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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.

LATEX MASK MAKING TALK THROUGH

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios walks viewers through the full latex mask-making process in a single consolidated overview, condensing material that is otherwise spread across many hours of separate videos. Rather than a step-by-step hands-on tutorial, this is a high-level talk-through designed to give beginners and intermediate makers a clear mental map of the entire workflow before they dive deeper. The goal is to help viewers ask smarter, more targeted questions as they pursue the craft further.

StiltbeastStudios· 33,619 views

You asked, I answered - Molding, Latex Mask Making, My Props, Merch Updates

13:37

DIY Props

You asked, I answered - Molding, Latex Mask Making, My Props, Merch Updates

Monster Tutorials hosts a Q&A session addressing viewer questions sparked by recent videos, covering topics such as latex mask making, plaster mold techniques, and an overview of the creator's own props. The video also includes a merchandise update and acknowledges collaboration with Allen from Stiltbeast Studios. It functions as both an informational follow-up and a behind-the-scenes look at the creator's workspace and projects.

Monster Tutorials· 4,775 views

Distortions Unlimited Ed Edmunds Talks Monsters and Making

2:19

Other

Distortions Unlimited Ed Edmunds Talks Monsters and Making

In this short interview-style clip, Ed Edmunds — co-owner of Distortions Unlimited and a veteran of the Halloween manufacturing industry — reflects on his lifelong passion for monsters, shares his favorite monster, and speaks candidly about the challenges and rewards of making monsters professionally. Distortions Unlimited, based in Greeley, Colorado, produces animatronics, props, masks, and costumes for haunted attractions, theme parks, and the broader Halloween market. Ed's career spans more than four decades and includes recognition through the Travel Channel series Making Monsters. The video offers an intimate glimpse into the mindset of one of Halloween's most influential craftspeople.

DistortionsUnlimited· 6,550 views

First Class Trip To Texas and Monster Camp Day One

15:14

Other

First Class Trip To Texas and Monster Camp Day One

This video follows the creator of Monster Tutorials as he travels to Dallas, Texas to attend Allen Hopp's (Stiltbeast Studios) Monster Camp, a specialized mask-making workshop. Day one captures the journey and initial experiences at the event. It functions primarily as a travel vlog and community meetup document rather than a step-by-step tutorial. Viewers get an insider glimpse into the haunter workshop culture surrounding professional latex mask making.

Monster Tutorials· 5,546 views

20:40

DIY PropsIntermediate

Making a two part mold 2

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios walks through the process of constructing a two-part mold intended for casting latex masks. The tutorial covers the key steps and considerations involved in splitting a mold correctly to produce clean, wearable results. This is the second installment in what appears to be a multi-part series on mask fabrication.

StiltbeastStudios· 51,154 views