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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.

17083 videos

DIY HALLOWEEN COFFIN - Halloween coffin made from FOAM, but looks like real WOOD!!
25:39
DIY PropsIntermediate

DIY HALLOWEEN COFFIN - Halloween coffin made from FOAM, but looks like real WOOD!!

This tutorial from Monster Tutorials walks viewers through building a full-sized Halloween coffin constructed entirely from insulation foam. Despite being made of lightweight foam, the finished prop achieves a convincingly realistic wood appearance through careful cutting and finishing techniques. The build makes use of hot wire foam cutting tools to shape the coffin, followed by texturing and painting to sell the wood-grain illusion.

Monster Tutorials· 86,502 views
Make a Halloween Ghost prop
23:09
DIY PropsBeginner~$30

Make a Halloween Ghost prop

StiltbeastStudios walks through building a roughly 5-foot Halloween ghost prop suitable for yards or haunts using polyethylene foam underlayment and a heat gun. The build is designed to be accessible and budget-friendly, coming in around $30 in materials. The video focuses on core shaping techniques that can be repeated and varied to create a whole crowd of ghost figures with distinct character.

StiltbeastStudios· 73,064 views
100 Subscriber Special - A Step Into My Haunted Room (4K)
3:19
Home Haunts

100 Subscriber Special - A Step Into My Haunted Room (4K)

To celebrate reaching 100 subscribers, GMHaunts invites viewers on a short 4K tour of their personally decorated haunted room. The video serves as a milestone celebration and atmospheric showcase rather than a step-by-step tutorial. Spirit Halloween props appear to feature prominently in the room's décor, giving the space a polished retail-prop aesthetic.

GMHaunts· 192 views
Alone In The Shop....
2:20:07
DIY Props

Alone In The Shop....

A lengthy, likely unscripted shop session with Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios, offering an extended look at Halloween prop and mask creation in a real working environment. With no formal description provided, the video appears to be an informal, fly-on-the-wall style build video spanning over two hours. Viewers get an immersive glimpse into the day-to-day workflow of a seasoned haunted-attraction prop maker. The relaxed format is a hallmark of the Stiltbeast Studios channel.

StiltbeastStudios· 2,000 views
CFX LIVE! - 12 pm Friday, September 11th, 2020
1:20:23
Product Reviews

CFX LIVE! - 12 pm Friday, September 11th, 2020

This livestream from CFX (Composite Effects) was broadcast in September 2020 as part of the Haunted Attraction Association Show and covers a wide range of company news and product highlights. Topics include currently in-stock silicone masks, gloves, sleeves, and monster suits, as well as ordering deadlines for custom made-to-order masks ahead of Halloween. The stream also addresses counterfeit scam ads, previews an upcoming raffle and Halloween costume contest, and mentions that CFX is seeking sculptors.

CFX MASKS· 2,675 views
Halloween Decor Hunting!! Joann's, Target, Kohl's...
57:48
Halloween Decorating

Halloween Decor Hunting!! Joann's, Target, Kohl's...

A multi-day Halloween decor hunting vlog visiting several major retailers including Joann's, Target, Kohl's, and HomeGoods in search of 2020 Halloween collections. The creator explores new seasonal offerings across stores, sharing finds and fall vibes with an enthusiastic, personality-driven presentation. It serves as both shopping inspiration and a casual companion watch for Halloween enthusiasts eager to see what's hitting shelves.

Jade The Libra· 128,410 views
Spirit Halloween 2020 Walkthrough Part 2 - Carryover Animatronics, Masks, Themes, and MORE!
7:58
Prop Reviews

Spirit Halloween 2020 Walkthrough Part 2 - Carryover Animatronics, Masks, Themes, and MORE!

The creator visits their local Spirit Halloween store to check out the 2020 season's current inventory, spotlighting animatronics carried over from the previous year alongside new merchandise. Highlights include a selection of Trick or Treat Studios masks and a look at the store's themed sections. The video serves as an informal in-store tour for fans eager to see what's hitting shelves before making a trip themselves.

GMHaunts· 354 views
Krampus!
2:15:41
DIY PropsAdvanced

Krampus!

StiltbeastStudios presents an in-depth Krampus-themed build session led by Allen Hopps, exploring the creation of a Krampus prop or wearable mask for haunted attraction use. At over two hours, the video offers an extensive look at the craft and artistry behind bringing this iconic holiday horror figure to life. The content draws on Allen's professional haunt experience to deliver detailed, practical instruction suitable for serious prop makers.

