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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.

52 videos

Halloween Prop Mold Making at Distortions
0:52
DIY Props

Halloween Prop Mold Making at Distortions

This short behind-the-scenes clip offers a glimpse into the professional prop mold-making process at Distortions Unlimited, a renowned Halloween prop manufacturer. The focus is on the creation of molds for an Alien Spider Halloween prop, showcasing the scale and craft behind commercial monster fabrication. Even at just one minute, it provides an authentic look at how large-scale prop production operates at a professional level.

DistortionsUnlimited· 15,345 views
Demon Legend Professional Halloween Prop REVEAL 2025 | Distortions Unlimited
3:23
Prop Reviews

Demon Legend Professional Halloween Prop REVEAL 2025 | Distortions Unlimited

Distortions Unlimited reveals Demon Legend, a roughly 7-foot standing demon figure positioned as a professional-grade Halloween prop for 2025. The video highlights its construction—a hand-sculpted, latex-skinned, foam-filled build over a heavy-duty armature—plus poseable arms, a metal stand, and hand-applied paint. It also notes the attached cape, gauntlets, and belt costume and a removable plastic chain that can be swapped for other held items.

DistortionsUnlimited· 13,737 views
Monster Make A Wish at Distortions Unlimited
12:36
DIY Animatronics

Monster Make A Wish at Distortions Unlimited

Distortions Unlimited hosts a Make-A-Wish recipient named Jackson, whose wish was to design a Halloween prop at their shop. The team brought his concept to life by sculpting, molding, and pouring it in latex, then let him pick the paint color and activate the finished animatronic, which moves, shakes, and spits. Jackson named his creation "Crimson" and will feature it in his own yard haunt. The video blends a heartfelt charity story with a behind-the-scenes look at professional prop production.

DistortionsUnlimited· 39,918 views
Invasion of the Saucer Men Collector Display Prop and Bust by Distortions Unlimited
1:56
Prop Reviews

Invasion of the Saucer Men Collector Display Prop and Bust by Distortions Unlimited

Distortions Unlimited showcases a collector display prop and bust based on the alien from the 1957 cult film Invasion of the Saucer Men. The piece is described as a roughly 4.5-foot standing display, hand painted with a foam-filled latex skin, offered in both orange and green color options. The video also walks through the prop's lineage, tracing the molds back to creator Paul Blaisdell's originals obtained in 1983 and passed through notable hands before returning to Distortions.

DistortionsUnlimited· 3,548 views
Monster Making at Distortions Unlimited Compilation
9:49
Set Design

Monster Making at Distortions Unlimited Compilation

This compilation showcases the monster-making process at Distortions Unlimited, a long-running maker of hand-crafted Halloween props and animatronics. It walks through their workflow from design and sculpting to molding, pouring, and painting, while highlighting signature creations like the Pumpkin Witch, Colossus, the Giant Skull, and Mutant. The reel offers a behind-the-scenes look at how professional-grade haunt monsters come to life rather than a step-by-step tutorial.

DistortionsUnlimited· 45,988 views
Sculpting and Molding Our Mutant Baby Prop at Distortions Unlimited
10:44
DIY PropsPro

Sculpting and Molding Our Mutant Baby Prop at Distortions Unlimited

This behind-the-scenes video from Distortions Unlimited follows sculptor Tom Cassidy as he completes a Mutant Baby clay sculpture, after which Ed Edmunds prepares the piece for a two-piece mold build. Viewers get an authentic look at the professional prop-making pipeline inside one of the industry's most established Halloween prop studios. The video also captures day-to-day studio life, including ongoing production of various props and animatronics.

DistortionsUnlimited· 9,311 views
Make a Silicone half mask Mask $74
22:30
DIY PropsIntermediate~$74

Make a Silicone half mask Mask $74

Stiltbeast Studios walks through the process of creating a wearable silicone half mask on a budget, with the finished project coming in around $74. The tutorial is aimed at haunters and prop makers who want a professional-looking result without a massive materials investment. At 23 minutes, it covers the core steps of silicone mask fabrication in a focused, practical format.

StiltbeastStudios· 33,549 views
DIY HALLOWEEN - EASY DIY Cement Skulls Tutorial - FULL TUTORIAL ON MY CHANNEL
0:54
DIY PropsBeginner

DIY HALLOWEEN - EASY DIY Cement Skulls Tutorial - FULL TUTORIAL ON MY CHANNEL

This short teaser clip previews a cement skull DIY project from Monster Tutorials, directing viewers to the full tutorial on their YouTube channel. The video hints at a beginner-friendly approach to creating skull props using cement. It appears to be a promotional clip rather than a complete step-by-step guide.

