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

39 videos

EASY mold making and casting with ALUMINUM powder!
8:10
DIY PropsBeginner$30–$80

EASY mold making and casting with ALUMINUM powder!

VanOaksProps walks through the complete workflow for duplicating prop parts using a tin-cure silicone mold and cast resin, then finishing the casts to resemble brushed aluminum. The technique — known as cold casting — uses aluminum powder mixed into or applied over resin, with steel wool buffing to bring out a convincing metallic sheen. It's a practical solution for haunters who need multiple identical parts without hand-building each one. The tutorial is kept approachable and concise, making it accessible even for first-time mold makers.

VanOaksProps· 86,535 views
Best Halloween Spider Wins!
17:39
DIY AnimatronicsPro

Best Halloween Spider Wins!

This behind-the-scenes look from Distortions Unlimited follows the studio as it designs and builds two new monsters for Halloween 2024: an Alien Spider prop and a Banshee animatronic. Viewers watch the full workflow from clay sculpting and armature construction through molding, trimming, and finishing, with several crew members tackling different stages. A highlight is a paint-off between two artists to decide the spider's final color, while the Banshee races to come together before the Transworld Halloween show.

DistortionsUnlimited· 60,000 views
We Sculpted a Giant Kong Gorilla!
0:29
DIY PropsPro

We Sculpted a Giant Kong Gorilla!

The Distortions Unlimited team races a tight deadline to finish a massive clay sculpt of a giant Kong-style gorilla head ahead of the Transworld Halloween Show. Sculptor Ed battles the clay cracking and drying as he sprays and wets it to keep the surface workable. The finished giant gorilla is intended as a photo-op centerpiece at the company's Transworld booth.

DistortionsUnlimited· 59,280 views
caulk mold part 3
19:47
DIY PropsIntermediate

caulk mold part 3

This is the third installment in Stiltbeast Studios' silicone caulk mold-making series, continuing the step-by-step process of building a prop mold using readily available silicone caulk. As a multi-part series entry, it likely builds directly on techniques and progress established in the previous two episodes. Viewers following along will see the mold construction advance toward a finished, castable form.

StiltbeastStudios· 46,493 views
Monster Making at Distortions Unlimited Compilation
9:49
Set Design

Monster Making at Distortions Unlimited Compilation

This compilation showcases the monster-making process at Distortions Unlimited, a long-running maker of hand-crafted Halloween props and animatronics. It walks through their workflow from design and sculpting to molding, pouring, and painting, while highlighting signature creations like the Pumpkin Witch, Colossus, the Giant Skull, and Mutant. The reel offers a behind-the-scenes look at how professional-grade haunt monsters come to life rather than a step-by-step tutorial.

DistortionsUnlimited· 45,988 views
Monster Make A Wish at Distortions Unlimited
12:36
DIY Animatronics

Monster Make A Wish at Distortions Unlimited

Distortions Unlimited hosts a Make-A-Wish recipient named Jackson, whose wish was to design a Halloween prop at their shop. The team brought his concept to life by sculpting, molding, and pouring it in latex, then let him pick the paint color and activate the finished animatronic, which moves, shakes, and spits. Jackson named his creation "Crimson" and will feature it in his own yard haunt. The video blends a heartfelt charity story with a behind-the-scenes look at professional prop production.

DistortionsUnlimited· 39,918 views
Silicone Sheet Mold
21:05
DIY PropsIntermediate

Silicone Sheet Mold

Stiltbeast Studios walks through the process of creating a simple silicone sheet mold, a versatile and approachable technique for producing multiples of small resin-cast items. Both the silicone and resin used are sourced from BITY Mold Supply. The tutorial demonstrates how this straightforward mold format is well-suited for small prop components and detail pieces. At just over 20 minutes, it offers a focused, practical look at an essential prop-making skill.

StiltbeastStudios· 33,536 views
2 PART MOLD MAKING a Halloween Prop at Distortions Unlimited | Monster Lab
32:44
DIY PropsAdvanced

2 PART MOLD MAKING a Halloween Prop at Distortions Unlimited | Monster Lab

This behind-the-scenes Monster Lab tutorial from Distortions Unlimited walks through the complete 2-part plaster mold-making process for a Halloween prop called the Mutant Baby. Ed Edmunds seals the finished clay sculpture with spray paint, builds a clay dam to define the mold parting line, and hands off to Mondo who pours and completes the 2-piece plaster mold. The video explains how this plaster mold will be used to create a foam master, which then feeds into one-piece production molds — giving viewers a rare look at a professional prop pipeline from sculpt to production-ready tooling.

