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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.

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122 videos

Haunted Dollhouse Makeover 👻 DIY Halloween Props
13:37
DIY PropsBeginner$20–$50 depending on thrift finds and materials on hand

Haunted Dollhouse Makeover 👻 DIY Halloween Props

Wicked Makers' Jaimie and Jay walk through converting a thrifted plastic dollhouse into a Victorian-style miniature haunted mansion inspired by the Addams Family. The build covers painting, weathering, and dressing the structure with spooky details including glowing jack-o-lanterns, demon cats, and an animated ghost on the balcony. The tutorial relies entirely on accessible craft-store materials and basic tools, making it approachable for Halloween decorators of any skill level. The finished piece works as a striking indoor Halloween display.

Wicked Makers· 1,047,603 views
Endless Drinking Skeleton 💀 DIY Halloween Props
15:16
DIY PropsBeginner$30–$80

Endless Drinking Skeleton 💀 DIY Halloween Props

Wicked Makers' Jaimie and Jay walk through building 'Barty,' a Pirates of the Caribbean-inspired pirate skeleton prop that appears to endlessly drink from a bottle using a hidden recirculating fountain pump. The build centers on a life-sized skeleton dressed in thrift-store pirate gear posed over a barrel, with colored water looping invisibly through vinyl tubing. The hosts also highlight how the same fountain-pump trick can be adapted to other Halloween themes — vampires, zombies, witches — making the core technique highly reusable. Goodwill is a featured sponsor, reinforcing the budget-friendly, thrift-forward approach to costuming the character.

Wicked Makers· 2,079,740 views
We made our cat a Halloween PUMPKIN House!
16:33
DIY PropsIntermediate

We made our cat a Halloween PUMPKIN House!

Wicked Makers duo Jaimie and Jay build an oversized jack-o-lantern cat house and scratching post for their Sphynx cat, Oberon, kicking off their 2021 Halloween season in style. The structure is formed using a balloon armature wrapped in wire, layered with paper mache, and finished with resin, spray paint, and sisal rope. The build doubles as a functional pet piece and a bold Halloween decoration. The creators note the jack-o-lantern shell alone could be repurposed as a standalone Halloween prop without the cat-specific elements.

Wicked Makers· 655,894 views
HUGE Life-sized Stone Portal 💀 DIY Halloween Props
15:09
DIY PropsAdvanced

HUGE Life-sized Stone Portal 💀 DIY Halloween Props

Wicked Makers duo Jay and Jaimie construct a massive life-sized stone portal for their front yard haunt, inspired by the Dark Portal from the Warcraft universe. The arch is built entirely from XPS foam, carved and painted to mimic aged stone, with LED-lit runic carvings embedded throughout. A semi-transparent fabric screen on the back panel enables rear projection of a custom hellscape VFX video at night, creating a dramatic portal illusion. Plans and the custom projection video are available through their Patreon.

Wicked Makers· 1,064,035 views
How to make Tombstones 💀 DIY Halloween Props
14:54
DIY PropsBeginner$20–$50

How to make Tombstones 💀 DIY Halloween Props

Wicked Makers duo Jaimie and Jay walk through their first attempt at building realistic Halloween tombstones from insulation foam, covering every stage from cutting and shaping to texturing and painting. They use accessible tools and inexpensive materials to achieve a convincing stone look. The finished props are designed for a DIY graveyard yard display and serve as inspiration for haunters of all skill levels.

Wicked Makers· 798,164 views
5 Things EVERY Halloween Haunter Needs!
7:18
Product ReviewsBeginner

5 Things EVERY Halloween Haunter Needs!

Wicked Makers hosts Jay and Jaimie run through the five tools they consider non-negotiable for any DIY Halloween prop builder or home haunter. The picks span basic cutting, bonding, and shaping tasks, covering nearly every project in their catalog. The video serves as a practical starting-point guide for newcomers and a useful checklist for seasoned haunters.

Wicked Makers· 78,907 views
Halloween Isn't Cancelled! DIY Prop for Trick-or-Treating during COVID
10:34
DIY PropsBeginner$20–$50

Halloween Isn't Cancelled! DIY Prop for Trick-or-Treating during COVID

Wicked Makers' Jaimie and Jay build a PVC-pipe candy slide that lets homeowners deliver Halloween treats to trick-or-treaters from a safe distance. The construction relies entirely on basic PVC fittings and a hacksaw, making it accessible to first-time builders. Once assembled, the chute serves as a blank decorating canvas — the duo dresses theirs up with cheesecloth, spray paint, a plastic skeleton, and a skull. Free downloadable plans are available on the Wicked Makers website.

Wicked Makers· 563,139 views
Floating "Fireflies" Effect - DIY Halloween Props
10:01
DIY PropsBeginner$10–$30

Floating "Fireflies" Effect - DIY Halloween Props

Wicked Makers' Jaimie and Jay walk through a beginner-friendly DIY recreation of the iconic glowing firefly effect from Disneyland's Pirates of the Caribbean swamp scene. The build repurposes solar pathway lights fitted with yellow-green LEDs, suspended on near-invisible fishing line to mimic slowly drifting fireflies in a tree canopy or yard haunt setting. No expensive tools are required, making this an accessible weekend project for Halloween decorators at any skill level. The duo also share the charming origin story of the original Disneyland effect.

