Video Tag
Every video tagged “silicone mold” in the library — a focused slice of the Halloween archive.
24 videos
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.
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.
This first part of a mold-making series from Stiltbeast Studios walks viewers through creating a one-piece mold using 100% silicone caulk. The process involves thinning the caulk with naphtha to achieve a workable consistency suitable for capturing fine detail. It is aimed at SPFX artists and haunt builders who want an affordable alternative to commercial silicone systems. Proper ventilation is emphasized throughout due to the solvents involved.
Allen Hopps of StiltbeastStudios tests Sika expanding foam — available at Home Depot — by casting it directly into a silicone life-cast mold. The foam performs well in the mold, reproducing detail reliably, and earns a recommendation for this type of prop-making application. This short, focused video is essentially a real-world material test with a clear verdict.
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.
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.
This tutorial walks through the process of casting hyper-realistic resin eyeballs suitable for Halloween props, animatronics, and prosthetics. The creator uses silicone mold rubber alongside both white and clear casting resins, layering them to achieve convincing depth and translucency. Printed iris files — available from the creator's website — are incorporated into the build for added realism. Note that a corrected and complete version of this tutorial has been published separately by the creator.
VanOaksProps demonstrates a budget-friendly approach to mold making using the brush-on silicone method paired with a supportive plaster mother shell — an ideal alternative to expensive block molds for larger objects. The tutorial walks through applying multiple silicone layers with a brush, building a rigid plaster shell over the finished mold, and ultimately casting copies in resin. The technique is well-suited for prop makers who want professional-quality duplicates without the high material cost of full block molds. A lion head sculpt serves as the hero piece throughout the demonstration.
VanOaksProps demonstrates a budget-friendly method for casting convincing fake hardware pieces using a silicone mold and high-temp Cosplay Stik hot glue sticks from Surebonder. The technique allows haunters and cosplayers to replicate multiple hardware styles quickly without spending heavily on store-bought decorative pieces. Colored glue sticks — including black and silver — make it easy to produce finished-looking results straight out of the mold with minimal post-processing.
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.
Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios demonstrates how to create a silicone life cast of a human head using Gel-10 silicone. The resulting mold is reusable and can serve as a master for producing multiple head duplicates in a variety of casting materials. This makes it a highly practical technique for haunters and prop makers who need repeatable, realistic head props.
Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios demonstrates how to produce skull-shaped wall sconce light fixtures using a silicone mold and fiberglass for The Castle attraction at SCREAMS Halloween park. The video walks through a professional-grade prop fabrication workflow suited for haunted attraction production environments. The result is durable, repeatable decorative fixtures that serve both a functional lighting role and a strong thematic aesthetic.
Distortions Unlimited walks through the revival of a vintage Alien xenomorph mask originally cast from H.R. Giger's own molds in the 1980s. After reacquiring the original piece, the team created a new silicone mold, produced a clay cast, and refined it for rerelease as a wearable collector mask. The project was carried out in partnership with Fun.com, who held the official Alien license. Creator Ed also reflects on the mask's personal and historical significance to Distortions Unlimited.
This tutorial walks viewers through creating a Halloween-themed charcuterie board — dubbed a 'creepycuterie' board — by embedding plastic insects into poured resin inside a silicone mold. The finished piece doubles as a functional serving board and a conversation-starting party centerpiece. The project requires minimal materials and is accessible to crafters with little or no prior resin experience.
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.
This rapid-fire one-minute tutorial from Stiltbeast Studios shows how to create a small skull pin using basic moldmaking techniques. A skull is sculpted in water-based clay, then a flexible mold is formed using 100% silicone caulk catalyzed with dish soapy water. Resin is poured into the finished mold to produce the final wearable piece. A link to a longer, more detailed companion video is provided for those wanting step-by-step guidance.
Stiltbeast Studios walks through the sculpting process for a set of voodoo and witch charm pieces intended for use in a silicone plate mold. The video focuses on working with Monsterclay to build up detailed small-scale charms with occult and witchcraft themes. This serves as a companion piece to a separate silicone plate mold tutorial, showing how the original sculpts are created before molding begins.
Stiltbeast Studios' Allen Hopps leads an extended, in-depth workshop on molding a bear character prop, likely covering the full mold-making pipeline from sculpt to finished piece. At over four hours long, this is a comprehensive, professional-level instructional session aimed at serious prop builders. The video bridges wearable mask fabrication and haunted attraction prop construction, reflecting Stiltbeast's signature blend of creature-shop craft and haunt industry expertise.
Stiltbeast Studios' Allen Hopps walks through the complete process of building a two-part mask mold in this in-depth, feature-length tutorial. Spanning over two hours, the video is designed to give Halloween mask makers and haunt prop builders a thorough understanding of the mold-making workflow from start to finish. The level of detail suggests coverage of everything from initial preparation through final demolding, making it a substantial reference for anyone serious about fabricating wearable character masks.
This is Part 2 of StiltbeastStudios' in-depth series on molding the Hepteron creature prop, a project aimed at professional-level haunted attraction fabrication. The video runs nearly three hours, suggesting a comprehensive, step-by-step walkthrough of the mold-making process. StiltbeastStudios, known for high-end haunt prop and mask creation, guides viewers through the technical details of bringing a complex creature piece to life. This installment builds on the foundation established in Part 1 of the series.
This lengthy workshop-style video from Stiltbeast Studios with Allen Hopps dives deep into mold-making techniques for Halloween props and masks. Spanning over three hours, it appears to cover a broad range of molding processes applicable to haunted attraction fabrication. The session is consistent with Stiltbeast's signature approach of hands-on, professional-grade instruction aimed at serious prop builders. Specific materials and tools are not confirmed from the available metadata, so details are kept conservative.
This short clip offers a first look at resin tusks freshly cast from a silicone mold and fitted into a latex mask blank, part of a frost giant creature build. Stiltbeast Studios uses Platsil Gel-25 for the mold and Easy-Flo 120 for the resin cast. The video serves as a teaser highlight pulled from a longer live-stream session, with a link provided to the full mold-making segment.
This extended StiltbeastStudios session with Allen Hopps covers the second half of constructing the mold for the Shi Kumo character — a detailed, professional-grade prop or mask build intended for haunted attraction use. At nearly three hours, the video dives deep into the mold-making process, making it a substantial technical resource for serious prop fabricators. Viewers follow along with a hands-on, real-time workflow typical of the Stiltbeast production style.
StiltbeastStudios' Allen Hopps walks through a streamlined mold-making process aimed at haunted attraction builders and prop makers. The video focuses on producing Halloween masks or prop pieces using an efficient, time-saving molding approach. At nearly two hours, it provides a thorough look at the workflow from start to finish. Given the channel's reputation, viewers can expect practical, experience-driven techniques suited for haunt environments.
