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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.

7 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
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 a REANIMAL Cosplay Bunny Mask - Free Foam Templates and a Free stl 3D File
8:36
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

How to Make a REANIMAL Cosplay Bunny Mask - Free Foam Templates and a Free stl 3D File

SKS Props walks viewers through building the creepy bunny mask worn by The Girl in the horror game Reanimal, offering two parallel construction paths — EVA foam using free downloadable PDF templates, or 3D printing using a free STL file. The tutorial covers the full workflow from cutting and shaping through surface prep and a multi-step paint and weathering finish. Both beginner and experienced makers are accommodated, with the creator explaining how each medium requires slightly different finishing approaches. The result is a screen-accurate distressed mask suitable for cosplay or Halloween use.

SKS Props· 2,597 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 Paint a Fallout NCR Cosplay Helmet - Weathering A 3D Printed Prop Using Paints and Metallics
15:04
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

How to Paint a Fallout NCR Cosplay Helmet - Weathering A 3D Printed Prop Using Paints and Metallics

SKS Props walks through the full painting and finishing process for a 3D-printed Fallout NCR Ranger helmet, transforming a raw print into a battle-worn wasteland prop. The tutorial covers base coating, layered weathering with rust effects and metallic powders, and the addition of practical details including LED lights, a metal antenna, resin-cast accessories, and tinted lenses. Techniques are clearly demonstrated and applicable to both printed and fabricated helmet builds. Free chest-armor PDF templates are also offered via the creator's website for viewers wanting to extend the build.

SKS Props· 14,303 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
DIY Foam Axe Prop!
8:23
DIY PropsIntermediate$30–$70

DIY Foam Axe Prop!

VanOaksProps walks through the full build process for a foam replica of Jack Torrance's iconic axe from The Shining, designed to be lightweight and safe for Halloween haunts and convention use. The blade and handle are both constructed from EVA foam floor mats, shaped with a heat gun and Dremel, then finished with a multi-step painting process that mimics real steel and wood grain. Sponsored Surebonder Cosplay Stik hot glue is used throughout the assembly. The result is a screen-inspired prop that is durable, convention-compliant, and visually convincing.

VanOaksProps· 21,478 views