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.

98 videos

DIY Halloween Cemetery: New Orleans-style Crypt Build
27:34
DIY PropsIntermediate

DIY Halloween Cemetery: New Orleans-style Crypt Build

VanOaksProps walks through a full large-scale crypt build inspired by the iconic above-ground tombs of New Orleans cemeteries. The project covers design through final weathered finish using accessible materials centered on XPS insulation foam. Techniques include routing decorative details, foam carving, spackling for texture, and paint weathering to achieve an authentic aged-stone look. The finished prop is designed to be lightweight and durable enough for repeated seasonal outdoor use.

VanOaksProps· 38,587 views
Star Wars Grogu Pram EVA Foam Craft Project #starwars #diycosplay #evafoam
0:14
DIY PropsBeginner

Star Wars Grogu Pram EVA Foam Craft Project #starwars #diycosplay #evafoam

This tutorial walks viewers through building a chibi-style Grogu pram/bassinet prop from EVA foam, sized to complement a Mattel 'The Child' figure as a display piece. The creator provides free downloadable PDF templates on their website to make the build accessible to all skill levels. The video covers part layout, assembly placement, and painting steps. While the build is intentionally non-screen-accurate and cartoonish, the template can be scaled up for a full cosplay-ready prop.

SKS Props· 3,656 views
Zombie Fish
0:16
DIY Props

Zombie Fish

This video from Poison Props showcases a zombie fish Halloween prop, exploring the grotesque concept of undead aquatic creatures for haunted displays. The build highlights creative prop design that takes the classic zombie theme into unexpected territory. It appears to demonstrate the finished piece and possibly the fabrication or detailing process.

POISON PROPS· 2,621 views
Saber Toothed Tiger Skull Made out of EVA Foam / Foam Clay #cosplay #cosplaycostume #sabertoothtiger
0:12
DIY PropsIntermediate

Saber Toothed Tiger Skull Made out of EVA Foam / Foam Clay #cosplay #cosplaycostume #sabertoothtiger

This short-form video showcases the creation of a saber-toothed tiger skull prop built from EVA foam and foam clay. The creator demonstrates a clever texturing technique: applying foam clay and allowing it to partially dry before attacking the surface with a wire brush to produce natural-looking striations and organic cracks. The piece is then finished with primer and paint to sell the bone-like appearance.

SKS Props· 5,892 views
Sculpting Frankensteins Monster Animatronic
0:29
DIY Animatronics

Sculpting Frankensteins Monster Animatronic

Distortions Unlimited previews their upcoming Frankenstein's Monster animatronic, a large-scale all-electric haunt prop standing approximately 7 feet tall. The piece features a shaking movement mechanic and is fully sculpted and painted in-house by the Distortions Unlimited team. Designed for high-impact haunted house scenes, this prop is positioned as a statement centerpiece for the 2026 Halloween season.

DistortionsUnlimited· 17,195 views
Hanging Meat
0:21
DIY Props

Hanging Meat

This Poison Props video showcases a hanging meat prop designed for haunted house or horror set applications. The piece evokes a slaughterhouse or butcher-horror aesthetic, adding visceral, gruesome detail to themed environments. As a product or build feature from a professional prop house, it highlights the high-quality craftsmanship Poison Props is known for.

POISON PROPS· 2,487 views
Distortions Unlimited Monster Making Behind the Scenes
4:57
DIY Animatronics

Distortions Unlimited Monster Making Behind the Scenes

This behind-the-scenes look at Distortions Unlimited showcases the multi-step process involved in crafting professional-grade Halloween monsters and animatronic props. Viewers get a glimpse into key production areas including the sculpting room, paint room, and pouring station. The video highlights the hands-on, artisan nature of the company's fabrication workflow. It serves as both a brand showcase and an inspiring peek into high-end Halloween prop manufacturing.

DistortionsUnlimited· 5,515 views
Painting and Weathering a Menpo Mask #samuraiarmor #cosplaycostume #propmaking
0:48
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

Painting and Weathering a Menpo Mask #samuraiarmor #cosplaycostume #propmaking

SKS Props walks through the painting and weathering process for a 3D-printed Menpo (oni) mask, designed to complement a previously built samurai armor set. The mask was modeled in Nomad Sculpt as a learning exercise and printed in grey PLA on a Bambu H2S. The creator shares the finished result alongside the matching armor and offers the STL file for free download on MyMiniFactory.