StiltbeastStudios· 2,453 views
Top 10 LOST Halloween Props
13:42
Other

Top 10 LOST Halloween Props

This video counts down ten or more Halloween props and products that have been lost to time — discontinued, forgotten, or no longer available to collectors and enthusiasts. The host walks through each item with apparent nostalgia, celebrating pieces of Halloween history that many fans may remember fondly. It offers a retrospective look at how the Halloween prop landscape has changed over the years.

Spooky Guy444· 32,592 views
How to paint faux stone
3:45
DIY PropsBeginner

How to paint faux stone

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios delivers a fast, beginner-friendly walkthrough on achieving a convincing stone texture with paint. The technique is versatile enough to work on individual props as well as larger set pieces. At just four minutes, it's a compact, actionable lesson designed to get creators building quickly.

StiltbeastStudios· 17,076 views
Peek-A-Boo Clown Review - Spirit Halloween | Reaper Reviews
12:38
Prop Reviews

Peek-A-Boo Clown Review - Spirit Halloween | Reaper Reviews

GMHaunts host Griffin takes an in-depth look at Spirit Halloween's Peek-A-Boo Clown animatronic prop in this Reaper Review segment. The video covers the prop's strengths and weaknesses to help viewers decide whether it's worth purchasing. It's an honest, consumer-focused breakdown of one of Spirit Halloween's featured animatronic offerings from their 2020 lineup.

GMHaunts· 449 views
Spooky Halloween Animated Props Compilation by Distortions Unlimited
2:24
Prop Reviews

Spooky Halloween Animated Props Compilation by Distortions Unlimited

Distortions Unlimited showcases a lineup of their premium hand-crafted animatronic Halloween props in this short compilation reel. Featured pieces include Lullaby, Exorcism, Gravebuster Barb, La Llorona, Jack Attack, and Mother — each designed to deliver impactful scares for home haunts, yard displays, corn mazes, and professional haunted attractions. All props are manufactured in the USA and branded under the Frightronic and Shocktronic lines. The video serves as a product highlight rather than a tutorial or walkthrough.

DistortionsUnlimited· 29,411 views
FRIDAY THE 13TH Returns to Theaters This October!
3:27
Other

FRIDAY THE 13TH Returns to Theaters This October!

This short video from Slash 'N Cast covers news about the Friday the 13th film returning to theaters for a limited theatrical engagement in October. The host points viewers toward a Fathom Events listing to find screenings near them. At roughly three minutes, it functions primarily as a news announcement rather than a tutorial or Halloween build video.

Slash 'N Cast· 3,483 views
DIY Fake Tree Stump With Spray Foam
8:11
DIY PropsBeginnerlow (many materials sourced from dollar stores and home improvement stores)

DIY Fake Tree Stump With Spray Foam

VanOaksProps walks through the full process of building a convincing fake tree stump using a 5-gallon bucket as a base form, expanding spray foam for texture, and layered acrylic and spray paints to achieve a realistic wood-and-moss finish. The build relies on inexpensive, widely available materials, making it accessible to beginners. A handy secondary use highlighted in the video is concealing a projector inside the hollow stump, adding functional value to a purely decorative prop.

VanOaksProps· 142,582 views
5 Things EVERY Halloween Haunter Needs!
7:18
Product ReviewsBeginner

5 Things EVERY Halloween Haunter Needs!

Wicked Makers hosts Jay and Jaimie run through the five tools they consider non-negotiable for any DIY Halloween prop builder or home haunter. The picks span basic cutting, bonding, and shaping tasks, covering nearly every project in their catalog. The video serves as a practical starting-point guide for newcomers and a useful checklist for seasoned haunters.

Wicked Makers· 78,907 views
Central Park - Filming Locations
15:12
Other

Central Park - Filming Locations

This video tours iconic Central Park and nearby New York City filming locations featured in movies such as Ghostbusters, Night at the Museum, and Enchanted. The host visits specific spots including the Central Park Lake, Bethesda Fountain, the Natural History Museum exterior, and streets surrounding Dana Barrett's apartment building. It serves as a guided film-tourism walk through one of cinema's most frequently used outdoor settings. While Ghostbusters locations appear to be a primary focus, several other well-known films are represented along the route.

