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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.

37 videos

Ultra Realistic Corpsing Technique - The Prop Shop
8:58
DIY PropsIntermediate

Ultra Realistic Corpsing Technique - The Prop Shop

Lew Gorman of GraveRot Studios joins the Hauntcast Prop Shop segment to walk through his approach to creating ultra-realistic corpsed props. The tutorial covers techniques aimed at achieving convincing decay and decomposition effects on haunt props. Viewers are directed to GraveRot Studios' Instagram for reference images of the finished results.

Hauntcast· 569 views
Corpsing a DEAD MERMAID Halloween/Haunt PROP
5:34
DIY PropsIntermediate

Corpsing a DEAD MERMAID Halloween/Haunt PROP

Haunt Former documents the corpsing process for a dead mermaid prop as part of the nautical-themed 'Port Chum' haunted attraction build at Fearville. The video walks through painting and detailing techniques used to give the mermaid a decomposed, horrifying appearance fitting for a seaside haunt environment. At just six minutes, it offers a focused, vlog-style look at one specific stage of a larger professional haunt build.

Haunt Former· 1,448 views
DIY Skull Tutorial - Make this Halloween Skull from a cheap foam wig head!!
13:43
DIY PropsBeginner$5–$15

DIY Skull Tutorial - Make this Halloween Skull from a cheap foam wig head!!

This tutorial walks viewers through converting an inexpensive foam wig head into a Halloween skull prop using a hot wire cutting knife. With just a few strategic cuts, the plain foam form takes on a convincing skull shape ready for painting, corpsing, or decorating. The creator notes the finished skull pairs well with pool noodle skeleton builds, making it a natural companion project for budget-minded haunters.

Monster Tutorials· 12,882 views
Monster Tutorials Halloween Prop Challenge Launch - Rules, Prizes, Deadlines and Q & A
23:22
DIY PropsBeginner

Monster Tutorials Halloween Prop Challenge Launch - Rules, Prizes, Deadlines and Q & A

Monster Tutorials launches its 2022 Late Summer/Halloween Prop Challenge, centered on building a Halloween prop that starts with a pool noodle torso skeleton as its base. Participants have creative freedom in how they decorate, embellish, or corpse the prop, with entries judged in two categories: Best Overall and Most Creative. Sponsored prizes include a blank latex mask gift card and jewelry store gift certificates for top finishers in each category. The video walks viewers through the challenge rules, deadlines, entry process, and answers community questions.

Monster Tutorials· 5,857 views
DIY Zombie Pirate from cheap $3 Walmart skull - Dropping Wednesday!
1:01
DIY PropsBeginnerUnder $5

DIY Zombie Pirate from cheap $3 Walmart skull - Dropping Wednesday!

This short teaser previews an upcoming tutorial showing how to transform an inexpensive store-bought skull into a zombie pirate prop using basic corpsing techniques. The creator promises impressive results from readily available, low-cost materials. The full tutorial was set to release on the channel's social media pages.

Monster Tutorials· 2,095 views
Walmart skull ☠️ corpsing tutorial. Black Tongue Curse Zombie Pirate 🏴‍☠️
0:10
DIY Props

Walmart skull ☠️ corpsing tutorial. Black Tongue Curse Zombie Pirate 🏴‍☠️

An upcoming corpsing tutorial from Monster Tutorials focused on transforming a basic Walmart skull into a themed zombie pirate character called the Black Tongue Curse. The video has not yet been released, so specific techniques and materials are not yet available. Expect a step-by-step prop modification walkthrough once the full video drops.

Monster Tutorials· 7,064 views
Noodle Skeletons Tutorials - Easy and Cheap Halloween Prop for less than $3.00
27:51
DIY PropsBeginnerUnder $3 per skeleton

Noodle Skeletons Tutorials - Easy and Cheap Halloween Prop for less than $3.00

Monster Tutorials walks viewers through building ultra-budget skeleton props using pool noodles, with this episode focusing on constructing the torso — considered the most critical section of the build. The technique is designed for haunters who need to populate a scene with many characters without spending much money. Additional installments covering the head, arms, legs, and corpsing are planned as companion videos. A downloadable PDF e-book guide is also referenced as a supplemental resource.

Monster Tutorials· 133,795 views
Halloween Store Skeleton Transformation - Burned corpse effect skeleton corpsing
30:49
DIY PropsIntermediate

Halloween Store Skeleton Transformation - Burned corpse effect skeleton corpsing

This tutorial walks through how to transform an off-the-shelf Halloween skeleton into a convincing burned-corpse prop using sculpting putty and painting techniques. The build is designed to be accessible for intermediate DIYers looking to elevate a basic store-bought prop into something far more sinister. Companion tutorials for crafting resin eyes and custom teeth are referenced to take the finished piece even further. The result is a striking charred skeleton display piece suitable for home haunts or yard haunts.

