Halloween Universe

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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.

22 videos

Warhammer 40K Cadian Cosplay Helmet EVA Foam #cosplay #evafoam #propmaking
0:12
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

Warhammer 40K Cadian Cosplay Helmet EVA Foam #cosplay #evafoam #propmaking

This is Part 3 of an ongoing series guiding viewers through building a complete Warhammer 40K Cadian Imperial Guard cosplay armor set from EVA foam. The episode focuses specifically on constructing the Cadian helmet using foam templates available from the creator's website. The build is part of a group cosplay project planned for Dragon Con, and viewers are encouraged to follow along and join the group. Supplementary resources including STL files for 3D-printed components and soft goods links are provided.

SKS Props· 7,042 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
Fallout NCR Ranger Cosplay Helmet WIP #fallout #falloutcosplay #cosplayer
0:22
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

Fallout NCR Ranger Cosplay Helmet WIP #fallout #falloutcosplay #cosplayer

A work-in-progress look at building a Fallout NCR Ranger helmet using a 3D printer and a file sourced from Galactic Armory. The helmet is part of a broader Fallout cosplay project that also includes EVA foam combat armor components. The creator shares tips on foam fabrication and painting techniques to achieve a realistic metallic finish.

SKS Props· 23,374 views
Mari Lwyd Snap Jaw Movement #marilwyd #christmastraditions #christmascrafts
0:16
DIY PropsIntermediate

Mari Lwyd Snap Jaw Movement #marilwyd #christmastraditions #christmascrafts

This short-form progress video from SKS Props showcases the early assembly stages of a foam Mari Lwyd horse skull build, highlighting the snap jaw movement mechanism taking shape. The creator has the core skull base forms together and notes that sanding, detail work, and decorative accessories are still ahead. The Mari Lwyd is a Welsh midwinter folk tradition featuring a decorated horse skull on a pole, making this an unusual and culturally distinctive cosplay project.

SKS Props· 8,838 views
EVA Foam Mari Lwyd Horse Skull #marilwyd #christmastraditions #furry
0:18
DIY PropsIntermediate

EVA Foam Mari Lwyd Horse Skull #marilwyd #christmastraditions #furry

This progress update from SKS Props shows early-stage construction of a Mari Lwyd horse skull mask built from EVA foam. The base shapes have been assembled and the build is heading toward a detailed, wearable skull mask with a moving jaw. Further sanding, detailing, and a craft store run for accessories are planned before the piece is complete. The Mari Lwyd is a Welsh folk tradition featuring a horse skull carried door-to-door during the winter season.

SKS Props· 14,580 views
Foam Pumpkin Projects - Halloween Decorations #pumpkincarving #halloweendecor #hauntedhouse
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DIY PropsIntermediate

Foam Pumpkin Projects - Halloween Decorations #pumpkincarving #halloweendecor #hauntedhouse

SKS Props walks through a full fabrication workflow for a decorative foam pumpkin, covering cutting, sculpting, and painting from start to finish. The build uses a craft foam pumpkin as the base, with EVA HD foam and foam clay added to create extra surface detail and a monster-inspired mimic design. Painting is demonstrated with both Liquitex acrylics and Createx airbrush paints for a polished, layered finish. A standout bonus segment shows how to craft realistic monster eyes using Christmas bulbs and foam clay.

SKS Props· 15,573 views
Creepy Lantern Prop from FOAM! - FREE Pattern
9:25
DIY PropsBeginner$10–$25

Creepy Lantern Prop from FOAM! - FREE Pattern

VanOaksProps walks through a step-by-step foam build for a medieval-style lantern suited to Halloween displays, cosplay, or LARP. The tutorial covers core EVA foam techniques including shaping, beveling, and contact cement assembly, then finishes with an aged metal texture using acrylic modeling paste. A free downloadable pattern is provided so viewers can follow along at home. The finished prop works equally well as a haunt accent piece or a wearable costume accessory.

