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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.

42 videos

How to Make a Warhammer 40K Cadian Lasgun - Cosplay Prop Free stl Files and EVA Foam Templates
17:28
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

How to Make a Warhammer 40K Cadian Lasgun - Cosplay Prop Free stl Files and EVA Foam Templates

This video is Part 5 in an ongoing Warhammer 40K Cadian cosplay series by SKS Props, focusing on building and finishing the iconic Cadian Lasgun from EVA foam. The creator walks through the full fabrication process using free PDF templates and STL files available on the channel website, covering cutting, shaping, priming, painting, and weathering techniques. Viewers are also invited to build their own armor and join a group cosplay at Dragon Con. The tutorial is designed to be accessible to both beginners and experienced foam builders.

SKS Props· 833 views
This Halloween Bust Follows You With Its Eyes! (DIY Monument Prop)
19:11
DIY PropsIntermediate$30–$80

This Halloween Bust Follows You With Its Eyes! (DIY Monument Prop)

VanOaksProps walks through the construction of a cemetery monument prop featuring a bust with a classic 'following eyes' optical illusion — the face appears to track viewers as they move past it. The build relies primarily on XPS foam, a cardboard tube column, and a bust sourced from a third-party supplier, finished with textured coatings and earth-tone paints to mimic aged stone. Weathering techniques including dry brushing and wash layers give the piece convincing graveyard patina. The result is a striking, customizable centerpiece suited for yard haunts, home haunts, and cemetery scenes.

VanOaksProps· 18,845 views
How to Make Gears of War Cosplay Armor out of EVA Foam - Free Templates - Marcus Fenix E-Day Costume
1:30:30
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

How to Make Gears of War Cosplay Armor out of EVA Foam - Free Templates - Marcus Fenix E-Day Costume

This comprehensive 91-minute tutorial by SKS Props walks through the complete construction of Marcus Fenix's COG armor from Gears of War using EVA foam, with free PDF templates available on the creator's website. The video consolidates nine individual build segments covering the chest, belt, shins, wrists, and pouches from initial cutting through final painting. Techniques include heat forming, wood-burn texturing, Plasti-Dip sealing, and multi-layer acrylic weathering. LED strip lighting is also incorporated for added visual impact.

SKS Props· 4,219 views
How to Make Warhammer 40K Cadian Cosplay Armor Part 3 - EVA Foam Helmet w/ Free Templates
10:00
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

How to Make Warhammer 40K Cadian Cosplay Armor Part 3 - EVA Foam Helmet w/ Free Templates

Part 3 of SKS Props' Warhammer 40K Cadian armor build series focuses on constructing the iconic Imperial Guard helmet from EVA foam. The creator provides free downloadable PDF templates on his website, designed to scale correctly across multiple paper sizes when printed via Adobe Acrobat's poster setting. The video is part of a larger group cosplay project aimed at Dragon Con, with future installments planned to cover painting and weapons.

SKS Props· 3,256 views
How to Make Warhammer 40K Cadian Cosplay Armor Part 2 - Pouches Grenades Leg Armor w/ Free Templates
13:31
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

How to Make Warhammer 40K Cadian Cosplay Armor Part 2 - Pouches Grenades Leg Armor w/ Free Templates

This is Part 2 of an ongoing series by SKS Props covering the construction of Warhammer 40K Cadian Imperial Guard cosplay armor from EVA and HD-foam. The episode focuses on lower-body components — belt, pouches, frag grenades, and leg armor — using free downloadable PDF templates the creator provides on his website. Viewers are guided through cutting, shaping, gluing, and surface-finishing techniques, with additional painting and weapons coverage planned for later installments. The project is tied to a group build destined for Dragon Con.

SKS Props· 3,913 views
How to Make Warhammer 40K Cadian Cosplay Armor Part 1 - Chest and Shoulders Free Templates / Files
12:19
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

How to Make Warhammer 40K Cadian Cosplay Armor Part 1 - Chest and Shoulders Free Templates / Files

This is the first video in a multi-part series guiding viewers through building a complete set of Warhammer 40K Cadian Imperial Guard cosplay armor from EVA foam. Part 1 concentrates on the upper body — chest, shoulders, and forearms — using free downloadable PDF templates from the creator's website. The creator walks through template printing, foam cutting, shaping, and assembly, with finishing products and 3D-printable files for additional pieces also referenced. Future installments will cover lower body construction, painting, and prop weapons.