DistortionsUnlimited· 28,898 views
We Need To FINISH This 5000 Pound Gorilla Head Sculpture Today
5:01
Professional Haunted Attractions

We Need To FINISH This 5000 Pound Gorilla Head Sculpture Today

Distortions Unlimited races against the clock to complete a massive gorilla head clay sculpture weighing between 4,000 and 5,000 pounds, built over a metal armature fabricated by their crew. The sculpture must be finished before a professional mold maker arrives on site, and keeping the clay from cracking under drying conditions is an active challenge. The finished piece is destined to serve as a photo opportunity at the Distortions Unlimited booth at the Transworld Halloween Show.

DistortionsUnlimited· 25,224 views
A Day Making Monsters For Halloween 2025
7:04
Professional Haunted Attractions

A Day Making Monsters For Halloween 2025

Distortions Unlimited opens its doors for a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of monsters, props, and animatronics destined for the 2025 Halloween season. The video showcases the professional fabrication process at one of the Halloween industry's most recognized studios. Finished pieces are headed to haunted attractions, events, and Halloween enthusiasts across the country.

DistortionsUnlimited· 24,194 views
A Day Making Monsters for Halloween 2025
4:22
Professional Haunted Attractions

A Day Making Monsters for Halloween 2025

This behind-the-scenes look at Distortions Unlimited captures a day on the production floor as the team fabricates a range of Halloween props for 2025. Viewers watch crew members foam and detail Goblin Legend figures, paint Dragon Legends, Haunted Trees, and Super Skulls, and begin assembling Zombie Podiums. The short clip offers a rare, candid glimpse into the scale and craftsmanship of a professional Halloween prop manufacturer. It's a quick but compelling window into how commercial-grade monsters are brought to life.

DistortionsUnlimited· 14,895 views
We Made a DINOSAUR Animatronic for a Jurassic Raptor Scene!
6:27
DIY Animatronics

We Made a DINOSAUR Animatronic for a Jurassic Raptor Scene!

Distortions Unlimited takes viewers behind the scenes as they develop raptor dinosaur animatronics for a Jurassic-themed scene, part of their new 2024 lineup. The video traces the process from design and sculpting through mechanics, painting, and finishing. Sculpting on the raptors was led by Tom Cassidy, showcasing the studio's professional animatronic craftsmanship built over decades.

DistortionsUnlimited· 13,808 views
Making Sleeping Giant Animatronic at Distortions Unlimited
0:19
DIY AnimatronicsPro

Making Sleeping Giant Animatronic at Distortions Unlimited

This behind-the-scenes clip from Distortions Unlimited follows part of the build process for their Sleeping Giant animatronic. The footage focuses on trimming the giant figure in preparation for seaming during fabrication. It offers a glimpse into how a professional prop studio shapes a large-scale monster character.

DistortionsUnlimited· 13,161 views
Halloween Company Makes Christmas Animatronics | Distortions Unlimited Christmas Special
18:04
DIY Animatronics

Halloween Company Makes Christmas Animatronics | Distortions Unlimited Christmas Special

This Distortions Unlimited Christmas special takes viewers behind the scenes as the well-known Halloween prop and animatronic company pivots to building a holiday line. Filmed across 2010 and 2011, it follows the crew through designing, sculpting, molding, painting, and unveiling Santa and elf animatronics. The documentary-style piece highlights the challenges and triumphs of adapting a haunt-focused studio to Christmas decor.

DistortionsUnlimited· 12,514 views
Build with sticky paper
12:28
DIY PropsIntermediate

Build with sticky paper

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios demonstrates a lesser-known fabrication method using sticky paper to construct a sturdy alien body prop for a themed area within a professional haunted attraction. The technique produces solid, reasonably detailed forms and serves as a practical alternative to more conventional prop-building methods. It's a straightforward, encouraging build that invites haunters of all skill levels to experiment with accessible materials.

