Video Tag
Every video tagged “lantern” in the library — a focused slice of the Halloween archive.
12 videos
VanOaksProps presents a compilation of five pirate-themed DIY Halloween props, each originally covered in its own dedicated video and condensed here into a single 36-minute step-by-step guide. The five builds — a rum bottle, a haunt lantern, handcuff shackles, a treasure chest, and a junk-sourced oil lamp — are designed to be affordable and accessible for home haunters and party decorators alike. Each segment is timestamped, and links to the individual source videos (with full material lists) are provided in the description. Together the props create a cohesive high-seas atmosphere suitable for yard haunts, home haunts, or Halloween parties.
This tutorial walks through transforming a brand-new lantern into a convincingly aged, rusty antique using accessible materials and straightforward finishing techniques. The process covers creating a faux rust effect, aging the glass with glue, and layering finishes to achieve an overall worn, antique appearance. It is designed to be approachable for beginners with no specialized tools required. The techniques shown can be applied beyond lanterns to virtually any prop or surface.
This tutorial walks through transforming inexpensive camping LED lanterns into convincing vintage kerosene-style props. The creator applies faux rust and weathering techniques to the exterior while treating the glass with frosting and soot effects for an aged, eerie look. The electronics are upgraded by replacing the stock white LEDs with flickering bulbs and optionally wiring them to a wall adapter or daisy-chaining multiple units together.
VanOaksProps upgrades an existing haunt lantern by integrating an Arduino Nano and a Neopixel LED ring to create dynamic, programmable lighting effects. The build includes a 3D-printed controller box and custom Arduino code, both available as free downloads. Frost effect paint is applied to diffuse and soften the LED output for a more atmospheric look. The result is a polished, convincing lantern prop suited for haunted environments.
This video offers a first-look preview of Grandin Road's Halloween Haven 2018 product lineup, highlighting new decorations and props available for the season. The host walks viewers through notable items including witch, lantern, dancing skeleton, and skull pieces from the collection. As Part 1 of the coverage, it serves as a curated showcase rather than a hands-on build or tutorial.
FrightProps showcases the Graveyard Wanderer, an animated grave digger figure that brings a cemetery scene to life. The prop features a multi-axis movement sequence — the arm raises and bends at the elbow to lift a lantern, while the torso slowly rotates side to side and leans forward. This short demo reel highlights the fluid, eerie motion designed to sell the illusion of a figure searching through the dark.
This short showcase video from Poison Props features the RZ420 Rotating Maggot Zombie, a commercial-grade animatronic prop that slowly rotates in a circular motion while clutching a lantern. The figure boasts highly detailed zombie aesthetics, making it a strong fit for graveyard scenes, haunted houses, dark rides, and amusement park attractions. It runs on standard AC power and ships via freight. A notable design feature allows the character's head to be swapped onto other Poison Props mechanisms for customizable scene-building.
A quick tour of Costco's Halloween seasonal section filmed in 2014, showcasing the variety of affordable holiday items available at the warehouse retailer. The video highlights standout pieces including skeletons, lanterns, and costumes. It serves as a casual shopping haul and inspiration source for budget-conscious Halloween enthusiasts.
This video from Poison Props showcases a rotating zombie lantern, a motorized Halloween prop that combines undead theming with an animated lantern element. The prop features continuous or programmed rotation to create an unsettling, eye-catching display suitable for yard haunts or home haunt setups. Poison Props is known for high-quality haunt builds, and this piece appears to demonstrate their signature craftsmanship in animatronic prop design.
FrightProps showcases the Lantern Hag, a motorized Halloween prop featuring a decayed, weathered zombie figure that slowly rotates in a full circle while clutching a glowing lantern. The prop appears designed for professional haunted house environments as well as ambitious home haunters seeking a dramatic, atmospheric centerpiece. Its combination of air and electric power options gives buyers flexibility in how they deploy it.
FrightProps showcases their Swaying Maggot Corpse, a ready-made animated Halloween prop featuring a decomposing zombie figure covered in maggots that sways back and forth while clutching a lantern. The slow, lifelike rocking motion combined with the gruesome rotting aesthetic makes it a standout graveyard or haunted scene centerpiece. This short video serves as a product demonstration, highlighting the prop's movement and visual detail.
FrightProps showcases a zombie head lantern designed as a hand prop for haunted attractions and home haunts. The piece features a latex skin construction with an internal soft foam fill and a reinforced rope handle for easy carrying. It runs on batteries, making it portable and ready to deploy without any wiring setup.