Monster Tutorials· 122,189 views
DIY Groundbreaking Zombie Prop - Corpsing a skeleton and more!
25:22
DIY PropsIntermediate$20–$60

DIY Groundbreaking Zombie Prop - Corpsing a skeleton and more!

This tutorial from Monster Tutorials walks viewers through corpsing a half skeleton and transforming it into a groundbreaking zombie prop for a Halloween graveyard display. The build uses accessible materials including a plastic skeleton and drop cloth, shaped with a heat gun to create a decayed, fleshy appearance. The finished prop is designed to appear as though a zombie is rising from the ground, making it a striking yard haunt centerpiece.

Monster Tutorials· 44,499 views
DIY Mummified Dollar Store Bat - Bat Specimen Fauxidermy Corpsing
24:47
DIY PropsBeginnerunder $10

DIY Mummified Dollar Store Bat - Bat Specimen Fauxidermy Corpsing

This Monster Tutorials project shows how to transform an inexpensive dollar store bat skeleton prop into a convincing mummified bat specimen suitable for a haunted display or curiosity collection. The build focuses on corpsing and fauxidermy techniques to give the cheap prop an aged, desiccated appearance. At roughly 25 minutes, it's an accessible project for haunters of any skill level looking to add low-cost, high-impact pieces to their décor.

Monster Tutorials· 77,949 views
How to CORPSE Animal Skeletons
4:08
DIY PropsBeginner

How to CORPSE Animal Skeletons

This short tutorial from Haunt Former introduces the corpsing technique as applied to animal skeletons, transforming bare bones into convincingly decayed, realistic Halloween props. The video is part of the HauntTober 2018 series, which focuses on seasonal prop-building content. Corpsing adds organic texture and visual horror to skeletal figures, making them far more effective in haunt and home display settings.

Haunt Former· 4,368 views
How to corpse a skeleton / 9 News DIY candy coating skeletons for your home haunt / Fix This
3:22
DIY PropsBeginner

How to corpse a skeleton / 9 News DIY candy coating skeletons for your home haunt / Fix This

This short segment features Josh Holder of The Frightmare Compound demonstrating, for a 9 News piece, how to corpse an inexpensive plastic skeleton into a convincing decomposing corpse. The technique wraps the skeleton in thin plastic, shrinks it with a heat gun, and builds up layers of dark wood stain for a weathered look. It's presented as a budget-friendly upgrade for home and garage haunts, with the recommendation to apply thin coats and layer gradually for the most realistic result.

The Frightmare Compound· 6,274 views
Wreath Challenge and some 2018 St Jude Run/Walk vlog
6:43
DIY Props

Wreath Challenge and some 2018 St Jude Run/Walk vlog

This vlog-style video from Monster Tutorials blends two segments: footage from the creator's 2018 St. Jude Run/Walk charity event and an introduction to a community Wreath Challenge with its official rules. The creator also spotlights the return of a red-corpsed ground-breaker skeleton prop. Three wreath base types — grapevine, foam, and wire — are referenced as starting points for challenge participants. The video serves as both a community rallying call and a glimpse into the creator's personal charitable endeavors.

Monster Tutorials· 4,385 views
Making a “Dead Alien” Prop | The End Haunted House Build 2018 | Part 2
4:59
DIY PropsIntermediate

Making a “Dead Alien” Prop | The End Haunted House Build 2018 | Part 2

Part 2 of Haunt Former's 2018 build series for 'The End' haunted house focuses on constructing a dead alien prop from scratch. The creator applies corpsing techniques to a skeleton base to achieve a convincing extraterrestrial corpse effect. The short runtime suggests a focused, practical demonstration of the prop-making process suited for home haunters looking to add a sci-fi horror element to their displays.

Haunt Former· 3,456 views
How to Make a CORPSE Head Halloween Prop
5:10
DIY Props

How to Make a CORPSE Head Halloween Prop

This short tutorial from Haunt Former walks viewers through building a corpse head prop using the corpsing technique — a popular method widely used in the haunted house community. The build centers on transforming a skull or skeleton head into a convincingly decayed, fleshed-out corpse prop. At just five minutes, the video is a compact, focused guide aimed at haunters looking to add realistic undead details to their setups.

Haunt Former· 5,487 views
Spider Victim Horrornament Christmas Ornament Tutorial
10:35
DIY PropsBeginner

Spider Victim Horrornament Christmas Ornament Tutorial

This tutorial from Monster Tutorials walks viewers through building a spider victim-themed Christmas ornament — dubbed a 'horrornament' — designed to hang on a horror-themed holiday tree. The build incorporates a corpsing technique using a plastic glove and is decorated with spider webbing and miniature spiders. It's presented as an accessible, beginner-friendly project for haunters who want to extend their Halloween aesthetic into the Christmas season.

