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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.

12 videos

Started My 2025 Foam Pumpkin Build #pumpkincarving #pumpkincraft #halloweendecor
0:05
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
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
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
Beholder Pumpkin Halloween Crafts #pumpkincarving #halloweencrafts #dndinspiration
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DIY PropsIntermediate

Beholder Pumpkin Halloween Crafts #pumpkincarving #halloweencrafts #dndinspiration

This tutorial walks through the full process of transforming a craft foam pumpkin into a DnD-inspired Beholder creature prop. The build combines hot knife carving, EVA foam detailing, and foam clay sculpting to create a highly textured monster form. Painting is demonstrated using heavy body acrylics and FX paints, and a standout technique shows how to craft convincing monster eyes from Christmas bulbs and foam clay. The finished piece works equally well as Halloween decor, a haunt prop, or a tabletop game room display.

SKS Props· 2,733 views
How to Carve a Foam Pumpkin Tutorial DnD Beholder - EVA Foam Clay - Monster Eyes Halloween Decor DIY
22:58
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 Sculpting WIP - #pumpkincarving #halloweendecor #pumpkincarver
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DIY PropsIntermediate

Beholder Pumpkin Sculpting WIP - #pumpkincarving #halloweendecor #pumpkincarver

This tutorial walks through the full process of transforming a craft foam pumpkin into a DnD-inspired Beholder creature prop. The creator demonstrates hot knife cutting, adding sculptural detail with EVA HD foam and foam clay, and finishing with Liquitex acrylics and Createx airbrush paints. A standout segment covers building expressive monster eyes using Christmas bulbs and foam clay, giving the prop an eerie, lifelike quality.

SKS Props· 16,073 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
How to Carve a Foam Pumpkin Tutorial Scarecrow - EVA Foam Clay - Monster Eyes DIY Burlap Hat
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DIY PropsIntermediate

How to Carve a Foam Pumpkin Tutorial Scarecrow - EVA Foam Clay - Monster Eyes DIY Burlap Hat

SKS Props walks through a full scarecrow pumpkin build using a store-bought craft foam pumpkin as the base, enhanced with HD EVA foam and foam clay for sculpted details. The tutorial covers hot-knife carving, surface sealing, and a multi-step paint process combining Liquitex acrylics and Createx airbrush paints. A standout segment demonstrates crafting expressive monster eyes from clear Christmas bulbs and foam clay. The build is rounded out with instructions for a custom burlap hat, complete with a free downloadable PDF template.

SKS Props· 24,331 views
Building a Halloween Coffin - PART 2
8:46
DIY PropsIntermediate$20–$60

Building a Halloween Coffin - PART 2

Part 2 of VanOaksProps' Halloween coffin build focuses on transforming flat insulation foam into convincingly aged wooden planks using carving, texturing, and painting techniques. The creator walks through a toolkit of abrasive and heat-based tools to score, distress, and shape the foam surface before finishing it with paint to sell the weathered-wood illusion. The completed prop is destined to appear in an upcoming film by the Hollywood Graveyard channel, giving the build a professional real-world application.

VanOaksProps· 22,959 views
DIY Zero Tombstone - Nightmare Before Christmas
25:53
DIY PropsBeginnerlow (basic foam sheets and entry-level airbrush)

DIY Zero Tombstone - Nightmare Before Christmas

This tutorial walks through building a replica of Zero the ghost dog's tombstone from Nightmare Before Christmas using insulation foam sheets and basic carving tools. The creator positions it as an accessible beginner project requiring minimal investment. An airbrush is used for finishing, giving the prop a polished, screen-accurate painted look. It's a great themed accent piece for a graveyard yard haunt or NBC-inspired Halloween display.

Monster Tutorials· 139,193 views
Hot Wire Foam Factory Industrial Hot Knife - Unboxing and Review
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Product Reviews

Hot Wire Foam Factory Industrial Hot Knife - Unboxing and Review

This video from Monster Tutorials unboxes and reviews the Industrial Hot Knife Kit from Hot Wire Foam Factory, a tool designed for carving and sculpting foam props. The host walks viewers through the kit's contents and demonstrates how to use it, effectively doubling as an instructional guide alongside the review. It's a solid reference for haunters and prop builders considering adding a dedicated hot knife to their workshop. The presenter notes they personally use the products they recommend, lending a practical, hands-on perspective to the evaluation.

Monster Tutorials· 10,661 views