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

373 videos

SPOOKY KITCHEN! VALLOWEEN SPECIAL!!
35:22
OtherBeginner

SPOOKY KITCHEN! VALLOWEEN SPECIAL!!

A festive lifestyle baking video in which the creator decorates spooky-themed sugar cookies for 'Valloween' — a Halloween-Valentine's Day mashup celebration. She walks through a gluten-free sugar cookie recipe with cherry-almond additions and a royal icing recipe with almond extract, applying detailed decoration using gel food coloring and a scribe tool. The video has a casual, personality-driven format rather than a step-by-step tutorial structure.

Jade The Libra· 40,486 views
SPOOKY DECOR HUNTING!! Spring-o-ween Decor At Michael's!!
21:53
Halloween Decorating

SPOOKY DECOR HUNTING!! Spring-o-ween Decor At Michael's!!

Jade The Libra takes viewers on a casual shop-along trip to Michaels to explore a new gothic decor line arriving for the spring season. The video has a relaxed, community-focused vibe aimed at fans who embrace Halloween aesthetics year-round. It serves as an informal haul and walkthrough of what the store currently has to offer for spooky decor lovers.

Jade The Libra· 39,541 views
Grunge Series | Quick Red Smokey Eye
6:39
Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

Grunge Series | Quick Red Smokey Eye

This tutorial walks through a quick, wearable red smokey eye rooted in a grunge and 90s aesthetic, using shades from the Kat Von D Shade & Light Eye Palette. The creator layers warm, deep tones to build intensity while keeping the technique approachable enough for everyday wear. A full-face base is also covered, rounding out the complete dark, moody look. For Halloween purposes, this serves as a strong foundation for vampire, witch, or gothic character makeup.

Jade The Libra· 38,945 views
Jewelry & Clothing Try-On Haul | KILLSTAR, ETAH LOVE, MOTEL
23:37
Other

Jewelry & Clothing Try-On Haul | KILLSTAR, ETAH LOVE, MOTEL

This is a fashion and jewelry try-on haul featuring alternative and gothic clothing from Killstar and Motel Rocks alongside jewelry from Etah Love. The creator models and reviews each piece, offering personal sizing guidance and fabric details to help viewers make informed purchases. While the aesthetic leans heavily gothic and witchy, this video has no Halloween production, prop, or haunt content.

Jade The Libra· 38,694 views
DIY Halloween Cemetery: New Orleans-style Crypt Build
27:34
DIY PropsIntermediate

DIY Halloween Cemetery: New Orleans-style Crypt Build

VanOaksProps walks through a full large-scale crypt build inspired by the iconic above-ground tombs of New Orleans cemeteries. The project covers design through final weathered finish using accessible materials centered on XPS insulation foam. Techniques include routing decorative details, foam carving, spackling for texture, and paint weathering to achieve an authentic aged-stone look. The finished prop is designed to be lightweight and durable enough for repeated seasonal outdoor use.

VanOaksProps· 38,587 views
SPOOKY DECOR HUNTING IN SPRING 2025!!
29:05
Halloween Decorating

SPOOKY DECOR HUNTING IN SPRING 2025!!

Jade The Libra hits the shops in spring 2025 on a mission to scout newly arrived gothic and spooky home décor. The video follows a casual, vlog-style road trip format accompanied by her skeleton companion, making it feel like a fun outing with a fellow Halloween enthusiast. Viewers get a first look at what gothic décor is hitting shelves ahead of the season.

Jade The Libra· 38,228 views
Making a Haunted Mansion Tombstone
10:12
DIY PropsIntermediate

Making a Haunted Mansion Tombstone

VanOaksProps walks viewers through building a foam replica of the iconic Master Gracey tombstone from Disneyland and Disney World's Haunted Mansion attraction. The build covers shaping and carving foam, creating a custom stencil with a vinyl cutter for the epitaph lettering, and finishing with a convincing faux-granite paint effect using airbrush and sea sponge techniques. The result is a screen-accurate-style prop suitable for yard haunts or indoor displays. Sponsored foam paints from Plaid are featured throughout the finishing stages.

VanOaksProps· 37,629 views
LEG AVENUE HALLOWEEN TRY ON HAUL!!!!
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Costume Tutorials

LEG AVENUE HALLOWEEN TRY ON HAUL!!!!

A sponsored try-on haul showcasing a range of Halloween-themed clothing and accessories from Leg Avenue, including dresses, hoodies, and fishnet tights. The creator models multiple pieces suited for both casual seasonal wear and full Halloween costumes. Styles range from cute and playful — such as a jack-o-lantern dress and ghost hoodie — to darker gothic and vinyl looks. Plus-size options are highlighted for several items.