SKS Props· 7,665 views
How to Make a Tony Tony Chopper Cosplay Hat - Free Top Hat Template / stl Antlers One Piece Cosplay
9:06
Costume TutorialsBeginner

How to Make a Tony Tony Chopper Cosplay Hat - Free Top Hat Template / stl Antlers One Piece Cosplay

This tutorial walks through building the iconic top hat worn by Tony Tony Chopper in the Netflix live-action One Piece series, using EVA foam as the primary structural material and fur fabric for surface coverage. The creator provides free downloadable PDF foam templates and free STL files for the 3D-printed antlers, making the project highly accessible. The construction method is general enough that viewers can adapt it to create any custom top hat design. At under ten minutes, the video is concise and beginner-friendly.

SKS Props· 5,291 views
How to Make a Saber Toothed Tiger Skull out of EVA Foam - Cosplay Helmet or Armor - Free Template
18:23
DIY PropsIntermediate

How to Make a Saber Toothed Tiger Skull out of EVA Foam - Cosplay Helmet or Armor - Free Template

SKS Props walks through the full build and paint process for a wearable saber-toothed tiger skull made from HD foam, complete with a free downloadable PDF template. The tutorial covers shaping and assembling all skull components from foam, then sealing and painting to achieve a convincingly weathered, primal look using acrylics, graphite powder, rust effects, and metallic sprays. Because the finished piece is lightweight and wearable, it works equally well as a cosplay helmet, mask, or Halloween costume centerpiece. Printing instructions for the multi-sheet PDF template are also included.

SKS Props· 9,299 views
Fallout NCR Cosplay Painting / Weathering #fallout #falloutcosplay #cosplay
0:34
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

Fallout NCR Cosplay Painting / Weathering #fallout #falloutcosplay #cosplay

This short-form tutorial from SKS Props focuses on painting and weathering EVA HD-Foam NCR chest armor from the Fallout universe. The creator walks through layering paints, metallics, rust effects, and graphite powder to achieve a convincing wasteland-worn look. Free downloadable PDF templates are available for those who want to build the armor from scratch. The video is a companion piece to a fuller build tutorial on the channel.

SKS Props· 4,709 views
How to Make Fallout NCR Cosplay Chest Armor - Free Foam Template - Paint Foam to Look Like Metal
13:52
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

How to Make Fallout NCR Cosplay Chest Armor - Free Foam Template - Paint Foam to Look Like Metal

This tutorial walks through building Fallout NCR chest armor from HD foam using a free downloadable PDF template. The creator covers the full fabrication process from cutting and shaping foam to assembling the chest piece, then dives deep into a multi-step painting and weathering workflow designed to make lightweight foam convincingly resemble battered wasteland metal. Techniques include sealing, base coating, metallic sprays, graphite powder, and rust effects to achieve an authentic worn look.

SKS Props· 12,657 views
How to Make Fallout Combat Armor Part 4 Legs - Free EVA Foam PDF Templates for Thighs Knees & Shins
8:19
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

How to Make Fallout Combat Armor Part 4 Legs - Free EVA Foam PDF Templates for Thighs Knees & Shins

Part 4 of SKS Props' ongoing Fallout Combat Armor series focuses on building the leg components — thighs, knees, and shins — from EVA foam using free downloadable PDF templates. The creator walks through assembly steps including cutting, heat shaping, gluing, and surface finishing to replicate the iconic in-game look. Free chest armor templates are also available on the creator's website, and printing instructions using Adobe Acrobat's poster setting are provided for accurate multi-page scaling.

SKS Props· 3,771 views
How to Make Fallout Cosplay Combat Armor Part 3 - Shoulder and Forearm - Free EVA Foam PDF Templates
8:41
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

How to Make Fallout Cosplay Combat Armor Part 3 - Shoulder and Forearm - Free EVA Foam PDF Templates

Part 3 of SKS Props' Fallout Combat Armor series focuses on building the shoulder and forearm pieces from EVA foam, with free downloadable PDF templates available on the creator's website. The tutorial walks through cutting, sanding, and embossing foam to convincingly mimic the look of leather and metal surfaces. Finishing steps include sealing and painting techniques to achieve a weathered, game-accurate appearance. This installment builds directly on the chest armor covered in earlier episodes of the series.