VanOaksProps· 15,818 views
WIP Oblivion Cosplay Armor - The Back #cosplay #cosplayarmor #evafoam
0:21
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

WIP Oblivion Cosplay Armor - The Back #cosplay #cosplayarmor #evafoam

This work-in-progress video showcases the back section of a Legion armor cosplay build from The Elder Scrolls: Oblivion, constructed entirely from EVA foam. The creator is developing a full prototype with free PDF templates and a complete build tutorial planned for future release. It offers a preview of the crafting process along with the promise of accessible resources for fellow cosplayers.

SKS Props· 13,789 views
Minimizing EVA Foam Seams #cosplaytips #cosplay #foamsmith #oblivionremastered
0:35
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

Minimizing EVA Foam Seams #cosplaytips #cosplay #foamsmith #oblivionremastered

This short-form tip video from SKS Props covers techniques for minimizing visible seams when building armor pieces from EVA foam, demonstrated through work on a prototype Legion armor set inspired by Oblivion Remastered. The creator shows practical approaches to cleaner foam joins that elevate the finished look of cosplay builds. Free PDF templates and a full build video for the armor set are promised in a future release.

SKS Props· 29,428 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 Galactus Cosplay Helmet - Free Foam Template Fantastic Four Cosplay
11:33
Costume TutorialsBeginner

How to Make a Galactus Cosplay Helmet - Free Foam Template Fantastic Four Cosplay

SKS Props walks viewers through building a Galactus helmet inspired by the Fantastic Four movie using lightweight EVA foam and a free downloadable template from the creator's website. The build covers cutting and shaping foam pieces, assembling the helmet structure, and finishing with Plasti Dip sealing and hand-painted Liquitex heavy body acrylics. The tutorial is framed as approachable for beginners while still delivering a screen-inspired result. Clear ornament bulbs are incorporated as decorative accent elements on the helmet.

SKS Props· 11,879 views
How to Make an X-Men Sentinel Helmet for Superhero Cosplay Photoshoots - Free Foam Templates
17:17
Costume TutorialsBeginner

How to Make an X-Men Sentinel Helmet for Superhero Cosplay Photoshoots - Free Foam Templates

SKS Props walks viewers through building an X-Men Sentinel helmet from EVA foam using free downloadable templates. The creator demonstrates the build at a scaled-up 130% to produce an oversized severed-head photoshoot prop, though the same templates work at standard scale for a wearable cosplay helmet. The helmet is sealed with Plasti-Dip and Flexbond, then finished with Liquitex acrylics and a pumice medium for a realistic robotic texture. The creator encourages X-Men cosplayers to pair the prop with their Wolverine, Rogue, or Gambit costumes for a dramatic convention floor effect.

SKS Props· 10,130 views
Simple DIY Halloween Raven Animatronic
8:23
DIY AnimatronicsIntermediate$30–$80

Simple DIY Halloween Raven Animatronic

VanOaksProps walks viewers through building a low-tech animated raven prop inspired by a design from Bart Bussey of Morbid Manor. The build combines a store-bought crow decoration with 3D-printed mechanical parts and a slow-RPM motor to create a lifelike flapping or bobbing movement. EVA foam, Velcro, and additional feathers help polish the final look. The project is designed to deliver high visual impact without requiring complex electronics or programming.

VanOaksProps· 32,902 views
We made a real DOGDAY Animatronic!
27:55
DIY AnimatronicsPro

We made a real DOGDAY Animatronic!

Wicked Makers' Jaimie and Jay build a full-scale pneumatic DogDay animatronic inspired by the legless, imprisoned character from Poppy Playtime Chapter 3. The build combines a steel frame powered by pneumatic mechanics (sourced from haunted attraction specialists Hallucinations Creations) with a custom 3D-printed and modeled head, a wire-and-foam body armature, and a shaggy fur exterior. Animation is driven by a prop controller from Purgatory Props, and the finished piece is set inside handmade theatrical flat jail cell walls. The result joins an expanding collection of Wicked Makers' video-game-inspired Halloween animatronics.

Wicked Makers· 17,066,933 views
We made a JUMPING SPIDER Animatronic!
16:30
DIY AnimatronicsIntermediate

We made a JUMPING SPIDER Animatronic!

