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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.

7 videos

Creating Servo Waist Turn Movement for a Halloween Skeleton
20:45
DIY AnimatronicsIntermediate

Creating Servo Waist Turn Movement for a Halloween Skeleton

This episode in an ongoing FrightProps series covers the installation of a waist-turn servo kit onto a plastic Halloween skeleton, completing the four-servo movement system for a violin-playing animatronic prop. With the waist being the final motion axis, the video walks through both the mechanical installation and the programming of all four servos together. The result is a near-finished animatronic ready for cosmetic refinement and audio integration in future installments.

FrightProps· 3,557 views
How to Install a Head Lift and Turn Servo Kit onto a Plastic Skeleton
20:11
DIY AnimatronicsIntermediate

How to Install a Head Lift and Turn Servo Kit onto a Plastic Skeleton

This FrightProps tutorial walks through the complete installation of a dual-servo head lift and turn kit onto a standard plastic skeleton. The build combines two servos working in tandem to produce realistic, multi-axis head movement. The video covers assembly of the servo and ServoBlock hardware, physical mounting onto the skeleton, and programming the motion sequences using a PicoServo controller.

FrightProps· 2,802 views
DIY Groundbreaking Zombie Prop - Corpsing a skeleton and more!
25:22
DIY PropsIntermediate$20–$60

DIY Groundbreaking Zombie Prop - Corpsing a skeleton and more!

This tutorial from Monster Tutorials walks viewers through corpsing a half skeleton and transforming it into a groundbreaking zombie prop for a Halloween graveyard display. The build uses accessible materials including a plastic skeleton and drop cloth, shaped with a heat gun to create a decayed, fleshy appearance. The finished prop is designed to appear as though a zombie is rising from the ground, making it a striking yard haunt centerpiece.

Monster Tutorials· 44,499 views
Making a “Dead Alien” Prop | The End Haunted House Build 2018 | Part 2
4:59
DIY PropsIntermediate

Making a “Dead Alien” Prop | The End Haunted House Build 2018 | Part 2

Part 2 of Haunt Former's 2018 build series for 'The End' haunted house focuses on constructing a dead alien prop from scratch. The creator applies corpsing techniques to a skeleton base to achieve a convincing extraterrestrial corpse effect. The short runtime suggests a focused, practical demonstration of the prop-making process suited for home haunters looking to add a sci-fi horror element to their displays.

Haunt Former· 3,456 views
PHOBIAS Haunt Build 2014 Part 18: Custom Light-Up Skeletons
3:55
DIY PropsIntermediate

PHOBIAS Haunt Build 2014 Part 18: Custom Light-Up Skeletons

Episode 18 of the 2014 PHOBIAS haunt build series focuses on assembling two custom light-up skeleton props. The creator modifies standard skeleton props to incorporate lighting elements, adding an extra visual punch to the haunt environment. It's a short but focused look at prop construction within a larger seasonal build project.

Haunt Former· 858 views
Fixing a bluckie part 1 - the Hands
11:07
DIY PropsIntermediatelow-cost / time investment over money

Fixing a bluckie part 1 - the Hands

This is the first episode in a multi-part series from Stiltbeast Studios focused on transforming a budget plastic skeleton — commonly known as a 'bluckie' — into a convincing, haunt-ready prop base through corpsing techniques. The video tackles the hands specifically, showing how time and skill can elevate a cheap skeleton into something worthy of a professional haunted attraction. The series philosophy centers on investing labor rather than money to achieve high-quality results.

StiltbeastStudios· 5,210 views
feegee mermaid
16:02
DIY PropsIntermediate

feegee mermaid

StiltbeastStudios walks through the creation of a classic sideshow-style Feejee Mermaid prop using a small skeleton as the base. The build leans heavily on plastic corpsing techniques alongside a range of general prop-building skills to achieve a convincing, aged gaff look. At roughly 16 minutes, the video balances quick results with quality, making it accessible without sacrificing the eerie authenticity the piece demands.

StiltbeastStudios· 28,743 views