Video Tag
Every video tagged “skeleton” in the library — a focused slice of the Halloween archive.
252 videos
Wicked Makers' Jay and Jaimie demonstrate how to transform a basic store-bought Halloween skeleton into a far more impressive and creepy display piece. The short teases a full-length tutorial focused on giving the skeleton a pirate or drunken drinking character. The upgrade elevates a generic prop into a themed centerpiece without starting from scratch.
A quick walkthrough of a Spirit Halloween store featuring an unusual floor-level prop display layout that catches the creator's attention. The short video highlights various Halloween props and animatronics arranged in what appears to be a non-standard setup. It offers a fast-paced peek at seasonal offerings from brands like Gemmy and Distortions Unlimited.
Wicked Makers' Jay and Jaimie transform a basic store-bought plastic skeleton into a swaying drunken pirate animatronic inspired by Pirates of the Caribbean. The build covers two parallel tracks: constructing a wiper-motor-driven PVC swaying mechanism, and detailing the skeleton with corpsing (cotton, liquid latex, and contact cement), custom painting, and thrift-store costume weathering. The corpsing method demonstrated produces a decayed, fleshy look distinct from the mummified result of heat-gun-and-plastic-wrap techniques. The finished prop is designed for outdoor yard display and makes an impressive centerpiece for a home haunt.
Wicked Makers hosts Jay and Jaimie transform a standard store-bought plastic skeleton into a dramatic gravecrawler prop complete with a sculpted dirt mound. The key innovation is that the mound is fully portable and collapsible for easy off-season storage. The build relies on accessible materials like spray foam, spray paint, and hot glue, making it approachable for Halloween decorators of most skill levels. The finished prop is designed to integrate seamlessly into a yard graveyard or cemetery display.
Jaimie and Jay of Wicked Makers walk viewers through their 2022 'Oakview Cemetery' yard haunt, built and refined over six-plus years, covering both daytime and nighttime perspectives. The sprawling display blends custom-built props and animatronic makeovers across multiple themed zones — from a spooky graveyard with a chicken-wire ghost and a Pennywise character, to a pirate skeleton party, a swamp witch scene, and a giant spider installation. A highlight is a stone portal with custom and AtmosFX projections, framed by oversized store-bought skeletons that have been repositioned for maximum impact. The tour wraps with their most feared character, the Sitting Scarecrow, who serves as the final scare for trick-or-treaters.
Allen Hopps of StiltbeastStudios presents a plastic corpsing technique designed to be faster, easier, and more affordable than traditional methods. The tutorial demonstrates how to transform inexpensive skeletons into convincing decomposed corpse props suitable for haunted house environments. The approach emphasizes accessibility, making professional-looking results achievable without a large budget or advanced skill set.
A walk-through tour of Home Depot's Halloween 2020 seasonal aisle, showcasing the store's lineup of decorations, animatronics, and large-scale props available that year. The video highlights a range of themed characters including skeletons, aliens, clowns, and scarecrows. It serves as a practical shopping preview for Halloween enthusiasts scoping out what big-box retail had to offer in 2020.
This short video from FrightProps showcases their animated skeleton prop, known as Bones. The clip appears to be a product demonstration highlighting the electric-powered movement of the figure. At under a minute, it serves primarily as a quick visual preview to accompany the product listing on the FrightProps website.
This roughly 24-minute tutorial walks viewers through building an animated skeleton groundbreaker, a mechanical prop designed to emerge from a graveyard scene with eerie, zombie-like motion. The host provides step-by-step instructions for assembling the moving figure so it can be added to a Halloween cemetery display. It's geared toward home haunters wanting a motorized centerpiece for their yard.
This video takes viewers on a walkthrough tour of a Spirit Halloween retail store during the 2014 season, showcasing that year's prop and animatronic offerings. The creator captures in-store displays featuring themes such as zombies, skeletons, haunted ruins, and attic scenes. It is the first in a multi-part series covering the full store experience.
Monster Tutorials walks viewers through building ultra-budget skeleton props using pool noodles, with this episode focusing on constructing the torso — considered the most critical section of the build. The technique is designed for haunters who need to populate a scene with many characters without spending much money. Additional installments covering the head, arms, legs, and corpsing are planned as companion videos. A downloadable PDF e-book guide is also referenced as a supplemental resource.
