The Screening Room

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.

Prop painting techniques

StiltbeastStudios walks through two foundational prop-painting techniques — dry brushing and antiquing — that the creator relies on across nearly every prop build. The tutorial is positioned as a core skill video, making it an essential starting point for anyone entering prop fabrication. Together these methods create convincing aged, weathered, and eerie surface finishes that elevate haunt-quality props.

StiltbeastStudios· 44,957 views

18:31

DIY PropsIntermediate

corpsing2

Stiltbeast Studios returns with an updated and expanded guide to plastic corpsing, covering new tricks and techniques not included in the original video. The tutorial focuses on achieving realistic corpse-like textures and finishes on Halloween props for haunted attractions and home haunts. With nearly 20 minutes of content, it offers a deeper dive into the craft than its predecessor.

StiltbeastStudios· 57,775 views

www.monstertutorials.com - Corpsing, Painting and Finishing a skull Part 2

10:53

DIY PropsBeginner$0–$5

www.monstertutorials.com - Corpsing, Painting and Finishing a skull Part 2

This tutorial walks through transforming an inexpensive foam or cardboard skull into a convincing, creepy Halloween prop using everyday household materials. The second part of the series focuses on the corpsing, painting, and finishing stages that bring the skull to life. The approach is budget-friendly and accessible, making it suitable for first-time prop builders.

Monster Tutorials· 11,949 views

11:47

Set DesignBeginner

Aging furniture.wmv

Stiltbeast Studios walks through a fast, straightforward process for aging wooden stools to give them a convincingly old, time-worn look. The techniques shown are intended to transport props into a different era, making them suitable for renaissance festivals, haunted houses, or any period-themed environment. The tutorial emphasizes speed and simplicity, making it accessible to builders at most skill levels.

StiltbeastStudios· 3,256 views

13:43

DIY PropsIntermediate

Shrunken head

Stiltbeast Studios walks through the creation of a shrunken head prop in this roughly 14-minute build video. The channel is known for professional-quality creature and prop fabrication, so viewers can expect detailed craftsmanship and finishing techniques. The result is a macabre display piece that fits naturally into haunted house scenes, voodoo-themed rooms, or Halloween décor.

StiltbeastStudios· 18,192 views