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A curated, searchable archive of the dark craft — DIY props and animatronics, home-haunt walkthroughs, makeup, lighting, fog, and effects. Every film embedded from its creator, organized so you can actually find what you need.

Channel: StiltbeastStudiosClear ✕

762 videos

Mold Cleaning And Mask Painting
1:33:19
DIY PropsIntermediate

Mold Cleaning And Mask Painting

Stiltbeast Studios walks through the process of cleaning molds and painting finished masks in this extended workshop-style session. Allen Hopps shares professional techniques used in haunted attraction prop production, covering the steps between pulling a piece from a mold and achieving a paint-ready or fully painted result. At nearly an hour and a half, the video offers an in-depth look at craft-level finishing work relevant to anyone producing wearable Halloween props.

StiltbeastStudios· 1,027 views
Mask Painting Take 2!
11:21
Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

Mask Painting Take 2!

StiltbeastStudios returns for a second look at painting masks, walking viewers through techniques for achieving professional, scary results. Allen Hopps shares his hands-on approach to bringing a mask to life with paint, likely refining or expanding on methods covered in a previous episode. The tutorial is aimed at haunted attraction builders and DIY enthusiasts who want their masks to look polished and convincing.

StiltbeastStudios· 907 views
A Bit More...
35:12
DIY Props

A Bit More...

This video from Stiltbeast Studios, hosted by Allen Hopps, continues work on a Halloween prop or haunt project. Given the channel's focus, the content likely involves hands-on fabrication, design refinement, or detailing of a scare prop or haunted attraction element. No source description was provided, so specific techniques and materials cannot be confirmed.

StiltbeastStudios· 685 views
Mask Painting And Werewolf Work!
1:23:08
Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

Mask Painting And Werewolf Work!

Stiltbeast Studios' Allen Hopps walks through mask painting techniques alongside werewolf prop or costume work in this lengthy studio session. The video covers hands-on creative process typical of professional haunted attraction fabrication. At over 80 minutes, it offers an in-depth look at the artistry behind creature-focused Halloween builds.

StiltbeastStudios· 1,963 views
Sculpting a werewolf lower jaw for a two part pask
1:33:56
Makeup TutorialsAdvanced

Sculpting a werewolf lower jaw for a two part pask

StiltbeastStudios walks through the process of sculpting the lower jaw section of a two-part werewolf mask, focusing on achieving a realistic, articulated result. The tutorial covers the sculpting workflow specific to a moving-jaw design, which requires careful attention to how the two halves will interact and fit together. At nearly an hour and a half, the video offers an in-depth look at professional-level creature mask fabrication suitable for haunted attraction use.

StiltbeastStudios· 1,408 views
Paint Night Try#2!
14:52
DIY PropsIntermediate

Paint Night Try#2!

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios returns for a second attempt at a prop painting session, sharing his process and insights for achieving haunted-attraction-quality results. The video focuses on hands-on painting techniques applicable to DIY haunted house props and set pieces. As part of Stiltbeast's practical, experience-driven teaching style, viewers can expect real-time tips drawn from professional haunt work.

StiltbeastStudios· 864 views
Paint Night!
6:07
DIY Props

Paint Night!

A Stiltbeast Studios video focused on painting as part of the Halloween prop and haunted attraction creation process. Given the channel's well-known reputation for high-quality haunt prop fabrication, this is likely a behind-the-scenes or tutorial-style look at prop painting and finishing techniques. The short runtime suggests a focused, single-topic session covering a specific stage of the prop-building workflow.

StiltbeastStudios· 645 views
Work Shop Day
1:43:39
DIY Props

Work Shop Day

A workshop session from StiltbeastStudios hosted by Allen Hopps, focused on Halloween prop building and haunted attraction fabrication. The nearly two-hour runtime suggests an in-depth, hands-on work session rather than a polished step-by-step tutorial. StiltbeastStudios is well known in the haunt community for practical, experience-driven prop construction content. Specific techniques and materials covered are unclear from the available metadata alone.

StiltbeastStudios· 1,356 views
Sped up Witch mask paint
2:33
Makeup Tutorials

Sped up Witch mask paint

Stiltbeast Studios offers a sped-up look at the process of painting a witch mask, giving viewers a quick but inspiring glimpse into professional-level prop and mask finishing work. The time-lapse format condenses what is likely a detailed painting session into a short, visually engaging clip. While light on step-by-step instruction, it serves as a creative showcase from a well-known haunted attraction builder.

StiltbeastStudios· 2,270 views
costume distressing techniques
16:44
Costume TutorialsBeginner

costume distressing techniques

Allen Hopps of StiltbeastStudios walks through his go-to methods for distressing costumes to achieve a convincingly aged and worn look. A core principle covered is color selection relative to base fabric tone — lighter colors for dark fabrics and medium tones for lighter fabrics. The techniques are practical and repeatable, aimed at haunted attraction performers and DIY costume builders. The creator notes this is likely the first in a series of distressing-focused videos.

StiltbeastStudios· 19,931 views
Scenic painting eight
4:00
Set DesignIntermediate

Scenic painting eight

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios walks through a scenic painting session adding finishing details to an animated prop in the graveyard section of a professional haunted attraction. The paintwork draws stylistic inspiration from gothic horror artist Joseph Vargo, lending the piece a distinctive dark, moody aesthetic. In just four minutes, the video demonstrates how targeted paint detailing can dramatically elevate the realism and atmosphere of a haunt set piece.

StiltbeastStudios· 4,756 views
Mold banding strap
4:20
DIY PropsIntermediate

Mold banding strap

Stiltbeast Studios breaks down how to correctly use a mold banding strap — a common but often confusing tool found in most mask-making kits. The video offers the clearest, most straightforward explanation possible for securing two-piece plaster molds during latex mask production. Despite being a short watch, it addresses a genuine pain point that trips up many hobbyist and professional prop makers alike.

