Halloween Universe

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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.

77 videos

Halloween Witch Animatronic Makeover! (DOLLAR STORE CHALLENGE)
20:03
DIY AnimatronicsBeginnerUnder $20 (Dollar Tree materials only)

Halloween Witch Animatronic Makeover! (DOLLAR STORE CHALLENGE)

Wicked Makers' Jay and Jaimie take on a dollar-store-only challenge to transform Home Depot's Lethal Lily rocking-chair witch animatronic into a one-of-a-kind haunted centerpiece. Using exclusively Dollar Tree finds, they repaint the animatronic's face, upgrade her costume and staff, and add a misting cauldron smoke effect to her basket. The result is a dramatically enhanced prop that looks far more expensive than its budget origins suggest. The video is packed with quick, accessible techniques any home haunter can replicate.

Wicked Makers· 660,615 views
DIY Pirate Treasure Chest Prop
8:04
DIY PropsBeginner$10–$30

DIY Pirate Treasure Chest Prop

VanOaks Props steps outside his usual cemetery style to build a pirate-themed treasure chest entirely from foam and hot glue. The build uses XPS insulation foam for the main structure and EVA craft foam for surface detail, finished with layered acrylic paints to achieve a weathered wood-and-metal look. It's a budget-friendly, beginner-accessible project suited for pirate haunts or Halloween parties. Note: the creator issued a correction that the plank color used is burnt sienna, not raw sienna as stated in the voiceover.

VanOaksProps· 34,723 views
DIY Medieval Torch Prop
11:44
DIY PropsBeginner$20–$40

DIY Medieval Torch Prop

VanOaksProps walks through a one-day scratch build of a medieval-style torch prop using PVC pipe, craft foam, and an LED flame bulb. The build relies on accessible hardware and craft supplies, with a free downloadable template provided to guide shaping. Painting and weathering steps give the finished piece a convincing aged-iron look suitable for costumes, cosplay, or haunted displays. The project is sponsored in part by Surebonder, whose cosplay hot glue sticks are used throughout.

VanOaksProps· 68,498 views
We made a Barbie NIGHTMARE DOLLHOUSE for Halloween!
21:30
DIY PropsAdvanced

We made a Barbie NIGHTMARE DOLLHOUSE for Halloween!

Wicked Makers transforms a Barbie Dreamhouse into a horror-themed nightmare dollhouse packed with references to Scream, The Ring, Stranger Things, and Arachnophobia. Each room receives a scene-specific makeover using custom 3D-printed parts, Apoxie Sculpt miniatures, hand-painted details, and atmospheric lighting driven by an Arduino Uno R4. A micro fogger and flickering LEDs push the creepy atmosphere further, while two-way acrylic creates an eerie digital screen effect. The result is a show-stopping Halloween display piece that blends pop culture horror with serious maker craft.

Wicked Makers· 4,831,953 views
Making the Goonies Copper Bones Prop Replica
6:35
DIY PropsBeginnerunder $20

Making the Goonies Copper Bones Prop Replica

VanOaksProps walks through the process of prepping and painting a 3D-printed replica of the iconic Copper Bones skeleton key from The Goonies. The build is framed as a relaxed afternoon project, focusing primarily on surface finishing and a layered acrylic painting technique to achieve an aged, metallic patina look. A free STL model is referenced for those who want to print their own base piece. Credit is given to another creator whose technique inspired the painting approach.

VanOaksProps· 10,733 views
The Best Way To Make Fake Cornstalks!
8:05
DIY PropsBeginner$10–$30 per stalk depending on materials on hand

The Best Way To Make Fake Cornstalks!

VanOaks Props presents a budget-friendly method for building realistic-looking fake cornstalks using common craft and hardware supplies. The build centers on a PVC pipe spine wrapped with masking tape and jute rope to build up texture and form, finished with layered acrylic and spray paints. The video is inspired by and credits the Beyond1031 Ultimate Fake Cornstalk Tutorial as its source material. The result is a lightweight, reusable prop well suited for yard haunts, haunt scenery, or seasonal outdoor decorating.

VanOaksProps· 56,296 views
EASY Smoldering Log Effect using a Foam Pool Noodle!
4:23
DIY PropsBeginner$5–$15

EASY Smoldering Log Effect using a Foam Pool Noodle!

