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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

Making a two part mold
20:58
DIY PropsAdvanced

Making a two part mold

Allen Hopps of StiltbeastStudios walks through the process of building a two-part plaster mold from an original sculpt, intended for producing pull-out latex masks. The video covers the key stages of mold construction used in professional-level special effects prop making. It serves as a practical introduction to the mold-making workflow for anyone looking to reproduce original mask designs at volume.

StiltbeastStudios· 81,131 views
Silicone gloves on the cheap
20:45
Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

Silicone gloves on the cheap

Allen Hopps of StiltbeastStudios walks viewers through the process of fabricating silicone gloves on a budget, offering a cost-effective alternative to commercially produced prosthetic hands. The tutorial covers the key steps to achieve wearable, convincing silicone gloves that complement a full costume look. At just over 20 minutes, the video strikes a balance between enough detail to follow along and enough efficiency to stay accessible for home builders.

StiltbeastStudios· 46,301 views
plastic corpsing
19:50
DIY PropsBeginnerlow (budget-friendly method)

plastic corpsing

Allen Hopps of StiltbeastStudios presents a plastic corpsing technique designed to be faster, easier, and more affordable than traditional methods. The tutorial demonstrates how to transform inexpensive skeletons into convincing decomposed corpse props suitable for haunted house environments. The approach emphasizes accessibility, making professional-looking results achievable without a large budget or advanced skill set.

StiltbeastStudios· 274,491 views
Blood on the cheap
17:43
DIY PropsBeginnerlow / budget-friendly

Blood on the cheap

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios breaks down affordable techniques for creating convincing fake blood effects for haunted attractions. The video covers recipes and application methods aimed at keeping costs low without sacrificing visual impact. Both wet-look and permanent blood finishes appear to be addressed, giving haunters options for different use cases.

StiltbeastStudios· 46,508 views
Human pelt
19:49
DIY PropsIntermediate

Human pelt

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios walks viewers through the process of crafting a realistic human pelt prop suitable for haunted house environments. The tutorial covers construction techniques aimed at achieving a convincingly gruesome skin-like appearance. At roughly 20 minutes, it offers a focused, step-by-step approach to this graphic but popular horror prop category.

StiltbeastStudios· 105,759 views
Molding a brain part six
9:04
DIY PropsIntermediate

Molding a brain part six

In part six of Stiltbeast Studios' ongoing brain mold series, the focus shifts to finalizing the latex brain prop and preparing it for display. This episode covers the finishing steps that bring the piece from raw casting to a show-ready haunted house prop. The series demonstrates a professional studio approach to latex mold making for horror applications.

StiltbeastStudios· 10,496 views
molding a brain part 5 painting
10:00
DIY PropsIntermediate

molding a brain part 5 painting

This is part five of StiltbeastStudios' ongoing brain molding series, focusing specifically on the painting stage of the build. The episode walks viewers through finishing a latex brain prop with realistic paintwork. As part of a multi-episode series, it builds on previously established molding and casting steps to bring the prop to a screen-ready finish.

StiltbeastStudios· 19,374 views
sock mask tutorial part 2.wmv
10:01
Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

sock mask tutorial part 2.wmv

In this follow-up tutorial from Stiltbeast Studios, Allen Hopps walks through the painting phase of constructing a sock mask. The primary technique featured is drybrushing, used to pull out surface details and add depth to the finished piece. This concise ten-minute video focuses entirely on the paint application stage rather than the initial construction covered in Part 1.

StiltbeastStudios· 9,617 views
Masks made in one Oct. day 2010
3:17
DIY PropsAdvanced

Masks made in one Oct. day 2010

A behind-the-scenes glimpse into a single productive day in the Stiltbeast Studios workshop, creating multiple Halloween masks for the gift and merchandise shop at Screams Haunted Attraction. The video showcases a range of finished pieces including werewolf, zombie, and sock-style masks. It offers a fast look at the volume and variety a professional mask maker can produce in one session.

StiltbeastStudios· 4,370 views
Making vines for sets inexpensively
1:57
DIY PropsBeginnerlow / budget-friendly

Making vines for sets inexpensively

StiltbeastStudios walks through a quick, inexpensive method for fabricating realistic-looking vines suitable for theater and haunted house sets. The short runtime suggests a focused, no-frills technique that prioritizes accessibility and low cost. This approach is ideal for set builders who need to dress large areas with organic, natural-looking detail without a significant materials budget.

StiltbeastStudios· 49,308 views
sock mask tutorial part one
9:59
Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

sock mask tutorial part one

This tutorial from Stiltbeast Studios walks viewers through the first part of building a sock mask — a fabric-based wearable mask technique popular in haunted house and costume performance circles. The video covers foundational construction methods for shaping a sock into a functional character mask. As part one of a series, it likely focuses on the early stages of the build process.

StiltbeastStudios· 30,598 views
Arm extension from Crutches
9:42
DIY PropsIntermediate

Arm extension from Crutches

Stiltbeast Studios demonstrates how to convert crutches into wearable arm extensions for creature or monster costumes. The build repurposes readily available crutches into a practical rigging solution that dramatically lengthens the performer's arms for an unsettling, inhuman silhouette. This approach is characteristic of the creature-performance style that Stiltbeast Studios is known for.

StiltbeastStudios· 9,295 views
build a foam cave!
8:21
Set DesignAdvanced

build a foam cave!

Stiltbeast Studios documents the construction of a foam cave set piece built for SCREAMS Halloween park. The video walks through the fabrication process used to create a convincing underground cave environment within a professional haunted attraction. At roughly eight minutes, it offers a focused look at how large-scale foam work comes together in a real haunt setting.

StiltbeastStudios· 12,788 views
molding the brain part 4.wmv
9:39
DIY PropsIntermediate

molding the brain part 4.wmv

Part four of Stiltbeast Studios' brain series covers the complete mold-making workflow: cleaning the mold after pulling it from the sculpt and then pouring it up to produce a finished casting. The video is part of an ongoing multi-episode series walking viewers through professional-level creature-effects techniques. Stiltbeast Studios is known for high-quality special effects instruction aimed at aspiring prop and prosthetic makers.

StiltbeastStudios· 10,090 views
molding the brain part 3.wmv
9:36
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
Brain sculpt part 2.wmv
9:33
DIY PropsIntermediate

Brain sculpt part 2.wmv

This is the second installment in StiltbeastStudios' brain sculpting series, continuing the process of building a realistic brain form using water-based clay. The video focuses on the hands-on sculpting techniques required to render convincing organic anatomy. Viewers follow along as the prop takes further shape under the sculptor's hands, with an emphasis on surface detail and form refinement.

StiltbeastStudios· 15,706 views
brain sculpt part 1.wmv
9:57
DIY PropsIntermediate

brain sculpt part 1.wmv

Stiltbeast Studios kicks off a multi-part series with this first installment focused on sculpting a realistic brain using water-based clay. The video walks viewers through the early stages of the sculpt, with subsequent parts covering the completed sculpture and the molding process. It reflects the studio's professional-level approach to creature and effects work.

StiltbeastStudios· 49,994 views
silicone Wolfman
1:13
Prop Reviews

silicone Wolfman

Stiltbeast Studios showcases their silicone Wolfman mask in a short demonstration video, highlighting how naturally the mask moves with the performer's facial expressions. The extended bib design integrates seamlessly with an open-collared shirt, while the custom cut around the shoulders preserves a full range of upper-body motion. Audio clarity is also demonstrated, confirming the actor's voice carries through the mask without significant muffling.

StiltbeastStudios· 10,291 views