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.

40k Cadian Cosplay Suit Up #warhammer40k #cosplay #propmaking

This installment in SKS Props' ongoing Warhammer 40K Cadian armor build series focuses on strapping the shoulder and forearm armor pieces and beginning the weathering process on the soft goods. The creator combines Dirty Down sprays with Liquitex heavy body acrylics to achieve a battle-worn, grimdark aesthetic. The series is designed to help viewers build a complete Cadian Imperial Guard cosplay in time for a group appearance at Dragon Con. Free foam templates and STL files for 3D-printed components are available via links in the description.

SKS Props· 36,706 views

I Recreated the 2-1B Droid from The Empire Strikes Back

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DIY PropsIntermediate

I Recreated the 2-1B Droid from The Empire Strikes Back

VanOaksProps walks through a detailed scratch-build recreation of the 2-1B medical droid head from The Empire Strikes Back, combining a scaled 3D-printed model with a real vintage microphone shell as its foundation. The build integrates custom greeblies, metal strip details, and coaxial connector hardware to achieve a convincing screen-inspired look. Finishing techniques include acetone vapor smoothing, layered metallic spray paints, acrylic weathering washes, and a simple LED circuit for glowing eyes. The result is a showpiece prop that balances accuracy with creative problem-solving.

VanOaksProps· 20,033 views

Spider Pumpkin Halloween Craft #halloween #halloweendecor #halloweencrafts #pumpkin carving

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DIY PropsIntermediate

Spider Pumpkin Halloween Craft #halloween #halloweendecor #halloweencrafts #pumpkin carving

This tutorial from SKS Props walks through building a spider pumpkin Halloween prop entirely from a foam pumpkin base, wire legs, EVA foam, and foam clay. The creator covers sculpting added detail, applying twine as fur for texture, and painting and weathering with Liquitex acrylics. A standout finishing touch is the use of reflective glass half-dome eyes that bring the creature to life. The finished piece suits both personal home decor and community haunt displays.

SKS Props· 6,283 views

We made SPIDER EGGS out of Trash for Halloween!

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DIY PropsBeginner$5–$15

We made SPIDER EGGS out of Trash for Halloween!

Wicked Makers hosts Jay and Jaimie demonstrate how to upcycle plastic milk jugs and water bottles into convincingly creepy spider egg sacs for Halloween. By combining recycled containers with clear Christmas ornaments, hot glue, spray paint, and acrylic washes, they create lumpy, organic-looking props at very low cost. The build is family-friendly and completable in a single afternoon, making it an accessible project for decorators of any skill level. Optional string lights can be added inside for an eerie glowing effect.

Wicked Makers· 170,268 views

Making a Pirate Treasure Chest 💀 DIY Halloween Props

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DIY PropsAdvanced

Making a Pirate Treasure Chest 💀 DIY Halloween Props

Wicked Makers hosts Jay and Jaimie build an elaborate Sea of Thieves-inspired pirate treasure chest Halloween prop from XPS and EVA foam, complete with 3D-printed skull decorations and hardware details. The build is elevated by special effects including Arduino-controlled NeoPixel glowing eyes and a hidden microfogger that breathes eerie mist from the chest. The prop is finished with layered paints, Rub n Buff, and airbrushing to achieve a weathered, cursed aesthetic. It's a full-featured, multi-discipline build that blends prop fabrication, electronics, and effects work into a single showpiece.

Wicked Makers· 410,460 views