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Creature Fabrication

Videos built around the creature fabrication theme — pulled together so you can study how others bring this atmosphere to life.

9 videos

molding the brain part 3.wmv
9:36
DIY PropsIntermediate

molding the brain part 3.wmv

This is the third installment in Stiltbeast Studios' brain prop series, focusing on the process of mixing plaster and constructing a one-piece mold. The video is split into two parts due to runtime length, continuing the build from previous episodes. Viewers get an in-depth look at mold-making technique as applied to a detailed organic prop form.

StiltbeastStudios· 11,759 views
Rous final.wmv
23:00
DIY PropsAdvanced

Rous final.wmv

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios walks through the full fabrication process for a human-sized R.O.U.S. — the iconic Rodent of Unusual Size from The Princess Bride — as a haunted house prop. The build showcases a range of creature-making techniques with running commentary explaining the reasoning behind each step. This is a detailed, educational look at professional-level creature prop construction from concept to completion.

StiltbeastStudios· 11,713 views
Beholder Pumpkin Carving Project - #pumpkincarving #halloweendecor #halloweencraft #spookyseason
0:17
DIY PropsIntermediate

Beholder Pumpkin Carving Project - #pumpkincarving #halloweendecor #halloweencraft #spookyseason

SKS Props walks through the full fabrication process for a Beholder-themed foam pumpkin, blending D&D creature design with Halloween prop-making. The build combines hot-knife foam carving, EVA foam and foam clay sculpting, and multi-layer painting with acrylics and airbrush paints. A standout detail is the handmade monster eyes constructed from Christmas bulbs wrapped in foam clay. A complete step-by-step tutorial is planned for the channel.

SKS Props· 10,949 views
big dog
9:43
DIY PropsIntermediate

big dog

StiltbeastStudios takes on the Cu Sith — a giant hound from Celtic mythology — crafting an oversized dog head prop destined for a personal monster museum. The build showcases a variety of fabrication techniques suited to large-scale creature props. This is a fun, skills-rich project that blends folklore inspiration with hands-on haunted attraction craftsmanship.

StiltbeastStudios· 10,279 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
Do You REALLY want to work at Distortions Unlimited??
1:32
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Do You REALLY want to work at Distortions Unlimited??

A tongue-in-cheek behind-the-scenes peek at Distortions Unlimited, one of the haunted attraction industry's most iconic prop and mask studios. Academy Award-winning sculptor Bob Short makes a playful cameo contributing to the studio's Monster of the Month series — apparently of his own free will. The short clip uses dry humor to give viewers a taste of what working at the legendary Colorado-based creature shop might actually look like.

DistortionsUnlimited· 3,815 views
Pouring A Difficult Mold
11:46
DIY PropsAdvanced

Pouring A Difficult Mold

Stiltbeast Studios' Allen Hopps walks through the process of pouring a challenging mold, sharing professional techniques for tackling complex geometry or tricky undercuts that can cause problems during casting. The video draws on his extensive haunted attraction prop-building experience to help viewers avoid common pitfalls. It's a focused, practical demonstration aimed at taking mold-making skills to the next level.

StiltbeastStudios· 2,354 views
Khajiit test youtube
0:30
DIY Props

Khajiit test youtube

StiltbeastStudios showcases a short movement test of a commissioned Khajiit character mask, demonstrating how the piece performs and animates when worn. The clip serves as a teaser for a full build series available in a linked playlist. It highlights the quality and expressiveness achievable through custom creature mask fabrication.

StiltbeastStudios· 1,391 views
Shop Hang Out We Mold A Half Mask
1:22:55
DIY PropsIntermediate

Shop Hang Out We Mold A Half Mask

StiltbeastStudios hosts an extended shop hang-out session centered on molding a half mask from scratch. Allen Hopps walks viewers through the mold-making process in a relaxed, workshop setting typical of the channel's long-form content. The casual format makes technical fabrication concepts accessible while still covering practical hands-on technique.

StiltbeastStudios· 1,097 views