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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.

Movie Raptor vs. DIY Build | How I Made a Jurassic World Raptor at Home

Creator Matt Daniels of Creative Geekery takes on a full garage build of a Jurassic World-inspired raptor, combining foam carving, foam clay sculpting, and 3D-printed animatronics into a single epic documentary-style video compiled from five original episodes. The build covers the complete journey from raw materials to a finished, detailed dinosaur prop — including a custom raptor containment unit. Honest behind-the-scenes footage captures the real trial-and-error process rather than a polished step-by-step tutorial. Free build resources are offered on the creator's website for those who want to attempt their own version.

Creative Geekery· 50,563 views

🎃Gateway Manor | episode #4 | Horror 365 | Documentary |👻

9:01

Home HauntsAdvanced

🎃Gateway Manor | episode #4 | Horror 365 | Documentary |👻

This documentary episode follows the Horror 365 team and their family through the ambitious hands-on construction of Gateway Manor, a large haunted attraction facade built from the ground up. The build covers everything from setting reinforced concrete posts to framing a structure engineered to handle high winds, followed by a full painting and detailing pass. The episode emphasizes the teamwork and creative drive behind large-scale home haunt builds. It is the fourth installment in an ongoing series chronicling the project's progress.

Horror 365· 3,820 views

Making a Giant Spider! 🕷 DIY Halloween Props

10:52

DIY PropsBeginner$30–$70

Making a Giant Spider! 🕷 DIY Halloween Props

Wicked Makers' Jay and Jaimie build 'Gertie,' a giant Halloween spider prop using chicken wire as a structural armature, pipe insulation for the legs, and expanding spray foam for the body texture. The build is designed to be approachable for beginners, relying on materials readily available at hardware stores. Painting and decorative detailing bring the oversized arachnid to life as a dramatic yard haunt centerpiece. The creators note that the chicken-wire-plus-foam technique is highly adaptable for many other DIY Halloween props.

Wicked Makers· 2,446,616 views

21:36

DIY PropsIntermediate

Giant deer skull

StiltbeastStudios walks through the creation of a giant deer skull prop intended for haunted house or attraction use. Allen Hopps demonstrates his approach to building large-scale, detailed skull art with a focus on achieving a frightening, high-impact result. The build is geared toward haunt professionals and serious DIY enthusiasts looking to add impressive statement pieces to their sets.

StiltbeastStudios· 28,950 views

Bear Mask Fininsh And Post Halloween Recap

1:08:57

Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

Bear Mask Fininsh And Post Halloween Recap

StiltbeastStudios creator Allen Hopps walks through the finishing stages of a bear mask build, bringing a creature character to completion. The video also includes a post-Halloween recap, likely reflecting on the season's projects, performances, or haunt experiences. At nearly 70 minutes, it offers an in-depth look at both the craft and the creative journey behind it. This is a signature StiltbeastStudios blend of practical prop-making and behind-the-scenes haunt culture.

StiltbeastStudios· 2,191 views