Halloween Universe

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#StiltbeastStudios

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

324 videos

airbrush 3
27:23
DIY PropsBeginner

airbrush 3

Allen Hopps of StiltbeastStudios delivers the third installment in his airbrush series, focusing on foundational airbrush skills for prop makers, set designers, and mask makers. The video walks viewers through a practical technique-refining drill and introduces the use of stencils as a versatile painting aid. Although released out of sequence — part three before part two — the content stands on its own as an accessible guide to improving airbrush control. The airbrush is framed as an essential tool across multiple disciplines within the haunted attraction world.

StiltbeastStudios· 10,246 views
wall detail final
13:14
Set DesignIntermediate

wall detail final

StiltbeastStudios walks through the finishing touches on haunt wall panels, applying scenic paint and decorative vine details to bring the set to life. The video focuses on the final detailing stage that transforms raw panels into immersive, atmospheric haunt scenery. It offers a practical look at how professional-level set dressing elevates the overall environment of a haunted attraction.

StiltbeastStudios· 9,914 views
latch mechanism
0:52
DIY PropsIntermediate

latch mechanism

This short follow-up clip from StiltbeastStudios focuses on the latch mechanism used in a previously shown drop window prop. The video breaks down how the latch functions as a key component of the drop window's release system. At just one minute, it serves as a focused companion piece for builders already familiar with the base build.

StiltbeastStudios· 9,547 views
spirit buy
10:30
Prop Reviews

spirit buy

StiltbeastStudios shares a haul of Spirit Halloween purchases, explaining their personal buying philosophy: skip the big-ticket items and focus on small pieces that save time or serve as strong starting points for custom builds. A highlight of the video is the plan to acquire Spirit's Cerberus animatronic specifically to harvest its heads as bases for original monster head sculpts. The creator offers a practical, experienced perspective on how professional haunters can extract real value from mass-market Halloween retail.

StiltbeastStudios· 9,529 views
Power Jack O lantern!
1:01
DIY Props

Power Jack O lantern!

StiltbeastStudios presents a short showcase of a powered jack o lantern prop suitable for haunted attractions or home haunts. The clip highlights the creator's prop-building craft with a focus on a spooky, eye-catching pumpkin design. As a one-minute teaser, it offers a quick look at the finished piece rather than a step-by-step tutorial.

StiltbeastStudios· 9,269 views
Make A Spine!
26:46
DIY PropsIntermediate

Make A Spine!

StiltbeastStudios walks viewers through the process of building a realistic spine prop suitable for haunted houses and Halloween displays. Allen Hopps guides the build with a focus on achieving a convincing, scary result. At roughly 27 minutes, the tutorial offers enough depth to cover the core construction steps without overwhelming beginners. The finished piece is aimed at elevating the production value of haunted attractions and home haunts alike.

StiltbeastStudios· 9,057 views
How to Make a Trick or Treat Scare Bucket
8:11
DIY PropsBeginner

How to Make a Trick or Treat Scare Bucket

StiltbeastStudios walks through the creation of a Halloween trick-or-treat scare bucket that doubles as a noisemaker prop. The build is designed to startle and surprise unsuspecting trick-or-treaters or haunt guests. At roughly eight minutes, the tutorial is concise and accessible for Halloween enthusiasts of most skill levels.

StiltbeastStudios· 8,896 views
foam horns final
12:53
DIY PropsBeginner

foam horns final

Allen Hopps of StiltbeastStudios walks through a straightforward method for sculpting foam horns from common couch or upholstery foam, suitable for props or masks. The condensed tutorial was trimmed from a much longer Facebook Live session, distilling the core technique into about 13 minutes. The approach is designed to be flexible, encouraging viewers to adapt and embellish the process to achieve custom horn shapes for their own builds.

StiltbeastStudios· 8,713 views
Making Prop Radio equipment
21:16
DIY PropsIntermediate

Making Prop Radio equipment

StiltbeastStudios walks through the creation of fake radio equipment props designed to fill out and authenticate a haunted attraction scene. The build concept is deliberately versatile, with the same approach transferable to lab equipment, control rooms, or other technical environments. The tutorial focuses on achieving a convincing, scene-appropriate look without the need for real functional gear.

StiltbeastStudios· 8,633 views
bupo
13:28
DIY PropsIntermediate

bupo

StiltbeastStudios creator Allen Hopps walks through the creation of 'Bupo,' an owl-inspired creature mask or prop for haunted attraction use. The build incorporates specialty paints and wax finishes from Sculpt Nouveu to achieve a detailed, professional-quality monster look. The video offers a behind-the-scenes look at how creature pieces are fabricated and finished for scare entertainment environments.

StiltbeastStudios· 8,568 views
scary wreath
18:17
DIY PropsBeginnerUnder $20

scary wreath

StiltbeastStudios walks through a quick and budget-friendly Halloween-themed wreath build inspired by the aesthetic of Nightmare Before Christmas. The project is designed to be approachable for crafters of any skill level, coming together in roughly 20 minutes for around $15. It's a great crossover piece that blends Halloween and Christmas holiday decor into a single spooky statement piece.

StiltbeastStudios· 8,465 views
Prop Bear Trap less than $2.00
20:37
DIY PropsBeginnerUnder $2

Prop Bear Trap less than $2.00

Allen Hopps of StiltbeastStudios demonstrates how to build a realistic-looking bear trap prop from EVA foam floor mats for under two dollars and in about an hour. The build is extremely accessible for beginners, requiring minimal tools and just two inexpensive materials. The finished props are lightweight and versatile, working well as wall-mounted set dressing across a variety of haunt themes.

