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Creepy Crawlies

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

49 videos

Making a Giant Spider! 🕷 DIY Halloween Props

DIY PropsBeginner$30–$70

Making a Giant Spider! 🕷 DIY Halloween Props

Wicked Makers' Jay and Jaimie build 'Gertie,' a giant Halloween spider prop using chicken wire as a structural armature, pipe insulation for the legs, and expanding spray foam for the body texture. The build is designed to be approachable for beginners, relying on materials readily available at hardware stores. Painting and decorative detailing bring the oversized arachnid to life as a dramatic yard haunt centerpiece. The creators note that the chicken-wire-plus-foam technique is highly adaptable for many other DIY Halloween props.

Wicked Makers· 2,446,616 views

3 Easy Halloween Projects (you can make at home!)

DIY PropsBeginner$20–$80 per project depending on materials on hand

3 Easy Halloween Projects (you can make at home!)

Wicked Makers hosts Jaimie and Jay walk through three beginner-friendly Halloween prop builds designed to be completed in a weekend at home. The trio covers a giant DIY spider built with paper mache and wire, a pumpkin-headed PVC-framed scarecrow dressed in thrifted clothes, and a ghostly skeleton wrapped in stiffened cheesecloth. Each project is low-cost and highly customizable, with the scarecrow compatible with animatronic jack-o-lantern heads for an extra scare factor.

Wicked Makers· 964,083 views

Make a spider for Halloween from pool noodles $60

DIY PropsBeginner~$60

Make a spider for Halloween from pool noodles $60

Stiltbeast Studios walks through building an impressive giant spider prop using 13 foam pool noodles for around $60 in materials. The build is approachable for beginners and delivers a large, impactful Halloween prop on a tight budget. At just under an hour, the tutorial covers the full construction process from start to finish.

StiltbeastStudios· 404,441 views

The Secret to PERFECT Halloween Spiderwebs...

DIY PropsBeginner$10–$30

The Secret to PERFECT Halloween Spiderwebs...

Wicked Makers hosts Jay and Jaimie reveal beef netting — a food-industry material — as the go-to secret for creating large, realistic-looking Halloween spiderwebs that far outperform store-bought cotton webbing. The technique is beginner-friendly, requiring only basic tools like scissors, hooks, and landscape staples. Because the material is durable, the finished webs can be stored and reused across multiple Halloween seasons. Creators note that beef netting tends to sell out well before October, so early ordering is advised.

Wicked Makers· 371,083 views

We made SPIDER EGGS out of Trash for Halloween!

DIY PropsBeginner$5–$15

We made SPIDER EGGS out of Trash for Halloween!

Wicked Makers hosts Jay and Jaimie demonstrate how to upcycle plastic milk jugs and water bottles into convincingly creepy spider egg sacs for Halloween. By combining recycled containers with clear Christmas ornaments, hot glue, spray paint, and acrylic washes, they create lumpy, organic-looking props at very low cost. The build is family-friendly and completable in a single afternoon, making it an accessible project for decorators of any skill level. Optional string lights can be added inside for an eerie glowing effect.

Wicked Makers· 170,268 views

Halloween Attack Spider, Jumping Spider Prop, Scary Spider

Halloween Attack Spider, Jumping Spider Prop, Scary Spider

FrightProps showcases their Attack Spider animatronic prop, a motion-triggered creature that lurks in place until a victim approaches, then lunges forward and upward for a startling jump scare. The prop features blinking eyes powered by AA batteries and an optional water spray effect for added shock value. This product spotlight highlights the prop's scare potential for haunts, home displays, and Halloween setups.

FrightProps· 130,620 views

Making moving bugs

DIY PropsBeginnerUnder $10

Making moving bugs

StiltbeastStudios demonstrates a clever, low-cost technique for making bug props appear to move using rare earth magnets. The method requires minimal materials and no complex mechanics, making it accessible to builders of all skill levels. The effect works across a wide range of scene types — haunted labs, creepy kitchens, or even a spooky kids' room. Because the movement is driven purely by magnetism, there are no motors or wiring involved.

StiltbeastStudios· 37,128 views

Creepy Crawlies at Fright Fest! #shorts

Theme Park Halloween Events

Creepy Crawlies at Fright Fest! #shorts

A short-form clip capturing the Evil Dead Rise-themed scare experience at Six Flags Fiesta Texas Fright Fest, featuring costumed Deadite performers interacting with park guests. The video showcases the themed scare zone entertainment tied to the Evil Dead Rise property. It offers a quick, energetic glimpse into the live scare-actor atmosphere that defines Fright Fest events.

