Halloween Universe

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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.

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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
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
Build the Ultimate Halloween Cemetery: My 10 Favorite Detail Projects
52:56
Yard HauntsBeginner

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
Crematorium Door Prop for Your Haunt!
9:04
DIY PropsBeginner$20–$60

Crematorium Door Prop for Your Haunt!

VanOaksProps walks through the construction of a convincing fake crematorium oven door using wood, EVA craft foam, and a layered paint approach. The build is designed to be quick and accessible while delivering a genuinely unsettling set-dressing piece for a Halloween haunt. A multi-step painting process — including rubberized undercoating, matte black, metallic aluminum, and acrylic washes — gives the prop its gritty, industrial realism. Starbond CA glue (provided by the sponsor) is used throughout to bond foam components securely.

VanOaksProps· 12,608 views
Horror 365 is live! part three of the gas station build 
10:36
Home HauntsIntermediate

Horror 365 is live! part three of the gas station build 

This is the third installment in Horror 365's ongoing gas station haunt build series, documenting the continued construction and detailing of a horror-themed gas station set. The episode appears to capture a live or real-time update of the build's progress, giving viewers an in-progress look at how the scene is taking shape. With no source description available, specific techniques and materials cannot be confirmed, but the series format suggests a step-by-step approach to large-scale themed set design.

Horror 365· 86 views