Allen Hopps of StiltbeastStudios demonstrates how to create convincing skeleton parts using readily available expanding foam sealant from a hardware store — a technique he dubs 'skeleton in a can.' The method is designed to be accessible and budget-friendly, making it ideal for haunters who want to build or bulk out bone pieces without expensive materials. The roughly 23-minute tutorial walks through the process of working with the foam to achieve skeletal shapes and textures.
This tutorial walks through how to transform an off-the-shelf Halloween skeleton into a convincing burned-corpse prop using sculpting putty and painting techniques. The build is designed to be accessible for intermediate DIYers looking to elevate a basic store-bought prop into something far more sinister. Companion tutorials for crafting resin eyes and custom teeth are referenced to take the finished piece even further. The result is a striking charred skeleton display piece suitable for home haunts or yard haunts.
A Halloween enthusiast takes viewers along on an early-season Halloween décor shopping trip in June, joined by a recurring skeleton companion character. The video has a casual, fun vibe aimed at fellow year-round Halloween lovers eager to scope out seasonal finds before the fall rush. It is sponsored by a mattress brand, indicating a lifestyle-focused format rather than a tutorial or build video.
StiltbeastStudios walks through a budget-friendly build of a full grim reaper statue suitable for home haunts or haunted attractions. The roughly 21-minute tutorial focuses on achieving a striking, professional-looking result without breaking the bank. Allen Hopps guides viewers through the construction process step by step, emphasizing accessibility for DIY builders at various skill levels.
A enthusiastic Halloween shopping haul showcasing a variety of 2022 Target Halloween finds, including items from the Hyde and Eek Boutique and Threshold lines. The creator unboxes and reacts to an assortment of decorative pieces ranging from pillows and wreaths to skeletons, blow molds, and spooky faux florals. Affiliate links for all featured items are provided in the description for easy shopping.
FrightProps showcases a Halloween skeleton prop seated in a rocking chair that both rocks and talks. The short demo highlights the prop's dual motion-and-audio functionality, giving viewers a quick look at how it performs in action. It appears aimed at haunters or decorators seeking an attention-grabbing, character-driven display piece.
A casual haul video showcasing a variety of Halloween items picked up from Target's 2024 online release. The creator walks through decorative pieces including blow molds, animatronics, plush toys, and a candy bowl, as well as a couple of Halloween costumes. The video offers a close-up look at each item's design and character, helping viewers decide what to add to their own seasonal collections.
Join Jade as she tours multiple retail stores — including Burlington, Kirkland's, World Market, and HomeGoods — in search of the best Halloween décor available for the 2025 season. Her skeleton companion tags along for the full shopping adventure, and spooky finds turn up at every stop. The video has a relaxed, fun vibe suited for viewers who enjoy discovering seasonal décor without leaving the couch.
A short-form video showcasing a drumming skeleton animatronic spotted at Lowe's Halloween 2023 seasonal display. The prop's energetic drumming motion draws a humorous comparison to Animal, the iconic Muppets percussionist. The clip captures the fun, over-the-top personality of the piece in a quick retail walkthrough format.
Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios walks through the creation of a full hanging corpse prop for around $60. The build is aimed at haunters who want a high-impact, realistic dead-body decoration without a large budget. At roughly 23 minutes, the tutorial covers the complete construction process from start to finished, displayable prop.
A lifestyle-style haul and announcement video from a Halloween-enthusiast creator who shares spooky news with her community before showcasing a large collection of Halloween-themed clothing items. The haul focuses heavily on baby, toddler, and kids' Halloween apparel sourced from retailers including Old Navy, Walmart, Gymboree, and Children's Place. Items span a wide range of spooky motifs — skeletons, ghosts, pumpkins, bats, and monsters. The video is casual and community-driven rather than instructional.
Jade The Libra takes viewers on a dark decor shopping trip to At Home, HomeGoods, and Target, scouting pieces to refresh her living room with a gothic, spooky aesthetic. The video is part of an ongoing living room redecorating series and serves as both a personal haul and an inspiration guide for anyone building a year-round dark or Halloween-style home. A skeleton companion named Mr. Skeleton rides along for the adventure, adding personality to the outing. The video is sponsored by Shudder.
A self-described goth or alternative mom shares a baby haul featuring Halloween-themed clothing and everyday baby gear picks. Spooky-styled items like a skeleton gown, pumpkin sweatshirt, and Halloween socks are showcased alongside practical baby essentials such as a car seat, jumper, and breast pump. The video is sponsored by Capital One Shopping and includes affiliate links for all featured products. It offers a fun peek into raising a baby with a year-round Halloween aesthetic.