Monster Tutorials· 4,764 views
Mummified Fairy and Coffin Prop PLUS the easiest way to corpse a mini skeleton ever
17:49
DIY PropsBeginnerlow-cost / budget (Dollar Tree materials)

Mummified Fairy and Coffin Prop PLUS the easiest way to corpse a mini skeleton ever

This Monster Tutorials build video walks through two budget-friendly Halloween prop projects: a mummified fairy and a small coffin, both built primarily from Dollar Tree materials. The highlight is a fast, scalable corpsing technique designed for haunters who need to produce large quantities of mini skeletons or fairy figures quickly. A companion mummified fairy tutorial is referenced for deeper detail on that specific prop. The projects are accessible to beginners and lean heavily on affordable, easy-to-source supplies.

Monster Tutorials· 35,566 views
Marshalls and Costco Halloween shopping vlog plus upcoming spirit Halloween!
5:51
Product ReviewsBeginner

Marshalls and Costco Halloween shopping vlog plus upcoming spirit Halloween!

A casual iPhone-shot vlog following the creator on Halloween shopping trips to Marshalls and Costco, with a look at whatever seasonal finds caught their eye. The video also includes a quick demonstration of corpsing a plastic skull to give it a more realistic, decayed appearance. As a bonus, the creator shares excitement about Spirit Halloween opening a location in their city.

Monster Tutorials· 2,201 views
Butcher Scene Props, Corpsed Thumbs-Up and Halloween shopping at the Dollar Store
9:25
DIY PropsBeginner

Butcher Scene Props, Corpsed Thumbs-Up and Halloween shopping at the Dollar Store

This vlog-style episode follows the creator through three Halloween activities: assembling a prop for a butcher-themed scene, mounting a corpsed thumbs-up hand, and browsing for finds at the Dollar Tree. It serves as both a casual behind-the-scenes look at a home haunter's workflow and a practical sourcing guide for budget Halloween decorating. The corpsing technique referenced builds on a separate dedicated tutorial linked by the creator.

Monster Tutorials· 7,231 views
Creepy and realistic corpsed zombie hand tutorial - Thumbs Up
34:59
DIY PropsIntermediate

Creepy and realistic corpsed zombie hand tutorial - Thumbs Up

Monster Tutorials walks viewers through creating a creepy, realistic corpsed zombie hand prop from start to finish. The 35-minute tutorial focuses on achieving a convincingly rotten, decayed look suitable for haunts or Halloween displays. A jeweler saw is referenced as a useful low-cost tool in the build process.

Monster Tutorials· 43,464 views
Halloween Pumpkin Bucket Transformation - Monster Tutorials Style
15:33
DIY PropsBeginnerunder $10

Halloween Pumpkin Bucket Transformation - Monster Tutorials Style

This Monster Tutorials project shows how to transform a standard cheap plastic pumpkin bucket into a creepy corpsed Halloween prop using readily available materials. The build centers on corpsing techniques along with hot-glue-crafted teeth and follow-me eyes to give the pumpkin an eerie, living quality. It's a budget-friendly, beginner-accessible project that can elevate a simple seasonal item into an impressive display or yard piece.

Monster Tutorials· 46,197 views
Exploded chicken helmet tutorial for my skateboarding
11:10
DIY PropsIntermediate

Exploded chicken helmet tutorial for my skateboarding

This tutorial walks through how to customize a skateboard helmet to look as though a chicken has violently exploded through it — a grotesque yet humorous wearable Halloween build. The creator blends practical safety gear with horror-prop aesthetics, resulting in a head-turning costume piece. Corpsing and creature-detailing techniques appear to be central to the build process.

Monster Tutorials· 1,715 views
Zombird - How to corpse a bird skeleton and make a zombie bird
16:54
DIY PropsBeginnerlow cost / budget-friendly

Zombird - How to corpse a bird skeleton and make a zombie bird

This Monster Tutorials video walks viewers through the process of corpsing a bird skeleton to create a creepy zombie bird prop — dubbed the 'Zombird.' The technique is described as beginner-friendly and inexpensive, making it accessible to haunters of all experience levels. The build incorporates liquid latex to simulate rotting flesh over the skeletal form, with additional linked resources covering related skills like foam work and latex flesh-making.

Monster Tutorials· 14,207 views
www.monstertutorials.com - Corpsed Severed Head Tutorial
30:29
DIY PropsIntermediate

www.monstertutorials.com - Corpsed Severed Head Tutorial

This tutorial walks viewers through transforming an inexpensive skull prop into a convincingly realistic severed head using burlap corpsing and a collection of previously released techniques. The build integrates dedicated companion tutorials for eyes, teeth, maggots, and blood to achieve a fully detailed, gory result. It is part of a broader Monster Tutorials series designed to teach layered prop-making skills step by step.

Monster Tutorials· 12,979 views