SKS Props· 9,577 views
6 Epic Star Wars Helmet Builds in One Marathon (DIY Props Compilation)
59:44
DIY PropsIntermediate

6 Epic Star Wars Helmet Builds in One Marathon (DIY Props Compilation)

VanOaks Props compiles six of his favorite Star Wars helmet and droid prop builds into a single hour-long marathon video. Projects span a wide range of characters — from bounty hunters and protocol droids to desert warriors — each constructed using 3D printing, paint, and hands-on prop-making techniques inspired by the original films. The video highlights weathering, lighting effects, and creative problem-solving throughout each build. Links to the individual source videos and associated files are provided in the description.

VanOaksProps· 18,040 views
We made a real WITHERED BONNIE Animatronic from FNAF!
30:06
DIY AnimatronicsAdvanced

We made a real WITHERED BONNIE Animatronic from FNAF!

Wicked Makers creators Jay and Jaimie build a life-sized Withered Bonnie animatronic inspired by FNAF 2, using a commercially available animatronic skeleton as the base. The costume layer combines hand-crafted foam pieces and 3D-printed parts, all wrapped in blue fleece and painted for screen-accurate detail. The finished character joins an expanding lineup of DIY FNAF builds from the channel, including Withered Foxy, Springtrap, and others.

Wicked Makers· 3,038,093 views
DBD Huntress Cosplay Mask #deadbydaylight #cosplay #huntresscosplay
0:13
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

DBD Huntress Cosplay Mask #deadbydaylight #cosplay #huntresscosplay

This tutorial walks through building the Huntress mask from Dead By Daylight using EVA foam shaped from free downloadable templates, then finished with a paper mache coating to capture the game's distinctive look. The creator covers the full painting and weathering process needed to sell the worn, distressed aesthetic of the mask. It's a practical, step-by-step guide suited to cosplayers and Halloween prop makers alike.

SKS Props· 2,688 views
Dead by Daylight Huntress Cosplay Mask Coming Soon! #deadbydaylight #halloweencrafts #cosplaymask
0:12
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

Dead by Daylight Huntress Cosplay Mask Coming Soon! #deadbydaylight #halloweencrafts #cosplaymask

This short teaser from SKS Props showcases progress on a Dead by Daylight Huntress cosplay mask, highlighting the painting and weathering stage of the build. Surface texturing plays a key role in achieving a convincing, game-accurate look. A full tutorial with free templates is planned for a future release.

SKS Props· 19,389 views
A Day Making Monsters for Halloween 2025
4:22
Professional Haunted Attractions

A Day Making Monsters for Halloween 2025

This behind-the-scenes look at Distortions Unlimited captures a day on the production floor as the team fabricates a range of Halloween props for 2025. Viewers watch crew members foam and detail Goblin Legend figures, paint Dragon Legends, Haunted Trees, and Super Skulls, and begin assembling Zombie Podiums. The short clip offers a rare, candid glimpse into the scale and craftsmanship of a professional Halloween prop manufacturer. It's a quick but compelling window into how commercial-grade monsters are brought to life.

DistortionsUnlimited· 14,895 views
Starship Troopers Morita 3D Printed Cosplay Prop #3dprinting #diycosplay #cosplay
0:24
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

Starship Troopers Morita 3D Printed Cosplay Prop #3dprinting #diycosplay #cosplay

This short-form video documents the finishing process for a resin-cast Morita rifle prop from Starship Troopers, built for a DragonCon group cosplay. The creator received the resin kit from a fellow prop maker and walked through removing flashing, wet sanding to reduce mold lines, painting, and applying a clear coat to achieve the desired surface texture. The build reflects a blend of classic resin casting skills and refined finishing techniques.

SKS Props· 14,260 views
Starship Troopers Cosplay Helmet and Armor #starshiptroopers #cosplay #3dprinting #movie
0:19
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

Starship Troopers Cosplay Helmet and Armor #starshiptroopers #cosplay #3dprinting #movie

The creator prepares a Starship Troopers Mobile Infantry helmet for a DragonCon group meetup by assembling a resin cast kit sourced from a fellow prop maker. The process covers removing flashing, wet sanding to reduce mold lines, painting to screen-accurate color, and applying clear coat to achieve the desired surface texture. The video offers a glimpse into working with resin versus foam fabrication, with the creator reflecting on their transition between the two materials over the years.

SKS Props· 26,318 views
Starship Troopers M3 Cosplay Helmet #starshiptroopers #cosplay #helldivers2
0:27
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

Starship Troopers M3 Cosplay Helmet #starshiptroopers #cosplay #helldivers2

The creator prepares a resin-cast Starship Troopers M3 helmet for a DragonCon group meetup, starting from a kit supplied by a fellow prop maker. The process covers flashing removal and wet sanding to clean up mold lines, followed by color-accurate painting and a textured clear-coat finish. The video offers a quick look at resin finishing techniques from a builder who has roots in resin work before transitioning to foam fabrication.

