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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.

17 videos

How to Make a Saber Toothed Tiger Skull out of EVA Foam - Cosplay Helmet or Armor - Free Template
18:23
DIY PropsIntermediate

How to Make a Saber Toothed Tiger Skull out of EVA Foam - Cosplay Helmet or Armor - Free Template

SKS Props walks through the full build and paint process for a wearable saber-toothed tiger skull made from HD foam, complete with a free downloadable PDF template. The tutorial covers shaping and assembling all skull components from foam, then sealing and painting to achieve a convincingly weathered, primal look using acrylics, graphite powder, rust effects, and metallic sprays. Because the finished piece is lightweight and wearable, it works equally well as a cosplay helmet, mask, or Halloween costume centerpiece. Printing instructions for the multi-sheet PDF template are also included.

SKS Props· 9,299 views
Fallout NCR Cosplay Painting / Weathering #fallout #falloutcosplay #cosplay
0:34
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

Fallout NCR Cosplay Painting / Weathering #fallout #falloutcosplay #cosplay

This short-form tutorial from SKS Props focuses on painting and weathering EVA HD-Foam NCR chest armor from the Fallout universe. The creator walks through layering paints, metallics, rust effects, and graphite powder to achieve a convincing wasteland-worn look. Free downloadable PDF templates are available for those who want to build the armor from scratch. The video is a companion piece to a fuller build tutorial on the channel.

SKS Props· 4,709 views
How to Make a REANIMAL Cosplay Bunny Mask - Free Foam Templates and a Free stl 3D File
8:36
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

How to Make a REANIMAL Cosplay Bunny Mask - Free Foam Templates and a Free stl 3D File

SKS Props walks viewers through building the creepy bunny mask worn by The Girl in the horror game Reanimal, offering two parallel construction paths — EVA foam using free downloadable PDF templates, or 3D printing using a free STL file. The tutorial covers the full workflow from cutting and shaping through surface prep and a multi-step paint and weathering finish. Both beginner and experienced makers are accommodated, with the creator explaining how each medium requires slightly different finishing approaches. The result is a screen-accurate distressed mask suitable for cosplay or Halloween use.

SKS Props· 2,597 views
How to Make Fallout Combat Armor Part 4 Legs - Free EVA Foam PDF Templates for Thighs Knees & Shins
8:19
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

How to Make Fallout Combat Armor Part 4 Legs - Free EVA Foam PDF Templates for Thighs Knees & Shins

Part 4 of SKS Props' ongoing Fallout Combat Armor series focuses on building the leg components — thighs, knees, and shins — from EVA foam using free downloadable PDF templates. The creator walks through assembly steps including cutting, heat shaping, gluing, and surface finishing to replicate the iconic in-game look. Free chest armor templates are also available on the creator's website, and printing instructions using Adobe Acrobat's poster setting are provided for accurate multi-page scaling.

SKS Props· 3,771 views
How to Make Fallout Cosplay Combat Armor Part 3 - Shoulder and Forearm - Free EVA Foam PDF Templates
8:41
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

How to Make Fallout Cosplay Combat Armor Part 3 - Shoulder and Forearm - Free EVA Foam PDF Templates

Part 3 of SKS Props' Fallout Combat Armor series focuses on building the shoulder and forearm pieces from EVA foam, with free downloadable PDF templates available on the creator's website. The tutorial walks through cutting, sanding, and embossing foam to convincingly mimic the look of leather and metal surfaces. Finishing steps include sealing and painting techniques to achieve a weathered, game-accurate appearance. This installment builds directly on the chest armor covered in earlier episodes of the series.