Creative Geekery· 770 views
Cujo Finish+
1:53:04
DIY PropsAdvanced

Cujo Finish+

This StiltbeastStudios video follows Allen Hopps through the finishing stages of a Cujo-inspired creature prop or mask build, likely covering painting, detailing, and final surface work. At nearly two hours, it offers an in-depth look at the techniques used to bring a professional-quality monster piece to completion. The content sits at the intersection of wearable mask artistry and haunted attraction prop construction.

StiltbeastStudios· 2,385 views
EASY & CHEAP How to Create a Fake Heart | SFX Makeup for Beginners (CC)
12:58
Makeup TutorialsBeginnerlow cost

EASY & CHEAP How to Create a Fake Heart | SFX Makeup for Beginners (CC)

Madeyewlook walks beginners through crafting a realistic fake heart prop using children's air dry clay and alcohol-activated makeup paints. The build is straightforward and budget-friendly, relying on easily sourced materials. While the prop can be completed in a day, full hardening takes a few days, and finishing with a clear coat dramatically extends its lifespan — the creator's own heart prop has lasted four years with this method.

Madeyewlook· 96,331 views
Stu's ALIVE?! | EVERYTHING We Know About SCREAM 5 So Far...
7:54
Other

Stu's ALIVE?! | EVERYTHING We Know About SCREAM 5 So Far...

This video from Slash 'N Cast covers news and speculation surrounding the then-upcoming Scream 5, focusing on what was known at the time of release in 2020. The hosts discuss rumors and details including speculation about the possible return of the character Stu Macher. It functions as a horror news and commentary piece rather than a Halloween how-to or haunt-related tutorial.

Slash 'N Cast· 9,023 views
Lowe's Halloween 2020 Merchandise - Props and Decor Walk-Through
5:29
Product Reviews

Lowe's Halloween 2020 Merchandise - Props and Decor Walk-Through

A walkthrough of Lowe's Halloween merchandise offerings for the 2020 season, showcasing the props and decorations available in-store that year. The creator from Monster Tutorials guides viewers through the seasonal aisle, highlighting notable finds for haunters and Halloween enthusiasts. It serves as a useful preview for shoppers looking to see what retail options were on the shelf before committing to a trip or purchase.

Monster Tutorials· 14,846 views
Cojo....no...Youjo!
2:55:11
DIY Props

Cojo....no...Youjo!

This lengthy video from Stiltbeast Studios follows a prop or creature build project, likely involving a wearable mask or costume piece intended for use in a haunted attraction setting. The title's playful wordplay suggests a creative, personality-driven build session typical of the Stiltbeast channel. At nearly three hours, it likely covers the full construction process in considerable detail. No source description was provided, so specific build details remain uncertain.

StiltbeastStudios· 1,592 views
SIDNEY'S BACK! | Neve Campbell CONFIRMED for SCREAM 5
2:36
Other

SIDNEY'S BACK! | Neve Campbell CONFIRMED for SCREAM 5

This short news segment covers the confirmed return of Neve Campbell as Sidney Prescott in Scream 5, discussed by the Slash 'N Cast horror podcast channel. The video is commentary-style entertainment news rather than a Halloween DIY, tutorial, or haunt-related production. It falls outside the core Halloween Universe content categories but may appeal to horror enthusiasts who follow franchise developments.

Slash 'N Cast· 2,382 views
Wednesday Mask Paint A Thon!
3:26:34
Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

Wednesday Mask Paint A Thon!

Stiltbeast Studios hosts an extended paint-a-thon session focused on painting a Halloween mask, streamed in a marathon-length format. The session appears to walk viewers through the process of bringing a mask to life with paint and detail work. Given the channel's professional haunt background, techniques are likely geared toward achieving high-quality, haunt-ready results.

StiltbeastStudios· 67,683 views
Pre-Fall Fashion Haul + Try-On
16:37
Other

Pre-Fall Fashion Haul + Try-On

This is a sponsored pre-fall fashion haul and try-on video featuring clothing from Boohoo, showcasing pieces with an alternative and gothic-leaning aesthetic. The creator models dresses, sweaters, leggings, and tops suited for transitional autumn weather. While not a Halloween-specific video, several items lean into witchy and dark styles that overlap with Halloween costuming and seasonal haunted-aesthetic dressing.

Jade The Libra· 42,806 views