StiltbeastStudios· 11,912 views
Silicone cup mold.wmv
20:13
DIY PropsIntermediate

Silicone cup mold.wmv

StiltbeastStudios walks through the process of building a silicone cup mold — also known as a stack or box mold — designed for casting resin prop parts. The tutorial covers the core workflow used in professional and semi-professional prop fabrication environments. Gel-10 silicone is the featured mold-making material, paired with a compatible casting resin system. This is a practical, technique-focused demonstration suited to prop makers looking to produce repeatable resin pieces.

StiltbeastStudios· 10,710 views
Distortions Unlimited Ss Live Making Monsters
36:15
Professional Haunted Attractions

Distortions Unlimited Ss Live Making Monsters

This livestream takes viewers inside the Distortions Unlimited workshop for a behind-the-scenes look at how their monsters and props are made. The tour stops by various stations, watching team members work through paint, welding, seaming, and pouring. It's a casual, real-time peek at a professional haunt-prop manufacturer's process rather than a step-by-step build guide.

DistortionsUnlimited· 9,026 views
We Made Dinosaur Animatronics
0:26
DIY Animatronics

We Made Dinosaur Animatronics

Distortions Unlimited showcases a set of dinosaur animatronics built for a Jurassic-style raptor scene. The video points viewers toward a deeper look at how the team designs, sculpts, engineers the movement, and paints their dinosaurs. It highlights the studio's broader passion for crafting Halloween animatronics and props.

DistortionsUnlimited· 8,594 views
Sculpting a Giant Kong Animatronic at Distortions Unlimited
0:24
DIY AnimatronicsPro

Sculpting a Giant Kong Animatronic at Distortions Unlimited

This behind-the-scenes look from Distortions Unlimited follows the sculpting of a massive King Kong-style gorilla animatronic in their studio. It showcases the artistry and scale involved in creating a giant creature figure rather than a step-by-step home build. Viewers get an inside view of professional prop fabrication and animatronic character design.

DistortionsUnlimited· 8,373 views
Distortions Unlimited Behind the Scenes Walk Thru Tour
10:56
Professional Haunted Attractions

Distortions Unlimited Behind the Scenes Walk Thru Tour

This behind-the-scenes walkthrough takes viewers inside the Distortions Unlimited workshop to observe professional Halloween prop and animatronic production in action. The lightly edited footage captures craftspeople painting, pouring, cutting, and decorating a wide variety of pieces at various stages of completion. It offers a rare, candid look at the scale and craft involved in commercial Halloween prop manufacturing.

DistortionsUnlimited· 7,678 views
How We Make Halloween Props at Distortions Unlimited
1:40
DIY Props

How We Make Halloween Props at Distortions Unlimited

This short behind-the-scenes video offers a glimpse into the prop-making process at Distortions Unlimited, a professional Halloween prop fabrication studio. Viewers get a look at how commercial-grade haunt props are created for use in spooky haunt scenes. Despite its brief runtime, it showcases the craftsmanship and production environment behind one of the industry's known prop manufacturers.

DistortionsUnlimited· 7,380 views
Distortions Unlimited Monster Making Behind the Scenes
4:57
DIY Animatronics

Distortions Unlimited Monster Making Behind the Scenes

This behind-the-scenes look at Distortions Unlimited showcases the multi-step process involved in crafting professional-grade Halloween monsters and animatronic props. Viewers get a glimpse into key production areas including the sculpting room, paint room, and pouring station. The video highlights the hands-on, artisan nature of the company's fabrication workflow. It serves as both a brand showcase and an inspiring peek into high-end Halloween prop manufacturing.

DistortionsUnlimited· 5,515 views
plaster plate molds
19:53
DIY PropsIntermediate

plaster plate molds

Stiltbeast Studios walks through the process of making plate molds using Ultracal 30 plaster, focused on casting latex human face parts. The technique is presented as a fast, accessible method suitable for producing small prop and costume components. This foundational mold-making skill translates well beyond face parts to a wide range of small Halloween prop fabrication projects.

StiltbeastStudios· 5,489 views
experimental mold technique...so far it worked
1:41:44
DIY PropsAdvanced

experimental mold technique...so far it worked

StiltbeastStudios' Allen Hopps walks through an experimental mold-making technique applied to a Halloween prop or mask build, sharing results in real time over a lengthy deep-dive session. The video documents a hands-on process that pushes beyond conventional molding methods, giving viewers an honest look at what worked and why. At roughly 102 minutes, it offers a thorough, workshop-style exploration suited to serious prop makers looking to expand their fabrication toolkit.

StiltbeastStudios· 4,898 views