunters Convention in Chicago, offering viewers a highlight reel of one of the Halloween industry's dedicated trade and fan events. The video gives an inside look at the vendors, props, and community that make up the haunter ecosystem. It serves as both an event recap and an introduction for those unfamiliar with Halloween conventions.

Wicked Makers· 131,955 views
DIY Follow Me Eyes - Prop Eyes That Follow You - Secret Revealed!!
21:36
DIY PropsIntermediate

DIY Follow Me Eyes - Prop Eyes That Follow You - Secret Revealed!!

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· 128,995 views
Easy DIY Cement Skulls Tutorial - here's your weekend Halloween project
17:53
DIY PropsBeginner$10–$30

Easy DIY Cement Skulls Tutorial - here's your weekend Halloween project

This tutorial walks through a beginner-friendly method for casting skulls out of cement using milk jug molds, yielding durable props suitable for multiple display contexts. The finished skulls are versatile enough to be mounted on walls, placed in fire pits, or used as landscaping accents. A companion video covering how to make the milk jug skull molds is referenced for viewers who need that prerequisite step.

Monster Tutorials· 124,610 views
Transworld 2026 Tour | World's Largest Halloween and Attraction Show
20:57
Professional Haunted Attractions

Transworld 2026 Tour | World's Largest Halloween and Attraction Show

Haunted Attraction Network takes viewers on a floor tour of Transworld's annual Halloween and Attractions trade show in St. Louis, widely regarded as the largest industry event of its kind. The video moves booth to booth across more than a dozen vendors, spotlighting animated props, scenic panels, fog equipment, payment tech, costumes, and more. Highlights include a Best Booth winner reveal and extended coverage of major names like Distortions Unlimited and Fright Props. It serves as both an industry news piece and a broad product preview for the upcoming haunt season.

Haunted Attraction Network· 123,705 views
FrightProps Linear Actuators - Electric Piston
6:59
DIY Animatronics

FrightProps Linear Actuators - Electric Piston

FrightProps walks through their lineup of linear actuators, explaining how these electric pistons can drive motion in Halloween animatronics and props. The video serves as an overview of the product category rather than a step-by-step build tutorial. Viewers get a look at how linear actuators function as a reliable alternative to pneumatic cylinders for creating push-pull movement in haunt builds.

FrightProps· 112,631 views
Easy Fake Brick Wall Using Joint Compound
8:18
DIY PropsBeginnerunder $30

Easy Fake Brick Wall Using Joint Compound

VanOaksProps demonstrates a budget-friendly method for creating a convincing faux brick wall using joint compound and precision masking tape — no large foam panels required. The technique is well-suited for small accent sections within a haunt or set build, making it ideal when only a localized brick effect is needed. Multiple FolkArt acrylic paint colors are layered with sponges and brushes to add depth, age, and realism to the finished surface. The approach doubles as a general home-décor faux-finish technique beyond Halloween use.

VanOaksProps· 109,182 views
Haunted Mansion DIY Projects Marathon
47:08
DIY PropsIntermediate

Haunted Mansion DIY Projects Marathon

This marathon compilation from VanOaksProps brings together seven Disney Haunted Mansion-inspired DIY projects in a single 47-minute video, ranging from a gate sign repaint and hand-painted queue statue to a working blast-up ghost and a full-size 3D printed door built for Neil Patrick Harris. The video also breaks down how the iconic changing portrait illusion works, making it both a practical build guide and an educational deep-dive into classic dark-ride effects. Projects span a range of complexity, offering something useful for casual decorators and serious prop builders alike. The Haunted Mansion Home Office series segments add context for creators looking to theme an entire room.

VanOaksProps· 105,736 views
Cheap Spray Foam Skull Tutorials - Make 10-12 skulls per $5 can of expanding foam!!
19:39
DIY PropsBeginner$5–$15

Cheap Spray Foam Skull Tutorials - Make 10-12 skulls per $5 can of expanding foam!!

This tutorial from Monster Tutorials demonstrates how to produce a large quantity of decorative skulls on a tight budget using cans of expanding spray foam. The technique is aimed at haunters who need to fill scenes with skulls without spending a fortune on store-bought props. Air dry clay is incorporated to add surface detail and refine the skull shapes. The result is a highly cost-effective method for generating impressive skull counts for yard haunts or haunt sets.