SKS Props· 4,935 views
How To Make A Mari Lwyd Horse Skull Out Of EVA Foam - Free Template Welsh Christmas Tradition Part 2
11:32
DIY PropsIntermediate

How To Make A Mari Lwyd Horse Skull Out Of EVA Foam - Free Template Welsh Christmas Tradition Part 2

This tutorial by SKS Props walks through building a lightweight, wearable Mari Lwyd horse skull from HD foam using a free downloadable template. The Mari Lwyd is a Welsh folk tradition in which a decorated horse skull is carried door-to-door for rhyming competitions. A standout feature of this build is a pull-string mechanism that opens and closes the jaw, making it interactive and performance-ready. The finished prop is embellished with ornaments, ribbons, and bells to match the festive nature of the tradition.

SKS Props· 3,122 views
How To Make A Mari Lwyd Horse Skull Out Of EVA Foam - Free Template - Welsh Christmas Tradition
17:12
DIY PropsIntermediate

How To Make A Mari Lwyd Horse Skull Out Of EVA Foam - Free Template - Welsh Christmas Tradition

SKS Props walks through the full construction of a Mari Lwyd horse skull — a prop rooted in Welsh holiday folklore — entirely from HD EVA foam using a free downloadable template. The build is notably lightweight, making it practical to carry or wear during the traditional door-to-door rhyming challenge. A pull-string mechanism is incorporated to open and close the jaw, elevating it from static prop to interactive puppet. The finished skull is decorated with ears, ornaments, ribbons, and bells in keeping with the authentic tradition.

SKS Props· 8,882 views
How To Make A Bioshock Splicer Mask - Masquerade Rabbit Cosplay - Free EVA Foam Templates
10:07
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

How To Make A Bioshock Splicer Mask - Masquerade Rabbit Cosplay - Free EVA Foam Templates

This tutorial walks through the full process of building a wearable Bioshock Splicer Rabbit masquerade mask from EVA foam using free downloadable templates. The creator covers cutting and shaping the foam, assembling the form, and applying a detailed hand-painted and weathered finish using Liquitex and Golden acrylics. A final application of perma blood adds a gory, distressed look faithful to the game's aesthetic. The result is a lightweight, screen-accurate cosplay prop suitable for Halloween or conventions.

SKS Props· 3,258 views
Starship Troopers Cosplay Upgrades - Resin Cast M3 Helmet and 3D Printed Morita Finishing Techniques
13:09
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

Starship Troopers Cosplay Upgrades - Resin Cast M3 Helmet and 3D Printed Morita Finishing Techniques

SKS Props creator walks through the finishing process for a Starship Troopers Mobile Infantry cosplay build, focusing on a resin-cast M3 tactical helmet and a 3D-printed Morita rifle. The tutorial covers surface preparation, painting, and weathering techniques applied to HD EVA foam armor components, which are praised for their light weight and paint-friendly surface. Free PDF templates for the chest and helmet are available on the creator's website, and all materials and sourcing links are provided in the description.

SKS Props· 4,300 views
How I Made Enoch from Over the Garden Wall Art Toy Foam Pumpkin Carving DIY Halloween Craft
11:24
DIY PropsIntermediate$20–$60

How I Made Enoch from Over the Garden Wall Art Toy Foam Pumpkin Carving DIY Halloween Craft

SKS Props walks through the creation of a poseable Enoch art-toy figure from the animated series Over the Garden Wall, built on a small craft-store foam pumpkin as his head. The pumpkin is carved, drilled, and hand-painted, while a sewn canvas body, wire spine and limbs, and metal trim details bring the character to life as a fully articulated Halloween display piece. The build blends foam fabrication, basic sewing, and wire armature techniques into a compact fan-art collectible. It suits both personal Halloween décor and community haunt displays.

SKS Props· 4,373 views
How To Make Pyramid Head's Great Knife from Silent Hill 2 - EVA Foam Cosplay Build Free Templates
10:25
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

How To Make Pyramid Head's Great Knife from Silent Hill 2 - EVA Foam Cosplay Build Free Templates

SKS Props walks through a full foam fabrication build of Pyramid Head's iconic Great Knife from Silent Hill 2, referencing imagery from the remake for game-accurate proportions. The finished prop is constructed from HD-Foam, keeping the oversized blade surprisingly lightweight despite its dramatic scale. Surface texture is achieved using Flex Seal as a base coat, followed by layered acrylic paints and specialty mediums for a battle-worn, rusted metal appearance. Free downloadable PDF templates are provided to help builders of any level get started.