StiltbeastStudios· 3,172 views
foam horns final
12:53
DIY PropsBeginner

foam horns final

Allen Hopps of StiltbeastStudios walks through a straightforward method for sculpting foam horns from common couch or upholstery foam, suitable for props or masks. The condensed tutorial was trimmed from a much longer Facebook Live session, distilling the core technique into about 13 minutes. The approach is designed to be flexible, encouraging viewers to adapt and embellish the process to achieve custom horn shapes for their own builds.

StiltbeastStudios· 8,713 views
Adding hair to latex mask
1:10:37
Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

Adding hair to latex mask

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios walks through the process of adding hair to a latex mask in this extended, in-depth tutorial originally recorded as a Facebook Live session. The format allows for a thorough exploration of the technique, with plenty of viewer questions addressed throughout the runtime. It builds on a shorter version Allen produced previously, offering a more comprehensive deep-dive for those who want additional detail and context.

StiltbeastStudios· 20,536 views
Strapping and painting half masks
3:35:45
Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

Strapping and painting half masks

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios walks through the process of strapping and painting half masks for use in haunted attractions, in a lengthy session originally broadcast live on Facebook. The video was migrated to YouTube by popular request, so viewers should expect some reduction in visual quality inherent to the original live-stream format. At over three and a half hours, it offers an in-depth, real-time look at the techniques Allen uses to make wearable masks performance-ready. It is a valuable resource for haunt actors and costume builders looking to finish professional-quality character masks.

StiltbeastStudios· 61,420 views
Build with sticky paper
12:28
DIY PropsIntermediate

Build with sticky paper

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios demonstrates a lesser-known fabrication method using sticky paper to construct a sturdy alien body prop for a themed area within a professional haunted attraction. The technique produces solid, reasonably detailed forms and serves as a practical alternative to more conventional prop-building methods. It's a straightforward, encouraging build that invites haunters of all skill levels to experiment with accessible materials.

StiltbeastStudios· 11,912 views
Scenic paint 8
9:25
Set DesignIntermediate

Scenic paint 8

Allen Hopps of StiltbeastStudios walks viewers through painting a haunted attraction set, offering a full reveal of the completed scene. This episode in the scenic paint series focuses on the practical application of paint to bring a haunt environment to life. It provides an accessible look at how professional haunted attraction builders approach set finishing.

StiltbeastStudios· 4,617 views
Easy mummy wrap/ Bandages
4:02
Costume TutorialsBeginner

Easy mummy wrap/ Bandages

Allen Hopps of StiltbeastStudios shares a fast, practical technique for making any garment look convincingly wrapped in mummy bandages. The method is designed with performer comfort in mind — lightweight and breathable enough for extended wear in a haunted attraction environment. In just four minutes, the tutorial delivers a ready-to-use costuming trick suitable for both DIY home haunters and professional haunt actors.

StiltbeastStudios· 18,962 views
scenic paint six
8:47
Set DesignBeginner$5–$20

scenic paint six

This installment in StiltbeastStudios' scenic painting series focuses on creating a convincing rough-hewn field stone wall using only black and white paint. Allen Hopps demonstrates how a limited two-color palette and simple brush techniques can produce a striking, dimensional-looking stone surface. The segment is part of a larger scenic build, with vines and moss detailing planned as a follow-up step.

StiltbeastStudios· 30,181 views
Make snakes
25:41
DIY PropsBeginner$10–$30

Make snakes

Allen Hopps of StiltbeastStudios walks through a simple, budget-friendly method for building realistic, posable snake props suitable for haunted attractions or home haunts. The snakes are constructed from common hardware and craft store materials, resulting in pieces that hold a variety of poses and produce dramatic movement when attached to even lightly animated rigs. Each snake can be customized in color and pattern to add variety throughout a scene. The technique scales well, making it easy to populate an entire room with a convincing infestation.

StiltbeastStudios· 56,727 views
maggot build
18:35
DIY PropsBeginner

maggot build

StiltbeastStudios walks through a beginner-friendly foam carving method using upholstery foam to build a realistic maggot prop. The technique is deliberately versatile — the same core approach can be adapted to construct a wide range of creatures beyond maggots. Host Allen Hopps encourages viewers to experiment, noting the method translates well to fur-covered animals and other organic shapes.

StiltbeastStudios· 7,559 views
shop tour
17:09
Set Design

shop tour

StiltbeastStudios creator Allen Hopps walks viewers through a fully reorganized prop-making workshop following a holiday weekend overhaul. The tour highlights the layout and designated zones of the creative space, giving fans a behind-the-scenes look at where future haunted attraction props and DIY projects are born. It serves as both an inspiring studio showcase and a preview of the builds to come.

StiltbeastStudios· 4,639 views
Scenic painting...5? maybe 6
7:10
Set DesignBeginner

Scenic painting...5? maybe 6

StiltbeastStudios demonstrates a quick scenic painting technique using UV-reactive paints to create Halloween-themed outdoor filler panels for haunted attractions. The work is flat (non-3D) but comes alive under blacklight, making it an effective and relatively simple way to fill dead space in a haunt environment. The creator draws on a mix of Day-Glo and Wildfire brand UV paints, noting a personal preference for Day-Glo due to its superior brightness.

StiltbeastStudios· 6,166 views
tech overview
17:55
Professional Haunted Attractions

tech overview

A behind-the-scenes walkthrough of the tech room powering Dark Hour Haunted House, led by a crew member named Jake. The tour covers a wide range of products and systems used to run a professional haunted attraction. It serves as a broad reference for haunters looking to understand how large-scale haunt technology is organized and integrated.

StiltbeastStudios· 7,947 views