Jade The Libra· 37,614 views
Spooky DIY: Floating Candelabra Halloween Prop Tutorial
10:12
DIY PropsIntermediate$30–$80

Spooky DIY: Floating Candelabra Halloween Prop Tutorial

VanOaksProps walks through the complete build of a motorized floating candelabra Halloween prop using a wiper motor, PVC, aluminum tubing, and a thrifted candelabra. The motor drive creates a convincing hovering illusion, while a PWM speed controller lets builders fine-tune the motion. LED flicker bulbs finish the effect with realistic candlelight. The project is well-suited for cemetery scenes, home haunts, or professional displays.

VanOaksProps· 37,363 views
SPOOKY DECOR HUNTING IN MAY!!! Cruisin to Joann's!!!
21:49
Halloween Decorating

SPOOKY DECOR HUNTING IN MAY!!! Cruisin to Joann's!!!

Jade visits a Joann's craft store in May to scout out early Halloween and spooky-adjacent décor, focusing on a newly arrived mystical, zodiac, and constellation-themed collection that also incorporates disco balls. The video has a casual, road-trip vibe as she walks viewers through the unexpected finds hitting shelves well before the traditional Halloween season. It appeals to year-round spooky lifestyle enthusiasts who don't want to wait until fall to refresh their dark or alternative décor.

Jade The Libra· 37,186 views
KILLSTAR HAUL + TRY-ON!!!!
15:05
Other

KILLSTAR HAUL + TRY-ON!!!!

A try-on haul featuring gifted pieces from gothic fashion brand Killstar, including tops, a dress, a batwing blouse, jewelry, sunglasses, and liquid lipsticks from Coven Cosmetix. The creator walks through each item with on-camera try-ons and shares her personal opinions. While the content carries a spooky aesthetic, it is a fashion haul rather than a Halloween prop, DIY, or haunt-focused video.

Jade The Libra· 36,973 views
HALFWAY TO HALLOWEEN: DECORATE WITH ME!!!!
16:04
Halloween Decorating

HALFWAY TO HALLOWEEN: DECORATE WITH ME!!!!

Jade The Libra celebrates the April 'Halfway to Halloween' milestone with her annual mantle decorating session, showcasing a gothic-themed display for the occasion. The video offers a cozy, aesthetic-focused walkthrough of how she styles her mantle with dark and spooky decor pieces. She references a companion DIY Gothic Wreath video as part of the overall look, rounding out the styled vignette.

Jade The Libra· 36,273 views
HUGE FALL HAUL!! Jewelry, Home Decor, Fashion, etc...
29:11
Other

HUGE FALL HAUL!! Jewelry, Home Decor, Fashion, etc...

A gothic and alternative fashion creator shares a large autumn haul spanning jewelry, clothing, footwear, home accessories, and cosmetics from multiple brands. The video includes try-on segments and styling observations across a range of witchy and spooky-aesthetic pieces. Viewers also receive discount codes and affiliate links for several of the featured brands.

Jade The Libra· 35,372 views
Crows and Bats
24:23
DIY PropsBeginner$5–$20

Crows and Bats

StiltbeastStudios walks through a straightforward, low-cost method for fabricating decorative crow and bat props suitable for haunted houses or yard haunts. A downloadable bird silhouette pattern is used as a template, and a foam underlayment material serves as the primary build medium. The result is a lightweight, easily reproducible prop that can be massed for dramatic effect without breaking the budget.

StiltbeastStudios· 35,363 views
Fashion Haul | Killstar & Boohoo
10:33
Other

Fashion Haul | Killstar & Boohoo

A fashion haul video showcasing alternative and gothic clothing from Killstar and Boohoo, covering a wide range of items including dresses, leggings, tops, and accessories. The creator tries on and reviews each piece, offering personal sizing notes to help viewers make informed purchasing decisions. The haul leans heavily into witchy and goth aesthetics, featuring items like tarot card leggings, pentagram dresses, and platform shoes.

Jade The Libra· 35,247 views
Black Lipstick / Chatty Makeup Tutorial!
14:53
Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

Black Lipstick / Chatty Makeup Tutorial!

A chatty get-ready-with-me tutorial delivering a full-face gothic makeup look built around a dramatic black liquid lipstick. The creator walks through every step — from priming and color-corrected base to sculpted contour, bold eye, and intense lash — while keeping the mood conversational and upbeat. Products span drugstore and prestige brands, making the look adaptable to different budgets. The overall aesthetic lands in pastel-goth or dark-glam territory, well-suited for Halloween, alternative events, or dark prom styling.

