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The Halloween Video Library

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.

52 videos

Goat Mold Part 2
3:25:17
DIY PropsAdvanced

Goat Mold Part 2

This is Part 2 of StiltbeastStudios' in-depth goat creature mold-making series, hosted by Allen Hopps. Running well over three hours, the video dives deep into the professional mold-making process used to produce high-quality creature props and masks for haunted attractions. Viewers follow along as the project progresses from where Part 1 left off, with detailed hands-on instruction throughout.

StiltbeastStudios· 866 views
Molding All The Things!
3:25:25
DIY PropsIntermediate

Molding All The Things!

This lengthy workshop-style video from Stiltbeast Studios with Allen Hopps dives deep into mold-making techniques for Halloween props and masks. Spanning over three hours, it appears to cover a broad range of molding processes applicable to haunted attraction fabrication. The session is consistent with Stiltbeast's signature approach of hands-on, professional-grade instruction aimed at serious prop builders. Specific materials and tools are not confirmed from the available metadata, so details are kept conservative.

StiltbeastStudios· 1,256 views
Molding Beast Mode The Second Half
2:38:53
DIY PropsAdvanced

Molding Beast Mode The Second Half

This lengthy studio session from StiltbeastStudios covers the second half of the molding process for an original beast creature mask or prop. Running over two and a half hours, it offers an in-depth, real-time look at professional-level mold-making techniques as practiced by experienced haunt builder Allen Hopps. The video is geared toward serious prop makers and mask artists looking to follow a complete molding workflow from a seasoned haunted-attraction professional.

StiltbeastStudios· 845 views
Two Part Plaster Mold- Beast Mode Sculpture.
2:43:24
DIY PropsAdvanced

Two Part Plaster Mold- Beast Mode Sculpture.

StiltbeastStudios walks through the full process of creating a two-part plaster mold from an original beast sculpture, a core skill in professional prop and mask fabrication. The extended runtime suggests deep coverage of every stage, from preparing the sculpture and applying mold walls to pouring and releasing the finished mold. This is the kind of foundational technique used by haunted attraction builders and mask makers to reproduce complex creature pieces at scale.

StiltbeastStudios· 1,802 views
Hepteron Mold Part 2!
2:48:36
DIY PropsAdvanced

Hepteron Mold Part 2!

This is Part 2 of StiltbeastStudios' in-depth series on molding the Hepteron creature prop, a project aimed at professional-level haunted attraction fabrication. The video runs nearly three hours, suggesting a comprehensive, step-by-step walkthrough of the mold-making process. StiltbeastStudios, known for high-end haunt prop and mask creation, guides viewers through the technical details of bringing a complex creature piece to life. This installment builds on the foundation established in Part 1 of the series.

StiltbeastStudios· 1,400 views
Mold A Bear Workshop!
4:25:56
DIY PropsAdvanced

Mold A Bear Workshop!

Stiltbeast Studios' Allen Hopps leads an extended, in-depth workshop on molding a bear character prop, likely covering the full mold-making pipeline from sculpt to finished piece. At over four hours long, this is a comprehensive, professional-level instructional session aimed at serious prop builders. The video bridges wearable mask fabrication and haunted attraction prop construction, reflecting Stiltbeast's signature blend of creature-shop craft and haunt industry expertise.

StiltbeastStudios· 1,863 views
Second Half Of Mask MOld
1:36:14
DIY PropsAdvanced

Second Half Of Mask MOld

This Stiltbeast Studios video covers the second half of a mask mold-making process, guided by Allen Hopps. Running at nearly an hour and a half, it dives deep into the technical steps involved in completing a professional-grade Halloween mask mold. The content is geared toward haunted attraction builders and prop fabricators looking to create wearable creature masks. Given the channel's reputation, viewers can expect detailed, hands-on instruction throughout.

StiltbeastStudios· 842 views
Distortions Giant WEREWOLF Sneak Peek 2020 | Halloween Prop Sculpting Behind the Scenes
2:47
DIY AnimatronicsPro

Distortions Giant WEREWOLF Sneak Peek 2020 | Halloween Prop Sculpting Behind the Scenes

This short behind-the-scenes clip from Distortions Unlimited offers a rare look at the professional prop-making process as sculptor Tom Cassidy completes the head sculpt for a giant werewolf animatronic. Company owners Ed and Marsha Edmunds evaluate the piece alongside mold makers, focusing on whether the detailed teeth could create complications during molding and casting. The finished prop was slated to debut at the Transworld Halloween and Attractions show. WED clay — a water-based, slow-drying medium originally developed for Disney animatronic work — is highlighted as the sculpting material of choice.