This short tutorial from VanOaksProps demonstrates how to build a convincing smoldering log effect using an inexpensive foam pool noodle as the base. The noodle is textured and painted with black and grey acrylics to mimic charred, dying embers, then lit from within using a white LED strip. Most materials can be sourced affordably at a dollar store, making this an accessible build for any skill level.

VanOaksProps· 83,133 views
We made a realistic SCREAM Animatronic!
17:30
DIY AnimatronicsIntermediate

We made a realistic SCREAM Animatronic!

Wicked Makers' Jaimie and Jay transform a Spirit Halloween pop-out animatronic called The Hauntress into a screen-accurate Ghostface character from Scream 6. The centerpiece of the build is a heavily weathered mask makeover using Apoxie Sculpt for sculpted cracks, crackle medium for texture, and airbrushed acrylic paint for a dirty, aged finish. The completed animatronic is dressed in a full Ghostface costume and prop knife, ready to deliver jump scares in a home haunt setting.

Wicked Makers· 2,423,270 views
We made a real LAST OF US Animatronic!
21:19
DIY AnimatronicsIntermediate$50–$150 (excluding base animatronic)

We made a real LAST OF US Animatronic!

Wicked Makers' Jaimie and Jay transform a Spirit Halloween Night Crawler animatronic into a screen-accurate Clicker from The Last of Us by sculpting a cordyceps mushroom bloom over the existing head. The build relies on EVA foam and foam clay for the distinctive fungal petals, with a guest airbrushing lesson adding realistic color depth. Thrifted clothing and careful gap-filling complete the creature makeover. The result is an impressive, character-specific animatronic upgrade achieved with widely available materials.

Wicked Makers· 1,765,004 views
We turned a Christmas Gift into a Horrifying MIMIC!
10:00
DIY PropsIntermediate$30–$70

We turned a Christmas Gift into a Horrifying MIMIC!

Wicked Makers' Jay and Jaimie build a holiday-themed Mimic prop — a shape-shifting monster disguised as a wrapped Christmas present, complete with fanged teeth and multiple eyes. The build uses accessible materials like foamcore, EVA foam, foam clay, and acrylic paints, making it approachable for intermediate crafters. Inspired by the iconic creature from Dungeons & Dragons and Dark Souls, the finished prop is designed to look like an innocent gift until it reveals its monstrous features. The tutorial walks through construction, sculpting, and painting to achieve a convincing and sinister holiday decoration.

Wicked Makers· 272,331 views
We made magical swirling Halloween Witch's Potions!
6:35
DIY PropsIntermediate$20–$50

We made magical swirling Halloween Witch's Potions!

Wicked Makers' Jay and Jaimie take the viral swirling potion bottle trend a step further by engineering a motorized magnetic mechanism hidden inside a DIY faux-leather spellbook to keep the mesmerizing swirl going indefinitely. Each bottle is filled with glycerin, mica powder, and food coloring to create a color-shifting storm effect, while a concealed small motor and magnets do the continuous stirring work beneath. The build is approachable for intermediate makers and fits seamlessly into witch, wizard, or fantasy Halloween themes. Detailed materials and tool lists make sourcing everything straightforward.

Wicked Makers· 552,710 views
DIY Pirate Rum Prop
6:00
DIY PropsBeginner$10–$25

DIY Pirate Rum Prop

This quick tutorial from VanOaks Props shows how to upcycle a plastic maple syrup bottle into a convincing pirate rum prop using EVA foam detailing and layered paint techniques. The build relies on common, inexpensive supplies and is completed in roughly six minutes of instruction. Weathering with multiple acrylic tones and a final clear coat gives the finished piece an aged, authentic look. It's a great low-cost accent piece for pirate-themed haunts, costumes, or Halloween displays.

VanOaksProps· 15,744 views
We made a Halloween Spellbook with a MOVING EYE!
11:43
DIY PropsBeginner$10–$30

We made a Halloween Spellbook with a MOVING EYE!

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.

Wicked Makers· 363,039 views
We made a FLOATING Bottle that pours forever! (Halloween Prop)
9:58
DIY PropsBeginner$20–$50

We made a FLOATING Bottle that pours forever! (Halloween Prop)

Wicked Makers' Jay and Jaimie build a mesmerizing Halloween prop that makes a wine bottle appear to float in mid-air while endlessly pouring colored liquid. The illusion is driven by a small recirculating water pump hidden inside a cup, with a clear acrylic tube acting as both the structural support and the hidden return channel for the liquid. The build relies on inexpensive, widely available materials and requires only basic tools, making it very accessible for first-time prop builders. The finished piece works especially well as an eye-catching indoor Halloween centerpiece or party decoration.