SpookYouLaterz· 36,216 views

How to Make a Spider Pumpkin Halloween DIY Crafts - Craft Foam Pumpkin Carving / Painting Tutorial

DIY PropsIntermediate

How to Make a Spider Pumpkin Halloween DIY Crafts - Craft Foam Pumpkin Carving / Painting Tutorial

SKS Props walks through the full build process for a spider-themed Halloween pumpkin prop using a craft foam pumpkin as the base. The tutorial covers constructing wire legs, adding sculpted details with HD EVA foam and foam clay, and texturing the piece with twine fur and Liquitex acrylic weathering. A standout finishing touch is the use of glass half domes to create convincingly reflective spider eyes. The finished prop suits both personal home décor and community haunt displays.

SKS Props· 15,659 views

Creepy Caterpillars - Easy DIY Grubs and Maggots

DIY PropsBeginner

Creepy Caterpillars - Easy DIY Grubs and Maggots

Monster Tutorials walks viewers through crafting creepy, worm-like creature props that can pass as caterpillars, grubs, or maggots depending on finish and styling choices. The builds are designed to slot into specimen jar displays or curiosity collections, lending an unsettling naturalist aesthetic to any haunt or Halloween display. Optional wing additions allow the same base form to become a moth or butterfly, giving the technique strong versatility for a single 22-minute tutorial.

Monster Tutorials· 12,973 views

Roaming Spider (With Remote Control) | R.I.P. Reviews

Roaming Spider (With Remote Control) | R.I.P. Reviews

This short review from the Haunt-Tober 2018 series takes a look at a remote-controlled roaming spider prop sold by Spirit Halloween. The creator showcases the animatronic's features and movement as part of their ongoing R.I.P. Reviews playlist. At just three minutes, it delivers a quick but focused look at what the prop offers for seasonal decorators and haunters.

Haunt Former· 11,614 views

How to Make a Spider COCOON Prop

DIY PropsBeginnerlow / budget-friendly

How to Make a Spider COCOON Prop

This short tutorial from Haunt Former walks viewers through building a spider web cocoon Halloween prop on a tight budget. The build is designed to be accessible and inexpensive, making it a great entry point for haunters looking to add creepy spider-themed elements to their display. At just three minutes, the video delivers a fast, focused guide with minimal materials required.

Haunt Former· 10,853 views

Distortions Unlimited Jack Widow FIRST PAINT TEST in Jan. 2022 Behind the Scenes

Distortions Unlimited Jack Widow FIRST PAINT TEST in Jan. 2022 Behind the Scenes

Distortions Unlimited offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at the early paint-testing process for their 2022 Jack Widow Giant Halloween Spider prop. Artists Ed and Tom each painted one side of the prototype using different color schemes, allowing a direct side-by-side comparison before Marsha weighed in with creative direction. The footage documents how the team iterated through multiple paint designs before arriving at the final production look. Jack Widow went on to become one of the company's most popular props of the 2022 season.

DistortionsUnlimited· 9,955 views

Alien Spider Halloween Prop Unboxing by Distortions Unlimited

Alien Spider Halloween Prop Unboxing by Distortions Unlimited

Distortions Unlimited unboxes their Alien Spider, a large sci-fi-themed Halloween prop designed for yard haunts, porches, and haunted attractions. The creature features a brain-like thorax, a menacing multi-jawed face, and long bendable legs for custom posing, plus a single red LED that adds an eerie glow. Built from latex and foam over a metal armature, it's presented as a durable, hand-crafted display piece.

DistortionsUnlimited· 9,898 views

Jumping Attack Spider Haunted House Prop

Jumping Attack Spider Haunted House Prop

FrightProps showcases their Jumping Attack Spider, a haunted house prop designed to startle guests by lurching forward and upward when triggered. The spider sits idle until a victim enters its strike zone, then launches into a sudden lunge for maximum scare impact. Covered in realistic hair detailing, it combines visual realism with aggressive motion to create an effective fright.

