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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.

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How to Make Warhammer 40K Cadian Cosplay Armor Part 1 - Chest and Shoulders Free Templates / Files
12:19
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

How to Make Warhammer 40K Cadian Cosplay Armor Part 1 - Chest and Shoulders Free Templates / Files

This is the first video in a multi-part series guiding viewers through building a complete set of Warhammer 40K Cadian Imperial Guard cosplay armor from EVA foam. Part 1 concentrates on the upper body — chest, shoulders, and forearms — using free downloadable PDF templates from the creator's website. The creator walks through template printing, foam cutting, shaping, and assembly, with finishing products and 3D-printable files for additional pieces also referenced. Future installments will cover lower body construction, painting, and prop weapons.

SKS Props· 7,665 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 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 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 Trench Crusade Cosplay Helmet - Free Foam Templates New Antioch Lieutenant Sallet
11:32
Costume TutorialsIntermediate

How to Make a Trench Crusade Cosplay Helmet - Free Foam Templates New Antioch Lieutenant Sallet

SKS Props walks viewers through constructing a Trench Crusade New Antioch Sallet helmet entirely from lightweight EVA foam, using freely available templates from the creator's website. The build covers cutting, heat-forming, and gluing foam pieces into a wearable helmet shell, followed by sealing and a multi-stage acrylic paint process to achieve a grimdark, battle-worn finish. Gilding and texture medium add convincing metallic depth to the completed piece.

SKS Props· 11,448 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 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
We made a Halloween Spellbook with a MOVING EYE!
11:43
DIY PropsBeginner$10–$30

We made a Halloween Spellbook with a MOVING EYE!

Wicked Makers' Jay and Jaimie build a Hocus Pocus–inspired spellbook prop featuring a living, moving eye — achieved by placing a smartphone behind a glass cabochon lens set into the book cover. The book's aged leather look is created using a simple tissue paper and Mod Podge decoupage technique, while optional air dry clay sculpts a realistic eyelid surround. The finished piece works as a standalone Halloween display or as a showstopping prop for a witch costume.

Wicked Makers· 363,039 views