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.

69 videos

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
DIY Tusken Raider Helmet
10:41
Costume TutorialsIntermediate$30–$80

DIY Tusken Raider Helmet

This tutorial from VanOaksProps walks through building a wearable Tusken Raider helmet using duck canvas, faux leather, and hot glue as the primary construction method, with a Thingiverse 3D model as a reference or base. The build incorporates fabric shaping, leather detailing, and a multi-step paint and weathering process to achieve an authentic, battle-worn look. The video is sponsored by Surebonder, whose cordless glue gun and Cosplay Stik adhesive are featured throughout. The finished prop is suited for Star Wars cosplay or Halloween costume use.

VanOaksProps· 73,232 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
SERIES: Haunted Mansion Home Office - Stretching Room Bookcase
8:49
DIY PropsIntermediatelow (base bookcase sourced free; additional materials vary)

SERIES: Haunted Mansion Home Office - Stretching Room Bookcase

VanOaksProps continues their Haunted Mansion home office series by transforming a free IKEA Billy bookcase into a Stretching Room-inspired display piece for Haunted Mansion prop collection. Rather than building from scratch, the creator leverages IKEA hacking techniques combined with custom joinery, themed wallpaper, wood grain painting, and atmospheric lighting to achieve a cohesive themed aesthetic. The build balances budget-conscious sourcing — using a community Buy Nothing group for the base piece — with deliberate decorative detail. The result is a functional bookcase that doubles as an immersive Haunted Mansion display environment.

VanOaksProps· 17,992 views
IKEA HACKING: Star Wars Themed Bookcase | EXTREME Ikea Kallax Flip
7:35
DIY PropsIntermediate

IKEA HACKING: Star Wars Themed Bookcase | EXTREME Ikea Kallax Flip

VanOaksProps transforms a plain IKEA Kallax shelving unit into a Star Wars-themed display case worthy of a serious collector. The build combines 3D-printed greebles (detailed surface components), acrylic panels, and integrated LED lighting to give the piece a high-end, sci-fi aesthetic. Spray primer and grey enamel paint unify the finish, while custom wiring ties the lighting together neatly. The creator shares free 3D greeble files on Thingiverse so viewers can replicate the look.

VanOaksProps· 15,410 views
Side of beef vid
36:32
DIY PropsBeginnerUnder $100

Side of beef vid

Stiltbeast Studios walks through how to build a convincing side-of-beef prop for under $100 using everyday materials like pool noodles, pallet wrap, spray paint, and caulking. The technique is adaptable beyond beef — creators can modify the approach to produce pig carcasses or other animal forms. The result is a versatile hanging prop suited for butcher scenes, freezer rooms, or hillbilly murder-shack setups. At roughly 37 minutes, the video provides enough depth for even first-time prop builders to follow along.

StiltbeastStudios· 24,747 views
HOW-TO: Creepy Vines DIY
7:37
DIY PropsBeginnerlow (common/inexpensive materials)

HOW-TO: Creepy Vines DIY

VanOaksProps walks through a beginner-friendly method for building realistic creepy vines using backer rod foam, shop towels, and common craft supplies. The technique is flexible enough to suit jungle dioramas, pumpkin patches, haunted house sets, or escape room builds. Painting steps using spray paint and acrylic layering give the finished vines an organic, weathered look. The whole build relies on affordable, widely available materials making it accessible for most budgets.

VanOaksProps· 57,854 views
spray painting plastic- best primer
9:11
DIY PropsBeginner

spray painting plastic- best primer

Stiltbeast Studios tackles one of the most common frustrations in prop-making — getting paint to stick to plastic — by identifying a preferred primer through hands-on testing. The video walks through why plastic is a difficult surface to paint and what makes this particular primer perform better than alternatives. Real-world adhesion tests are shown to back up the recommendation rather than relying on speculation alone.

StiltbeastStudios· 155,466 views
Decorate For Christmas W. Me!!
24:56
Halloween Decorating

Decorate For Christmas W. Me!!

