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.

66 videos

Painting And Finnishing!
2:31:12
DIY PropsIntermediate

Painting And Finnishing!

This lengthy studio session with StiltbeastStudios covers the painting and finishing stages of a Halloween prop or mask build. Allen Hopps walks viewers through the detailing process used to bring a haunted attraction-quality piece to completion. At over two and a half hours, the video offers an in-depth, real-time look at professional finishing techniques applicable to props and masks alike.

StiltbeastStudios· 1,832 views
I Wanna Paint Stuff!
2:58:34
DIY PropsIntermediate

I Wanna Paint Stuff!

Allen Hopps of StiltbeastStudios leads an extended, hands-on session dedicated to painting Halloween props and masks. The long-form format suggests a deep dive into techniques rather than a quick overview, giving viewers ample time to follow along in real time. Topics likely span color theory, layering, and detailing approaches suited to haunted-attraction-quality results.

StiltbeastStudios· 1,180 views
Shark Painting!
3:20:25
DIY PropsIntermediate

Shark Painting!

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios walks through the process of painting a shark prop intended for haunted attraction or Halloween display use. The lengthy runtime suggests an in-depth, step-by-step approach to achieving a realistic and menacing finish on the piece. As with other Stiltbeast content, the focus is on professional-quality results applicable to home haunts and professional attractions alike.

StiltbeastStudios· 3,252 views
Distortions LiVE Paint Room Tour
6:23
Professional Haunted Attractions

Distortions LiVE Paint Room Tour

Distortions Unlimited co-founders Ed and Marsha lead a live walkthrough of the company's dedicated paint room, offering a rare behind-the-scenes look at how professional Halloween props get their finished look. Viewers get an inside glimpse into the production facility of one of the haunted attraction industry's most recognized prop makers. The tour highlights the scale and craftsmanship involved in bringing large-scale Halloween creations to life.

DistortionsUnlimited· 4,000 views
Baby Yoda 3- The Paintening!
47:54
DIY PropsIntermediate

Baby Yoda 3- The Paintening!

Stiltbeast Studios returns for the third installment of their Baby Yoda build series, this time focusing on the painting phase of their haunted-attraction-ready prop or mask. The episode walks through the process of bringing the character to life with color and detail work. Given the series context and channel's professional background in haunt props and masks, this is likely a detailed, technique-driven painting session aimed at a high-quality finish.

StiltbeastStudios· 7,628 views
prop head painting!
2:24:11
DIY PropsIntermediate

prop head painting!

StiltbeastStudios hosts an in-depth painting session focused on a prop head, walking viewers through the process of bringing a Halloween prop to life with paint and finishing techniques. At nearly two and a half hours, the video offers an extended, detailed look at professional-level prop painting as practiced in the haunted attraction industry. Allen Hopps shares his approach to achieving convincing, scary results on a prop suitable for haunted house environments.

StiltbeastStudios· 4,040 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
demimooregan paint
49:31
DIY Props

demimooregan paint

This Stiltbeast Studios video from Allen Hopps focuses on painting a character or prop referred to as 'Demimooregan,' likely a haunted attraction figure or costume piece. The session runs nearly an hour, suggesting an in-depth, step-by-step walkthrough of the paint process. Stiltbeast Studios is well known in the haunt industry for professional-quality prop and character work.

StiltbeastStudios· 941 views
Mask Making Tools & Supplies with Ed Edmunds | Monster Lab
1:12:32
DIY PropsIntermediate

Mask Making Tools & Supplies with Ed Edmunds | Monster Lab

In this episode of the Monster Lab instructional series, industry veteran Ed Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited walks viewers through the essential tools and supplies needed to set up a home monster-making studio. The focus is on equipping beginners and enthusiasts with the foundational knowledge to start sculpting, molding, and painting Halloween masks and props the professional way. Drawing on Distortions Unlimited's deep manufacturing background, Ed shares practical guidance on material selection and studio organization. At 73 minutes, it's a thorough orientation for anyone serious about entering the craft.

