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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.

11 videos

3 Castle Build Fixing Imperfections & Avoiding Bird Beaks! #setdesign #hauntedattractions
0:31
Set DesignIntermediate

3 Castle Build Fixing Imperfections & Avoiding Bird Beaks! #setdesign #hauntedattractions

This short-form clip from Stiltbeast Studios focuses on refining a castle set build for a haunted attraction, specifically addressing common construction pitfalls like surface imperfections and the undesirable 'bird beak' edge effect. Allen Hopps shares quick, practical guidance aimed at elevating the realism and quality of large-scale set pieces. Despite its brief runtime, the video delivers targeted tips relevant to professional haunt construction.

StiltbeastStudios· 2,295 views
Did You Miss This On Our New Set?
0:40
Set Design

Did You Miss This On Our New Set?

Slash 'N Cast draws viewers' attention to a subtle or easily overlooked detail on their latest haunt set build. The short-form video appears to highlight craftsmanship and intentional design choices that audiences may have missed at first glance. It invites fans to take a closer look at the thought and creativity poured into the set.

Slash 'N Cast· 2,331 views
Hellevator build part 1 Halloween FX #scary #halloween2023 #halloweencostume #spooky
3:17
DIY PropsIntermediate

Hellevator build part 1 Halloween FX #scary #halloween2023 #halloweencostume #spooky

This first installment of the Hellevator build series documents the early construction stages of a haunted elevator-themed Halloween effect. The creator shares their vision and initial build progress for what appears to be an immersive, hell-themed elevator illusion. As a short-form clip, it offers a teaser of the project's scope and direction rather than a complete step-by-step tutorial.

Horror 365· 246 views
Behind The Scenes of Dark Hour Haunted House 2022 with Allen Hopps
5:47
Professional Haunted Attractions

Behind The Scenes of Dark Hour Haunted House 2022 with Allen Hopps

This behind-the-scenes feature follows Allen Hopps as he walks through the new scenes created for Dark Hour Haunted House's 2022 season. Hopps, a well-known creative force in the haunted attraction industry and founder of Stiltbeast Studios, offers insight into his design and fabrication process. The short video gives viewers a rare look at the artistry and effort behind a high-caliber professional haunted attraction.

Haunted Attraction Network· 1,114 views
Make a Holiday krampus picture taking throne
15:55
DIY PropsIntermediate

Make a Holiday krampus picture taking throne

Stiltbeast Studios walks through the construction of a Krampus-themed photo-op throne, blending Christmas folklore with haunted-attraction aesthetics. The build is designed to serve as an interactive set piece where guests can sit for holiday horror photos. Foam fabrication appears to be a primary construction method, with specialty foam materials sourced from a dedicated foam supplier. The project is a creative crossover between seasonal holiday décor and professional haunt prop-making.

StiltbeastStudios· 7,486 views
We Shoot a Sci-Fi Film in Our Garage!
14:16
Set Design

We Shoot a Sci-Fi Film in Our Garage!

A family transforms their garage into a convincing sci-fi spaceship interior to shoot a 20-minute short film called Pod 13. The production took place over three days with the entire family pitching in as crew, following months of preparation and set-building. Multiple cameras were used to capture the footage, and the behind-the-scenes process of pulling the shoot together is documented throughout.

Creative Geekery· 633 views
Building a Spaceship in our Garage - we make the final changes to our spaceship set!
13:31
Set Design

Building a Spaceship in our Garage - we make the final changes to our spaceship set!

Creative Geekery documents the final round of upgrades to their garage-built spaceship set in preparation for shooting a low-budget sci-fi film. The video offers a behind-the-scenes look at how hobbyist filmmakers can construct convincing sci-fi environments on a tight budget. Viewers see the creative problem-solving and finishing touches that bring the set to a camera-ready state.

Creative Geekery· 1,021 views
The End is Near... | The End Haunted House Build 2018 | Part 10
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Home Haunts

The End is Near... | The End Haunted House Build 2018 | Part 10

Part 10 of Haunt Former's 2018 build series for 'The End' haunted house captures the project entering its final stretch as the overall layout and atmosphere come together. This episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at the haunt taking recognizable shape ahead of its Halloween opening. The video is part of a broader Haunt-Tober 2018 series documenting the entire construction journey.

Haunt Former· 1,370 views
Assembling the Haunted House | Part 5 | Abandoned Haunted House Build 2017
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Home Haunts

Assembling the Haunted House | Part 5 | Abandoned Haunted House Build 2017

This is Part 5 of Haunt Former's 2017 home haunt build series centered on an abandoned haunted house theme. The episode documents a significant construction milestone as the walls of the haunt take shape and props begin arriving and being placed. It offers an in-progress look at how a themed walk-through haunt comes together from framing to decoration.

Haunt Former· 1,349 views
Ep6 - From Stage to Screen - 2plus5
12:05
Other

Ep6 - From Stage to Screen - 2plus5

This episode of Creative Geekery's ongoing spaceship build series takes a detour to construct a set for a Little Mermaid stage production before returning to the main project. The crew resumes work on the DIY spaceship, focusing on building a hatch for the craft's interior. It offers a candid, behind-the-scenes look at low-budget practical set construction for both film and stage. The episode is part of a broader series documenting the full process of building a functional-looking spaceship set.

Creative Geekery· 836 views
Ep1 - Building a Spaceship in the Garage!
11:17
Set Design

Ep1 - Building a Spaceship in the Garage!

This opening vlog episode follows a family embarking on an ambitious low-budget project to build a sci-fi spaceship interior set inside their garage. The series documents the creative process of independent filmmaking with limited resources and the real-life family dynamics that come along for the ride. While rooted in film production rather than Halloween specifically, the set-building techniques and DIY construction approach carry strong crossover value for haunt designers and prop builders.

Creative Geekery· 14,435 views