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Prop Making

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

19 videos

intro vid

intro vid

This short introductory video outlines the mission of Stiltbeast Studios: to create a growing reference library of DIY techniques for haunted house builders and haunted attraction operators. It gives prospective viewers a quick overview of the kind of content they can expect from the channel. No specific builds or tutorials are featured in this video itself.

StiltbeastStudios· 60,420 views

Haunt Former Official Channel Trailer

Haunt Former Official Channel Trailer

This one-minute trailer introduces Haunt Former, a year-round Halloween YouTube channel covering a wide range of spooky content. Viewers can expect prop-building tutorials, haunted house construction, horror reviews, unboxings, and original horror short films. New videos drop weekly, and the channel is backed by several Halloween industry sponsors.

Haunt Former· 25,205 views

molding the brain part 3.wmv

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

airbrush 3

DIY PropsBeginner

airbrush 3

Allen Hopps of StiltbeastStudios delivers the third installment in his airbrush series, focusing on foundational airbrush skills for prop makers, set designers, and mask makers. The video walks viewers through a practical technique-refining drill and introduces the use of stencils as a versatile painting aid. Although released out of sequence — part three before part two — the content stands on its own as an accessible guide to improving airbrush control. The airbrush is framed as an essential tool across multiple disciplines within the haunted attraction world.

StiltbeastStudios· 10,246 views

Make your own Sculpting tools

DIY PropsBeginnerUnder $20 for 20+ tools

Make your own Sculpting tools

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios demonstrates how to fabricate a large set of professional-quality sculpting loop tools and rakes using everyday inexpensive materials. By repurposing wire whisk tines and coping saw blades bonded with steel epoxy putty, builders can produce more than twenty tools for a fraction of the cost of buying them individually. The resulting tools are suitable for both clay and paper mache sculpting in prop and mask making contexts.

StiltbeastStudios· 9,520 views

Metallic paint doesn’t have to be hard

DIY PropsBeginner

Metallic paint doesn’t have to be hard

VanOaks Props shares a quick tip for achieving convincing metallic finishes on DIY props without the usual frustration. The one-minute format suggests a focused, beginner-friendly technique that can be applied to Halloween and Star Wars-style builds alike. The approach is positioned as accessible and likely low-cost.

VanOaksProps· 8,802 views

lets make stuff!

lets make stuff!

A prop-building and making session from StiltbeastStudios, led by the well-known haunt creator Allen Hopps. The video appears to be a hands-on, creative build session focused on Halloween prop construction for haunted house environments. At just over 104 minutes, it offers an extended look at the making process, though specific techniques and materials are not confirmed from available metadata. Viewers can expect the signature enthusiasm and practical knowledge that StiltbeastStudios is known for in the Halloween community.

StiltbeastStudios· 3,674 views

GTHIC Ring Giveaway Winner PLUS Vacation, Running, Brains, Facehuggers VLOG

GTHIC Ring Giveaway Winner PLUS Vacation, Running, Brains, Facehuggers VLOG

This is a casual vlog from the Monster Tutorials channel covering a giveaway winner announcement for GTHIC skull rings, a brief Florida vacation recap, and a personal running challenge update. The creator also gives viewers a preview of brain and facehugger props available for purchase or further decoration. It serves as a community touchpoint rather than a step-by-step tutorial, blending personal updates with light Halloween prop promotion.

Monster Tutorials· 2,718 views

LIVE: from Nerd Summer Camp 2023!

LIVE: from Nerd Summer Camp 2023!

VanOaks Props hosts a live stream event called Nerd Summer Camp 2023, bringing together a group of Star Wars and sci-fi prop-making creators for a collaborative broadcast. The event features several prominent prop-making channels, celebrating fan craftsmanship and community. A giveaway for a Dune Sea Outpost Scomplink prop is tied to the live stream, rewarding viewer engagement.

VanOaksProps· 2,615 views

So Many Monsters!

Haunted House Walkthroughs

So Many Monsters!

StiltbeastStudios' Allen Hopps presents an extensive monster-focused session running nearly three hours, exploring the creatures and props that populate professional haunted attractions. The video appears to showcase a wide variety of monster characters, Halloween masks, and DIY props relevant to haunt builders and designers. Given the channel's established reputation in the haunted attraction community, expect practical insight into creature design and presentation. The lengthy runtime suggests a deep-dive format, possibly a live stream or multi-segment showcase.

