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Prop Construction

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

16 videos

What Is The Best Glue For Foam?!
7:43
DIY PropsBeginner

What Is The Best Glue For Foam?!

VanOaksProps tackles one of the most common prop-making questions by putting four popular adhesives head-to-head in a practical foam bonding test. The contenders — white Gorilla Glue, Great Stuff expanding foam, Liquid Nails project adhesive, and Titebond 3 wood glue — are evaluated to determine which performs best on foam materials. The results aim to give crafters a definitive answer before they commit to an adhesive for their next build.

VanOaksProps· 166,934 views
How to use contact cement short
2:15
DIY PropsBeginner

How to use contact cement short

This short tutorial from Stiltbeast Studios covers the fundamentals of using contact cement, a go-to adhesive for prop makers, mask makers, and cosplayers alike. The video is aimed at newcomers to the craft and provides a quick, accessible introduction to one of the most relied-upon bonding agents in the haunt and cosplay world. Weldwood is referenced as a representative product.

StiltbeastStudios· 131,575 views
Making a two part mold 2
20:40
DIY PropsIntermediate

Making a two part mold 2

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios walks through the process of constructing a two-part mold intended for casting latex masks. The tutorial covers the key steps and considerations involved in splitting a mold correctly to produce clean, wearable results. This is the second installment in what appears to be a multi-part series on mask fabrication.

StiltbeastStudios· 51,154 views
This Is The Best Glue For Foam!
3:55
DIY PropsBeginner

This Is The Best Glue For Foam!

VanOaksProps tackles one of the most frequently asked questions in Halloween prop-making: what adhesive works best for foam? The video compares several community-recommended products before landing on White Gorilla Glue and Great Stuff expanding foam as the top picks for their price point and wide availability. Alongside the product recommendations, the creator shares practical application tricks to get the strongest, cleanest bond possible.

VanOaksProps· 47,197 views
caulk mold part 3
19:47
DIY PropsIntermediate

caulk mold part 3

This is the third installment in Stiltbeast Studios' silicone caulk mold-making series, continuing the step-by-step process of building a prop mold using readily available silicone caulk. As a multi-part series entry, it likely builds directly on techniques and progress established in the previous two episodes. Viewers following along will see the mold construction advance toward a finished, castable form.

StiltbeastStudios· 46,493 views
Contact cement mysteries
17:27
DIY PropsBeginner

Contact cement mysteries

Veteran haunt builder Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios dives into the everyday adhesive he relies on most: contact cement. The video walks through what makes this glue a go-to in a Halloween prop shop, covering its key strengths and demonstrating its bonding power across different applications. It's a practical, no-nonsense look at a material that shows up constantly in foam work, mask making, and costume fabrication.

StiltbeastStudios· 9,152 views
Hot Wire Foam Factory Foam Saw Unboxing and Setup - Using this for the next tutorial!
10:27
Product Reviews

Hot Wire Foam Factory Foam Saw Unboxing and Setup - Using this for the next tutorial!

Monster Tutorials unboxes and sets up the Hot Wire Foam Factory Foam Bow Saw, walking viewers through the initial assembly and configuration of the tool. The video serves as a preview of upcoming Halloween prop builds, specifically a coffin and a funeral hearse. It gives prop makers a first look at the saw's components before it's put to work in future tutorials.

Monster Tutorials· 5,303 views
Carving Spray Foam | Halloween Yard Home Haunt Prop Building DIY #homehaunt #yardhaunt #halloween
0:37
DIY PropsBeginner

Carving Spray Foam | Halloween Yard Home Haunt Prop Building DIY #homehaunt #yardhaunt #halloween

This short-form clip demonstrates a core prop-building technique: filling a wood armature with Great Stuff expanding spray foam and then carving away the excess to shape the piece. It offers a quick, practical look at how haunters can bulk out skeletal structures inexpensively. The process is approachable for beginners and serves as a useful foundational skill for larger Halloween prop builds.