Wicked Makers· 305,225 views
LET'S MAKE: #StarWars Fusion Furnace/Fusion Generator - Smart Lamp Hack!
9:09
DIY PropsIntermediate$30–$80 (estimated based on lamp, filament, paints)

LET'S MAKE: #StarWars Fusion Furnace/Fusion Generator - Smart Lamp Hack!

VanOaksProps walks through a casual, build-along episode of crafting a Star Wars-inspired fusion furnace/generator prop by combining a 3D-printed shell with an off-the-shelf smart LED lamp. The build is credited to a fellow maker whose lamp-hack concept inspired the project. Painting and weathering techniques give the finished piece a worn, screen-adjacent look suitable for display in any Star Wars fan space.

VanOaksProps· 9,406 views
Turning our Dark Portal into a Christmas Decoration
11:11
Projection EffectsIntermediate

Turning our Dark Portal into a Christmas Decoration

Wicked Makers — Jaimie and Jay — transform their foam-built Halloween dark portal into a show-stopping Christmas yard prop by redecorating it as a magical gateway to the North Pole. The build leverages rear projection onto a semi-transparent fabric screen, AtmosFX Christmas digital content, and glowing LED runes carved into painted XPS foam. The video goes deeper than their original portal build, covering projector selection, positioning, and digital decorating workflow. The finished piece reportedly drew neighbors from around the block.

Wicked Makers· 102,097 views
SERIES: Haunted Mansion Home Office - Blast-Up Ghost
9:33
DIY PropsIntermediate$20–$50

SERIES: Haunted Mansion Home Office - Blast-Up Ghost

VanOaksProps builds a replica blast-up ghost prop inspired by the classic Disneyland Haunted Mansion attraction, adding it to an ongoing Haunted Mansion-themed home office collection. The build relies on accessible craft materials, acrylic paints, and airbrushing to achieve the signature look of the iconic ride prop. It sits between larger room builds as a satisfying, focused side project. The finished piece is intended as a display collectible that deepens the immersive theming of the space.

VanOaksProps· 14,319 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
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
Making Daenerys Dragon Eggs & Chest | Game of Thrones
7:45
Costume TutorialsBeginner$20–$60

Making Daenerys Dragon Eggs & Chest | Game of Thrones

This tutorial walks through creating a Daenerys-inspired costume look from Game of Thrones, combining body paint makeup with handmade dragon eggs and a decorated prop chest. The creator transforms craft store styrofoam eggs with paint and sealant, and upholsters a plain chest with vinyl and thumbtacks to evoke the iconic Targaryen aesthetic. The video blends wearable costume makeup with accessible DIY prop-making using materials sourced from common craft and hardware stores.

Madeyewlook· 105,288 views
I TRIED BECOMING THE FORTNITE LLAMA.
9:35
Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

I TRIED BECOMING THE FORTNITE LLAMA.

Creator Madeyewlook transforms herself into the iconic loot llama from Fortnite using a combination of face and body paint, DIY cardboard constructions, and theatrical adhesives. The look blends vivid purple and cyan tones with hand-crafted wearable elements to capture the colorful, boxy aesthetic of the in-game character. The tutorial showcases how accessible craft-store materials can be combined with professional-grade makeup products for a striking cosplay result.

Madeyewlook· 385,508 views
Pennywise Clown IT Doll Head DIY Tutorial
17:27
DIY PropsBeginnerlow (upcycled doll + paint)

Pennywise Clown IT Doll Head DIY Tutorial

This tutorial from Monster Tutorials walks viewers through transforming an old doll into a creepy Pennywise-inspired clown head prop. The build centers on repainting and modifying a donor doll to capture the iconic IT clown aesthetic. It's a budget-friendly project that repurposes thrift-store or discarded dolls into unsettling Halloween décor. The finished piece works equally well as a shelf prop, display piece, or haunted house accent.

Monster Tutorials· 16,083 views
Live Halloween Painting!! (Offline)
2:13:12
Halloween Decorating

Live Halloween Painting!! (Offline)

Madeyewlook hosts a live painting session in which she creates a detailed Halloween pumpkin design inspired by Nightmare Before Christmas. The stream captures the full creative process from start to finish, accompanied by a Halloween-themed Kevin Macleod music playlist. The finished pumpkin was made available for sale on her website following the broadcast.

Madeyewlook· 769,118 views