Video Tag
Every video tagged “prop making” in the library — a focused slice of the Halloween archive.
233 videos
This video follows the full unboxing and initial setup of the Bambu H2D, a premium large-format 3D printer priced at $2,500. The creator walks through setup, automatic calibration, and first prints including a multicolor test, noting the machine's impressively fast print speeds and a dedicated high-speed 'ludicrous mode.' The video ultimately asks whether the price tag is justified for makers and prop builders.
Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios walks viewers through the process of painting a Halloween mask, sharing professional techniques developed through his haunted attraction work. The session covers how paint application can dramatically transform a mask's realism and overall scare factor. At over two hours, this is an in-depth, hands-on demonstration suited for serious prop and costume builders.
This extended video from Stiltbeast Studios offers an informal, behind-the-scenes look at a working Halloween prop and haunt studio. Allen Hopps spends time in the shop in an unscripted, relaxed format — the kind of casual creative session haunt builders often call 'puttering.' With a runtime of over two hours, it serves as an immersive hang-out experience inside a professional Halloween prop-making environment.
Allen Hopps of StiltbeastStudios unboxes a sculpting tool set, walking viewers through what's included in the kit. The video offers a first-look assessment aimed at haunted attraction builders and prop makers who want to know whether the tools are worth picking up. At roughly six minutes, it's a quick but practical reference for anyone considering adding dedicated sculpting tools to their workshop.
A relaxed, unstructured hangout session hosted by Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios, set in his prop-building workshop. The extended runtime suggests a casual live-stream or recorded shop night where Halloween and haunted attraction topics are discussed in an informal setting. Viewers get a behind-the-scenes look at the creative environment of a seasoned haunt professional. No formal tutorial or build project is apparent from the available metadata.
A lengthy workshop session from StiltbeastStudios featuring Allen Hopps working on masks and various props in his studio. The video offers an extended look at real-world prop and mask creation as it happens on the shop floor. Fans of behind-the-scenes haunt fabrication will appreciate the unfiltered, process-driven format. The content spans over two hours, suggesting a deep dive into multiple projects or build stages.
Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios invites viewers into a relaxed, unscripted shop session where he putters around working on props and haunted attraction projects. This long-form video offers an informal, behind-the-scenes look at the creative process inside a professional haunt builder's workspace. It's the kind of casual, conversational content fans of the channel have come to enjoy as a companion to more structured tutorials.
Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios returns for a second attempt at a prop painting session, sharing his process and insights for achieving haunted-attraction-quality results. The video focuses on hands-on painting techniques applicable to DIY haunted house props and set pieces. As part of Stiltbeast's practical, experience-driven teaching style, viewers can expect real-time tips drawn from professional haunt work.
This short video captures the end of a second day at Monster Camp, a haunt-industry gathering hosted by Stiltbeast Studios. It offers a brief behind-the-scenes glimpse into the event, which appears to cover prop making, Halloween masks, and haunted attraction performance skills. The clip has the feel of a daily vlog or recap from an immersive multi-day training or community event.
A live workshop stream hosted by Matt Daniels of Creative Geekery where viewers vote on whether to build Ghostbusters or Alien-themed props together in real time. The session runs over two hours, emphasizing community participation and hands-on making. It offers an informal, collaborative environment for prop enthusiasts to watch and engage with the build process as it unfolds.
This lengthy shop session video from StiltbeastStudios offers an informal, behind-the-scenes look at the prop-making and haunted attraction work happening in Allen Hopps' workshop. Running nearly two hours, it captures the candid, day-in-the-life atmosphere of a working haunt fabrication space. Viewers can expect a mix of hands-on prop work, conversation, and creative problem-solving typical of the Stiltbeast shop experience.
This short Horror 365 video walks viewers through the process of creating a skull prop for Halloween decorating or haunting purposes. At just seven minutes, it aims to deliver a focused, approachable guide to crafting a convincing skull. No source description was available, so specific techniques and materials cannot be confirmed.
This short behind-the-scenes video offers a peek at the making of 'Welcome Home,' a horror fan film produced by Slash 'N Cast and RJL Productions. The footage was shot by Rachel Book and accompanies the original episode available separately. At just four minutes, it provides a brief glimpse into the production side of indie horror filmmaking, including props and on-set atmosphere.
Hauntcast Episode 73 is a feature-length Halloween podcast episode packed with industry guests and community segments. Prop master Evil Ted Smith joins to discuss his craft, while Steve and Don Doleshal of Jack's Hollow share their work building a replica Evil Dead 2 cabin. The episode also includes music from Nox Arcana's House of Nightmares album and a lineup of recurring segments covering haunt news, cocktails, web finds, and storytelling.
Hauntcast's Prop Shop segment features Cheryl Callender — of the Chicago Haunt Builds Group and the Creepers on Carlton home haunt — walking through the process of creating Monster Mud statues and life-sized Halloween props. The episode draws on Cheryl's hands-on experience building large-scale figures for a home haunt environment. It serves as a practical, conversation-driven guide for haunters looking to add impressive full-size characters to their displays.
In this Prop Shop segment from Hauntcast, host Denny walks viewers through the roto-casting process — a technique used to create hollow props by rotating a mold coated with casting material. The tutorial is aimed at haunters looking to expand their prop-building skills with a professional-grade fabrication method. At 16 minutes, it offers a focused, practical introduction to the process without unnecessary filler.
Hauntcast sits down with Evil Ted Smith, a veteran Hollywood prop maker and visual effects artist with nearly three decades of film and TV credits spanning major blockbusters and hit series. Now globally recognized for his YouTube tutorials on foam armor and prop construction, Ted shares insights drawn from a career bridging big-budget productions and the DIY community. The conversation explores how professional industry experience translates into accessible techniques for haunters, cosplayers, and prop builders alike.