Hauntcast· 3,375 views
ADDING SKIN / SURFACE TO PROP WITH SHRINK WRAP DIY HALLOWEEN HOME HAUNT #homehaunt #yardhaunt
0:53
DIY PropsBeginner$5–$20

ADDING SKIN / SURFACE TO PROP WITH SHRINK WRAP DIY HALLOWEEN HOME HAUNT #homehaunt #yardhaunt

This short tutorial demonstrates a quick and budget-friendly method for adding a skin-like surface texture to Halloween props using shrink wrap, spray glue, and a utility knife. The technique is accessible to beginners and requires only three common supplies. Despite its brevity, the clip delivers a focused, practical tip that can elevate the realism of homemade props.

Hauntcast· 2,763 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
PROP ARMATURE for GOURDIE HALLOWEEN YARD HAUNT PROP #homehaunt #halloween #yardhaunt
2:37
DIY PropsBeginnerUnder $20

PROP ARMATURE for GOURDIE HALLOWEEN YARD HAUNT PROP #homehaunt #halloween #yardhaunt

This short Hauntcast tutorial walks through building a basic wooden armature intended to support a Halloween yard haunt prop called a 'Gourdie.' The frame is assembled from common lumber and hardware, keeping the build accessible and budget-friendly. At just three minutes, it delivers a focused, no-frills construction overview ideal for haunters who want a sturdy internal skeleton for a character prop.

Hauntcast· 1,844 views
Shop Work
5:12:31
DIY Props

Shop Work

This lengthy studio session from Stiltbeast Studios — the workshop of industry veteran Allen Hopps — offers an extended look at the hands-on process of building haunted attraction props and Halloween masks. Running over five hours, the video appears to document real shop work in progress rather than following a structured step-by-step tutorial format. Viewers get an immersive, behind-the-scenes perspective on how professional haunt props come together in a working studio environment.

StiltbeastStudios· 1,704 views
Jeff the Killer Prop Build Day 3: Hair/Wig
3:34
DIY PropsIntermediate

Jeff the Killer Prop Build Day 3: Hair/Wig

This is the third installment in a multi-part series documenting the construction of a Jeff the Killer Halloween prop. The episode focuses specifically on adding and styling a wig to bring the iconic creepypasta character's look closer to completion. It's a short, focused update that covers the hair element of the overall character build.

Haunt Former· 1,371 views
SPIDER HILL PROP WORKS INTERVIEW: Ryan Discusses His PVC Fittings & Kits - Black Market
32:42
Prop Reviews

SPIDER HILL PROP WORKS INTERVIEW: Ryan Discusses His PVC Fittings & Kits - Black Market

In this Hauntcast 'Black Market' segment, host Baker sits down with Ryan of Spider Hill Prop Works for an in-depth conversation about the company's specialty PVC fittings and ready-to-build prop kits. Ryan walks through what makes his products useful for haunters at all levels, from home haunters to professional attraction builders. The discussion gives listeners a vendor-side look at how purpose-built PVC components can streamline prop construction. This podcast-format video is light on visuals but strong on practical product insight.

Hauntcast· 211 views
Top 10 Uses for Expanding Spray Foam #yardhaunt #homehaunt #halloweenprops #halloween
5:56
DIY PropsBeginner

Top 10 Uses for Expanding Spray Foam #yardhaunt #homehaunt #halloweenprops #halloween

Hauntcast's Baker runs through his top ten favorite applications for expanding spray foam — such as Great Stuff and Loc-Tite — in Halloween prop building. The video covers a broad range of creative uses, from crafting realistic innards and body forms to building toxic barrels, rope vines, skulls, and skull masks. It serves as a quick-reference idea generator for haunters looking to get more mileage out of one of the hobby's most versatile and affordable materials. Companion video links are provided for deeper dives into several of the featured techniques.

Hauntcast· 150 views
SCARE HOLLOW HAUNT: TROY CRIVELLONE INTERVIEW PART 2 - INTERVIEWS WITH HAUNTING GURUS
1:19:56
Home Haunts

SCARE HOLLOW HAUNT: TROY CRIVELLONE INTERVIEW PART 2 - INTERVIEWS WITH HAUNTING GURUS

Hauntcast host Baker sits down with Troy Crivellone for an in-depth interview about his acclaimed Scare Hollow home haunt based in Texas. The conversation covers a wide range of topics including haunt photography, prop building, and lighting strategies. As part of the Haunting Gurus interview series, the episode offers an insider look at the creative process and passion behind a high-caliber home haunt operation.

Hauntcast· 80 views