Monster Tutorials· 104,003 views
Big Lots Halloween 2018
9:55
Product Reviews

Big Lots Halloween 2018

This video takes viewers on a walkthrough of Big Lots' 2018 Halloween seasonal section, showcasing the available decorations and props on offer. The creator highlights the variety of Halloween merchandise and the value deals the retailer has to offer. It serves as a practical shopping preview for haunters and Halloween enthusiasts looking to stretch their budget.

Haunt Former· 102,605 views
Top 10 Most DISTURBING Halloween Animatronics | PART 2
18:39
Prop Reviews

Top 10 Most DISTURBING Halloween Animatronics | PART 2

This video counts down ten of the most disturbing Halloween animatronics in a ranking/showcase format, covering props from major retailers and brands in the Halloween industry. The host offers commentary on what makes each animatronic particularly unsettling or impressive. It appears to be a follow-up to a previous installment in the series, suggesting an established audience of Halloween prop enthusiasts.

Spooky Guy444· 101,720 views
FrightProps High Torque Prop Motor Introduction
4:17
DIY AnimatronicsBeginner

FrightProps High Torque Prop Motor Introduction

FrightProps introduces their High Torque Prop Motor, a 12V DC motor designed specifically for Halloween prop and animatronic applications. The video walks viewers through basic wiring to a power supply, demonstrating low and high speed operation in both forward and reverse. It also showcases the PicoVolt Motor Controller, which adds the ability to fine-tune speed, reverse direction, and record custom sequences of motor motion for repeatable prop effects.

FrightProps· 93,696 views
Lowes Halloween Addams Family #shorts #lowes #halloween #animatronics
0:27
Product Reviews

Lowes Halloween Addams Family #shorts #lowes #halloween #animatronics

A quick short-form look at the Halloween 2023 seasonal display inside a Lowe's store, spotlighting an Addams Family-themed animatronic prop setup. The video gives viewers an early peek at what the retailer is stocking for the spooky season. It's a brief but fun first look at one of the more recognizable licensed Halloween offerings available at a major home-improvement chain.

SpookYouLaterz· 91,145 views
DIY - How to make realistic eyes and eyeballs easily! Irises in description
7:17
DIY PropsBeginnerunder $5

DIY - How to make realistic eyes and eyeballs easily! Irises in description

This short tutorial from Monster Tutorials walks viewers through a budget-friendly method for crafting convincing artificial eyes and eyeballs using readily available materials. A downloadable iris sheet is provided to enhance realism. The technique is well-suited for Halloween props, costumes, or any production requiring creature or monster eyes. The approach is accessible to beginners with no advanced skills or tools required.

Monster Tutorials· 89,291 views
make glass eyes
18:42
DIY PropsBeginnerlow (under $20)

make glass eyes

StiltbeastStudios walks through a DIY method for crafting realistic glass eyes using round glass cabochons — an affordable and accessible technique suited for Halloween masks, creature props, and haunted attraction builds. The tutorial draws inspiration from an existing online method and adapts it with the creator's own approach. At roughly 19 minutes, it covers enough detail to take a viewer from raw materials to finished, striking prop eyes. The result can achieve dramatic effects like an 'Eye of Sauron' look for large-scale monster builds.

StiltbeastStudios· 87,343 views
5 Props that May RETURN to Spirit Halloween for 2016
4:00
Prop Reviews

5 Props that May RETURN to Spirit Halloween for 2016

This short video offers the creator's personal predictions on which Spirit Halloween props might make a return appearance for the 2016 season. Rather than confirmed announcements, the content is speculative and opinion-based, giving viewers a fun early look at what could be stocking shelves that fall. It targets Halloween enthusiasts who follow Spirit Halloween's annual product lineup closely.

Haunt Former· 84,978 views
Electric Chair Animatronic History | Distortions Monster Tales
22:54
DIY Animatronics

Electric Chair Animatronic History | Distortions Monster Tales

Ed Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited recounts the origin story of the company's iconic Electric Chair animatronic and its lasting impact on the haunted house and Halloween prop industry. The episode draws on archival footage and real-world customer clips to illustrate how the prop evolved across versions, including the classic original and the Shake N Bake variant. As part of the Monster Tales series, this installment blends behind-the-scenes history with industry perspective. It offers a rare look at how a single prop concept can shape an entire seasonal entertainment market.