StiltbeastStudios· 8,257 views
Midwest Haunters Convention 2023
7:21
Professional Haunted Attractions

Midwest Haunters Convention 2023

This video from Stiltbeast Studios covers the Midwest Haunters Convention 2023, offering a look at one of the haunt industry's major annual gatherings. The footage likely showcases props, masks, and the broader haunted attraction community coming together. Stiltbeast Studios, known for high-end creature and prop fabrication, brings their perspective to the convention floor.

StiltbeastStudios· 8,240 views
YT Short Clicker
0:56
Makeup Tutorials

YT Short Clicker

StiltbeastStudios presents a short-form showcase of a Last of Us Clicker-inspired creature mask or makeup creation. The clip highlights the studio's creature-building craftsmanship in a punchy, one-minute format designed to grab attention. As a YouTube Short, it serves as a teaser for the studio's broader prop-making and character-design content available through their Patreon.

StiltbeastStudios· 8,164 views
tech overview
17:55
Professional Haunted Attractions

tech overview

A behind-the-scenes walkthrough of the tech room powering Dark Hour Haunted House, led by a crew member named Jake. The tour covers a wide range of products and systems used to run a professional haunted attraction. It serves as a broad reference for haunters looking to understand how large-scale haunt technology is organized and integrated.

StiltbeastStudios· 7,947 views
String theory exercise.wmv
7:58
Scare Acting

String theory exercise.wmv

This video from StiltbeastStudios presents a practical acting exercise designed to help haunted house performers connect with and embody their characters. Allen Hopps guides actors through a technique aimed at deepening their on-floor performance. The exercise is intended to be used as a warm-up or rehearsal tool within a haunt cast setting.

StiltbeastStudios· 7,831 views
paint a silicone mask!
0:52
Makeup Tutorials

paint a silicone mask!

Stiltbeast Studios offers a quick look at the process of painting a silicone mask in this short-form video. The clip highlights the craft behind bringing monster characters to life for haunted attractions and Halloween applications. It serves as a teaser for the studio's broader mask-making and prop-building content available through their Patreon.

StiltbeastStudios· 7,829 views
kappa
12:55
DIY PropsIntermediate

kappa

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios walks through the creation of a Kappa — a Japanese yokai — as a display piece for his monster museum. The build centers on a custom 'monster juice' recipe (Elmer's glue, exterior latex paint, and joint compound) applied over beef netting to build up realistic creature texture. The techniques demonstrated are broadly transferable to a wide range of monster prop and display projects.

StiltbeastStudios· 7,357 views
How To Decorate Monster Turkeys the Allen Hopps Way
14:41
DIY PropsBeginner

How To Decorate Monster Turkeys the Allen Hopps Way

Allen Hopps of StiltbeastStudios walks viewers through his personal approach to transforming ordinary turkey figures into monstrous Halloween-themed props. The tutorial focuses on decoration and detailing techniques that give seasonal items a frightening, haunted-attraction aesthetic. It's a fun creative exercise that blends holiday themes with classic monster styling.

StiltbeastStudios· 7,347 views
Realistic Skin Prop Crafting Gruesome Movie Magic! #halloween #hauntedhouse #crafts
0:15
DIY Props

Realistic Skin Prop Crafting Gruesome Movie Magic! #halloween #hauntedhouse #crafts

StiltbeastStudios demonstrates the craft of building realistic skin props designed for haunted attractions and Halloween displays. The video focuses on achieving gruesome, movie-quality results that elevate the visual impact of haunted environments. It reflects the studio's professional-level approach to creature and prop fabrication.

StiltbeastStudios· 6,807 views
Part 4 DIY Graveyard Bust Sculpting Bust Secrets 10 Minute Foam Magic Revealed! #sculpture
0:58
DIY PropsIntermediate

Part 4 DIY Graveyard Bust Sculpting Bust Secrets 10 Minute Foam Magic Revealed! #sculpture

Part 4 of StiltbeastStudios' ongoing graveyard bust series, this short-form video focuses on foam sculpting techniques for creating a cemetery bust prop. The creator shares fast, effective sculpting methods aimed at helping haunters and prop makers shape professional-looking results. At just one minute, it functions as a quick-tips teaser, likely supported by longer content on the creator's Patreon.

StiltbeastStudios· 6,533 views
Make a prop Machete plastic looks good on film
10:50
DIY PropsIntermediate

Make a prop Machete plastic looks good on film

StiltbeastStudios' Allen Hopps walks through the creation of a plastic machete prop that holds up convincingly on camera, ideal for haunted attractions and film work. The build draws inspiration from iconic slasher characters like Jason Voorhees, delivering the look without the danger of a real blade. The focus is on achieving a screen-ready appearance using safer, lightweight materials suitable for performer use.

StiltbeastStudios· 6,495 views
Amazing rocks
8:08
Set Design

Amazing rocks

StiltbeastStudios takes viewers inside Universal Rocks, a professional facility specializing in fabricating realistic artificial rock work and themed environmental elements for haunted attractions and similar venues. The video highlights the scale and quality of what professional fabricators can produce for immersive set design. It serves as both an inspiring facility showcase and a resource pointer for haunt builders looking to elevate their environments beyond DIY capabilities.

StiltbeastStudios· 6,262 views
Dark Hour Video Shoot Behind the Scenes
12:29
Professional Haunted Attractions

Dark Hour Video Shoot Behind the Scenes

Stiltbeast Studios takes viewers behind the scenes of a professional video shoot at Dark Hour Haunted House, revealing the monster-making craft that brings the attraction to life. The video offers an insider look at the characters, costumes, and props that populate one of the haunted attraction industry's notable venues. It serves as both a showcase of Stiltbeast Studios' fabrication work and a compelling promotional piece for the haunt itself.

StiltbeastStudios· 6,240 views