SKS Props· 4,935 views
How To Make A Mari Lwyd Horse Skull Out Of EVA Foam - Free Template Welsh Christmas Tradition Part 2
11:32
DIY PropsIntermediate

How To Make A Mari Lwyd Horse Skull Out Of EVA Foam - Free Template Welsh Christmas Tradition Part 2

This tutorial by SKS Props walks through building a lightweight, wearable Mari Lwyd horse skull from HD foam using a free downloadable template. The Mari Lwyd is a Welsh folk tradition in which a decorated horse skull is carried door-to-door for rhyming competitions. A standout feature of this build is a pull-string mechanism that opens and closes the jaw, making it interactive and performance-ready. The finished prop is embellished with ornaments, ribbons, and bells to match the festive nature of the tradition.

SKS Props· 3,122 views
How To Make A Bioshock Splicer Mask - Masquerade Rabbit Cosplay - Free EVA Foam Templates
10:07
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

How To Make A Bioshock Splicer Mask - Masquerade Rabbit Cosplay - Free EVA Foam Templates

This tutorial walks through the full process of building a wearable Bioshock Splicer Rabbit masquerade mask from EVA foam using free downloadable templates. The creator covers cutting and shaping the foam, assembling the form, and applying a detailed hand-painted and weathered finish using Liquitex and Golden acrylics. A final application of perma blood adds a gory, distressed look faithful to the game's aesthetic. The result is a lightweight, screen-accurate cosplay prop suitable for Halloween or conventions.

SKS Props· 3,258 views
How to Make a Huntress Cosplay Mask Dead By Daylight - Free Foam Template DBD or Bio Shock Splicer
11:40
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

How to Make a Huntress Cosplay Mask Dead By Daylight - Free Foam Template DBD or Bio Shock Splicer

SKS Props walks through the full construction of the Huntress mask from Dead By Daylight using EVA foam paired with a paper mache coating to replicate the mask's distinctive in-game texture. A free downloadable foam template is provided, making the project accessible to builders of varying experience levels. The tutorial covers every stage from cutting and shaping the foam through sealing, painting, and weathering to achieve a convincingly worn, creepy final result. The finished mask also works as a Bioshock Splicer cosplay.

SKS Props· 6,653 views
How I Made Enoch from Over the Garden Wall Art Toy Foam Pumpkin Carving DIY Halloween Craft
11:24
DIY PropsIntermediate$20–$60

How I Made Enoch from Over the Garden Wall Art Toy Foam Pumpkin Carving DIY Halloween Craft

SKS Props walks through the creation of a poseable Enoch art-toy figure from the animated series Over the Garden Wall, built on a small craft-store foam pumpkin as his head. The pumpkin is carved, drilled, and hand-painted, while a sewn canvas body, wire spine and limbs, and metal trim details bring the character to life as a fully articulated Halloween display piece. The build blends foam fabrication, basic sewing, and wire armature techniques into a compact fan-art collectible. It suits both personal Halloween décor and community haunt displays.

SKS Props· 4,373 views
How to Make Devil Sword Dante EVA Foam Cosplay Sword from Devil May Cry 5 - Free Foam PDF Templates
17:49
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

How to Make Devil Sword Dante EVA Foam Cosplay Sword from Devil May Cry 5 - Free Foam PDF Templates

SKS Props walks through the full build process for a large-scale EVA foam replica of Dante's Devil Sword from Devil May Cry 5, completed in time for DragonCon. The finished prop spans roughly 62 inches and weighs approximately 2.5 pounds thanks to a lightweight EVA foam and foam clay construction. Free downloadable PDF templates are available on the creator's website to help viewers replicate the build. The tutorial covers everything from cutting and shaping the foam core to sealing, priming, and painting the blade's signature Damascus-style pattern.

SKS Props· 13,624 views
How to Make Knight Chest Armor for Cosplay - DIY EVA Foam Armor Tutorial for Oblivion Skyrim Part 1
15:27
Costume TutorialsBeginner

How to Make Knight Chest Armor for Cosplay - DIY EVA Foam Armor Tutorial for Oblivion Skyrim Part 1

SKS Props kicks off a multi-part series showing how to build EVA foam knight chest armor inspired by the Elder Scrolls / Oblivion Remastered aesthetic. Part 1 focuses on cutting, shaping, and assembling the chest plate using HD-Foam, with free downloadable PDF templates available on the creator's website. The video is paced for beginners while offering enough detail to satisfy experienced foam smiths. Painting and weathering will be covered in later installments.