Monster Tutorials· 8,615 views
DIY Zombie Eyes Tutorial - Super realistic living dead resin eyes!
35:32
DIY PropsIntermediate

DIY Zombie Eyes Tutorial - Super realistic living dead resin eyes!

This tutorial walks through the process of crafting highly realistic zombie eyeballs entirely from scratch using resin casting techniques. The creator demonstrates how to achieve the signature milky, cataract-like cornea effect that defines convincing undead eyes. Ball bearings serve as the core form, with mold-making compound, clay, white casting resin, and a clear epoxy topcoat used to build up the finished prop. Custom-printed iris sheets are incorporated to add lifelike detail beneath the resin layers.

Monster Tutorials· 12,099 views
Alice Cooper Guillotine Cut Off Head Prop for Stage Show Beheading
2:54
Prop Reviews

Alice Cooper Guillotine Cut Off Head Prop for Stage Show Beheading

Distortions Unlimited's Ed Edmunds showcases the officially licensed Alice Cooper Guillotine Head prop, cast from original molds created after Alice Cooper himself visited the studio for a photo session. Sculptor Lee Joyner used those references to create the likeness, and the prop traces its origins to Alice Cooper's Brutal Planet stage show. The piece is now available to collectors and fans, carrying a legacy tied to Alice Cooper's infamous guillotine stage theatrics dating back to his 1973 Billion Dollar Babies tour. Distortions Unlimited, with over 40 years of monster-making experience, has collaborated with Alice Cooper on multiple projects beyond this prop.

DistortionsUnlimited· 19,286 views
Beast Mode And Stan Makes A Mold!
2:47:39
DIY PropsAdvanced

Beast Mode And Stan Makes A Mold!

StiltbeastStudios returns with an extended behind-the-scenes session covering mold making for a beast-themed creature prop or costume piece. The video follows creators Allen and Hopps through the hands-on fabrication process, offering an in-depth look at professional-level prop and mask construction techniques used in haunted attractions. At nearly three hours, this is a deep-dive format typical of Stiltbeast's thorough workshop-style content.

StiltbeastStudios· 3,136 views
Mold-a-thon Wednesday
2:45:57
DIY PropsIntermediate

Mold-a-thon Wednesday

Stiltbeast Studios hosts an extended mold-making session covering prop and mask fabrication techniques suited for haunted attractions. The marathon-format video gives viewers an in-depth, real-time look at professional-level mold work from Allen Hopps and the Stiltbeast team. It is a practical, hands-on resource for builders looking to level up their casting and molding skills.

StiltbeastStudios· 4,685 views
Monster Camp- Mold Day Update
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DIY Props

Monster Camp- Mold Day Update

StiltbeastStudios offers a behind-the-scenes update from Monster Camp, focusing on a mold-making session for Halloween props and masks. Allen Hopps shares progress on creature mask fabrication as part of the larger Monster Camp project. The short update gives viewers a glimpse into the professional prop-building process used in haunted attraction design.

StiltbeastStudios· 1,123 views
Werewolf Foot Mold-tge Final Chapter
1:44:14
DIY PropsAdvanced

Werewolf Foot Mold-tge Final Chapter

StiltbeastStudios wraps up their werewolf foot mold series in this concluding installment, walking viewers through the final stages of the mold-making process for a werewolf foot prop or wearable piece. As the last chapter in the series, it likely covers finishing, demolding, and evaluating the completed mold. Running at over 100 minutes, the video offers an in-depth, professional-level look at creature fabrication techniques applicable to haunted attractions and costume builds.

StiltbeastStudios· 937 views
Werewolf Foot Mold 2
2:46:38
DIY PropsAdvanced

Werewolf Foot Mold 2

Stiltbeast Studios walks through the detailed process of molding and constructing a werewolf foot as part of a larger creature build. The video is an extended, in-depth session clocking in at nearly three hours, suggesting a thorough coverage of professional-grade mold-making techniques. Based on the channel's known body of work, the content likely covers layering, casting, and finishing steps needed to produce convincing wearable monster feet for haunted attraction or costume use.

StiltbeastStudios· 1,092 views
plaster head form bust
12:46
DIY PropsBeginnerlow-cost

plaster head form bust

Allen Hopps of StiltbeastStudios walks through a straightforward method for casting a generic plaster head form bust from scratch. The resulting form is a versatile shop tool useful for fitting and finishing latex masks, shaping hats, and serving as a surface for Halloween projection mapping. The process is presented as accessible and affordable, making it ideal for FX artists at any level. Having a quality head form on hand is framed as one of the most practical assets an FX workspace can have.