DistortionsUnlimited· 13,584 views
Glove Mold Part 2!
3:35:28
DIY PropsAdvanced

Glove Mold Part 2!

This is Part 2 of Allen Hopps' glove mold series from StiltbeastStudios, continuing the process of creating a professional-grade wearable creature glove mold for haunted attraction use. The video is an extended, in-depth session clocking in at over three hours, suggesting a highly detailed walkthrough of a multi-step molding process. As a continuation, viewers are expected to have foundational context from Part 1 before diving in.

StiltbeastStudios· 979 views
Molding A Glove Sculpt
2:54:50
DIY PropsAdvanced

Molding A Glove Sculpt

StiltbeastStudios walks through the full process of molding a glove sculpt in this lengthy, in-depth session running nearly three hours. The tutorial covers professional-level mold-making techniques applicable to wearable hand or glove prosthetics used in haunted attractions and costume builds. Allen Hopps brings his characteristic hands-on teaching style to guide viewers through each stage of the process.

StiltbeastStudios· 1,586 views
Make A Baby Yoda
3:19:58
DIY PropsAdvanced

Make A Baby Yoda

StiltbeastStudios walks through the full process of crafting a Baby Yoda-inspired prop or wearable character piece suitable for haunted attraction use. Running over three hours, this is an in-depth, professional-level build video from experienced creature maker Allen Hopps. The project bridges pop-culture character design with Halloween haunt applications, resulting in a detailed creature prop or costume element. Given the channel's signature style, viewers can expect sculpting, molding, and finishing techniques demonstrated from start to finish.

StiltbeastStudios· 61,365 views
Making Monsters Show Trailer | Distortions Unlimited Best Scenes
6:12
Professional Haunted Attractions

Making Monsters Show Trailer | Distortions Unlimited Best Scenes

This highlight reel draws from standout moments across Distortions Unlimited's 'Making Monsters' reality series, which aired on the Travel Channel. Viewers get a behind-the-scenes look at the professional monster-making studio, featuring key team members including Ed Edmunds, Jordu Schell, and guest Alice Cooper. The clip showcases the breadth of Distortions Unlimited's work, spanning animatronics, masks, costumes, and large-scale Halloween props. It serves as an energetic introduction to the company's craft and the personalities who bring their creatures to life.

DistortionsUnlimited· 18,834 views
How to Make Your Own Zombie MASK | Monster Lab Mash Up Tutorial
1:47:11
DIY PropsAdvanced

How to Make Your Own Zombie MASK | Monster Lab Mash Up Tutorial

Industry veteran Ed Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited leads this comprehensive tutorial on creating a form-fitting, moveable latex zombie face mask from start to finish. Drawing from multiple Monster Lab sessions, the video walks through every major stage of professional mask production: clay sculpting, mold making, latex casting, airbrushing, finishing, and hairing. With over 40 years in the Halloween manufacturing industry, Edmunds brings professional-grade techniques to a DIY-accessible format. The result is a wearable, flexible zombie mask built using the same foundational methods used in commercial prop production.

DistortionsUnlimited· 134,468 views
DIY Shrunken Heads - Part1
26:42
DIY PropsIntermediate

DIY Shrunken Heads - Part1

Part one of a two-part series from Monster Tutorials walks viewers through the complete early-stage process of creating a realistic latex shrunken head prop. The tutorial covers clay sculpting, plaster mold making, latex pouring and pulling, foam filling for structure, and applying a base coat of paint. Inspired by real-world tsantsas, the project is aimed at producing a convincingly authentic-looking oddity or haunted attraction piece. Part two continues with finishing details including hair and final painting.

Monster Tutorials· 25,606 views
molding a half mask
2:07:26
Makeup TutorialsAdvanced

molding a half mask

Stiltbeast Studios' Allen Hopps walks through the full process of molding a wearable half mask in this in-depth, feature-length tutorial. Clocking in at over two hours, the video is geared toward haunted attraction performers and prop builders who want professional-quality facial appliances. The session covers the mold-making workflow from start to finish, reflecting Stiltbeast's signature focus on practical, haunt-ready creature work.