DistortionsUnlimited· 12,754 views
Painting Creepy Insects and Containment Bins | The End Haunted House Build 2018 | Part 7
3:06
Home Haunts

Painting Creepy Insects and Containment Bins | The End Haunted House Build 2018 | Part 7

This short episode is part of an ongoing build series documenting the creation of 'The End' haunted house for Halloween 2018. The focus of this installment is painting work, specifically applying paint treatments to insect props and containment bins to sell a creepy, infestation-themed set environment. As part of the HauntTober 2018 series, it captures the behind-the-scenes progress of a dedicated home haunter in the final push before Halloween.

Haunt Former· 952 views
Constructing and Painting an Alien “Body Bag” Prop | The End Haunted House Build 2018 | Part 6
4:08
DIY PropsBeginner

Constructing and Painting an Alien “Body Bag” Prop | The End Haunted House Build 2018 | Part 6

Part 6 of the 2018 End Haunted House build series covers the construction and painting of an alien body bag prop. The piece leans into a sci-fi horror aesthetic, using green plastic and fluorescent elements to sell an otherworldly, unsettling look. At just four minutes, the video is a focused, bite-sized build entry suited to haunters working on themed rooms or corridors.

Haunt Former· 4,446 views
Painting Research Lab Walls and a Creepy Crawler... | The End Haunted House Build 2018 | Part 5
4:33
Home HauntsBeginner

Painting Research Lab Walls and a Creepy Crawler... | The End Haunted House Build 2018 | Part 5

Part 5 of Haunt Former's 2018 home haunt build series follows the creator as they paint walls for a research lab-themed room inside 'The End' haunted house. The episode covers decorative painting techniques including splattering and rubbing out to achieve a grungy, atmospheric look. A creepy crawler prop is also painted during this session to tie into the room's theme.

Haunt Former· 1,925 views
Painting Apocalypse Masks
1:45:07
Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

Painting Apocalypse Masks

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios walks through the process of painting apocalypse-themed masks in this in-depth tutorial. The session covers techniques for achieving realistic, frightening finishes suited for haunted attraction use. At over 105 minutes, the video offers substantial detail on color work and character-driven painting decisions. It is well-suited for haunt builders and prop makers looking to elevate their mask finishing skills.

StiltbeastStudios· 1,769 views
Painting Frank
1:42:47
DIY PropsIntermediate

Painting Frank

Allen Hopps of StiltbeastStudios walks through the process of painting a Frankenstein-inspired prop or creature piece in this feature-length tutorial. The session covers his hands-on approach to bringing a monster character to life through paint, likely including color-building, shading, and surface detailing. At nearly two hours, it offers an in-depth look at the finishing stage of prop creation from a respected haunted attraction professional.

StiltbeastStudios· 771 views
How to Paint Tombstones
1:17:32
DIY PropsIntermediate

How to Paint Tombstones

Ben Courtney of Tombstone Factory, LLC leads this in-depth session on painting Halloween tombstones for haunted attractions and home haunts. The 78-minute class covers techniques for achieving realistic, finished-looking cemetery props. It's timed for haunters who are beginning their seasonal build-out and need guidance on taking raw tombstone forms to a polished final look.

Haunted Attraction Network· 515 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
Zombie SFX Gore Halloween Props Tutorial | Monster Lab
8:49
DIY PropsIntermediate

Zombie SFX Gore Halloween Props Tutorial | Monster Lab

Industry veteran Ed Edmunds of Distortions Unlimited walks viewers through adding realistic zombie eyes, goo, and gore details to a severed-head Halloween prop. This is episode 15 of the Monster Lab instructional series, which covers the full spectrum of mask and prop creation. The focus here is on finishing and detailing techniques that elevate a basic prop into a convincing undead showpiece.

DistortionsUnlimited· 21,408 views