FrightProps· 8,540 views

FrightProps Drop Spider

FrightProps Drop Spider

FrightProps showcases their pneumatic drop spider prop, which uses an air cylinder to rapidly raise and lower a spider directly above guests' heads. The sudden lunging motion is designed to trigger arachnophobia-fueled scares in haunted house environments. This is a ready-made commercial prop aimed at professional and home haunters looking for a reliable air-powered scare device.

FrightProps· 6,451 views

Roaming Spider | Spirit Sneak Peeks 2018

Roaming Spider | Spirit Sneak Peeks 2018

This short video offers an early look at Spirit Halloween's 2018 Roaming Spider animatronic, a large remote-controlled spider prop. The creator previews the product as part of a Spirit Sneak Peeks 2018 series, giving Halloween enthusiasts a first glimpse before the retail season. The clip highlights the prop's roaming, RC-driven movement as a standout feature for home haunters and decorators.

Haunt Former· 5,605 views

Pumpkin Pulp - Creepin' Up The Walls Halloween Prop

Pumpkin Pulp - Creepin' Up The Walls Halloween Prop

FrightProps showcases their Pumpkin Pulp 'Creepin Up The Walls' line, a series of wall-mounted Halloween props available in multiple character variations including zombie eye, pumpkin barf, clown tongue, and zombie tongue. These props appear designed to give the illusion of creatures emerging from or crawling along walls, making them suitable for haunted houses and home haunts alike. The video highlights the variety of themed options available in this product line.

FrightProps· 5,304 views

Jumping Spider is BACK...and RED #SpiritSneakPeeks2020

Jumping Spider is BACK...and RED #SpiritSneakPeeks2020

This short video offers an early look at Spirit Halloween's returning Jumping Spider prop, now featuring a bold red redesign for 2020. Part of the #SpiritSneakPeeks2020 series, it highlights the updated look of a fan-favorite animatronic that has been a staple of the retailer's seasonal lineup. The video is presented by Haunt Former, a Halloween-focused review and prop channel.

Haunt Former· 4,523 views

Spirit Halloween 2015 | Brown Jumping Spider | DEMO

Spirit Halloween 2015 | Brown Jumping Spider | DEMO

This short demo video showcases a brown jumping spider animatronic prop from Spirit Halloween's 2015 seasonal lineup. The clip likely captures the prop in action, displaying its movement or scare mechanism. It serves as a quick reference for shoppers or collectors evaluating the prop's performance before purchasing.

Spooky Guy444· 4,323 views

Scare-Achnid Giant Animated Scary Spider

Scare-Achnid Giant Animated Scary Spider

The Scare-Achnid is a large animated spider prop from FrightProps featuring up to six moving silicone legs with internal mechanics hidden from every viewing angle. It offers flexible installation options, including ceiling hanging or surface mounting via an included bracket on both horizontal and vertical surfaces. The realistic movement and versatile mounting make it a strong candidate for haunted house environments or elaborate home haunts.

FrightProps· 3,907 views

DIRTY RAT Halloween Animatronic by Distortions Unlimited

DIRTY RAT Halloween Animatronic by Distortions Unlimited

This short showcase from Distortions Unlimited features Dirty Rat, an oversized animatronic rodent depicted prowling a trash heap. The diseased, menacing rat is presented as a scenic centerpiece rather than a build tutorial. It's pitched for a range of haunt settings, from home haunts to professional dark attractions.

DistortionsUnlimited· 3,844 views

airbrush painting a giant insect bug beetle scary prop

DIY PropsIntermediate

airbrush painting a giant insect bug beetle scary prop

StiltbeastStudios walks through the airbrushing process used to bring a large, scary insect or beetle prop to life with realistic color and detail. The video focuses on painting techniques applied to a finished creature sculpture, demonstrating how paint transforms a raw prop into a convincing haunted-attraction-ready piece. At just five minutes, it offers a focused look at the finishing stage of prop creation.

StiltbeastStudios· 3,756 views

Jumping Spider (Black) | R.I.P. Reviews

Jumping Spider (Black) | R.I.P. Reviews

This short review showcases the Black Jumping Spider, an animated Halloween prop made by Tekky Toys and sold at Spirit Halloween. The prop features glowing red eyes, a rapid pop-up action, and built-in scary sound effects designed to startle unsuspecting victims. The reviewer highlights it as a standout must-have decoration and also notes the existence of a Brown variant in the same product line.

Haunt Former· 3,410 views