Wicked Makers' Jaimie and Jay transform a store-bought Spirit Halloween Jumping Spider animatronic into a glowing, game-inspired creature build. Using EVA foam, foam clay, UV resin, and fluorescent neon paint, they rebuild the spider's exterior with armored shells, spikes, and glowing orbs. The finished prop blazes under UV blacklight, turning a floppy plush animatronic into a striking yard-haunt centerpiece. The project draws on DIY cosplay fabrication techniques adapted for Halloween prop-making.

Wicked Makers· 564,591 views
Make an EVA foam fabric covered costume top hat
20:42
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

Make an EVA foam fabric covered costume top hat

StiltbeastStudios walks through the process of constructing a costume top hat using EVA foam as the structural base, then covering it with fabric for a finished, professional look. The tutorial is geared toward haunted attraction performers and costume builders who want a durable, lightweight wearable piece. Allen Hopps guides viewers through the key fabrication steps in approximately 21 minutes, making it accessible without being overly simplified.

StiltbeastStudios· 15,418 views
Building a Prop Scythe with Foam, PVC, and Hot Glue!
10:24
DIY PropsBeginner$20–$50

Building a Prop Scythe with Foam, PVC, and Hot Glue!

VanOaksProps walks through building a Grim Reaper scythe using readily available materials — EVA foam floor mats, PVC pipe, and hot glue — making this an accessible project for beginners and cosplayers alike. The blade is shaped from foam with a heat gun, mounted to a PVC handle, and finished with a Plasti-Dip base coat followed by layered acrylic paints for a realistic, weathered look. The build is designed to be completable in a few hours with minimal tools. Surebonder sponsored the video by providing their Cosplay Stik hot glue and glue gun.

VanOaksProps· 30,560 views
Making a Sunflower Monster Mask
16:37
DIY PropsIntermediate

Making a Sunflower Monster Mask

StiltBeast Studios walks through the creation of a wearable sunflower monster mask built from EVA foam. The build is aimed at haunted attraction performers and serious Halloween enthusiasts looking to craft an original creature character. The channel is creator Allen Hopps, a well-known figure in the professional haunt fabrication community. At 17 minutes, the video offers a focused look at the construction process from concept to finished mask.

StiltbeastStudios· 8,331 views
We made a real LAST OF US Animatronic!
21:19
DIY AnimatronicsIntermediate$50–$150 (excluding base animatronic)

We made a real LAST OF US Animatronic!

Wicked Makers' Jaimie and Jay transform a Spirit Halloween Night Crawler animatronic into a screen-accurate Clicker from The Last of Us by sculpting a cordyceps mushroom bloom over the existing head. The build relies on EVA foam and foam clay for the distinctive fungal petals, with a guest airbrushing lesson adding realistic color depth. Thrifted clothing and careful gap-filling complete the creature makeover. The result is an impressive, character-specific animatronic upgrade achieved with widely available materials.

Wicked Makers· 1,765,004 views
Making a Pirate Treasure Chest 💀 DIY Halloween Props
26:05
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
EVA foam horns
16:35
DIY PropsBeginner

EVA foam horns

StiltbeastStudios walks through the process of crafting horns from EVA foam, covering pattern creation and shaping techniques suitable for a wide variety of Halloween and cosplay costumes. A highlight of the tutorial is the creator's signature coating method, which finishes and seals the foam for a polished, durable result. The approachable format makes this a solid starting point for anyone new to foam fabrication.

StiltbeastStudios· 9,315 views
EVA foam top hats
1:12:37
DIY PropsIntermediate

EVA foam top hats

StiltbeastStudios creator Allen Hopps walks viewers through the process of crafting top hats from EVA foam, a lightweight and affordable alternative to traditional hat-making materials. The tutorial is geared toward haunted attraction builders and costume enthusiasts looking to create striking wearable accessories. At over an hour long, the video likely covers the full construction process from pattern cutting through finishing and shaping.

StiltbeastStudios· 1,954 views