DistortionsUnlimited· 77,399 views
HALLOWEEN HUNTING 2023 at Spirit Halloween, Party City, & At Home | ANIMATRONICS, PROPS, & MORE
34:04
Product Reviews

HALLOWEEN HUNTING 2023 at Spirit Halloween, Party City, & At Home | ANIMATRONICS, PROPS, & MORE

Haunt Former takes viewers on a Halloween 2023 shopping expedition across three retail stores — Spirit Halloween, Party City, and At Home — surveying the season's animatronics, props, and decorations. The bulk of the video is devoted to a newly opened Spirit Halloween location in Clearwater, FL, with shorter stops at the other two retailers. It serves as an early-season preview of what's hitting shelves for Halloween 2023.

Haunt Former· 73,412 views
Make ANYTHING look like metal!
6:25
DIY PropsBeginner$10–$30

Make ANYTHING look like metal!

VanOaksProps demonstrates a quick two-step faux metal technique that transforms everyday materials — cardboard, plastic, wood, or virtually anything else — into convincing metal-looking props. The process relies on shellac and graphite powder, applied and buffed to create a realistic metallic sheen. At just six minutes, the tutorial is concise and immediately actionable for prop builders at any skill level. Credit is given to Vaughan Baker for originating the technique.

VanOaksProps· 73,129 views
MIDWEST HAUNTERS 2023 Distortions Unlimited Booth and Convention Highlights
33:33
Professional Haunted Attractions

MIDWEST HAUNTERS 2023 Distortions Unlimited Booth and Convention Highlights

This video takes viewers on a tour of the Midwest Haunters Convention 2023, with a spotlight on the Distortions Unlimited booth alongside highlights from other vendors across the show floor. The convention brings together a wide cross-section of the haunt world — professional attraction operators, home haunters, scare actors, collectors, and Halloween enthusiasts. Coverage includes Halloween props, animatronics, costumes, SFX makeup, and original artwork from a diverse range of exhibitors. It serves as both a showcase of Distortions Unlimited's offerings and a broader snapshot of the current haunt industry landscape.

DistortionsUnlimited· 71,904 views
HOW-TO: Realistic Faux Patina Painting with Spray Paint & Craft Paint
2:31
DIY PropsBeginnerunder $10

HOW-TO: Realistic Faux Patina Painting with Spray Paint & Craft Paint

VanOaksProps delivers a fast, beginner-friendly tutorial on creating a convincing faux patina finish using spray paint and acrylic craft paint. The technique mimics aged copper or oxidized metal and is aimed at Halloween prop builders who need quick, realistic results. At just three minutes, it's an efficient overview of a versatile scenic painting skill applicable to a wide range of props and decorations.

VanOaksProps· 71,488 views
Top 10 Spirit Halloween 2015 ANIMATRONICS
7:29
Prop Reviews

Top 10 Spirit Halloween 2015 ANIMATRONICS

Haunt Former counts down his personal top 10 Spirit Halloween animatronics from the 2015 season, offering a curated guide for shoppers trying to decide which props are worth purchasing. The video serves as an opinionated buyer's reference for that year's retail animatronic lineup. Viewers are also invited to weigh in with their own favorites, making it an interactive community discussion around the season's standout pieces.

Haunt Former· 69,274 views
The Home Depot Halloween 2017 | Halloween Store Walkthroughs
8:34
Prop Reviews

The Home Depot Halloween 2017 | Halloween Store Walkthroughs

The creator tours the Halloween seasonal section at their local Home Depot, showcasing the retailer's 2017 lineup of indoor and outdoor props and decorations. The walkthrough gives viewers a ground-level look at what was available on shelves that season, covering the breadth and variety of the holiday offering. It serves as a handy pre-shopping preview for haunters and decorators scouting retail options.

Haunt Former· 68,722 views
The ULTIMATE DIY Halloween Tombstone Marathon!
1:19:27
DIY PropsIntermediate

The ULTIMATE DIY Halloween Tombstone Marathon!

This feature-length compilation from VanOaksProps collects multiple tombstone tutorials into a single marathon session, covering everything from basic foam carving to ultra-realistic aged gravestones. Projects range in complexity, including a replica Haunted Mansion tombstone, a projector-housing tombstone, broken and distressed styles, and techniques for adding memorial portraits and lichen. It's designed both as a complete learning resource and as companionable background viewing while you work on your own props. The chapter-based structure makes it easy to jump to the specific technique you need.

VanOaksProps· 65,004 views
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