StiltbeastStudios· 2,522 views

March Livestream - Q&A, Haunted Mansion Project, and more!

March Livestream - Q&A, Haunted Mansion Project, and more!

This nearly hour-long livestream from VanOaksProps blends a community Q&A session with progress updates on an ongoing Haunted Mansion-themed prop project. The creator discusses build techniques and takes questions from supporters in real time. References to a 3D printer, laser cutter, and CNC router suggest these are recurring tools in the workflow shown throughout the stream.

VanOaksProps· 2,058 views

LIVE Q&A - Ask Me Anything

LIVE Q&A - Ask Me Anything

VanOaks Props hosts a live Q&A session where viewers can ask anything related to DIY Halloween props, decorations, and beyond. The stream runs just under an hour before cutting off due to a camera power issue at the 54-minute mark. It offers a conversational, community-driven format rather than a structured tutorial. Topics likely span the creator's usual range of Halloween and Star Wars prop-making projects.

VanOaksProps· 1,546 views

www.monstertutorials.com - Episode 1 "The In-Between Show"

Makeup TutorialsBeginnerlow / budget-friendly

www.monstertutorials.com - Episode 1 "The In-Between Show"

This short episode of Monster Tutorials' 'In-Between Show' tackles a viewer question about nose and scar wax for SFX makeup, then pivots to quick prop-making tips covering how to cheaply tint glass for a clear colored effect and how to frost glass for an opaque finish. The host keeps things accessible and budget-conscious throughout. The episode closes with a teaser for an upcoming full tutorial.

Monster Tutorials· 872 views

Shop Hang Out

Shop Hang Out

A lengthy informal hangout session hosted by Allen Hopps of StiltbeastStudios, filmed from within his prop-building workshop. The format appears to be a relaxed, conversational stream or recorded session where fans and enthusiasts can spend time in the creative space alongside the maker. Topics likely touch on haunted house props, Halloween masks, and DIY haunted attraction craft, though no structured tutorial is confirmed from the available metadata.

StiltbeastStudios· 843 views

Rf Gi Hi Iiuyfre

Rf Gi Hi Iiuyfre

This is a lengthy video from Stiltbeast Studios, the well-known Halloween prop and haunt education channel led by Allen Hopps. Based on the available metadata, the content likely covers DIY prop building or haunted attraction techniques, consistent with the channel's established focus. No source description was provided, so specific details about the build, materials, or techniques covered cannot be confirmed. The title appears to be a placeholder or corrupted entry, which limits classification confidence.

StiltbeastStudios· 706 views

Not InTeresting- I Promise Nothing

Not InTeresting- I Promise Nothing

This video from StiltbeastStudios features Allen Hopps in what appears to be a casual, loosely structured session touching on haunted house props, DIY builds, and Halloween masks. Despite the self-deprecating title, the channel's consistent focus on professional haunted attraction craft suggests practical insights are likely woven throughout. With no source description available, the exact content and format remain uncertain, but the creator tags point toward prop and mask topics. Viewers familiar with Allen Hopps' style can expect conversational delivery with industry knowledge.

StiltbeastStudios· 564 views

Slaughter House Props: Interview with Nathan Fronczak - Black Market

Slaughter House Props: Interview with Nathan Fronczak - Black Market

Hauntcast host Baker sits down with Nathan Fronczak of Slaughterhouse Studios for a candid conversation about his work as a Halloween prop maker. The interview explores Nathan's creative process and experience in the haunted attraction world. Running roughly 22 minutes, it offers an inside look at the craft and passion behind professional prop building.

Hauntcast· 35 views

VanOaksProps Live Stream

VanOaksProps Live Stream

This is a live stream broadcast from VanOaksProps, a DIY Halloween prop-making channel. The accompanying description is primarily a channel support and resource page rather than a project-specific tutorial, featuring links to Patreon, merchandise, affiliate equipment, and music licensing. No specific build content or techniques are documented in the available metadata. The video's actual subject matter cannot be confirmed from the description alone.

FrightProps Live Stream

FrightProps Live Stream

This is a live stream from FrightProps, a well-known supplier and resource in the haunt and Halloween prop industry. With no source description or duration available, specific content details cannot be confirmed. FrightProps streams typically cover animatronics, controllers, prop building, and haunt industry topics, though this cannot be verified for this particular session.