SKS Props· 23,841 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
Craft Your Own Okarun Mask #cosplay #dandadancosplay #dandadancosplay #okaruncosplay
0:15
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

Craft Your Own Okarun Mask #cosplay #dandadancosplay #dandadancosplay #okaruncosplay

This tutorial from SKS Props walks viewers through building Okarun's iconic mask from the anime and manga Dandadan, the eerie face covering that appears when Turbo Granny possesses his body. The mask is constructed primarily from lightweight EVA foam using free PDF templates the creator provides on his website. Shaping, detailing, and painting steps are covered, with Liquitex acrylics used for the final finish. The result is a screen-accurate, wearable cosplay piece suitable for conventions.

SKS Props· 10,679 views
How to Make Aira's Mask from Dandadan - Free Template Foam or Cardboard - Acrobatic Silky Cosplay
12:20
Costume TutorialsBeginner

How to Make Aira's Mask from Dandadan - Free Template Foam or Cardboard - Acrobatic Silky Cosplay

This tutorial by SKS Props walks through the construction of Aira's mask from the anime/manga Dandadan — specifically the eerie mask associated with Acrobatic Silky's possession of her body. The build uses lightweight EVA foam shaped and finished with acrylic paints, making it accessible for cosplayers of most skill levels. A free downloadable PDF template is provided to help crafters accurately cut and assemble the pieces. Finishing techniques including surface texturing and sealing give the mask a polished, screen-accurate appearance.

SKS Props· 17,523 views
How to Make a Pyramid Head Helmet - Free Template - Silent Hill 2 Cosplay - Part 2 Painting Rust
11:32
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

How to Make a Pyramid Head Helmet - Free Template - Silent Hill 2 Cosplay - Part 2 Painting Rust

This is Part 2 of SKS Props' Pyramid Head helmet build series, focusing entirely on painting and weathering the foam helmet to look like aged, rusted metal. The creator uses Liquitex heavy body acrylics applied with various brushes alongside a pumice medium for added surface texture, achieving a convincing rust effect. A free downloadable PDF template for the helmet is available on the creator's website. The techniques demonstrated are broadly applicable to any prop or costume build requiring a convincing rusted-metal finish.

SKS Props· 32,122 views
How to Make a Pyramid Head Helmet - Free Template - Silent Hill 2 Cosplay DIY EVA Foam
12:58
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

How to Make a Pyramid Head Helmet - Free Template - Silent Hill 2 Cosplay DIY EVA Foam

SKS Props walks through the full construction phase of a game-accurate Pyramid Head helmet from Silent Hill 2, built entirely from HD-Foam using a free downloadable PDF template. The lightweight result is achieved through careful foam shaping, gluing, and structural reinforcement with PVC and dowels. A key visual highlight is the rusty metal texture, created by applying pumice-based textured acrylics with a palette knife before an overnight dry. Painting and weathering are covered separately in a follow-up video on the channel.

SKS Props· 95,052 views
How to Make Cosplay Shin Armor - Free Templates - Superhero Foam Leg Armor Aliens Colonial Marines
12:49
Costume TutorialsBeginner

How to Make Cosplay Shin Armor - Free Templates - Superhero Foam Leg Armor Aliens Colonial Marines

SKS Props walks through the full construction of Colonial Marines shin armor from the Aliens franchise using EVA foam and free downloadable PDF templates. The build covers cutting and heat-shaping foam panels, bonding and detailing, sealing with Plasti Dip, painting, weathering, and attaching a functional strap-and-buckle harness. Although the templates are designed for the USCM look, the creator notes they can be adapted for a wide range of superhero or villain costumes. The tutorial is timed to coincide with renewed interest in the franchise sparked by the Alien Romulus release.

SKS Props· 18,283 views