StiltbeastStudios· 15,573 views
Top 10 Monster Lab DIY Latex Halloween Mask Making Tips
40:18
DIY PropsIntermediate

Top 10 Monster Lab DIY Latex Halloween Mask Making Tips

Distortions Unlimited founder Ed Edmunds joins fellow artists to distill their professional Monster Lab instructional series into ten essential latex mask-making tips. The video covers the full pipeline from clay sculpting and mold making to painting techniques, including how to render convincing eyes and airbrush creature skin. It serves as a highlight reel designed to funnel viewers into the full-length Monster Lab episode series for deeper instruction.

DistortionsUnlimited· 22,243 views
make a headform copy and demogorgon build
1:30:11
DIY PropsAdvanced

make a headform copy and demogorgon build

Stiltbeast Studios walks through the process of creating a copy of a headform and using it as the foundation for building a Demogorgon-inspired creature prop. The build is geared toward haunted attraction quality, combining prop fabrication techniques with wearable or display-ready monster construction. At 90 minutes, the video offers a deep-dive into the creature-making process from initial head casting through final creature assembly.

StiltbeastStudios· 3,487 views
Molding A Mask In Hydrocal
1:27:11
DIY PropsIntermediate

Molding A Mask In Hydrocal

StiltbeastStudios host Allen Hopps walks through the process of molding a mask using Hydrocal, a gypsum-based casting material commonly used in professional haunted attraction prop work. The lengthy runtime suggests a thorough, step-by-step approach covering key stages of the mold-making and casting workflow. The video bridges hobbyist DIY techniques with the professional-grade methods Allen is known for teaching.

StiltbeastStudios· 4,082 views
Shop Hang Out We Mold A Half Mask
1:22:55
DIY PropsIntermediate

Shop Hang Out We Mold A Half Mask

StiltbeastStudios hosts an extended shop hang-out session centered on molding a half mask from scratch. Allen Hopps walks viewers through the mold-making process in a relaxed, workshop setting typical of the channel's long-form content. The casual format makes technical fabrication concepts accessible while still covering practical hands-on technique.

StiltbeastStudios· 1,097 views
How to Make a Halloween Prop DIY Bloody Eyeball | Monster Lab
37:25
DIY PropsIntermediate

How to Make a Halloween Prop DIY Bloody Eyeball | Monster Lab

In this episode of the Monster Lab instructional series, Ed Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited walks viewers through the complete process of creating a gory latex bloody eyeball Halloween prop. The build covers every major stage — sculpting in clay, making a mold, casting in latex, airbrushing detail, and finishing with blood effects. Distortions Unlimited is a respected name in professional Halloween manufacturing, lending real industry credibility to the techniques shown. At 37 minutes, the video is detailed enough to give beginners a solid foundation while offering useful refinements for intermediate makers.

DistortionsUnlimited· 24,219 views
Easy DIY Cement Skulls Tutorial - here's your weekend Halloween project
17:53
DIY PropsBeginner$10–$30

Easy DIY Cement Skulls Tutorial - here's your weekend Halloween project

This tutorial walks through a beginner-friendly method for casting skulls out of cement using milk jug molds, yielding durable props suitable for multiple display contexts. The finished skulls are versatile enough to be mounted on walls, placed in fire pits, or used as landscaping accents. A companion video covering how to make the milk jug skull molds is referenced for viewers who need that prerequisite step.

Monster Tutorials· 124,610 views
Mask Maker: Removing Clay from Mask Mold
2:53
DIY PropsIntermediate

Mask Maker: Removing Clay from Mask Mold

Industry veteran Ed Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited walks through the process of removing clay from a finished mask mold and properly cleaning it for the next stage of production. The video is part of a broader Monster Lab tutorial series covering the full mask-making pipeline from sculpting through painting. Even at just three minutes, it focuses on a critical step that can affect the quality of the final pulled mask.

DistortionsUnlimited· 7,337 views
Sculpting studio
1:20:31
Makeup TutorialsAdvanced

Sculpting studio

Stiltbeast Studios walks through the first part of molding an orc half mask, capturing the process in a live hangout-style session. The recording runs just over an hour before a technical interruption cuts the stream, with a second part continuing the workflow. This is a deep-dive studio session focused on the craft of creature mask mold making rather than a polished step-by-step tutorial.

StiltbeastStudios· 6,093 views
part two orc mold!
17:01
Makeup TutorialsAdvanced

part two orc mold!

StiltbeastStudios continues their orc mask creation series in this second installment, focusing on the mold-making phase of the build. The video walks through the process of molding an orc mask, a critical step in producing a finished wearable creature piece. As part of a multi-part series, viewers get an in-depth look at professional-level mask fabrication techniques.

StiltbeastStudios· 4,405 views