Halloween Universe

Video Theme

Gothic

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

373 videos

HALLOWEEN DECOR HAUL: PART 1!!!
28:50
Halloween Decorating

HALLOWEEN DECOR HAUL: PART 1!!!

A casual Halloween decor haul video in which the creator shares a collection of spooky and gothic home décor finds sourced from retailers including Target and Kohl's. Items showcased span a range of categories from decorative pumpkins and rugs to cozy Halloween-themed blankets and pajamas. The video is part one of a multi-part series documenting the creator's seasonal decorating haul. Affiliate links to available products are provided in the description.

Jade The Libra· 85,883 views
DIY ULTRA Realistic Halloween Tombstones!
10:50
DIY PropsIntermediate$20–$60

DIY ULTRA Realistic Halloween Tombstones!

VanOaks Props walks through a complete process for building ultra-realistic foam tombstones that convincingly mimic aged stone. The tutorial covers shaping, carving fine details, texturing with caulk, and a multi-step painting workflow using acrylic washes and a masonry sealer to achieve an authentic weathered-granite look. Techniques like flame treatment and dry brushing add depth and surface realism that elevate these props well beyond typical foam graveyard pieces.

VanOaksProps· 85,031 views
TARGET HALLOWEEN HAUL 2022!!!
20:06
Product Reviews

TARGET HALLOWEEN HAUL 2022!!!

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.

Jade The Libra· 84,613 views
Halloween Decor Haul: Part 2!!!
32:41
Halloween Decorating

Halloween Decor Haul: Part 2!!!

A continuation of a multi-part Halloween decor haul series, this video features the creator sharing a variety of Halloween and goth-style home décor items collected over several months of seasonal shopping. The presenter brings an enthusiastic, personality-driven approach to showcasing her finds. It doubles as light product discovery content for viewers looking for decoration inspiration heading into the Halloween season.

Jade The Libra· 80,823 views
HALLOWEEN DECOR HUNTING IN JULY!! Cracker Barrel, At Home, HomeGoods...
41:12
Halloween Decorating

HALLOWEEN DECOR HUNTING IN JULY!! Cracker Barrel, At Home, HomeGoods...

The creator takes viewers along on a Halloween decor shopping trip in July, visiting Cracker Barrel, At Home, HomeGoods, and potentially other retailers in search of early-season spooky finds. Accompanied by a skeleton companion and a fun, enthusiastic vibe, the video highlights what Halloween merchandise is already hitting store shelves months before October. The video is sponsored by Scentbird, a fragrance subscription service, which is woven into the content alongside the decor hunt.

Jade The Libra· 79,417 views
Spirit Halloween Costume Haul + Try-On
18:43
Costume Tutorials

Spirit Halloween Costume Haul + Try-On

In this sponsored haul video, creator Jade The Libra tries on a range of Spirit Halloween costumes and accessories for the 2020 season, showcasing styles from a Lydia-inspired bridal gown to celestial witch ensembles and a cemetery bride look. Each outfit is worn on camera so viewers can get a realistic sense of fit, style, and overall aesthetic before buying. Several items also have kids' versions available, making the video useful for family costume planning. Affiliate links for every featured piece are provided in the description.

Jade The Libra· 78,694 views
Halloween Clearance Hunting + Haul
37:34
Product Reviews

Halloween Clearance Hunting + Haul

The creator takes viewers along on a post-Halloween clearance shopping trip, then showcases a variety of Halloween-themed items sent to her by small businesses and independent artists. Featured products span handmade soaps, enamel pins, resin keychains, graphic tees, mugs, and themed candles — all from Etsy sellers and indie brands. The video blends a casual shop-with-me format with an unboxing-style segment spotlighting spooky small-business finds. None of the items are sponsored; the creator received gifted pieces as tokens of support from the community.

Jade The Libra· 76,426 views
Make ANYTHING look like metal!
6:25
DIY PropsBeginner$10–$30

Make ANYTHING look like metal!

VanOaksProps demonstrates a quick two-step faux metal technique that transforms everyday materials — cardboard, plastic, wood, or virtually anything else — into convincing metal-looking props. The process relies on shellac and graphite powder, applied and buffed to create a realistic metallic sheen. At just six minutes, the tutorial is concise and immediately actionable for prop builders at any skill level. Credit is given to Vaughan Baker for originating the technique.

VanOaksProps· 73,129 views
DIY Halloween Monument Prop from Foam!
11:01
DIY PropsIntermediate$30–$80

DIY Halloween Monument Prop from Foam!