Wicked Makers· 420,629 views
We Made Our 3-Year Old The BEST BED EVER!
14:53
Other

We Made Our 3-Year Old The BEST BED EVER!

Wicked Makers (Jay and Jaimie) build a Viking longship-themed DIY Montessori floor bed for their toddler, drawing inspiration from the How to Train Your Dragon film trilogy. The project combines standard woodworking techniques with decorative shaping and themed paint finishes to create an imaginative, low-to-the-ground sleeping space. Jaimie's background working on the Dragon films at DreamWorks informed the creative direction. Plans for the build are available through their website.

Wicked Makers· 88,584 views
DIY Halloween Props - Clock from Nightmare Before Christmas
11:06
DIY PropsBeginner$15–$40

DIY Halloween Props - Clock from Nightmare Before Christmas

Wicked Makers' Jay and Jaimie build a replica of the Halloween Countdown Clock from The Nightmare Before Christmas, turning it into an accessible weekend DIY project. The build is designed to work with a range of materials — plywood, cardboard, foam core, or balsa — making it easy to adapt to whatever is on hand. Purchased plans and templates are available to guide the process from cut to finished, painted prop. The result is a decorative piece that doubles as both a Halloween and a Christmas holiday decoration.

Wicked Makers· 161,171 views
DIY Halloween Props - Bubbling Witch's Cauldron with Glowing Coals
10:35
DIY PropsBeginner$30–$80

DIY Halloween Props - Bubbling Witch's Cauldron with Glowing Coals

Wicked Makers duo Jaimie and Jay walk through a beginner-friendly Halloween build that transforms a large plastic cauldron into a dramatic bubbling brew scene complete with glowing coal effects. The project combines an ultrasonic pond fogger for rising mist with orange string lights and textured spray-foam coals to simulate a fire beneath the pot. Despite involving several components, each step is designed to be approachable and tackled in stages, making it a solid weekend project. The finished prop works equally well for yard haunts or front-porch Halloween displays.

Wicked Makers· 1,393,708 views
DIY Halloween Props - Realistic Fake Fire Special Effects
10:04
DIY PropsBeginner$20–$50

DIY Halloween Props - Realistic Fake Fire Special Effects

Wicked Makers duo Jaimie and Jay demonstrate how to build a convincing fake fire effect inspired by the flaming windows in Disneyland's Pirates of the Caribbean ride. The technique relies on lightweight fabric strips billowing over a box fan, illuminated from below by red, orange, and yellow LED bulbs to mimic realistic flickering flames. No power tools are required, making this one of the most accessible Halloween prop builds available. The finished effect works beautifully in windows, doorways, or as a scene centerpiece.

Wicked Makers· 1,792,386 views
Graveyard Skeleton 💀 DIY Halloween Props
12:20
DIY PropsBeginner$30–$70

Graveyard Skeleton 💀 DIY Halloween Props

Wicked Makers hosts Jay and Jaimie transform a standard store-bought plastic skeleton into a dramatic gravecrawler prop complete with a sculpted dirt mound. The key innovation is that the mound is fully portable and collapsible for easy off-season storage. The build relies on accessible materials like spray foam, spray paint, and hot glue, making it approachable for Halloween decorators of most skill levels. The finished prop is designed to integrate seamlessly into a yard graveyard or cemetery display.

Wicked Makers· 833,877 views
DIY Halloween Props - How to make an Easy Halloween Scarecrow
6:18
DIY PropsBeginnerunder $20

DIY Halloween Props - How to make an Easy Halloween Scarecrow

Wicked Makers hosts Jaimie and Jay demonstrate how to build a Halloween scarecrow using a plastic jack-o-lantern as the head, mounted on a simple wood frame dressed with cheesecloth and twine. The build relies on common, inexpensive materials — including reclaimed fence pickets — making it accessible to virtually any skill level. The finished prop is designed for outdoor yard display and delivers strong visual impact for minimal effort and cost.

Wicked Makers· 337,946 views
Dripping Skull Candles 💀 DIY Halloween Props
5:47
DIY PropsBeginner$10–$25

Dripping Skull Candles 💀 DIY Halloween Props

Wicked Makers hosts Jaimie and Jay transform inexpensive plastic skulls into atmospheric dripping-candle props using just a few common materials. The build centers on melting candles over the skull to create a realistic wax-drip effect, finished with a dark wood stain for added depth. The project is explicitly beginner-friendly — a heat gun speeds things up, but an open flame can substitute. The result is a convincing, low-cost Halloween decoration that belies its simple construction.

Wicked Makers· 226,951 views
How to 3D Print your own Dungeons for DnD!
6:07
OtherBeginner

How to 3D Print your own Dungeons for DnD!