A decorating walkthrough in which the creator transforms her home into a dark, gothic Christmas space she calls a 'branchy' theme, anchored by black spray-painted branches and moody alternative holiday decor. The video leans into the creepmas and gothmas aesthetic, blending spooky sensibilities with Christmas tradition. It is a casual, personality-driven room tour rather than a step-by-step tutorial.

Jade The Libra· 41,337 views
DIY Gothic Wreath | Halloween 2020!
10:09
Halloween DecoratingBeginner$20–$50

DIY Gothic Wreath | Halloween 2020!

A beginner-friendly tutorial for building a gothic Halloween wreath using a grapevine base layered with black floral garlands, spooky accents, and spray-painted details. The creator assembles decorative elements like crows, skulls, spiders, and creepy cloth to achieve a dark, atmospheric aesthetic. The finished piece is designed to work as seasonal Halloween décor or a permanent year-round display for gothic home interiors.

Jade The Libra· 23,942 views
burlap mask tutorial scarecrow
23:37
Makeup TutorialsBeginner$20–$40

burlap mask tutorial scarecrow

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios walks through the construction of a wearable burlap scarecrow mask that is entirely latex-free and completable in roughly an hour and a half. The build relies on inexpensive, readily available materials including burlap bags, a spray sock base, and contact cement. Spray paints in earthy tones are used to finish and unify the look. The result is a convincingly creepy, lightweight scarecrow mask suitable for haunted house performers or costume use.

StiltbeastStudios· 76,870 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
DIY Rust Finish with Salt - SUPER Easy!
2:40
DIY PropsBeginnerunder $20

DIY Rust Finish with Salt - SUPER Easy!

VanOaksProps demonstrates a quick and accessible faux rust technique using common household salt, water, and metallic spray paint. This is the second rust tutorial from the channel, offering an alternate approach to achieving a convincing aged-metal look on prop hardware. The method is designed to look realistic even at close range, making it well-suited for detailed Halloween props and haunted house set pieces.

VanOaksProps· 21,553 views
Make antlers for $8
20:48
DIY PropsBeginnerUnder $10

Make antlers for $8

Allen Hopps of StiltbeastStudios walks through a budget-friendly method for crafting realistic-looking faux antlers for under $10 using common hardware-store materials. The build takes roughly an hour and requires no advanced tools or skills, making it accessible to beginners. The finished antlers are versatile enough for costumes, haunt props, or wall décor, and no animals are harmed in the process.

StiltbeastStudios· 21,157 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
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 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
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
Scenic painting eight
4:00
Set DesignIntermediate

Scenic painting eight

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios walks through a scenic painting session adding finishing details to an animated prop in the graveyard section of a professional haunted attraction. The paintwork draws stylistic inspiration from gothic horror artist Joseph Vargo, lending the piece a distinctive dark, moody aesthetic. In just four minutes, the video demonstrates how targeted paint detailing can dramatically elevate the realism and atmosphere of a haunt set piece.

StiltbeastStudios· 4,756 views
HORROR Haunted House 2016 Build Day 9 | Custom Light-Up Mummy Corpse Head
3:00
DIY PropsBeginnerunder $15

HORROR Haunted House 2016 Build Day 9 | Custom Light-Up Mummy Corpse Head

This short build episode from the HORROR 2016 haunted house series shows how to create a glowing mummy or zombie severed head using inexpensive craft-store supplies. The creator wraps a styrofoam head in bloody gauze, adds pre-owned decorative eyes, and inserts a small candle-style light before finishing with black spray paint for a grungy, aged look. The result is a spooky, atmospheric prop that fits the series' fictional Thurston Theater haunt theme. At under three minutes, it's a quick, accessible project even for first-time builders.

Haunt Former· 1,538 views
scenic painting 2
6:39
Set DesignBeginnerlow (basic house paint and spray paint)

scenic painting 2

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios demonstrates a fast scenic painting technique to transform plain wall panels into convincing faux house-exterior siding for a black-and-white themed haunt set. Using everyday tools like a yardstick and square alongside spray paint and house paint, the entire process wraps up in roughly 45 minutes. The result is a striking architectural illusion achieved with minimal materials and cost.

StiltbeastStudios· 14,509 views