Jade The Libra· 35,212 views
The Addams Family #shorts
0:08
Costume Tutorials

The Addams Family #shorts

A short-form clip captured at Monster Con 2022 in San Antonio showcasing a group cosplay of the iconic Addams Family. The video highlights attendees dressed as beloved characters from the classic franchise. It serves as a fun, celebratory snapshot of Halloween cosplay culture at a fan convention.

SpookYouLaterz· 34,968 views
Halloween Costume Try-On!!
15:30
Costume Tutorials

Halloween Costume Try-On!!

In this Spirit Halloween-sponsored haul, creator Jade The Libra tries on a range of ready-to-wear Halloween costumes and accessories from the retailer's 2021 lineup. Featured looks include Beetlejuice, Wednesday Addams, Morticia Addams, a twisted clown, and an eternal witch, along with gothic jewelry, a celestial cape, and special-effects makeup supplies. The video has a fun, personality-driven format aimed at helping viewers pick their Halloween look. Several pieces are noted as versatile enough for everyday wear beyond the holiday.

Jade The Libra· 34,668 views
Building a Halloween Coffin - PART 1
8:13
DIY PropsIntermediate

Building a Halloween Coffin - PART 1

VanOaksProps begins a multi-part series constructing a Halloween coffin modeled after the iconic prop from the 1922 film Nosferatu, built as part of a Hollywood Graveyard production. The build focuses on plywood framing combined with EPS foam detail work to achieve a period-accurate silhouette. A key design goal is a flat-pack, knock-down construction that allows the finished prop to be disassembled for compact storage. Part 1 covers the foundational build steps, materials selection, and initial shaping.

VanOaksProps· 34,001 views
REDECORATING MY LIVING ROOM PART 1!!!
21:27
Halloween Decorating

REDECORATING MY LIVING ROOM PART 1!!!

Jade The Libra walks viewers through the first phase of transforming her living room into a dark, spooky-aesthetic space she can enjoy year-round. The redesign centers on a deep dark-toned modular sofa set (sponsored by Allform) paired with gothic accent pieces including skull pillows, a statement mirror, and a drip-style table. The video blends furniture reveal with decor styling inspiration for fans of a permanent Halloween look in the home.

Jade The Libra· 33,558 views
Fall/Autumn Shoe Collection
2:51
Other

Fall/Autumn Shoe Collection

A fashion lookbook showcasing a personal collection of fall and autumn footwear, featuring brands such as Doc Martens, T.U.K., and Saint Laurent. The creator highlights a variety of boot and shoe styles suited to an edgy, witchy autumn aesthetic, including platform creepers, combat boots, and iridescent styles. While not Halloween-specific, several of the featured pieces — particularly the platform creepers and witchy-style boots — translate well into Halloween costume footwear choices.

Jade The Libra· 33,279 views
Silence Of The Lambs Moth - DIY Death's Head Hawk Moth Tutorial
28:29
DIY PropsIntermediate

Silence Of The Lambs Moth - DIY Death's Head Hawk Moth Tutorial

This tutorial walks through building a replica of the iconic Death's Head Hawk Moth from Silence of the Lambs using traditional latex mask-making techniques. The creator sculpts the moth in clay, creates a plaster mold, and then casts the final piece in liquid latex. Techniques were drawn from hands-on workshop experience, making this a practical demonstration of accessible prop fabrication. The finished piece functions as a striking horror specimen or display prop.

Monster Tutorials· 33,125 views
Simple DIY Halloween Raven Animatronic
8:23
DIY AnimatronicsIntermediate$30–$80

Simple DIY Halloween Raven Animatronic

VanOaksProps walks viewers through building a low-tech animated raven prop inspired by a design from Bart Bussey of Morbid Manor. The build combines a store-bought crow decoration with 3D-printed mechanical parts and a slow-RPM motor to create a lifelike flapping or bobbing movement. EVA foam, Velcro, and additional feathers help polish the final look. The project is designed to deliver high visual impact without requiring complex electronics or programming.

VanOaksProps· 32,902 views
The ULTIMATE Halloween PVC Candle DIY
8:24
DIY PropsBeginner$20–$50 depending on quantity and materials on hand

The ULTIMATE Halloween PVC Candle DIY

VanOaks Props revisits the classic PVC Halloween candle build with upgraded materials, streamlined techniques, and easier electronics for a better end result. The project uses Schedule 30 PVC pipe as the candle body, white hot glue to mimic dripping wax, and flicker LEDs wired through Wago connectors for a realistic flame effect. A wax paint finish and foam base complete the look. This updated approach prioritizes speed and accessibility without sacrificing visual impact.

VanOaksProps· 31,752 views
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