Jaimie and Jay of Wicked Makers walk through their workflow for printing and painting modular dungeon tiles for tabletop RPGs. They rely on free 3D model files from Thingiverse — specifically OpenForge designs — and a standard FDM printer to produce stone-style terrain pieces. A simple three-color acrylic painting method keeps results consistent and repeatable, even across large batches of tiles.

Wicked Makers· 151,669 views
DIY Halloween Mummy (The most fun way to make one!)
7:01
DIY PropsBeginner$10–$30

DIY Halloween Mummy (The most fun way to make one!)

Wicked Makers' Jaimie and Jay walk through building a life-sized Halloween mummy using a duct tape body form stuffed with recycled newspaper — no complex tools required. The mummy is wrapped in cheesecloth that has been aged with a black tea wash and finished with spray paint and acrylic paint details. Skeletal hands supported by thick wire are added for a realistic, spooky effect. The whole project is designed to be completed in a few hours and is kid-friendly.

Wicked Makers· 531,296 views
How to make a Dice Box (with Secret Puzzle Lock!)
8:23
DIY PropsIntermediate

How to make a Dice Box (with Secret Puzzle Lock!)

Wicked Makers creators Jaimie and Jay build an elegant wooden dice vault from exotic bocote hardwood, incorporating a hidden magnetic puzzle lock that automatically engages when the box is closed. The box can only be opened by those who know the secret trick, making it a functional and thematic piece for tabletop RPG enthusiasts. A silver dragon pendant decorates the exterior as a nod to Dungeons and Dragons. The build blends fine woodworking with a clever locking mechanism to create a premium handcrafted gaming accessory.

Wicked Makers· 95,948 views
We built a huge glowing skull (for our workshop!)
8:11
DIY PropsIntermediate

We built a huge glowing skull (for our workshop!)

Wicked Makers duo Jay and Jaimie construct a large, eye-catching backlit skull sign for their workshop using a CNC router and birch plywood built up in two layers. LED strips are routed behind the skull cutout and controlled by an Arduino Micro to produce a dramatic glowing effect. The project blends woodworking, basic electronics, and CNC design into an approachable weekend build. Full Arduino code and schematics are available on the creators' website for anyone who wants to replicate it.

Wicked Makers· 44,754 views
DIY Halloween Props - Flaming Tiki Torch Skulls!
3:48
DIY PropsBeginner$10–$25

DIY Halloween Props - Flaming Tiki Torch Skulls!

Wicked Makers' Jaimie and Jay walk through a quick, budget-friendly build that mounts plastic skulls onto standard tiki torches for a striking Halloween yard display. The project relies on widely available materials from big-box stores and can be completed in about an hour. Twine wrapping and wood stain give the finished props a weathered, tribal look that elevates typical yard decorations.

Wicked Makers· 131,421 views
DIY Halloween Props - SUPER EASY Cemetery Fence!
5:04
DIY PropsBeginner~$3 per fence section

DIY Halloween Props - SUPER EASY Cemetery Fence!

Wicked Makers' Jaimie and Jay walk through building a simple, budget-friendly Halloween cemetery fence from basic pine lumber and common household tools. Each modular fence section costs roughly $3, making it easy to expand the display year after year. Finishing touches like wood stain, twine, and stretched cobwebbing give the fence an aged, spooky graveyard look.

Wicked Makers· 233,997 views
How to make a DIY Fog Chiller | DIY Halloween Props
5:05
Fog & Chiller EffectsBeginner$20–$40

How to make a DIY Fog Chiller | DIY Halloween Props

Wicked Makers' Jaimie and Jay walk through building a simple, low-cost fog chiller from everyday household materials in about an hour. Fog from a standard fog machine is routed through a PVC inlet into an ice-filled plastic storage bin, where it cools and exits as a dense, ground-hugging rolling fog effect. Chicken wire inside the bin keeps the ice elevated while letting chilled fog pass through freely. The build requires no specialized tools and is explicitly designed to be family-friendly.

Wicked Makers· 509,982 views
DIY Halloween Props - Mason Jar Hanging Lights (Solar Powered!)
6:37
Lighting TutorialsBeginner~$7 per unit

DIY Halloween Props - Mason Jar Hanging Lights (Solar Powered!)

Wicked Makers hosts Jaimie and Jay walk through building budget-friendly solar-powered Halloween lanterns using mason jars wrapped in dyed creepy cloth styled to resemble Spanish moss. The finished lights carry a swamp or New Orleans vibe that complements graveyard yard haunts perfectly. With a reported materials cost of around $7 each, these lanterns are designed to be durable, weather-friendly, and reusable season after season.

Wicked Makers· 285,335 views
How to assemble the X-Carve CNC machine from Inventables
10:00
OtherIntermediate

How to assemble the X-Carve CNC machine from Inventables

Wicked Makers hosts Jaimie and Jay walk through their first-time assembly experience of the 1000mm X-Carve CNC router kit from Inventables. The video documents the build process as a beginner-friendly overview rather than a strict step-by-step tutorial. The creators highlight planned future uses including sign-making, detailed part batching, pattern drawing, and a potential laser engraving add-on.

Wicked Makers· 62,742 views