SKS Props· 22,933 views
How to Make Devil Sword Dante EVA Foam Cosplay Sword from Devil May Cry 5 - Free Foam PDF Templates
17:49
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

How to Make Devil Sword Dante EVA Foam Cosplay Sword from Devil May Cry 5 - Free Foam PDF Templates

SKS Props walks through the full build process for a large-scale EVA foam replica of Dante's Devil Sword from Devil May Cry 5, completed in time for DragonCon. The finished prop spans roughly 62 inches and weighs approximately 2.5 pounds thanks to a lightweight EVA foam and foam clay construction. Free downloadable PDF templates are available on the creator's website to help viewers replicate the build. The tutorial covers everything from cutting and shaping the foam core to sealing, priming, and painting the blade's signature Damascus-style pattern.

SKS Props· 13,624 views
How to Make a Plague Doctor Steampunk Mask Free PDF Pattern for Foam or Leather Easy DIY Tutorial
15:17
Costume TutorialsBeginner

How to Make a Plague Doctor Steampunk Mask Free PDF Pattern for Foam or Leather Easy DIY Tutorial

SKS Props walks viewers through building a steampunk-style plague doctor mask from EVA foam using a free downloadable PDF pattern compatible with 4mm or 6mm foam — or leather. The tutorial covers the full build process from tracing and cutting the template to assembly with contact cement and super glue, then finishes with a detailed painting walkthrough using Liquitex acrylics and a weathered rust effect. Designed to be accessible for beginners while still delivering a polished, wearable result for Halloween or cosplay events.

SKS Props· 18,478 views
How to Make Knight Chest Armor for Cosplay - DIY EVA Foam Armor Tutorial for Oblivion Skyrim Part 1
15:27
Costume TutorialsBeginner

How to Make Knight Chest Armor for Cosplay - DIY EVA Foam Armor Tutorial for Oblivion Skyrim Part 1

SKS Props kicks off a multi-part series showing how to build EVA foam knight chest armor inspired by the Elder Scrolls / Oblivion Remastered aesthetic. Part 1 focuses on cutting, shaping, and assembling the chest plate using HD-Foam, with free downloadable PDF templates available on the creator's website. The video is paced for beginners while offering enough detail to satisfy experienced foam smiths. Painting and weathering will be covered in later installments.

SKS Props· 23,841 views
How to Make a Trench Crusade Cosplay Helmet - Free Foam Templates New Antioch Lieutenant Sallet
11:32
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

How to Make a Trench Crusade Cosplay Helmet - Free Foam Templates New Antioch Lieutenant Sallet

SKS Props walks viewers through constructing a Trench Crusade New Antioch Sallet helmet entirely from lightweight EVA foam, using freely available templates from the creator's website. The build covers cutting, heat-forming, and gluing foam pieces into a wearable helmet shell, followed by sealing and a multi-stage acrylic paint process to achieve a grimdark, battle-worn finish. Gilding and texture medium add convincing metallic depth to the completed piece.

SKS Props· 11,448 views
How to Make a Punisher Cosplay Vest - Free Foam Templates Daredevil Reborn Cosplay Foam Armor Part 2
8:44
Costume TutorialsBeginner

How to Make a Punisher Cosplay Vest - Free Foam Templates Daredevil Reborn Cosplay Foam Armor Part 2

SKS Props walks through the construction of a Punisher tactical vest inspired by the TV series and Daredevil Reborn, using lightweight EVA foam and hand-applied acrylic paints to achieve a gritty, realistic finish. The tutorial is part of an ongoing Daredevil Reborn cosplay series and is explicitly designed to be approachable for beginners. Free downloadable PDF templates are provided on the creator's website to help builders accurately cut and assemble the vest panels. Painting is done with Liquitex heavy body acrylics to replicate the worn, battle-tested look of the on-screen costume.

SKS Props· 14,858 views
How to Make a Punisher Cosplay Vest - Free Foam Templates Part 1 Daredevil Reborn Cosplay Foam Armor
16:46
Costume TutorialsBeginner

How to Make a Punisher Cosplay Vest - Free Foam Templates Part 1 Daredevil Reborn Cosplay Foam Armor

SKS Props walks viewers through building a screen-accurate Punisher armored tactical vest inspired by the TV series and Daredevil Reborn, using lightweight EVA foam and hand-applied acrylic paint. The tutorial is Part 1 of a multi-part series and is explicitly designed to be accessible to beginners while remaining useful to experienced makers. Free downloadable PDF templates are provided via the creator's website to help crafters accurately transfer and cut each panel. Finishing involves Liquitex heavy body acrylics to achieve the gritty, battle-worn aesthetic of the on-screen costume.

SKS Props· 41,438 views