StiltbeastStudios· 28,060 views
DIY Alien FACEHUGGER facemask
30:22
DIY PropsIntermediate

DIY Alien FACEHUGGER facemask

Monster Tutorials walks viewers through building a wearable Facehugger prop inspired by the iconic creature from the Alien film franchise. The process covers sculpting the form in clay, creating a plaster mold, and casting the finished piece in liquid latex. A pre-made blank Facehugger option is also available through the creator's shop for those who want to skip straight to the finishing stage.

Monster Tutorials· 98,403 views
Concrete Casting
1:47:28
DIY PropsIntermediate

Concrete Casting

Stiltbeast Studios presents an in-depth look at concrete casting techniques for haunted house prop making. The video walks through the process of working with concrete as a casting medium to produce durable, realistic props and scenic elements suited for professional haunted attractions. With a runtime of nearly two hours, it offers substantial hands-on instruction from experienced prop builder Allen Hopps.

StiltbeastStudios· 1,398 views
Im A Gibbering Mouther Molder
1:53:48
DIY PropsAdvanced

Im A Gibbering Mouther Molder

StiltbeastStudios walks through the process of molding a Gibbering Mouther creature prop or wearable mask in this in-depth studio session. The video covers the hands-on mold-making stages involved in bringing a multi-eyed, mouth-covered monster design to life. At over 90 minutes, it offers an extended, detailed look at professional-grade creature fabrication techniques suitable for haunted attraction use.

StiltbeastStudios· 925 views
Distortion's Crew Feature: "Mando" Molding & Pouring | Get to Know Our Crew
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Other

Distortion's Crew Feature: "Mando" Molding & Pouring | Get to Know Our Crew

This crew profile video spotlights "Super Mando," a long-tenured Distortions Unlimited team member who has spent nearly two decades mastering mold making, latex pouring, seaming, and finishing work. The video blends a personal human-interest story — Mando's journey from Mexico to working in the U.S. Halloween industry — with a glimpse into the professional prop and mask manufacturing process at one of Halloween's most recognized studios. Distortions Unlimited is known for high-quality animatronics, masks, and props used by haunters, theme parks, and home haunters alike. The series aims to put faces to the craftsmanship behind the brand.

DistortionsUnlimited· 15,105 views
Second Half Of Shi Kumo Mold!
2:58:42
DIY PropsAdvanced

Second Half Of Shi Kumo Mold!

This extended StiltbeastStudios session with Allen Hopps covers the second half of constructing the mold for the Shi Kumo character — a detailed, professional-grade prop or mask build intended for haunted attraction use. At nearly three hours, the video dives deep into the mold-making process, making it a substantial technical resource for serious prop fabricators. Viewers follow along with a hands-on, real-time workflow typical of the Stiltbeast production style.

StiltbeastStudios· 905 views
Mold A Thon Friday!
3:39:20
DIY PropsIntermediate

Mold A Thon Friday!

A lengthy marathon-style live session from StiltbeastStudios hosted by Allen Hopps, focused on mold making and mask/prop fabrication for haunted attractions. The extended format suggests a deep dive into multiple stages of the molding and casting process in real time. Viewers can expect hands-on demonstration of techniques used in professional-level Halloween prop and mask creation.

StiltbeastStudios· 3,281 views
Mold A Shark Doot Do Doot Do...
2:37:58
DIY PropsAdvanced

Mold A Shark Doot Do Doot Do...

Stiltbeast Studios walks through the process of molding a shark character prop or mask in this lengthy, in-depth session hosted by Allen Hopps. The video covers professional-grade mold-making techniques applicable to haunted attraction prop and mask fabrication. At nearly three hours, it offers an unusually thorough look at the craft from a respected name in the haunt industry. Viewers can expect detailed, hands-on instruction consistent with Stiltbeast's signature educational style.

StiltbeastStudios· 823 views
Molding The mersapian Mask!
3:20:50
DIY PropsAdvanced

Molding The mersapian Mask!

Stiltbeast Studios' Allen Hopps walks through the molding process for an original creature mask called the Mersapian in this lengthy, in-depth session. The video covers the hands-on steps involved in taking a sculpt to a finished mold, aimed at haunted attraction prop builders and mask makers. At over three hours, it offers a thorough look at professional-level mask fabrication techniques. No source description was provided, so specific materials and tools referenced in the video are unknown.

StiltbeastStudios· 980 views