VanOaksProps demonstrates how to build a cemetery monument prop using a foam dome, a plastic garden urn, and a crow decoy — a creative alternative to standard foam tombstones. The build incorporates carving, shaping, and a multi-step faux bronze painting technique inspired by a published Instructables project. Drylok is used as a hardening base coat before layering acrylic paints to achieve an aged, patinated bronze look. The finished piece adds impressive height and visual variety to a home graveyard display.

VanOaksProps· 72,153 views
Spirit Halloween Home Decor Haul!!!
17:33
Product Reviews

Spirit Halloween Home Decor Haul!!!

In this sponsored haul, the creator showcases a curated selection of Spirit Halloween home décor items for the 2020 season. The lineup leans heavily into Beetlejuice and Hocus Pocus licensing alongside gothic and celestial aesthetics, covering everything from wall art and tablecloths to tombstones and a mug. The video functions as a casual walkthrough of each item, giving viewers a real-world look at the products before purchasing. Affiliate links for every featured item are provided in the description.

Jade The Libra· 71,817 views
HAUL-O-WEEN!!! Huge Halloween Haul Pt. 3!!
39:34
Halloween Decorating

HAUL-O-WEEN!!! Huge Halloween Haul Pt. 3!!

This is part three of a multi-part Halloween haul series in which the creator showcases Halloween and gothic-themed decor items picked up from TJ Maxx, HomeGoods, and Marshalls. The video has a particular focus on spooky kitchen finds for the 2021 season. It serves as both a shopping inspiration guide and a look at what discount retail chains are stocking for Halloween. The video is sponsored by Shudder, a horror-focused streaming platform.

Jade The Libra· 69,682 views
Decorate For Xmas With Me!!!
20:23
Halloween Decorating

Decorate For Xmas With Me!!!

A home decorating tour in which the creator shares how she achieved a dark, gothic holiday aesthetic using decor she already owned rather than purchasing all-new pieces. The video blends spooky sensibilities with Christmas traditions, appealing to those who want their holiday décor to feel more haunted than cheerful. It has a casual, conversational style and is sponsored by horror-streaming platform Shudder.

Jade The Libra· 69,092 views
DIY ANIMATED COFFIN - Best HALLOWEEN Spooky Prop!!
11:03
DIY AnimatronicsIntermediate

DIY ANIMATED COFFIN - Best HALLOWEEN Spooky Prop!!

This tutorial walks through building a self-opening and self-closing animated coffin prop for Halloween. A slow-rotating electric motor drives the lid mechanism, and a motion sensor is integrated so the prop activates automatically when guests approach. The creator also references a companion foam coffin build tutorial for constructing the base prop itself. The result is an interactive, trigger-based yard scare suitable for greeting trick-or-treaters.

Monster Tutorials· 68,766 views
Witchy Glam | NYE Makeup Tutorial
14:11
Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

Witchy Glam | NYE Makeup Tutorial

A witchy-glam makeup tutorial from YouTuber Jade The Libra, designed as a last-minute New Year's Eve look with strong Halloween and gothic appeal. The full-face routine walks through base, eyes, and a dramatic black lip using a curated selection of alternative and high-pigment products. A standout technique is the 'possessed' liner method used to intensify the eye look. The overall aesthetic — dark, mystical, and editorial — translates naturally to witch or dark fantasy Halloween makeup.

Jade The Libra· 68,464 views
SPIRIT HALLOWEEN HAUL! Home Decor + Costume Try-on
28:33
Product Reviews

SPIRIT HALLOWEEN HAUL! Home Decor + Costume Try-on

A sponsored haul video featuring a mix of Spirit Halloween costumes and gothic-themed home décor items, presented with live try-ons and commentary. The creator showcases multiple costume options she is considering for Halloween, including a ghostly bride, nun, gothic witch, scarecrow, and sea captain. Several decorative pieces with a dark, occult aesthetic — such as a light-up crystal ball, pentagram wreath, and spine candle set — are also highlighted as year-round home décor possibilities.

Jade The Libra· 66,701 views
Creepy Halloween Candles with a Twist!
6:13
DIY PropsBeginnerlow (materials primarily PVC pipe and hot glue)

Creepy Halloween Candles with a Twist!

VanOaksProps puts a fresh spin on the classic DIY Halloween candle build, using PVC pipe instead of the commonly used pool noodle approach. Hot glue is applied to simulate realistic dripping wax, while moving-flame LED candles add a convincing flickering glow. The result is a durable, creepy candelabra-style prop that can elevate any Halloween display. The tutorial is concise and beginner-friendly at under 10 minutes.