SKS Props· 36,697 views
5 Halloween Foam Projects You Need to Try
39:42
DIY PropsBeginnerlow (budget-friendly, per source description)

5 Halloween Foam Projects You Need to Try

VanOaksProps presents a compilation of five foam-based Halloween prop builds, covering a range of themes from a pirate treasure chest to a medieval torch. The projects use insulation foam, expanding foam, and EVA foam to achieve realistic, lightweight, and visually striking results. Each segment serves as a highlight reel, with links to full standalone tutorials for complete materials and painting details. The collection is pitched as accessible to both beginners and experienced prop makers on a budget.

VanOaksProps· 166,144 views
We Surprised Phil Anselmo of Pantera with a Cowboy From Hell
9:16
Prop Reviews

We Surprised Phil Anselmo of Pantera with a Cowboy From Hell

Distortions Unlimited creators Tom and Trevor surprise Pantera vocalist Phil Anselmo with a one-of-a-kind 'Cowboy From Hell' Halloween prop as a birthday gift, delivered backstage at the Ogden Theater in Denver. The gesture was organized with Pantera's team and Phil's family, and was warmly received — Phil is an avid Halloween collector who already owns several Distortions Unlimited pieces. Two days later, Pantera gave back by dedicating the song 'Broken' to Distortions Unlimited during a massive concert alongside Metallica and Suicidal Tendencies. The video wraps with a return to the Distortions Unlimited workshop, where monster-making continues as usual.

DistortionsUnlimited· 130,509 views
Making Your Halloween Props
0:26
DIY Props

Making Your Halloween Props

Distortions Unlimited offers a behind-the-scenes look at their professional Halloween prop production process, using a run of Pumpkin Witch props as the example. The video walks through each stage of fabrication from initial design and sculpture through molding, pouring, painting, and final finishing. It provides rare insight into how a commercial prop manufacturer brings a character from concept to shelf-ready product.

DistortionsUnlimited· 10,188 views
Sci Fi Horror Alien Animatronic
0:45
DIY Animatronics

Sci Fi Horror Alien Animatronic

Distortions Unlimited showcases their Xenovore animatronic, a sci-fi horror alien creature built entirely in-house. The short feature highlights the full production pipeline the studio uses, from initial concept and sculpture through mechanics, molding, and finishing paint work. With over four decades of monster-making experience, the company demonstrates the level of craftsmanship behind a professional-grade Halloween animatronic.

DistortionsUnlimited· 7,351 views
Trench Crusade Yeomen Cosplay Helmet WIP #trenchcrusade #cosplay #cosplayarmor
0:13
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

Trench Crusade Yeomen Cosplay Helmet WIP #trenchcrusade #cosplay #cosplayarmor

This work-in-progress video follows the creation of a Trench Crusade Yeomen Captain helmet cosplay build. The creator has completed the template design and filmed the fabrication process, with the project now moving into the priming and painting phase. The build draws inspiration from the dark fantasy aesthetic of the Trench Crusade skirmish game.

SKS Props· 15,480 views
How Halloween Animatronics Are Made
15:12
DIY Animatronics

How Halloween Animatronics Are Made

This behind-the-scenes video from Distortions Unlimited — a veteran American monster-making studio with over 45 years in the industry — walks viewers through the creation of four distinct Halloween animatronics and props: the Xenovore, Demon Legend Prop, Alien Incubator, and Infected. The production process spans multiple disciplines, including sculpting, molding, latex pouring, painting, welding, and mechanical work. The video offers a rare professional-level look at how large-scale Halloween animatronics go from concept to finished creature. It serves as both an educational showcase and a brand spotlight for one of the haunted attraction industry's most established manufacturers.

DistortionsUnlimited· 24,980 views
DIY vines - how to #diy #howto #art #vines #painting
0:21
DIY Props

DIY vines - how to #diy #howto #art #vines #painting

This short-form video from Horror 365 covers a DIY approach to creating realistic-looking vines for Halloween or haunted house set dressing. The content appears to blend painting and craft techniques to achieve an organic, overgrown aesthetic. With no source description or duration data available, specific details about materials and methods cannot be confirmed.

Horror 365· 1,663 views
DIY doors – painting in progress #Doors #Saw #Chainsaw #Halloween #Massacre #Gory 
0:16
DIY Props

DIY doors – painting in progress #Doors #Saw #Chainsaw #Halloween #Massacre #Gory 

This short-form clip offers a glimpse into the painting process for a set of DIY Halloween doors with a gory, massacre-inspired aesthetic. The footage appears to document a work-in-progress build from the Horror 365 channel. Given the chainsaw and massacre theming suggested by the hashtags, the doors are likely styled with distressed, blood-splattered detailing. No detailed tutorial steps or narration are evident from the available metadata.

Horror 365· 1,087 views