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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.

9 videos

Mari Lwyd WIP Gathering Holiday Decor For The Skull #marilwyd #christmastraditions #christmascrafts
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DIY PropsIntermediate

Mari Lwyd WIP Gathering Holiday Decor For The Skull #marilwyd #christmastraditions #christmascrafts

This work-in-progress build video covers the construction of a Mari Lwyd horse skull — a prop rooted in Welsh Christmas folklore — using lightweight HD EVA foam. The creator assembles holiday decorations such as ribbons, ornaments, and bells onto the skull and incorporates a pull-string mechanism to animate the jaw. The video also briefly addresses the Welsh pronunciation of 'Mari Lwyd' and explains the tradition of doorstep rhyming challenges. A downloadable skull template is available from the creator's website.

SKS Props· 5,781 views
How to Make a Spider Pumpkin Halloween DIY Crafts - Craft Foam Pumpkin Carving / Painting Tutorial
11:17
DIY PropsIntermediate

How to Make a Spider Pumpkin Halloween DIY Crafts - Craft Foam Pumpkin Carving / Painting Tutorial

SKS Props walks through the full build process for a spider-themed Halloween pumpkin prop using a craft foam pumpkin as the base. The tutorial covers constructing wire legs, adding sculpted details with HD EVA foam and foam clay, and texturing the piece with twine fur and Liquitex acrylic weathering. A standout finishing touch is the use of glass half domes to create convincingly reflective spider eyes. The finished prop suits both personal home décor and community haunt displays.

SKS Props· 15,659 views
Started My 2025 Foam Pumpkin Build #pumpkincarving #pumpkincraft #halloweendecor
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DIY PropsIntermediate

Started My 2025 Foam Pumpkin Build #pumpkincarving #pumpkincraft #halloweendecor

SKS Props walks through a full craft foam pumpkin build inspired by the DnD Mimic creature, covering every stage from rough cutting to finished decoration. A hot knife is used to carve the base pumpkin form, while EVA HD foam and foam clay add sculpted detail and texture. Painting is handled with a combination of Liquitex acrylics and Createx airbrush paints for a polished, layered finish. A standout technique involves crafting expressive monster eyes from Christmas bulbs and foam clay.

SKS Props· 12,015 views
How to Carve a Foam Pumpkin Tutorial DnD Beholder - EVA Foam Clay - Monster Eyes Halloween Decor DIY
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DIY PropsIntermediate

How to Carve a Foam Pumpkin Tutorial DnD Beholder - EVA Foam Clay - Monster Eyes Halloween Decor DIY

SKS Props walks through the full fabrication process for turning a standard craft foam pumpkin into a detailed Dungeons & Dragons Beholder creature. The build layers EVA foam and foam clay over the carved base to add dimensional tentacle eyes and organic textures, then finishes with Liquitex acrylics and FX paints for a convincing monster look. A standout technique involves crafting glowing monster eyes from clear Christmas bulbs wrapped in foam clay. The finished piece works equally well as Halloween décor, a haunt prop, or a D&D game-room display.

SKS Props· 19,384 views
Beholder Pumpkin Carving Project - #pumpkincarving #halloweendecor #halloweencraft #spookyseason
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DIY PropsIntermediate

Beholder Pumpkin Carving Project - #pumpkincarving #halloweendecor #halloweencraft #spookyseason

SKS Props walks through the full fabrication process for a Beholder-themed foam pumpkin, blending D&D creature design with Halloween prop-making. The build combines hot-knife foam carving, EVA foam and foam clay sculpting, and multi-layer painting with acrylics and airbrush paints. A standout detail is the handmade monster eyes constructed from Christmas bulbs wrapped in foam clay. A complete step-by-step tutorial is planned for the channel.

SKS Props· 10,949 views
Beholder Foam Pumpkin Work in Progress - #pumpkincarving  #halloween #halloweencraft
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DIY PropsIntermediate

Beholder Foam Pumpkin Work in Progress - #pumpkincarving #halloween #halloweencraft

This work-in-progress tutorial from SKS Props walks through building a Beholder-themed foam pumpkin inspired by Dungeons & Dragons. The creator demonstrates cutting a craft foam pumpkin with a hot knife, then adding sculpted detail with EVA HD foam and foam clay. Painting is handled with Liquitex acrylics and Createx airbrush paints, and a standout technique shows how to craft striking monster eyes from Christmas bulbs and foam clay.

SKS Props· 7,013 views
Beholder Pumpkin Work in Progress - #pumpkincarving #halloween #evafoam #dungeonsanddragons
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DIY PropsIntermediate

Beholder Pumpkin Work in Progress - #pumpkincarving #halloween #evafoam #dungeonsanddragons

This work-in-progress tutorial from SKS Props walks through building a Dungeons & Dragons Beholder-themed foam pumpkin from scratch. The process covers cutting a craft foam pumpkin with a hot knife, adding sculpted detail with EVA HD foam and foam clay, and finishing with Liquitex acrylics and Createx airbrush paints. A standout technique shows how to craft convincing monster eyes using Christmas bulbs wrapped in foam clay. The result is a detailed fantasy-themed Halloween prop that goes far beyond traditional pumpkin carving.

SKS Props· 4,478 views
Foam Pumpkin Carving Tutorials - #pumpkincarving #halloweendecor #pumpkinart
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DIY PropsIntermediate

Foam Pumpkin Carving Tutorials - #pumpkincarving #halloweendecor #pumpkinart

SKS Props walks through the full process of transforming a craft foam pumpkin into a detailed Halloween prop, covering hot knife cutting, EVA foam and foam clay sculpting, and a multi-layer paint finish using acrylics and airbrush paints. A standout segment demonstrates how to craft convincing monster eyes from Christmas bulbs and foam clay, giving the pumpkin a creature-like personality. The finished piece draws inspiration from DnD mimic aesthetics, making it a unique display prop beyond a standard jack-o'-lantern.

SKS Props· 20,301 views
Easy Monkey props
28:10
DIY PropsBeginnerlow / budget-friendly

Easy Monkey props

StiltbeastStudios walks through a fast, low-cost method for building small creature props using a wire armature, scrap EVA foam, and fur. The technique is demonstrated with a monkey but is easily adapted to any small animal or creature you need in multiples. The finished pieces work equally well as standalone haunted-attraction props or wearable costume accessories. Allen Hopps emphasizes speed and affordability, making this a great project for haunters on a tight budget.

StiltbeastStudios· 15,584 views