VanOaksProps· 66,664 views
The ULTIMATE DIY Halloween Tombstone Marathon!
1:19:27
DIY PropsIntermediate

The ULTIMATE DIY Halloween Tombstone Marathon!

This feature-length compilation from VanOaksProps collects multiple tombstone tutorials into a single marathon session, covering everything from basic foam carving to ultra-realistic aged gravestones. Projects range in complexity, including a replica Haunted Mansion tombstone, a projector-housing tombstone, broken and distressed styles, and techniques for adding memorial portraits and lichen. It's designed both as a complete learning resource and as companionable background viewing while you work on your own props. The chapter-based structure makes it easy to jump to the specific technique you need.

VanOaksProps· 65,004 views
dementor build Halloween
6:11
DIY PropsBeginner

dementor build Halloween

Stiltbeast Studios teams up with Wizarding World and Warner Bros. to present a family-friendly DIY Dementor prop build inspired by Harry Potter. The roughly six-minute tutorial guides viewers through recreating the iconic dark creature as a Halloween decoration for the home. The project was created as part of a broader Harry Potter Halloween initiative centered around the #DarkArtsMonth campaign.

StiltbeastStudios· 63,676 views
Creepy Halloween Crypt from Foam!
10:46
DIY PropsIntermediate$30–$80

Creepy Halloween Crypt from Foam!

VanOaksProps walks viewers through building a foam crypt or mausoleum from scratch using common XPS foam and basic hand tools, making it accessible for home haunters of most skill levels. The build covers cutting and shaping foam to mimic stone and brick architecture, then sealing and painting it with layered acrylic washes to achieve a convincingly aged, mossy, weathered finish. The result is a dramatic cemetery centerpiece that goes well beyond a standard tombstone display.

VanOaksProps· 63,599 views
Halloween Decor Wishlist 2020
23:22
Halloween Decorating

Halloween Decor Wishlist 2020

A Halloween decor wishlist and shopping guide for 2020, hosted by a gothic lifestyle creator who walks viewers through her favorite seasonal finds across major retailers including At Home, Michaels, Joann's, Target, Home Depot, Spirit Halloween, Walmart, and Dollar Tree. The video leans heavily into a witchy, gothic aesthetic with items like crow statues, coffin signs, potion bottles, and vintage-inspired Halloween pieces. Links to most featured products are provided in the description for easy shopping.

Jade The Libra· 62,719 views
Halloween Costume Haul + Try-On
18:40
Costume Tutorials

Halloween Costume Haul + Try-On

A lifestyle creator tries on and showcases a selection of Halloween costumes and accessories sourced from Dollskill (gifted) and Amazon for the 2018 Halloween season. The video covers several distinct character looks — including a witch, evil cheerleader, Poison Ivy, evil nun, and fairy-vampire hybrid — each styled with coordinating accessories. It serves as a visual inspiration guide for viewers still deciding on a costume.

Jade The Libra· 61,482 views
5 Halloween LED projects
36:43
Lighting TutorialsBeginner

5 Halloween LED projects

This compilation video from VanOaksProps brings together five LED-based Halloween lighting projects in a single 37-minute session. Projects range from plug-in jack o'lanterns and a feature haunt lantern to PVC candles, a smoldering log effect, and a DIY medieval torch prop. Each segment links back to its original standalone tutorial, making this a convenient one-stop resource for haunt lighting inspiration. The projects collectively aim to elevate the atmosphere of any home haunt or Halloween display.

VanOaksProps· 61,467 views
HALLOWEEN COSTUME IDEAS ft. Leg Avenue!!!
9:27
Costume Tutorials

HALLOWEEN COSTUME IDEAS ft. Leg Avenue!!!

A sponsored try-on haul featuring multiple Leg Avenue Halloween costumes and accessories, presented by lifestyle creator Jade The Libra as she seeks audience input on which look to wear to an upcoming Halloween party. The video showcases a range of styles from witchy and gothic to Victorian and spooky glam. A discount code and limited-time free shipping offer are highlighted throughout.

Jade The Libra· 61,095 views
Easy DIY Cemetery Graveyard Fence Tutorial
7:11
DIY PropsBeginner

Easy DIY Cemetery Graveyard Fence Tutorial

Monster Tutorials walks viewers through building a customizable cemetery fence using readily available materials in just a few steps. The design is intentionally flexible, allowing haunters to scale the fence to any length needed for their graveyard display. At under 10 minutes, the tutorial is approachable for builders of all skill levels.

Monster Tutorials· 59,844 views