We made a Halloween Spellbook with a MOVING EYE!
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What this video covers
Wicked Makers' Jay and Jaimie build a Hocus Pocus–inspired spellbook prop featuring a living, moving eye — achieved by placing a smartphone behind a glass cabochon lens set into the book cover. The book's aged leather look is created using a simple tissue paper and Mod Podge decoupage technique, while optional air dry clay sculpts a realistic eyelid surround. The finished piece works as a standalone Halloween display or as a showstopping prop for a witch costume.
Key takeaways
- ◆A glass cabochon lens over a phone screen creates a convincing animated eyeball effect
- ◆Tissue paper layered with Mod Podge produces an easy, budget-friendly aged-leather texture
- ◆Air dry clay is used optionally to sculpt a detailed eyelid around the eye opening
- ◆Vintage hardware like a book latch and metal corners can be added to elevate the final look
- ◆The project relies on thrifted materials, making it accessible and low-cost
Who this is for
Halloween enthusiasts and witch-theme fans looking for a striking, beginner-friendly animated prop inspired by Hocus Pocus.
Tools mentioned
- • paintbrushes
- • utility knife
- • scissors
- • hot glue gun
- • clay sculpt tools
Materials mentioned
- • old hardcover book
- • smartphone
- • 2.5" cabochon
- • acrylic paint
- • tissue paper
- • Mod Podge
- • hot glue
- • super glue
- • air dry clay
- • decorative letters
- • vintage book latch
- • vintage metal book corners
- • twill tape
⚠ Safety notes
Use caution with hot glue gun to avoid burns; utility knife requires careful handling, especially when cutting into book covers.
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