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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.

Build the Ultimate Halloween Cemetery: My 10 Favorite Detail Projects

VanOaksProps compiles ten of his favorite detail-oriented prop projects specifically chosen to elevate a DIY Halloween cemetery display. The compilation spans a wide range of builds — from PVC fencing and weathered tombstones to faux cast-iron locks, distressed signage, and atmospheric cobwebs — with each segment linking back to a full standalone tutorial. The focus throughout is on affordable, achievable techniques that add realism and cinematic atmosphere to a yard graveyard scene.

VanOaksProps· 72,585 views

Milling Foam Tombstone Epitaphs or Signs Using CNC Part 3

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DIY PropsIntermediate

Milling Foam Tombstone Epitaphs or Signs Using CNC Part 3

This third and final installment of a three-part series covers the process of milling foam tombstone epitaphs and signs for haunted attractions using a Shapeoko 3 CNC machine controlled through Carbide Motion software. The video walks viewers through the concluding steps of taking a foam workpiece through the CNC workflow to produce finished, carve-ready cemetery props. It is a practical, process-focused guide aimed at haunt builders looking to add professional-looking carved text and graphics to foam tombstones.

Hauntcast· 569 views

PHOBIAS Haunt Build 2014 Part 20: PHOBIAS Signs

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Home Haunts

PHOBIAS Haunt Build 2014 Part 20: PHOBIAS Signs

Episode 20 of Haunt Former's ongoing 2014 home haunt build series, focused on the PHOBIAS-themed attraction. This installment showcases custom signage created to reinforce the haunt's phobias concept and overall branding. The signs appear to be a key visual element tying the themed rooms or zones together.

Haunt Former· 862 views

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DIY Props

carvewright demo.wmv

Allen Hopps of Stiltbeast Studios demonstrates the CarveWright automated CNC carving machine he has added to his prop-building shop. The video highlights the machine's capabilities for wood carving and sign making in a Halloween prop-fabrication context. It serves as an enthusiastic introduction to the equipment rather than a step-by-step tutorial.

StiltbeastStudios· 59,317 views